The Jerusalem Post Archive

5 February 2026
Canine remains discovered in Bulgaria show dog meat may have been Iron Age delicacy - study

The Greeks, as well as the Thracians, who lived in what is now modern-day Bulgaria, are believed by researchers to have consumed dog meat. 

Did giants exist? Ancient Egyptian papyrus points to proof of gargantuan Canaanite tribe, org says

The papyrus, known as Anastasi I, or “The Satirical Letter,” is believed by most to take the form of a somewhat mocking letter written between two army scribes.

Iran’s supreme leader tells Eretz Nehederet he’s bored of binging TV in his bunker

Eretz Nehederet shifted focus from Trump to a bunker-bound Khamenei, mocking Iran-US tensions, Israeli defense systems, and domestic politics amid mounting war anxiety.

Authorities close former Gaza hostage Mia Schem's rape case due to insufficient evidence

The Tel Aviv-based celebrity fitness trainer was released without an indictment after a year-long investigation.

Houthis prepared to strike Israel, US ships in event of attack on Iran - KAN

According to KAN News, Israeli security forces are operating under the assumption that Yemen's Houthi terrorists will be prepared to strike back against Israel if the US attacks Iran first. 

How millions of shekels' worth of goods were smuggled into Gaza amid Israel-Hamas war - explainer

According to the Southern District Attorney’s Office, this was an “organized, systematic, and sophisticated smuggling operation of various goods into the Gaza Strip in exchange for financial gain.”

Ending US military aid as a national opportunity

This can build security and economic independence, strengthen local industry, promote technological innovation, and empower Israel’s periphery, if government translates declarations into action.

Barefoot-style shoes: How walking the way nature intended can change you - and the world around you
Unvaccinated baby dies of measles in 15th case since outbreak began, Health Ministry says

Out of the previous 13 deaths, the majority were otherwise healthy babies with no underlying conditions who had not been vaccinated.

Gaza logo sparks uproar as Lapid warns PA involvement is already underway

“If the Palestinian Authority enters Gaza, then the logo is also that of the Palestinian Authority,” Lapid said.

Meatballs that disappear instantly and buns that melt the heart

Meatballs that vanish as soon as they come out of the pan, buns, and a biscuit roll | Three Shabbat recipes that will delight the whole family.

Protecting journalists and public figures: WhatsApp launches new update

Aiming to tackle cyberattacks, WhatsApp joins Google and Apple by introducing an option to secure accounts more strongly. The feature will be available to all users in the coming weeks.

No longer a corner by the dining table: The home office undergoes a revolution

An improvised work nook has become a planned space: Architect Nirit Frenkel explains how working from home is now driving new thinking about privacy, acoustics, and light.

Why AI in finance still struggles at enterprise scale
AiR EV unveils DrN‑600 cargo eVTOL with Singapore's ST Engineering

The Israeli start‑up reveals its largest electric cargo drone, co‑developed with ST Engineering, offering 100‑kg payload capacity and advanced capabilities for remote and demanding environments

Trump declines to take sides between Vance, Rubio in 2028 successor debate

Trump also endorsed a MAGA prosecutor in Georgia against Marjorie Taylor Greene, stepped back from a major media merger fight between Netflix and Warner Bros, and faced Human Rights Watch criticism.

Trump administration team seizes Puerto Rico voting machines in election security probe

A team under intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard examined Puerto Rico voting machines for security flaws, but found no evidence of Venezuelan interference.

Hind Rajab Foundation asks US Justice Dept. to probe IDF veteran over alleged Gaza war crimes

The IDF veteran served as a combat engineer during the Israel-Hamas War and is due to speak at Boston University on Wednesday.

Elias Rodriguez indicted on terrorism charges over killing of two Israeli diplomats in Washington

Elias Rodriguez killed Yaron Lischinsky, 30, and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, 26, who both worked for Israel's Embassy in Washington, in May 2025.

Australian teenager charged for death threats against Herzog before visit

A 19-year-old Australian was charged over alleged online death threats against President Isaac Herzog ahead of the Israeli leader’s upcoming visit to Australia.

Mamdani taps leader of progressive Zionist group to helm Office to Combat Antisemitism

"Antisemitism cannot be addressed with slick videos or empty remarks," Rabbi Moshe Davis told The Jerusalem Post, expressing concern over Mamdani's choice.

Online antisemitism grows smarter, faster, and harder to stop, CyberWell report shows

A CyberWell report found antisemitic narratives surged in 2025, with platforms struggling to keep pace despite higher content removal rates.

Metropolitan Police detective sacked over social media posts on Holocaust, Gaza

The panel said the posts were “overtly political” and presented a one-sided view of the Israel-Hamas War during a period of heightened public controversy after the events of the October 7 massacre.

Washington Post begins widespread layoffs, sharply shrinking storied newspaper's reach

The Washington Post launched widespread layoffs across nearly all departments, including international and Middle East coverage, as the paper restructures amid mounting financial losses.

Maduro ally Saab arrested in Venezuela, US official says

Venezuelan official Alex Saab was reportedly arrested in a joint US-Venezuelan operation, though his lawyer and government aligned figures denied the claim as conflicting accounts emerged.

Savannah Guthrie pleads for contact after elderly mother presumed abducted in Arizona

"We need to know without a doubt that she is alive and that you have her. We want to hear from you and we are ready to listen. Please, reach out to us," Guthrie said.

UN chief calls New START expiration a 'grave moment' for global security

Antonio Guterres warned that the end of New START removes all binding limits on US and Russian nuclear arsenals and called for immediate negotiations.

Man behind second Trump assassination attempt gets life in prison

Routh, 59, was convicted by a jury last September of five criminal counts, including attempted assassination after serving as his own defense lawyer at trial.

Melania Trump hosts former hostages Aviva, Keith Siegel for White House visit

Melania notably released a biographical documentary last week, in which Aviva features. She stressed the visit with the Siegels was not a promotion for the film.

Defense Ministry signs $130 million deal with Elbit to outfit helicopters with Israeli technologies

These advanced Elbit technologies will include command and control, avionics, electronic warfare systems, and the advanced anti-missile DIRCM system.

A real estate shift: Jaffa becomes an alternative to expensive Tel Aviv

Jaffa A on the renewal map: How the old neighborhood became one of the most intriguing areas in the real estate market. A surprising upgrade and accelerated renewal.

Primark clothing brand to arrive in Israel as part of retailer's Middle East expansion - N12

According to this source, Primark's arrival in Israel would be part of the company's expansion in the United Arab Emirates, which is being led by the opening of a store in Dubai.

Instagram recovers after brief outage disrupts US users

Meta’s Instagram recovered after a short outage Wednesday that saw more than 10,000 users in the US report problems, according to Downdetector.

At 19, Barron Trump is said to surpass Melania’s wealth - opinion

Barron Trump, 19, rides a family crypto empire, Abu Dhabi money, and Miami’s laundering machine, raising hard questions.

Israel’s milk shortage shows how policy fights end up hurting the public - editorial

Milk rationing did not happen by accident. Protest tactics, rigid regulation, and stalled reform collided, leaving families paying the price for political and policy failure.

The ‘Zionism’ gap: What data really shows about Jews, Israel and Zionism today - opinion

Most American Jews remain deeply connected to Israel, even as many resist the label “Zionist,” reflecting concerns about policies rather than rejecting the Jewish state itself.

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