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Netanyahu revives bid to appoint spokesman who called Obama anti-Semitic

Netanyahu revives bid to appoint spokesman who called Obama anti-Semitic

PM said to finally submit Ran Baratz to vetting committee, despite history of derogatory statements; calls efforts to stymie appointment ‘absurd’   Prime Minister Benjamin… Read More ›

Despite everything, Abbas tells Israelis, peace is attainable

Despite everything, Abbas tells Israelis, peace is attainable

In rare TV interview, Palestinian leader says Netanyahu is still a ‘partner’ for talks; PA security forces are preventing knifings; and while there’s incitement in… Read More ›

Herzog: Those who try and harm me will be struck down

Herzog: Those who try and harm me will be struck down

The Knesset Opposition Leader had fierce words for those behind publicizing the police’s investigation of his actions. He claimed his political opponents are to blame.… Read More ›

Deri now under criminal investigation

Deri now under criminal investigation

The preliminary police inquiry into the Interior Minister has been upgraded to a full police investigation, the attorney general announced Thursday; Deri promises full cooperation… Read More ›

UNHRC decision has serious implications

UNHRC decision has serious implications

Op-ed: The UN Human Rights Council approved a decision instructing the compilation of a blacklist of companies operating in the settlements; though it lacks enforcement… Read More ›

Israeli and Egyptian ministers meet for first time in years

Israeli and Egyptian ministers meet for first time in years

Discussion focused on various regional issues, including the possibility of Israel supplying Egypt with natural gas.   National Infrastructure, Energy and Water Minister Yuval Steinitz… Read More ›

Abbas: We are searching schools, in one 70 children had knives

Abbas: We are searching schools, in one 70 children had knives

Abbas’s administration and Israel coordinate security in the West Bank despite the stalling two years ago of US-sponsored negotiations on Palestinian statehood.   Palestinian Authority… Read More ›

Digital diplomacy in Arab world is an uphill battle

Digital diplomacy in Arab world is an uphill battle

The ministry tries to target and engage with social media “influencers,” who have large followings.   The social media age may have ushered in unprecedented… Read More ›

Specter of nuclear terrorism draws world leaders to Washington for summit

Specter of nuclear terrorism draws world leaders to Washington for summit

Israel sends delegation including Steinitz; Iran, Russia absent   WASHINGTON – Last year, when an active black market for radioactive materials was uncovered in Moldova,… Read More ›

Bill Clinton brings Hillary’s message to leading rabbis

Bill Clinton brings Hillary’s message to leading rabbis

Participant’s won’t discuss contents of off-record NY meet-up, will only say it was ‘constructive’   WASHINGTON — Former President Bill Clinton met with over 20… Read More ›

Here’s what you need to know about the top finance unicorns

Here’s what you need to know about the top finance unicorns

Citi just released a new Global Perspectives & Solutions (GPS) report with insight on how technology is disrupting the finance industry. But what are the biggest… Read More ›

Chipotle might be launching a burger chain

Chipotle might be launching a burger chain

  Chipotle is considering launching a burger chain. The company filed a trademark application for the phrase “Better Burger” this month, Chipotle spokesman Chris Arnold… Read More ›

CITI: The ‘Uber moment’ for banks is coming — and more than a million people could lose their jobs

CITI: The ‘Uber moment’ for banks is coming — and more than a million people could lose their jobs

Banks are quickly approaching their “automation tipping point,” and they could soon reduce headcount by as much as 30%. That’s according to a new Citi… Read More ›

Helena, Wisconsin – Emails: Cruz Camp Pushing To Oust Kasich From Montana Ballot

Helena, Wisconsin – Emails: Cruz Camp Pushing To Oust Kasich From Montana Ballot

  Helena, Wisconsin – Ted Cruz’s presidential campaign is trying to knock opponent John Kasich off Montana’s primary by questioning signatures the Ohio governor’s campaign… Read More ›

Washington – White House: Trump Campaign Conduct “Unacceptable”

Washington – White House: Trump Campaign Conduct “Unacceptable”

  Washington – White House spokesman Josh Earnest says neither President Barack Obama, nor his predecessor, would have put up with the behavior that led… Read More ›

Washington – U.S. Condemns U.N. Call For List Of Firms Operating In West Bank

Washington – U.S. Condemns U.N. Call For List Of Firms Operating In West Bank

  Washington – The United States on Wednesday condemned a United Nations Human Rights Council resolution that calls for setting up a database of businesses… Read More ›

William Shatner hit with $170 million paternity suit

William Shatner hit with $170 million paternity suit

  William Shatner is being sued for $170 million by a Florida-based radio host who claims that the “Star Trek” actor is his father. Peter… Read More ›

$86 million aircraft to combat drugs in Afghanistan doesn’t take off

$86 million aircraft to combat drugs in Afghanistan doesn’t take off

  Washington – The Drug Enforcement Administration and the Department of Defense spent more than $86 million on an aircraft for counter narcotics efforts in… Read More ›

Young lives lost in Lahore blast

Young lives lost in Lahore blast

It was a treat for passing their exams. Twelve-year-old Sahil and his cousin Aman John, 13, had been studying hard for weeks. Their parents had… Read More ›

US pans move to blacklist companies working with settlements

US pans move to blacklist companies working with settlements

State Department condemns Human Rights Council’s ‘bias’ against Israel in resolution that is ‘far outside their scope of authority’   The US on Wednesday condemned… Read More ›