Articles by: JewishNews-Ilan

Trump running out of time as controversies pile up

Trump running out of time as controversies pile up

Washington – Donald Trump’s tax controversy and his self-destructive lack of discipline threaten to drain the Republican nominee of something he can’t afford: time. With… Read More ›

Public deeply unhappy with Israel’s religious policies, study shows

Public deeply unhappy with Israel’s religious policies, study shows

Ultra-Orthodox grip on government over issues of religious freedom and equality rankles a clear majority of Israelis   JERUSALEM (JTA) — The haredi Orthodox parties… Read More ›

In Clinton’s path to the White House, Ohio isn’t a must-win

In Clinton’s path to the White House, Ohio isn’t a must-win

Long a key battleground, Democratic candidate could still take the presidency with Florida, North Carolina victories   WASHINGTON (AP) — When Hillary Clinton arrives in… Read More ›

Jordan defends Israel natural gas deal

Jordan defends Israel natural gas deal

Minister tells local TV that deal wouldn’t make Hashemite kingdom dependent on Jewish state, but would cut $600 million from energy bill   Jordan on… Read More ›

MKs snatch VIP seats, Netanyahu’s son given precedence at Peres funeral

MKs snatch VIP seats, Netanyahu’s son given precedence at Peres funeral

Shimon Peres’s funeral relegated the IDF chief of staff and the Israel Police commissioner to a less prestigious position in a row behind the prime… Read More ›

Russia, US trade blame over Syria quagmire

Russia, US trade blame over Syria quagmire

The heads of the Russian Foreign and Defense ministries have accused the United States of supporting terrorists in Syria; meanwhile, the US warns Russia that… Read More ›

Fearing disturbances, police nab extremists ahead of Peres funeral

Fearing disturbances, police nab extremists ahead of Peres funeral

Several Jews and Arabs detained day before ceremony for late president Shimon Peres, though no specific threat mentioned; security upped for Abbas   Police rounded… Read More ›

OPEC just reached a surprising deal — here’s what comes next

OPEC just reached a surprising deal — here’s what comes next

  The late oil watcher Robert Mabroonce quipped that OPEC should change its logo to a teabag “because it only works when in hot water.”… Read More ›

Top Trump spokesman won’t admit unscientific online polls are ‘bogus’ in cringeworthy interview

Top Trump spokesman won’t admit unscientific online polls are ‘bogus’ in cringeworthy interview

A top spokesman for Donald Trump refused to admit Thursday that unscientific online polls are “bogus” when pressed repeatedly by MSNBC host Chuck Todd. “Why… Read More ›

In unprecedented move, USA Today says don’t vote for Trump — but it doesn’t endorse Hillary Clinton either

In unprecedented move, USA Today says don’t vote for Trump — but it doesn’t endorse Hillary Clinton either

  In the 34 years USA Today has printed papers, its editorial board says it has never taken a position in a US presidential election.… Read More ›

Israel – Jerusalem Post Exclusive: Peres Stopped Israeli Strike On Iran

Israel – Jerusalem Post Exclusive: Peres Stopped Israeli Strike On Iran

  Jerusalem – If not for Shimon Peres’s intervention, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was planning to bomb Iran, the former president revealed confidentially to The… Read More ›

Washington – Do Not Vote For ‘Demagogue’ Trump, USA Today Tells Its Readers

Washington – Do Not Vote For ‘Demagogue’ Trump, USA Today Tells Its Readers

Washington – Branding Donald Trump a “dangerous demagogue,” USA Today on Thursday urged its readers not to vote for the Republican presidential candidate, but added… Read More ›

New York – Are You Owed Money From A Forgotten Bank Account?

New York – Are You Owed Money From A Forgotten Bank Account?

  New York – Finding money you didn’t know you had is like discovering lost treasure. For many people, there’s treasure to be found in… Read More ›

Police find missing girl, make 3 arrests in triple California killing

Police find missing girl, make 3 arrests in triple California killing

Police have found a 17-year-old girl who went missing after police found three bodies at the home where she lived in Southern California. Fullerton Police… Read More ›

Calais camp will be completely dismantled, says French president

Calais camp will be completely dismantled, says French president

French President Francois Hollande says the controversial makeshift migrant camp known as “The Jungle” in Calais will be completely dismantled. During a visit to the… Read More ›

CNN/ORC polls: Trump, Clinton deadlocked in Colorado, Pennsylvania

CNN/ORC polls: Trump, Clinton deadlocked in Colorado, Pennsylvania

Just one point separates Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump in two states that are critical to both candidates’ chances of becoming president, according to new… Read More ›

Real ‘Fault in Our Stars’ couple: Katie Prager dies

Real ‘Fault in Our Stars’ couple: Katie Prager dies

Katie Prager, the wife in the real “Fault in Our Stars” couple, died Thursday after complications from cystic fibrosis and a lung transplant. She was… Read More ›

Netanyahu explains Russia’s interest in cooperating with Israel

Netanyahu explains Russia’s interest in cooperating with Israel

“I think Russia has variegated interests. The first interest is to make sure militant Islam does not penetrate and destabilize Russia.”   Prime Minister Benjamin… Read More ›

PA official: Netanyahu’s invitation to address Knesset ‘bluff’

PA official: Netanyahu’s invitation to address Knesset ‘bluff’

In apparent rejection of overtures, Palestinian source says PM’s address was ‘predictable’ and aimed at Israelis   A Palestinian Authority official late Thursday dismissed an… Read More ›

Facebook exaggerated video views to advertisers

Facebook exaggerated video views to advertisers

  For the last couple years, Facebook has talked about the massive growth of video on its platform. It turns out Facebook may have exaggerated a key… Read More ›