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Iranian-Backed Militias Threaten US Forces in Iraq

Iranian-Backed Militias Threaten US Forces in Iraq

Video shows pro-Iranian militia seeking to stop a US patrol and warning the US against “provocations”   Members of the Hashd al-Shaabi, the Iranian-backed Shi’ite… Read More ›

In honor of grandma: Teen cancels bar mitzvah party to help cancer patients

In honor of grandma: Teen cancels bar mitzvah party to help cancer patients

The special bond between Eyal and his grandmother, who died of the illness two years ago, led the 13-year-old to forgo his coming-of-age bash and… Read More ›

Jewish women express anger after Orthodox rabbis compare abortion to murder

Jewish women express anger after Orthodox rabbis compare abortion to murder

As religious organizations react to New York State’s more liberal pregnancy termination laws, some of their constituents question the necessity of their sweeping statements  … Read More ›

Havana – Meteorites Strike Western Cuba

Havana – Meteorites Strike Western Cuba

  Havana – Residents and tourists in a town in western Cuba saw a flare pass through the sky and heard an explosion Friday in… Read More ›

‘He’s doing the enemy’s job for them’: Current and former officials compare Trump to a toddler and say his attacks on the intel community create a goldmine for foreign governments

‘He’s doing the enemy’s job for them’: Current and former officials compare Trump to a toddler and say his attacks on the intel community create a goldmine for foreign governments

  President Donald Trump’s most recent public campaign against the US intelligence community has stunned current and former intelligence officials. “He’s doing the enemy’s job… Read More ›

Democratic Nations Ignore Cyber Threats in Same Way They Ignored Terrorism

Democratic Nations Ignore Cyber Threats in Same Way They Ignored Terrorism

Industry insiders warn that democratic nations have failed to acknowledge the extent of the danger and thus are not cooperating effectively.   Western countries are… Read More ›

Don’t put too much stock in polls

Don’t put too much stock in polls

Opinion: Begin and Peres didn’t believe in polls, as they could be misleading, especially those released immediately following the introduction of new candidates like Benny… Read More ›

An avalanche of movies by or about Jews at this year’s Sundance Film Festival

An avalanche of movies by or about Jews at this year’s Sundance Film Festival

The ski resort town of Park City, Utah, plays host to one of the most prestigious gatherings of cinephiles in the world — and we’ve… Read More ›

Washington – Ocean Mixing That Drives Climate Found In Surprise Location

Washington – Ocean Mixing That Drives Climate Found In Surprise Location

  Washington – One of the key drivers of the world’s climate is an area in the North Atlantic Ocean where warmer and colder water… Read More ›

When it’s this cold, Chicago sets its train tracks on fire

When it’s this cold, Chicago sets its train tracks on fire

Chicago residents are a hearty bunch. They know how to keep things moving when the weather turns cold. But what about when it’s this cold?… Read More ›

Florida Recognizes Jerusalem as Israel’s Undivided Capital

Florida Recognizes Jerusalem as Israel’s Undivided Capital

Florida placed itself a step ahead of the Trump Administration, which recognizes Jerusalem as Israel’s capital previously but did not mention whether it supports united… Read More ›

Gantz on par with Netanyahu in latest leadership polls

Gantz on par with Netanyahu in latest leadership polls

Polls by the three main TV channels show the gap between the prime minister’s Likud Party and the former IDF chief’s Israel Resilience Party has… Read More ›

5 soldiers charged with beating handcuffed, blindfolded Palestinian suspects

5 soldiers charged with beating handcuffed, blindfolded Palestinian suspects

IDF prosecutor files indictment against servicemen suspected of ‘slapping, punching, bludgeoning’ prisoners as revenge for attack that killed their comrades   Military prosecutors filed indictments on… Read More ›

Washington – FDA OKs 1st Generic Version Of Popular Advair Asthma Inhaler

Washington – FDA OKs 1st Generic Version Of Popular Advair Asthma Inhaler

  Washington – The first generic version of the popular Advair asthma inhaler has been approved by U.S. regulators. The Food and Drug Administration on… Read More ›

Markets are loving the Fed’s ‘patient’ stance on rates — and with Facebook’s blowout quarter it’s a sea of green for stocks

Markets are loving the Fed’s ‘patient’ stance on rates — and with Facebook’s blowout quarter it’s a sea of green for stocks

  The Fed held rates steady and chairman Jerome Powell said the central bank would be patient with hikes. That has sent stock markets higher.… Read More ›

‘Boycott Eurovision in Israel,’ UK Cultural Figures Appeal to BBC

‘Boycott Eurovision in Israel,’ UK Cultural Figures Appeal to BBC

Roger Waters, Peter Gabriel, Vivienne Westwood, Mike Leigh and others call on BBC to press EBU to relocate the competition   A predictable slate of… Read More ›

Right wing politicians slam Gantz after campaign launch speech

Right wing politicians slam Gantz after campaign launch speech

Prime Minister Netanyahu and his Likud Party dismiss Gantz as a ‘leftist,’ while New Right Party leader Bennett slams Gantz and new political partner Ya’alon’s… Read More ›

Palestinian teen girl tries to stab checkpoint guard, is shot dead – police

Palestinian teen girl tries to stab checkpoint guard, is shot dead – police

No Israelis injured in incident at A’Zaim crossing, outside Jerusalem   A Palestinian teenage girl was shot dead as she tried to stab an Israeli… Read More ›

New York – Some Journalists Wonder If Their Profession Is Tweet-crazy

New York – Some Journalists Wonder If Their Profession Is Tweet-crazy

  New York – If Twitter is the town square for journalists, some are ready to step away. That’s happening this week at the online… Read More ›

Analysis: Why America’s fight with Huawei matters

Analysis: Why America’s fight with Huawei matters

Hong Kong – The United States has ramped up its fight with China over technology by revealing charges against top telecoms company Huawei. The US… Read More ›