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Israel's PM names new army chief 
AFP via Yahoo! News - Jan 22 11:34 AM
Major General Gabi Ashkenazi has been named Israel's army chief of staff after his predecessor quit over the handling of last summer's war in Lebanon, Prime Minister Ehud Olmert's office said.Israel appoints new army chief AFP via Yahoo! News - Jan 22 11:04 AM
Major General Gabi Ashkenazi has been appointed Israel's army chief of staff after his predecessor quit over the handling of last summer's war in Lebanon, military radio said.Israel chooses new army chief: media reports Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jan 22 4:55 AM
A former general with years of experience fighting Lebanon's Hezbollah guerrillas has been chosen as the new chief of Israel's armed forces, Israeli media reported on Monday.Israel to name new military commander AP via Yahoo! News - Jan 22 3:32 AM
The withdrawal of a top commander from the race for the army's top job has cleared the way for a gruff infantry commander to become Israel's next chief of staff, security officials said Monday.Israel names new military chief BBC News - Jan 22 12:14 PM
Maj Gen Gabi Ashkenazi is named Israel's new military chief, after the resignation last week of Gen Dan Halutz.Israel picks new army chief AFP via Yahoo! News - Jan 22 3:33 AM
Major General Gabi Ashkenazi has been named Israel's army chief of staff after his predecessor quit over the handling of last summer's war in Lebanon, press reports have said.Report: Israel to name military commander AP via Yahoo! News - Jan 22 1:48 AM
A former deputy chief of staff will become Israel's new military commander, Israeli media reported Monday, after another candidate for the job withdrew his name.Israel chooses new army chief: reports Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jan 22 12:21 AM
A retired general with years of experience fighting Lebanon's Hezbollah guerrillas has been chosen as the new chief of Israel's armed forces, Israeli media reported on Monday.Veteran of Entebbe to lead forces in Israel Daily Telegraph - Jan 22 6:32 PM
An army officer with a reputation for plain speaking is to become Israel's next armed forces chief.Peretz: Israel ready to negotiate The Washington Times - Jan 22 3:09 PM
Israeli Defense Minister Amir Peretz says Israel is ready to negotiate with any Palestinian group that is willing to recognize the right of Israel to exist.Israel says it enjoys 'peak' relations with Harper government in Canada CP via Yahoo! Canada News - Jan 22 1:00 PM
JERUSALEM (CP) - Israel announced Monday its public security minister will visit Canada to further develop strong bilateral ties said to have reached a "peak" since the Conservatives were voted into office in Ottawa a year ago.Israel Names Maj. Gen. Gabi Ashkenazi As Its New Army Chief Nasdaq - Jan 22 1:06 PM
(RTTNews) - Israel on Monday named Maj. Gen. Gabi Ashkenazi as its new army chief after Lt Gen Dan Halutz resigned from the post over stiff criticism for the military's poor performance in the war against Lebanon's Hezbollah militants.Professor Back To Teaching After Being Detained In Israel News Channel 5 Cleveland - Jan 22 5:06 PM
A Wadsworth man is back to teaching at the University of Akron after being detained in Israel last year.Strategist: Iran believes it could destroy Israel with a single nuke World Tribune - Jan 22 11:03 AM
JERUSALEM Iran's nuclear program seeks first-strike capability against Israel, a leading strategist said. The Israeli strategist and former intelligence officer said Iran believes it could destroy the Jewish state with one nuclear weapon.Israel appoints new army chief News Interactive - Jan 22 11:12 AM
MAJOR General Gabi Ashkenazi has been appointed Israel's army chief of staff after his predecessor quit over the handling of last summer's war in Lebanon, military radio said today.Peer sends Israel wild with excitement The Electric New Paper - Jan 22 2:12 PM
