It might come as a surprise to basketball fans to discover that the game has a rich if somewhat hidden Jewish history, one in which young Jews dominated the action on the court.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: The NBA’s intriguing Jewish history
Was there a coup in Egypt during the biblical Exodus?
Pharaoh dying in the firstborn plague would lead to the immediate crowing that night of a new Pharaoh. This is further supported by the word “rose”: “And Pharaoh rose up in the night.”
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Was there a coup in Egypt during the biblical Exodus?
More Than 100,000 Have Fled Sudan to Neighboring Countries
The United Nations predicted that the figure would rise to more than 800,000 by year end, in addition to more than 300,000 people internally displaced already..
Source: Albawaba
Full Article: More Than 100,000 Have Fled Sudan to Neighboring Countries
Morocco warns of ‘unusual situation’ as water crisis continues
The government is seeking structural solutions to deal with the challenge, said the water minister..
Source: Albawaba
Full Article: Morocco warns of ‘unusual situation’ as water crisis continues
In push for new Yemen agreement, US envoy visits Gulf region
“While in Oman and Saudi Arabia, Special Envoy Lenderking will meet with Yemeni, Omani, Saudi and international partners,” a statement by the US State Department read..
Source: Albawaba
Full Article: In push for new Yemen agreement, US envoy visits Gulf region
UN chief in Qatar says 'not the right time' to meet with Taliban
Qatar has hosted the Taliban’s political office in Doha since 2012 and has served as a key mediator between the group and the international community..
Source: Albawaba
Full Article: UN chief in Qatar says 'not the right time' to meet with Taliban
Lapid, Netanyahu playing "unifiers" in attempt to win back votes from Gantz – analysis
Lapid called his speech "Unity of the People," praising the Likud's "sudden turn" to talking about unity after telling the opposition to "go to hell."
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Lapid, Netanyahu playing "unifiers" in attempt to win back votes from Gantz - analysis
Netanyahu should quit if he can't fulfil coalition deals – haredi minister
The haredi parties are pushing for their draft law to be passed before the state budget, but the rest of the coalition doesn't agree.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Netanyahu should quit if he can't fulfil coalition deals - haredi minister
Cohen, Borrell plan Israel-EU summit in Jerusalem
Cohen barred Borrell from making an official visit to Israel earlier this year.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Cohen, Borrell plan Israel-EU summit in Jerusalem
Islamic Jihad official’s death in Israel won't lead to full war – yet – analysis
Israel fights conflicts when it feels its legitimacy is on the rise or if serious security lines are breached, like rocket attacks on Tel Aviv. Jerusalem really doesn't want war now.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Islamic Jihad official’s death in Israel won't lead to full war - yet - analysis