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'Iran's actions make need for inspection more urgent'
Western diplomats say IAEA chief nuclear inspector believes ongoing activities at Parchin military complex increasing need for UN nuclear watchdog to gain access to site.
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'Israel can defend itself against barrages from Iran'
Storm, strong winds knock out trees and power
110 kph winds cause injuries, cut power in cities throughout the country; snow falls on the Hermon.
Dan David Prize Foundation names 2012 laureates
Winners include Stanford, Oxford professors George Conquest, Martin Gilbert, South African artist William Kentridge.
Gasoline to hit record-high NIS 8.05 per liter
Livni calls scheduled increase a "pointless scandal"; Yacimovich says high gas tax is unfair, targets the middle class.
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Syrian army assaults rebel district in Homs
5 years for Hamas man who conspired to aid enemy
Arabic chronicles Shed Light on weather of yore
IDF raids private Palestinian television station
Athens, J'lem announce joint diaspora conference
TA man indicted for sexually assaulting baby
Report: Israel's security situation worst in decades
Shabbat conflict sends basketball squad to sidelines
Romney edges Santorum in Michigan primary
US hesitant to arm Syrian rebels due to al-Qaida
Advocacy group: Efforts against BDS can boomerang
China says it backs humanitarian aid for Syria
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Health & Science
Irregular heartbeat linked to mental and physical decline
Study finds significant association between atrial fibrillation and functional decline and need for long-term care.
MKs denounce segregation in maternity wards
The meeting was held at the initiative of Labor MK Ghaleb Majadle, who was upset by reports of segregation requests.
Video game boosts elderly cognitive functioning
Study finds that 'World of Warcraft' increased abilities such as spatial ability, memory and attention.
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Begin’s legacy
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A tale of two civilizations
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Stern’s fun line
An exhibition of caricaturist Friedel Stern’s work provides incisive insights into Israeli society.
Wine Talk: Whisky of Kintyre
As you engage in raising your spirits this Purim, have a tipple of Springbank’s singular Scotch.
Top 5: Tel Aviv's most memorable dishes
Food enthusiasts at Taste TLV give their verdict on the best that the Tel Aviv dining scene has to offer.
Jewish World
US lawmakers get J Street view of Israel, W. Bank
On a visit to the Kalandiya checkpoint, congresswomen experience a different perspective.
Chabad opposes stamps commemorating rabbis
Concern raised that licking back of stamps memorializing last Lubavitcher rebbe would be “disrespectful.”
Prepare now for a safe and happy Purim
Hospital emergency rooms get 3.5 times as many burn cases before and during Purim than during the rest of the year.
National News
Meretz MKs: Shabbat buses good for environment
Supporters of allowing public transport on Shabbat say it is an issue of good public policy, not religious and secular.
Comptroller to send out report on 'Harpaz Affair'
IDF officer, Defense Ministry officials involved in alleged plot to get Galant appointed chief of staff to receive copy.
Pri Hagalil factory set to reopen
Factory owner Efraim tells Knesset Finance Committee chair MK Gafni factory will reopen after shuttering last week.
Environment & Technology
Activists heckle PM during talk on green growth
Environmental economics vital to future development, and even to efforts against Iran, says Netanyahu.
Residents protest apartments in Jerusalem valley
The residents of Givat Masua and their supporters have until March 8 to file objections to both the regional and local planning committees.
Can new device ‘revolutionize’ wireless charging?
Israeli startup Powermat, backed by Jay-Z, develops cable-free charging surfaces for electric devices.
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Friendship Park: A playground for everyone
Ra'anana park that allows disabled and non-disabled children to play together has gained interest from abroad.
Even Anglo olim say the darndest things
YouTube series spoofing stereotypes takes on ‘stupid utterings’ of English-speaking immigrants to Israel.
Sinai Says: Ohayon made right choice in joining Maccabi
Maccabi is already making plans for next season and Ohayon is a significant part of them.
Deal at first sight? Foreign cash meets Israeli ideas
Tel Aviv dealmakers conference brings together start-ups, multinationals, investors.
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