When Shahar Peer isn't doing military service she is playing tennis and her performances in Melbourne have sent Israel crazy.Israel High-Tech Cos Raise $1.62 Billion In 06, +21% On Year Study Nasdaq - Jan 22 4:51 AM
LONDON -(Dow Jones)- Israeli high-tech companies raised a $1.62 billion in 2006, boosted by increased investment from foreign investors, according to figures released Monday by Israel Venture Capital.Israel, Jordan leaders team against flies UPI - Jan 22 7:39 AM
SAFI, Jordan, Jan. 22 (UPI) -- Regional leaders in Israel and Jordan have teamed up in Safi, Jordan, to wage a joint war against houseflies infesting towns in both countries.Israel picks new army chief Middle East Times - Jan 22 5:37 AM
JERUSALEM -- Major General Gabi Ashkenazi has been named Israel's army chief of staff after his predecessor quit over the handling of last summer's war in Lebanon, press reports said Monday.ISRAEL, U.S. HOLD STRATEGIC DIALOGUE Middle East Newsline - Jan 22 8:55 AM
TEL AVIV [MENL] -- Israel and the United States have launched their annual strategic dialogue, designed to focus on the Iranian threat. Officials said Israeli and U.S. teams began their strategic dialogue in Tel Aviv on Sunday.Peretz defends Israel The Herald - Jan 22 1:39 PM
JERUSALEM. Israeli Defence Minister Amir Peretz said yesterday that he viewed any Palestinian elements recognising the State of Israel as a partner for negotiations, "even if it is Hamas", the Yedioth Ahronoth daily reported.(AFX UK Focus) 2007-01-22 18:31 GMT: Israel appoints new army chief Interactive Investor - Jan 22 10:55 AM
JERUSALEM (AFX) - IMajor General Gabi Ashkenazi has been appointed Israel's army chief of staff after his predecessor quit over the handling of last summer's war in Lebanon, military radio said.Israel to probe reported death threats against Yemeni Jews Khaleej Times - Jan 22 7:10 AM
JERUSALEM - Israel on Monday vowed to investigate reports that Jews in the Arab state of Yemen had received death threats and that an undisclosed number of rabbis had been killed.Lessons for Israel in the fall of a general Financial Times - Jan 22 2:19 AM
If a general botches a war, he can hardly expect to hold on to his job - especially if his country feels deeply threatened by its foes. That is the lesson learned last week by Dan Halutz, who quit as Israel's chief of staff after an inquiry into last summer's disastrous campaign in Lebanon.UK Court Divorce In Israel Totally Jewish - Jan 22 7:52 AM
A millionaire s wife has failed in her attempt to bring divorce proceedings in this country after the Court of Appeal ruled that the case must be heard by a rabbinical court in Israel.Islamic Jihad launches rockets at Israel AP via Yahoo! News - Jan 21 2:21 AM
Islamic Jihad militants launched homemade rockets into Israel from the Gaza Strip on Sunday in retaliation for Israel's continuing military operations against their group in the West Bank.Press: Israel picks new army chief Middle East Online - Jan 22 2:47 AM
Cabinet must approve Major General Gabi Ashkenazi to become Israel's army chief of staff.Gaza Security Forces Detain Arab Accused of Aiding Israel Israel National News - Jan 22 6:51 AM
(IsraelNN.com) An Arab resident of Gaza was detained by Palestinian Authority Security Forces on Monday. The man is suspected of aiding Israel in locating Kassam-launching terrorist groups.Israel chooses new army chief News 24 South Africa - Jan 22 3:23 AM
A retired general with years of experience fighting Lebanon's Hezbollah has reportedly been chosen as the new chief of Israel's armed forces.Sochi Jewish Group Visit Israel The Federation of Jewish Communities of the CIS - Jan 22 5:17 AM
SOCHI, Russia- a select group of community members and leaders from the Sochi Jewish community traveled to Israel . The itinerary consisted of visits to sites of historical importance to Jews worldwide, and meetings with Israeli leaders.Israel, Korea To Discuss Defense Cooperation with Ashkenazi Israel National News - Jan 22 4:51 AM
