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The Somme, 110 years on: The Jewish soldiers who fought and died

The Battle of the Somme, one of the bloodiest and most infamous battles in history, was intended to break the German lines and bring World War I closer to an Allied victory.

JULY 1, 2026|ByALEX WINSTON

British infantry soldiers running out of their trenches at the signal to assault the Somme, France, 1916.

UK medical org. to investigate NHS use of IHRA antisemitism definition over free speech claims

The British Medical Association has passed a motion calling for an investigation into the use of the IHRA antisemitism definition in the NHS, citing concerns over free expression among staff.

JUNE 24, 2026|ByMATHILDA HELLER

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer speaks to the members of the media on the sidelines of the G7 summit, in Thonon-les-Bains, France, June 17, 2026.

Keir Starmer expected to resign as UK prime minister following pressure from rival Andy Burnham

The UK PM is expected to resign on Monday, as threats to his position build; however, a government source says Starmer remains focused on getting on with the job of governing.

JUNE 21, 2026|ByREUTERS

NEWLY ELECTED Makerfield MP Andy Burnham of Britain's Labour Party greets a supporter following his victory in the Makerfield by-election, triggered by the resignation of Labour MP John Simons, at the The Edge Wigan in Wigan, Britain, June 19, 2026.

Andy Burnham's election to parliament sets up bid to oust UK PM Starmer

Burnham, the Greater Manchester mayor nicknamed the "King of the North," won the contest in Makerfield in northwest England with 54.8% of the vote.

JUNE 19, 2026|ByREUTERS

Encyclopedia Britannica amends website after complaint about Israel erasure from maps, history

Britannica Kids entries used the term "Palestine" to describe the region across thousands of years including modern contexts in which the State of Israel exists.

FEBRUARY 1, 2026ByMATHILDA HELLER

Encyclopedia Britannica editions are seen at the New York Public Library on March 14, 2012 in New York City. Encyclopedia Britannica announced it will be ceasing its print edition of reference books for the first time in its 244-year history to focus solely on digital versions.

Grapevine: Jewish-Irish eyes are smiling

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

JANUARY 24, 2026ByGREER FAY CASHMAN

THE NEATLY tucked-away Antopol Martyrs Synagogue.

British anti-Israel group launches judicial review into NHS adoption of IHRA definition

Right to Protest, which has created a crowdfunding page, argued that medical staff who raise ethical concerns about Israel’s actions now face being treated as potential offenders.

JANUARY 21, 2026ByMATHILDA HELLER

Demonstrators protest in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, in London, in January.

Protester tears down flag at Iranian embassy in London - report

A short while later, the Iranian Embassy posted a picture to X, showing the current flag returned to its place on the balcony, captioned, "Iran's flag is flying high."

JANUARY 11, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

An anti-Iranian regime protester holds up a placard during a gathering outside the Iranian Embassy, central London, on January 9, 2026.

New Israeli craft beers tell stories of war, recovery, and creativity

From light lagers to imperial stouts, Israel’s new craft beers offer unique flavors and stories in every sip.

JANUARY 10, 2026ByDOUG GREENER

The brewer of four Shomron beers says that brewing is what cured him from post-trauma after many years of active combat duty.

Talent, arrogance, and the cost of not being ready in sports and war - opinion

Sport, of course, is never just sport. It is one of the most powerful metaphors we have for life itself. ...In Israel, the clamor is growing for a full national investigation into October 7 failures.

JANUARY 10, 2026ByJONATHAN LIEBERMAN

England players shake hands after the match. The Ashes, Australia vs England, Fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney, Australia, last week.

Jerusalem Highlights: January 9-15

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

JANUARY 9, 2026ByHAGAY HACOHEN

UK Labour councils could face legal action unless they stop BDS activity

This comes after multiple local authorities voted not to work with firms that they deem to be “complicit in Israeli war crimes...or somehow benefit from activity in the West Bank."

JANUARY 6, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Daniel Peretz to Southampton, Manor Solomon to Fiorentina in midseason moves - report

Reports say goalkeeper Daniel Peretz is nearing a loan move to Southampton, while winger Manor Solomon could switch from Villarreal to Fiorentina this month.

DECEMBER 31, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

DANIEL PERETZ begins a new chapter with Hamburger SV as he looks to secure the starting role in the Bundesliga.

Disgraced BBC content chief who greenlit controversial Gaza doc. receives honor from UK gov't

Former BBC content chief Charlotte Moore was appointed an OBE, drawing renewed criticism over a Gaza documentary that was withdrawn for serious editorial breaches.

DECEMBER 30, 2025ByELI LEON