Elul 26, 5776, 9/29/2016
In today's headlines: תג בכותרות
US & Canada Jared Kushner lauds Ivanka's record on women’s issuesJared Kushner praises his wife Ivanka Trump for raising issues pertaining to women and families at the Republican National Convention. Most Americans believe Clinton won first debateReuters/Ipsos poll finds 56% of Americans believe Clinton won the first debate - but that doesn't help change their view of her. Congress rejects Obama's veto of 9/11 billFor the first time in Obama's tenure, Congress overwhelmingly rejects his veto of a bill. 9/11 victims will now be permitted to sue Saudis. ‘Todah rabah, Shimon’: Obama offers passionate farewell to PeresPresident Obama, Clinton family praise former President Peres following announcement of his death. 'He was a dreamer'. FBI: New York bomber acted aloneFBI director tells Senate that Ahmad Khan Rahami was not part of a larger terror cell. Iran a contentious issue in first Clinton-Trump debateThe Iran nuclear deal was a key topic of contention in the first presidential debate. Obama names ambassador to CubaObama nominates Jeffrey DeLaurentis to be the first U.S. ambassador to Cuba. Congress unlikely to approve nomination. Neo-Nazi fliers dumped in Jacksonville neighborhoodFliers dropped in Jacksonville, Florida, say Jews are 'plotting the minds of our government', calling to 'take America back from the Jews.' FBI investigating hacking of Democrats' mobile phonesFBI is investigating suspected attempts to hack mobile phones used by Democratic Party officials.First debate of 2016 the most-watched everMore than 80 million people tuned in to see Clinton and Trump square off, making it the most-watched debate in American history. Houston shooter was wearing Nazi uniformShooter who injured 9 in Houston mall was wearing a military uniform with a Nazi insignia. Terror victim remembers Clinton's 'inhuman coldness'Yossi Tzur recounts terror families' humiliating experience with then-senator Clinton, as contrasted with Rudy Giuliani. Public, pundits react to first presidential debateCNN poll shows Americans by margin of 2-1 believe Clinton won debate. Watch: Jerusalem Mayor meets Pollard in New YorkMayor Nir Barkat meets with Jonathan Pollard on the streets of Manhattan. House introduces anti-Nazi billBill to facilitate the return of Nazi-looted artworks to their original owners or heirs introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. ISIS recruit from California sent to 30 years in prisonCalifornia man sentenced to 30 years in prison for his conviction on charges he sought to join ISIS in Syria. Trump and Clinton - Head to headWatch the first debate between the two presidential candidates at Hofstra University in New York. Arutz Sheva reporter live at the scene. Watch: Debate 2016 behind the scenesWatch Arutz Sheva’s live Facebook broadcast from behind the scenes at the Hofstra University debate.Senate to override Obama's veto of 9/11 victims' billSenate to vote on Wednesday to override veto of legislation that would allow 9/11 victims to sue the government of Saudi Arabia. American intellectuals against Judea and Samaria Jews70 American intellectuals call for a targeted boycott of all goods and services from Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria. Adelson to give $25 million to super PAC derailing ClintonCasino magnate will reportedly contribute as much as $25 million to the Future 45 fund. Watch: Netanyahu buys books in ManhattanBetween his meeting with Obama, the UN speech and his meetings with Trump and Clinton, Netanyahu bought some books at a New York store. UN ambassador Danon wants kosher food at UN cafeteriasA new initiative by Israel’s UN Ambassador Danny Danon has UN restaurants putting kosher food on the menu. Former UN ambassador: We have no better partner than USArutz Sheva catches up with Ron Prosor, former Israeli Ambassador to the UN, to speak about Israel-US relations ahead of US election. Presidential error at the UNUS president Barak Obama called Judea and Samaria 'Palestinian land' in contravention of the Oslo accords and international law. Moments before the debate: Trump leads in pollsNew Bloomberg poll shows Trump rising, now leading Hillary by 2%. However, people expect Clinton to win the debate. Netanyahu: I'm sure alliance with the US will only get strongerPrime Minister Netanyahu tweets that he's 'more convinced than ever' that Israel-US bond will remain strong after elections. Expert: 'In a tight campaign, debates may prove decisive'Expert on US politics speaks about the importance of debates and gives his tactical recommendations for the candidates. 