(IsraelNN.com) Israel and Korean defense officials will meet in Tel Aviv next week to discuss cooperative programs. Defense Ministry Director General Gabi Ashkenazi, who is the government's choice for IDF Chief of Staff, will meet with a five-man Korean delegation.MacKay raises concerns over Israel's security barrier CBC - Jan 21 4:19 PM
Foreign Affairs Minister Peter MacKay expressed concerns about the route of Israel's security barrier Sunday as he continued his tour of the Middle East.Former Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliya Tymoshenko is in Israel for Talks with Government Leaders The Federation of Jewish Communities of the CIS - Jan 22 3:47 AM
JERUSALEM, Israel - Yulia Tymoshenko met with Likud Chairman and former Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu, Vice Premier and elder statesman Shimon Peres and Yisrael Beitenu Chairman and Strategic Affairs Minister Avigdor Lieberman during her visit.B92 - News - Globe - Israel chooses new army chief B92 - Jan 22 2:12 AM
JERUSALEM -- Retired general with years of experience fighting Lebanon's Hezbollah guerrillas chosen as the new chief of Israel's armed forces.Peretz: Accept Hamas If It Recognizes Israel Israel National News - Jan 22 1:51 AM
(IsraelNN.com) Defense Minister Amir Peretz, who is speaking at the Herzliya Conference at this moment, said that "every PA official, including Hamas," who recognizes Israel and confirms previous agreements will be considered a negotiating partner.Israel debuts at Scots travel event The Herald - Jan 21 5:09 PM
ISRAEL is making its debut appearance this weekend at Scotland's leading consumer travel event. Up to 50,000 people are expected to attend the Holiday and Travel Show, taking place at the SECC in Glasgow.Nissan Liviatan wins Israel Prize in economics Haaretz Daily - Jan 21 4:20 PM
Professor Nissan Liviatan is the Israel Prize winner in economics for 5757 (2006-07), Education Minister Yuli Tamir announced yesterday. "Professor Liviatan is one of the best and most important economics researchers in Israel," the panel of judges stated in explaining its decision.Israel faces corruption 'epidemic' BBC News - Jan 22 7:36 AM
A police investigation into Israeli PM Ehud Olmert is the latest in a long line of corruption scandals to hit the country.Israel's State-Of-The-Economy Index Up 7.3% In 2006 Nasdaq - Jan 21 9:36 AM
JERUSALEM -(Dow Jones)- Israel's state-of-the-economy composite index rose 7.3% in 2006, after rising 7% in 2005, the Bank of Israel said Sunday. The increase occurred despite an economic slowdown in July and August of 2006 due to fighting between Israel and Hezbollah.Hamas government opposes secret talks with Israel: spokesman People's Daily - Jan 21 4:05 PM
Ghazi Hamad, spokesman of Hamas-led government, expressed on Sunday his government's opposition to any secret talks with Israel to resolve the conflicts between the two sides.Israeli minister advises that Nasrallah 'not try to put Israel to the test again' The Daily Star Lebannon - Jan 21 1:14 PM
A member of Israel's Cabinet warned Hizbullah Saturday not to "test" the Jewish state, after Hizbullah Secretary General Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah hailed the resignation of Israel's military chief of staff in an interview on Friday. "Israel will know how to draw its conclusions about this war, and I advise Nasrallah not try to put Israel to the test again.Israel to Name New Military Commander ABC News - Jan 22 7:15 AM
Security Officials Expect Infantry Officer to Be Next Israeli Army ChiefIsrael to release $100 million in frozen tax funds to Palestinians Fox21 - Jan 21 12:08 PM
JERUSALEM Israel says it will release more than 100 (m) million dollars in taxes to Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas (mahk-MOOD' ah-BAHS') by tomorrow.Israel's Holocaust trustee blasts Hebron settlers Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jan 20 10:09 AM
