USA

Huma Abedin announces split from Anthony Weiner following latest sexting scandal

WASHINGTON — He resigned from Congress after his last sexting scandal and promised to seek treatment as he and his wife announced she was pregnant with their first child. Now, it seems Anthony Weiner is up to his old tricks as his wife, Huma Abedin, travels the country with Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign. Abedin announced […]

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USA

Gene Wilder, ‘Willy Wonka’ star and Mel Brooks collaborator, dies at 83

San Diego Jewish World’s eulogy series is sponsored by Marc and Margaret Cohen in memory of Molly Cohen, and by Inland Industries Group LP in memory of long-time San Diego Jewish community leader Marie (Mrs. Gabriel) Berg.  Comments intended for publication in the space below MUST be accompanied by the letter writer’s first and last name

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Theatre, Film & Broadcast, USA

Khamenei: Our enemies will face a harsh response if they attack

Iran”s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on Sunday warned his country”s “enemies” that they will face Iran’s harsh response if they dare to launch a military attack against the country. “The enemy should understand that if it makes any aggression, it will be hit hard and our defense will also include response,” Khamenei said in

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Middle East, USA

Richard Allen’s pro-Israel guerrilla media campaign

By Edwin Black Richard Allen is not a careful, polished Jewish communal leader with a seasoned staff operating from a mid-town Manhattan office, ensconced behind a stylized logo, fortified by tax-exempt donations and burnished advisors. Allen is a private businessman. He wields his entire “organization” from a computer in his office and, not infrequently, from

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Edwin Black, Middle East, USA

How Entertainment Drove The Stake Through Donald Trump

When the obituary for Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign is written, “entertainment” will be listed as the cause of death. While providing entertainment is the one consistent strategy he’s effectively employed, it ultimately will be the culprit of his demise. Instead of captivating people, Trump’s act consists of shallow reactions leading to emotionally-charged conflict. Prior

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Christie Insists Trump Isn’t Waffling on Immigration

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie defended Donald Trump’s statements on immigration and deportation, insisting that the Republican presidential nominee has been consistent in his messaging despite rhetoric that suggests a waffling on his hardline stance. Christie, who chairs Trump’s transition team, told Martha Raddatz on ABC’s “This Week” that Trump has been “very clear” throughout

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International, USA

False reports of shots fired at LAX prompt evacuation of some passengers

LOS ANGELES — Police have confirmed that reports of an active shooter that panicked passengers Sunday night inside several terminals at Los Angeles International Airport were false, authorities said. Reports of gunfire in Terminals 6, 7 and 8 were made about 8:46 p.m., prompting airport police to set up a command post and shut down

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International, USA

Arian Foster on Kaepernick: ‘I understand 100 percent what he’s doing’

Arian Foster knows all-too-well that racial profiling and police misconduct toward African-Americans are real problems. He’s experienced them. Foster, the Dolphins running back, was barely a teenager when California cops pulled over his dad driving north on Interstate 5 between San Diego and California. “They told us to get out of the car, all of

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Sports & Competitions, USA

Iran judiciary confirms arrest of nuclear negotiator

TEHRAN, Iran — A member of Iran’s nuclear negotiation team was accused of espionage activities and arrested, the country’s judiciary confirmed Sunday. A spokesman for Iran’s judiciary, Gholamhosein Mohseni Ejehi, said at a news conference that a suspect had been released on parole but was still under investigation. “He is still in limbo and may

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International, USA

Donald Trump campaign: ‘Softening’ on illegal immigration more approach than policy

Donald Trump’s campaign manager said Sunday that the Republican presidential nominee is not backing off his tough stance on illegal immigration but is re-examining the need for a new deportation force. “He’s going to build the wall, no amnesty, no citizenship, no more sanctuary cities,” Trump campaign manager Kellyanne Conway said on “Fox News Sunday.”

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International, USA

Trump slips up on Twitter while trying to win black votes in Iowa

Washington (dpa) – Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump on Saturday continued his appeal to black voters in the largely white state of Iowa, describing African-American citizens living in US inner cities as “trapped.” However, Trump’s attempt to win African-American votes slipped up on Twitter where he was heavily criticized for appearing to insensitively use the

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USA

ISIS Fighters Say Trump Will Help Recruit New Followers

Islamic State group fighters are reportedly eager for Republican Donald Trump to win the White House so that they can use his rhetoric against Muslims to win over new followers. Foreign Affairs magazine analyzed Twitter users’ comments and interviewed people who recruit for the militant group also known as ISIS and found they overwhelmingly believe

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Middle East, USA