By Ira Sharkansky JERUSALEM — There’s a lot more noise than meaningful action in politics. Some are saying that Donald Trump is the best example. Others argue that Benyamin Netanyahu and Barack Obama are close competitors. The vast bulk of government isn’t these stars at the top. They, and the people they appoint, can’t possibly […]
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International, Ira Sharkansky, Middle East, USAWASHINGTON—President-elect Donald Trump chose a Michigan charter school advocate and prominent Republican donor to serve as his secretary of Education, he said Wednesday, a decision that may hearten supporters of school choice but worry teacher unions — and even some of Trump’s core supporters. Trump’s pick, Betsy DeVos, is a champion of charter schools and
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Science, Medicine, & Education, USAORLANDO, Fla. — The Florida Supreme Court on Wednesday threw out the death penalty of a man convicted of murdering a state prison guard with a knife, ruling that because the jury did not unanimously recommend a death sentence, he should get a new penalty phase. The ruling appeared to strike down the death penalty
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USAWASHINGTON — Ben Carson said Wednesday that an announcement is imminent about his role in improving the nation’s inner cities — a broad hint that President-elect Donald Trump will name him secretary of Housing and Urban Development. “After serious discussions with the Trump transition team, I feel that I can make a significant contribution, particularly
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USAThe Dalai Lama has plans to visit Donald Trump after his inauguration and has “no worries” about the president-elect’s administration. The exiled Tibetan spiritual leader told reporters in Ulan Bator, Mongolia, that he plans to visit the U.S. after Trump’s presidency officially begins on January 20. Despite a Republican campaign fraught with controversial and polarising
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International, USAWith the election of Donald Trump as the next president of the United States, speculation is running high in regard to Washington’s policy on Israeli settlement construction and the future of the Middle East peace process. While many unpredictable variables are in place, one thing is certain—the viability of the two-state solution is at stake.
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Middle East, USAMaggiano’s Little Italy apologizes for banquet for white supremacist group where some performed Nazi salute By Times of Israel staff Former reality TV star Tila Tequila performs the Nazi salute at the DC restaurant on November 18, 2016. (Tila Tequila/Twitter) A restaurant in Washington has issued an apology after it unintentially hosted members and supporters
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USAPresident-elect Donald Trump vowed to to bring back waterboarding during his campaign, and his recent choice of Rep. Mike Pompeo as CIA director has also raised further questions about whether or not this administration plans to embrace the use of torture. But John McCain is having none of it. Appearing at the Halifax International Security
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International, USALaurie Hernandez has becme one of America’s sweethearts with her victory with Team USA in the 2016 Olympics. Riding her celebrity, the 16-year-old was casted as a competitor on the competition series “Dancing With The Stars.” While this season had stiff competition, the 16-year-old came, saw and conquered! According to the New York Post, Olympic
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Sports & Competitions, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, USASan Antonio Police Department Det. Benjamin Marconi was shot and killed during a traffic stop on Monday by a man who would later say he “lashed out at somebody who didn’t deserve it.” That man was been arrested and identified as Otis Tryrone McKane after a 30-hour manhunt, according to My San Antonio. Watch the
DETROIT — A man arrested in connection with Tuesday’s shooting of a Wayne State University police officer has been twice previously charged with assaulting a police officer, state records show. Police arrested the 31-year-old man Tuesday night after officer Collin Rose, 29, was shot while on duty near the Lincoln Apartments, on the southern end
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USAPresident-elect Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he was nominating South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley as the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, calling her a “proven dealmaker” who knows how to bring people together. The Republican governor was an outspoken critic of Mr. Trump during the presidential campaign and one of many former foes the
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International, USAHouse Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi says she plans to lead an aggressive opposition against President-elect Donald Trump and a GOP-controlled Congress, naming jobs, veterans and Medicare as the top priorities. But first, Pelosi, who is being challenged for her leadership position by Rep. Tim Ryan of Ohio, is making an attempt to quell disenchantment within
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USAWASHINGTON — With Democrats in Congress frustrated over four straight election disappointments, Rep. Tim Ryan of Ohio is furiously dialing his colleagues during their Thanksgiving break to win support for his attempt to end the long reign of California’s Nancy Pelosi as Democratic leader of the House. While Ryan’s insurrection is a long shot, it’s
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