A senior official of Israel's central Holocaust memorial on Saturday assailed Jewish settlers who harass Palestinians in a tinderbox West Bank city, saying the abuse recalled the anti-Semitism of 1930s Europe.Sea still spitting oil six months after Lebanon war AFP via Yahoo! News - Jan 22 1:08 PM
Six months after thousands of tonnes of fuel oil spilled into the Mediterranean when Israel bombed a Lebanese power plant, the waters are still spitting out black poison despite efforts to clean up the mess.Israel's 11-Month Manufacturing Output Up 8.6% Vs Year-Ago Nasdaq - Jan 21 7:06 AM
JERUSALEM -(Dow Jones)- Manufacturing production in Israel from January to November 2006 was 8.6% higher than production in the first 11 months of 2005, the Central Bureau of Statistics said Sunday.Israel and Palestine: The talk about talking - Haaretz - Israel News Haaretz Daily - Jan 22 6:38 PM
1. The Campaign for American Leadership in the Middle East (CALME) is calling upon President Bush to make an extra effort to achieve a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.Netanyahu says Israel should overthrow Hamas government Calcutta News - Jan 21 8:07 AM
Israeli Opposition Leader Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday told the Herzliya Conference Israel should aim for the overthrow of the Hamas government. Netanyahu described the Hamas government as a part of the axis of radical Islamic forces threatening the country's security.More American Jews at home in Israel Pioneer Press - Jan 21 1:12 AM
It is not the politics of the Middle East or even so much the Jewish tradition of aliyah literally, the ascent to Israel that motivated Yona Klein to pick up his life in Oak Park, Mich., and move to Israel. It is what he feels in his heart as he stands near his new home in Ramat Beit Shemesh.Akron professor back in classroom after being jailed in Israel Springfield News-Sun - Jan 22 1:50 PM
WADSWORTH, Ohio An Ohio professor who spent 22 days in an Israeli jail on suspicion of spying for Iran and Hezbollah is back in the classroom, after taking last semester off to recover from what he describes as an exhausting and depressing experience.Israel appoints new army chief The Australian - Jan 22 11:03 AM
The radio said 52-year-old Maj-Gen Ashkenazi was appointed by Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and Defence Minister Amir Peretz. He is currently director general of the defence ministry.Prof. Nisan Levitan Receives Israel Prize for Economics Israel National News - Jan 21 9:51 AM
(IsraelNN.com) The Israel Prize for Economics for 5767 (2006/7) will go to economist Prof. Nisan Levitan, the Israel Prize Committee of the Ministry for Education and Culture has decided.Islamists: Israel "Secretly Excavating" Temple Mount Israel National News - Jan 21 8:06 AM
(IsraelNN.com) The Southern Wing of the Islamic Movement in Israel claims the Israeli Antiquities Service is conducting secret excavations near the Temple Mount. In a press conference held Sunday by the movement's leaders, MK Ibrahim Sarsour showed photos he said proved his claims.Israel Sends Promised $100 Million To Abbas Washington Post - Jan 19 11:52 PM
JERUSALEM, Jan. 19 -- Israel released $100 million in tax revenue Friday to Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas, fulfilling Prime Minister Ehud Olmert's pledge last month to do so. Ohio professor back in classroom after being jailed in Israel WFMJ Youngstown - Jan 22 1:33 PM
WADSWORTH, Ohio An Ohio professor who spent 22 days in an Israeli jail on suspicion of spying is back in the classroom.Ohio professor back in classroom after being jailed in Israel FOX 45 Dayton - Jan 22 1:27 PM
WADSWORTH, Ohio (AP) -- An Ohio professor who spent 22 days in an Israeli jail on suspicion of spying is back in the classroom.U.S. diplomat urges pressure on Iran The Washington Times - 1 hour, 7 minutes ago
A U.S. diplomat visiting Israel says more international pressure is needed to stop Iran's nuclear efforts.TAIWAN-ISRAEL ECONOMIC COOPERATION MEETING OPENS IN JERUSALEM Central News Agency - Jan 21 1:20 AM