9 injured in Houston mall shootingMan shoots at cars in shopping center in Houston, Texas. 9 injured, 1 critically and 1 seriously. Shooter was shot dead at the scene. US Muslims to Hamas: Return missing soldiersIn heartfelt letter to Khaled Mashal, 10 leaders of Muslim community in US call for return of the bodies of Hadar Goldin and Oron Shaul. Muslims speak out against Islamic extremism'We are the forefront of a major national campaign,' says Rabbi Marc Schneier. Chuck Schumer: Anti-Semitism in too many European homes'The Jewish people can never put the fate of Israel in the hands of Europe in any way.' says New York Senator. Trump leads in Colorado and Ohio, nearly tied in PennsylvaniaGOP nominee continues slow rise in battleground states ahead of Monday night debate. Clinton: I'll oppose unilateral initiatives against IsraelIsraeli Prime Minister thanks Democratic presidential nominee for her support for Israel in meeting at the W Hotel in New York. California Governor signs anti-BDS bill into lawCalifornia becomes latest state to pass legislation against the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement. Maccabee Task Force helps students fight for IsraelDavid Brog, CEO of the Maccabee Task Force, explains how his organization helps pro-Israel students fight BDS. Trump pledges to recognize Jerusalem as united capital of Israel'Jerusalem is the eternal capital of the Jewish people.' Trump, Netanyahu meet in New YorkIsraeli Prime Minister meets with Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump on Sunday, ahead of similar meeting with Hillary Clinton. Washington State mall shooter ID'd as Turkish immigrantShooter killed five in mall outside of Seattle on Friday. Anthony Weiner investigated for graphic texting to minorFormer congressman and husband of senior Clinton aide Huma Abedin could face criminal charges for sharing graphic content with 15-year old. Anticipation runs high leading up to first presidential debateDebates have had a major impact in past elections, so the two candidates are taking them very seriously; LA Times poll puts Trump up 4%. 8 wounded in shooting in BaltimoreEight people, including a three-year-old, suffer non life-threatening injuries in Baltimore shooting, which police believe was premeditated. Philadelphia woman planned to leave children, join ISISShe sought a jihadist husband and wished to commit a suicide attack. New York Times praises Clinton, dumps TrumpAs expected, the NYTimes calls Clinton best candidate, capable of handling all challenges; says her mistakes are 'help desk' errors. Trump advisor against expelling JewsTrump advisor negates claim that sovereignty in Judea and Samaria would ruin Israel's Jewish identity. Netanyahu to meet Trump, Clinton in New YorkAnalysts say the Israeli premier is trying to avoid any impression of interfering in the American electoral campaign. Ted Cruz endorses Donald TrumpIn a change of stance, Texas Senator who challenged Trump for the Republican nomination endorses him for the presidency. Watch: Full 'Hovevei Zion' conferenceWatch the "Hovevei Zion" conference led by Dr. Joe Frager and attended by Minister Ayelet Shaked and Ambassador John Bolton. Pollard: The nation is with meWatch: Pollard says health improved, does not believe he will be allowed to visit Israel. Holocaust historian will 'quit US' if Trump is electedHistorian threatens to leave US if Trump is elected, but says Hillary has "a tendency to lie and to hide things." 'How does Obama like his coffee? Weak like him?'Zach Galifianakis hosts Hillary on his show to ask her some very pressing questions: 'As secretary, how many words per minute do you type?' Study shows Jewish vote could play crucial role in key statesConcentrations of Jewish voters in states like Pennsylvania and Florida may be the difference in the upcoming US elections. Trump's second wife is a Christian who keeps kosher and ShabbatDonald Trump’s ex-wife Marla Maples is a Christian who keeps the Jewish Sabbath and eats kosher. After bombings, New Yorkers cop an Israeli attitudeNew Yorkers show resilience after recent explosions. 'Threat of imminent attack on US Jews is real'Deputy Homeland Security Secretary paints grim picture of Jewish communities' vulnerability to terrorism, says leaders not doing enough. 'My workers survived by keeping Shabbat'Daniel Peretz, the owner of a store and furniture gallery in the heart of Manhattan, tells how Shabbat observance saved his life. Clinton and Trump criticize Tulsa police shootingThe two rival candidates for presidency, Donald Trump and Hilary Clinton, both react sharply to police killing of a black citizen in Tulsa. |