Taipei, Jan. 21 (CNA) A ninth Taiwan-Israel economic and technological cooperation conference opened in the Israeli capital of Jerusalem Sunday, with representatives from public and private sectors of the two countries in attendance, an official with the Ministry of Economic Affairs said.Israel's Olmert Facing Resignation Calls ABC News - Jan 20 10:30 AM
Besieged on Multiple Fronts, Israel's Olmert Faces Resignation Calls but Vows to Fight OnIsrael names new army commander Al Bawaba - Jan 22 11:40 AM
The new commander of the Israeli army will be reserve general Gabi Ashkenazi, the government confirmed late Monday. He replaces Lt. Gen. Dan Halutz, who stepped down last week under stiff criticism for the military's poor performance in last summer's war against Hizbullah.Israel chooses new army chief: reports Boston Globe - Jan 21 10:37 PM
Israeli leaders have chosen a new army chief to replace the general who quit last week over the July/August war with Hezbollah guerrillas in Lebanon, Israeli media reports said on Monday.U.S. Army expands framework of contract with Tadiran Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jan 22 12:41 AM
The U.S. Army has increased the framework value of a contract with a Florida-based subsidiary of Israel's Tadiran Communications to $125 million from the original $80 million, Tadiran said on Monday.Israel wants stronger economic ties with Malta Maltamedia.com Daily News - Jan 22 11:10 AM
In an exclusive interview with MaltaMedia Online News, Israeli Ambassador to Italy Gideon Meir said that he wishes to see enhanced cooperation between Malta and his country, especially where economy... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit MaltaMedia.com for full news, links, and other content. ]]Bin Laden deputy mocks Iraq troop surge The Washington Times - 1 hour, 37 minutes ago
Osama bin Laden's chief deputy, in a video released Monday, warned of disaster for the United States in Iraq. Israel Army radio said Ayman al-Zawahiri mocked U.S. President George Bush and his plan to send more than 20,000 more U.S. troops to Iraq, The Jerusalem Post reported.'Palestinians' offer Israel another 'despicable truce' Jerusalem Newswire - Jan 21 1:23 AM
Hamas Palestinian Authority prime minister Ismail Haniyeh Saturday offered Israel a 10-year truce. Some of his top officials, however, said that the truce was intended to create breathing-space, enabling the Arab terror group to prepare a large army in readiness for a final onslaught on Israel.Cartoonists take aim at Israel war failures Middle East Times - Jan 22 4:19 AM
JERUSALEM -- Boosted by the resignation of the army chief of staff over the failures of last summer's conflict with Hezbollah, the fledgling Israeli protest movement over the war has turned to new weapons - cartoons and song.Professor criticizes detention in Israel Akron Beacon Journal - Jan 22 12:20 AM
Ghazi Falah sat out the fall semester, depressed and exhausted over being detained in an Israeli prison for three weeks last summer.Ashkenzaki takes over as Israeli military chief NDTV - 1 hour, 4 minutes ago
Gabi Ashkenazi has been picked to be the new commander of Israel's armed forces. He is a reserve infantry general with a mission to restore Israel's deterrent posture and public confidence, both dented by last year's costly and inconclusive Lebanon war.Africa-Israel sells Wall St. building rights for $325m Globes Online - Jan 21 12:11 AM
If the sale of 14 Wall Street is closed, Africa-Israel will report a pretax capital gain of $55 million.Hezbollah warned not to test Israel Gulf Times - Jan 20 11:45 PM
JERUSALEM: A member of Israel's security cabinet warned Hezbollah yesterday not to "test" Israel, after the leader of the Lebanese Shia movement hailed the resignation of Israel's military chief of staff.Israelis And Syrians Draft Non-Paper by Joshua Brilliant UPI Israel Correspondent Netanya, Israel, Jan. 19, 2007 Space War - Jan 21 7:08 PM
Israeli leaders have rejected Syrian President Bashar Assad's calls for peace talks, but private Israelis and a Syrian-American with close contacts in Damascus drafted understandings for a possible treaty.Israel Releases $100 Million Withheld From Palestinians New York Times - Jan 19 6:20 PM
Israel transferred $100 million in Palestinian tax revenues to the office of Palestinian president, Mahmoud Abbas.Drug Smugglers Caught Entering Israel from Egypt Israel National News - Jan 21 1:51 AM
(IsraelNN.com) Drug smugglers were nabbed by Israel Border Police Sunday morning as they tried to sneak marijuana and cigarettes into the country. The smugglers tried to cross the border from Egypt. They were carrying 81 kilos of marijuana and 72 cartons of cigarettes.Israel names ex-general as new military chief Australian Broadcasting Corporation - Jan 22 2:11 PM
A former Israeli general with years of experience fighting Lebanon's Hezbollah guerrillas has been chosen as the chief of armed forces, Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert's office said.$6b master plan for Israel s ports Globes Online - Jan 22 6:26 AM
Transport Ministry chief: Where development takes place will depend on labor relations.Ahmadinejad: No regional stability as long as Israel exists Al Bawaba - Jan 22 6:10 AM
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Monday that policies of colonialist powers in the Middle East are "wrong and defeated."Israel Public Security Minister to Visit Canada Josh Pringle 580 CFRA News Talk Radio - Jan 22 6:27 PM
Copyright ©2004 580 CFRA & CHUM RADIO OTTAWA. CHUM Limited Privacy Brochure . All rights reserved. Please visit other CHUM sitesIsrael gets new defense chief of staff The Washington Times - Jan 21 9:08 PM
Israeli Defense Minister Amir Peretz chose Defense Ministry Director-General Maj. Gen. Gabi Ashkenazi to replace Lt. Gen Dan Halutz as chief of staff.Israeli separation barrier is cutting off Palestinians from their livelihood Independent - Jan 22 4:26 PM
A British government-funded report says the route of Israel's separation barrier is trapping 250,000 Palestinians in enclaves designed to protect Jewish settlers in the occupied territory.Israel chooses new army chief - reports Reuters via Yahoo! Singapore News - Jan 21 9:27 PM
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Israeli leaders have chosen a new army chief to replace the general who quit last week over the war with Hezbollah guerrillas in Lebanon, Israeli media reports said on Monday.22 January 2007 Planet Analog - Jan 22 11:55 AM
NETANYA, Israel Intel's next fab in Israel, Fab 28, being built at Kiryat Gat, is expected to generate exports worth $3 billion a year. The estimate was given by Alex Kornhauser, Intel VP and head of the company's activity in Israel, at a conference organized by the company last week.IVC: Venture capital investment in Israel up 21% in 2006 Globes Online - Jan 22 8:00 AM
Venture capital investment was 80% higher in the fourth quarter compared with the corresponding quarter of 2005.Warner Chilcott and Foamix Collaborate on Gynecologic Foam Product FinanzNachrichten - 2 hours, 41 minutes ago
FAJARDO, Puerto Rico and NESS ZIONA, Israel, Jan. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- Warner Chilcott Company ( Nachrichten ), Inc. and Foamix Ltd. announced today that the two companies have signed an agreement to jointly develop a gynecologic foam.Economist Nissan Levitan awarded Israel Prize Globes Online - Jan 22 5:59 AM
Levitan was a member of the team that stabilized the Israeli economy in 1985.Israeli PM, Peretz agree on Ashkenazi as new army chief People's Daily - Jan 22 5:16 PM
Israel i Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and Defense Minister Amir Peretz agreed Monday night Major General Gabi Ashkenazi as Israel Defense Forces (IDF) chief of staff, replacing Lt.-Gen. Dan Halutz, local media reported.Secret talks handing West Bank to Abbas WorldNetDaily - Jan 22 2:39 PM
JERUSALEM Israel and the Palestinians have been conducting behind-the-scene negotiations regarding handing over most of the West Bank to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, top diplomatic sources told WND.Uri Geller TV show spooks Israeli magicians AFP via Yahoo! News - Jan 21 3:30 PM
A war between magicians is raging in Israel, pitting Uri Geller and his aura of supernatural powers against those who see in him nothing but an unending lust for fame.Israel chooses new army chief - reports AlertNet - Jan 21 10:01 PM
Source: Reuters (Adds details on new chief, clarifies current role) JERUSALEM, Jan 22 (Reuters) - A retired general with years of experience fighting Lebanon's Hezbollah guerrillas has been chosen as the new chief ... Months After War, Vision of Rebuilding Lebanon Wanes New York Times - Jan 21 5:20 PM
With Lebanon?s government enmeshed in political crisis, rebuilding in southern towns like Bint Jbail has not lived up to promises made after the war with Israel.Hapoalim Bid St. Petersburg Times - Jan 22 2:35 PM
TEL AVIV Bank Hapoalim Ltd., Israel s largest bank, is seeking foreign investors to join its bid for an unnamed Russian lender, daily newspaper Ma ariv said without citing anyone.Israel chooses new army chief - reports AlertNet - Jan 21 9:32 PM
Source: Reuters JERUSALEM, Jan 22 (Reuters) - Israeli leaders have chosen a new army chief to replace the general who quit last week over the war with Hezbollah guerrillas in Lebanon, Israeli media reports said on ... Manitoban NFLer 'taking a part of us with him' to Super Bowl: coach CBC via Yahoo! Canada News - Jan 22 12:38 PM
Former coaches of Chicago Bears defensive lineman Israel Idonije, a product of Brandon, Man., said Monday they're incredibly proud of their hometown star's upcoming trip to the Super Bowl.Abramovich to stay away from Bridge for semi-final Independent - Jan 22 4:24 PM
Roman Abramovich is due to fly to Israel this morning to attend a friendly tournament he is sponsoring, rather than be at Stamford Bridge for the second leg of the League Cup semi-final tonight.Hamas leader offers 10-year truce with Israel WorldNet Daily - Jan 20 1:28 PM
JERUSALEM -- Hamas is willing to accept a temporary Palestinian state in the West Bank, Gaza Strip and eastern sections of Jerusalem in exchange for a 10-year truce with Israel, Ismail Haniyeh, prime minister of the Hamas-led Palestinian government, announced today.UPI NewsTrack Health and Science News UPI - Jan 22 2:54 PM
HAIFA, Israel, Jan. 22 (UPI) -- Israeli medical researchers say they have successfully created new heart muscle with its own blood supply by using human embryonic stem cells.Electric Corp. India dream dies Haaretz Daily - Jan 22 3:51 PM
It was a dream, and now it's dead: The Israel Electric Corporation (IEC) has dropped from the race to build a major power station in India at an investment of $4 billion.Hirchson looking for outside tax expert to head the ITA Haaretz Daily - Jan 22 3:50 PM
The acting head of the Israel Tax Authority (ITA), Joseph Bachar, has appointed Yehuda Nasradishi as acting head of organization, resources and technology directorate at the ITA - replacing Shmuel Baborov.Rare animals keeping Israeli army safe UPI - Jan 22 1:23 PM
TEL AVIV, Israel, Jan. 22 (UPI) -- Several of the Israel Defense Force's northern military bases have taken to using endangered animals to keep their guarded locales safe from bushfires.Israel halts West Bank project NorthJersey.com - Jan 20 7:53 AM
JERUSALEM -- Israel said Friday it had halted plans to build a new West Bank settlement and released frozen funds to Mahmoud Abbas, bolstering the moderate Palestinian president ahead of his talks in Syria with the supreme leader of the rival Hamas group.US Might Attack Iran, Bush Ally Says Crosswalk.com - Jan 22 8:58 AM
Herzliya, Israel (CNSNews.com) - Will the United States attack Iran to prevent it from going nuclear? President Bush might order such an attack, depending on circumstances, a former U.S. government official said on Sunday.