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Sanders:

'Hamas and Netanyahu must go'

Speaking with CBS News, Senator Bernie Sanders drew a comparison between the bloodthirsty terror group and the Israeli leader: 'Hamas cannot run Gaza and Netanyahu cannot run Israel.'

'Hamas and Netanyahu must go'

PM to CBS News:

'Entering Rafah to achieve total victory over Hamas'

PM Netanyahu to CBS News: 'We’re going to enter Rafah. We will win this war and we will not stop until we achieve victory.'

'Entering Rafah to achieve total victory over Hamas'

Netanyahu to CBS:

'Trying to wipe out Hamas with minimal civilian casualties'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tells CBS News’ Norah O'Donnell that a deal to secure the release of hostages is closer than before.

'Trying to wipe out Hamas with minimal civilian casualties'

Biden to CBS:

'Israel has one of the finest fighting forces'

US President on "60 Minutes": Hamas must be eliminated but Israeli occupation of Gaza would "be a big mistake".

'Israel has one of the finest fighting forces'

Justice Min.: Judiciary is against most of the Israeli public

Justice Min. Levin to CBS: 'Judiciary is controlled by the elite, I want to balance its power.'

Justice Min.: Judiciary is against most of the Israeli public

Raisi:

'It should be investigated if the Holocaust happened'

In interview with "60 Minutes", Iranian President refuses to acknowledge Holocaust happened.

'It should be investigated if the Holocaust happened'

Biden won't commit to re-election bid

Biden tells “60 Minutes” he intends to run for re-election in 2024 but has not yet made a “firm decision.”

Biden won't commit to re-election bid

Jan 6, and when the media becomes the problem

The Greatest Show on Earth was telecast over at CNN, ABC, CBS, NBC, and all the ships at sea on Thursday. Did you miss it? Op-ed..

Jan 6, and when the media becomes the problem

CBS News to Americans: Save gas by driving slower

CBS told Americans to save by driving slower, reducing wind resistance, and limiting AC use despite record high prices on gas.

CBS News to Americans: Save gas by driving slower

Israel's population nears 10 million

Jewish Israelis comprise 73.9% of population, Arabs 21.1%, statistics show.

Israel's population nears 10 million

'We don't need another Asian in the cabinet'

Sen. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois says she was told 'You don’t really need any other Asians' in the Biden cabinet.

'We don't need another Asian in the cabinet'

NBA Hall of Famer: Dems, Republicans out to 'divide and conquer'

Former NBA star who's made a number of un-PC statements in the past slams politicians for caring about their pocketbooks more than citizens.

NBA Hall of Famer: Dems, Republicans out to 'divide and conquer'

World viewership of Prince Harry and Megan at 49.1 million

In the United States, the interview was seen by 17.8 million people on CBS.

World viewership of Prince Harry and Megan at 49.1 million

Meghan Markle: I had 'methodical' thoughts about suicide

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s “tell-all” interview with Oprah Winfrey airs on CBS.

Meghan Markle: I had 'methodical' thoughts about suicide

Biden: Trump should not receive intelligence briefings

Biden tells CBS News Trump should not receive intelligence briefings due to his "erratic behavior".

Biden: Trump should not receive intelligence briefings

Watch: U.S. surpasses 7 million, states relax restrictions

With more than 7 million infections in the U.S. Florida is lifting restrictions and New York is making outdoor dining a permanent fixture

Watch: U.S. surpasses 7 million, states relax restrictions

US official claims:

'Iran leader conditioned attack approval on deniability'

Still unreleased satellite photos show Iranian Revolutionary Guard preparing attack on Saudi oil facilities, US officials say.

'Iran leader conditioned attack approval on deniability'

Orthodox athlete to compete in LeBron James’ Million Dollar Mile

25-year-old Orthodox Jew from Florida one of the contestants in one of the final episodes of LeBron James' 'Million Dollar Mile'.

Orthodox athlete to compete in LeBron James’ Million Dollar Mile

CBS walks back claim Hamas rockets were fired at IDF targets

CBS corrects claim Hamas barrage of 500 rockets was fired at 'Israeli military' targets.

CBS walks back claim Hamas rockets were fired at IDF targets

CBS to produce Israeli thriller featuring 'Fauda' actors

Hollywood continues to snap up Israeli television. CBS to launch a new show in Israel starring actors from the hit 'Fauda'.

CBS to produce Israeli thriller featuring 'Fauda' actors

Press secretary slams report she intends to step down

'Does CBS know something I don't about my plans?'

Press secretary slams report she intends to step down

Netanyahu: Hamas paying Gazans to infiltrate into Israel

Netanyahu to CBS: Hamas pushing women and children into the line of fire. We won't talk to them as they seek our destruction.

Netanyahu: Hamas paying Gazans to infiltrate into Israel

CBS Vice President fired for Las Vegas massacre post

VP and lawyer for CBS stated that Las Vegas massacre victims do not deserve sympathy because 'country music fans often are Republicans.'

CBS Vice President fired for Las Vegas massacre post

US news outlets refuse to run Trump ad

News outlets refuse to run ad touting Trump's accomplishments, Lara Trump slams them for championing 1st amendment only when it suits them.

US news outlets refuse to run Trump ad

Israel Statistics Bureau:More students in college and university

Israel's Statistics Bureau records increase in number of students in higher education, with most of the increase from Arab sector.

Israel Statistics Bureau:More students in college and university

Study: Nearly half of Israeli Arabs suffer from depression

Physical, mental health poorer in Israeli Arab sector, in study released amidst debate on segregation in hospitals.

Study: Nearly half of Israeli Arabs suffer from depression

Foreign Ministry slams CBS 'chutzpah' for shocking headline

How did CBS news choose to portray an attack by heavily armed terrorists on Israeli police? Yes, you guessed it...

Foreign Ministry slams CBS 'chutzpah' for shocking headline

Israel vs media bias

Israel slams CNN, BBC: ‘False journalism, borderline incitement’

Government Press Office director complains to CNN and BBC for their appalling coverage of Jerusalem stabbing attack.

Israel slams CNN, BBC: ‘False journalism, borderline incitement’

Statistics: Israeli Muslim Growth Rate Declining

1.454 million Muslims live in Israel, and still have high fertility rates. However, growth has slowed significantly since 2000.

Statistics: Israeli Muslim Growth Rate Declining

Poll Reveals Most Israelis Recycle - When They Can

Bottle recycling is common in Israel, but other nationwide programs struggling in first survey of its kind.

Poll Reveals Most Israelis Recycle - When They Can

Analyst: Little Govt. Can Do to Spur Economic Growth

Because his coalition is so small, Binyamin Netanyahu's government doesn't have many options to promote the economy, said Moody's.

Analyst: Little Govt. Can Do to Spur Economic Growth

Teacher Burnout At Record High

One in four new teachers will switch professions within five years, Central Bureau of Statistics reveals.

Teacher Burnout At Record High

Israel's Population Grows 2% Over 2014 to 8.345 Million

Independence Day census: 176,000 babies were born and 32,000 people immigrated in 2014; Israel now has 6.251 million Jews.

Israel's Population Grows 2% Over 2014 to 8.345 Million

Israeli Workers Happier Than Their US Counterparts

Study shows Israeli workers are generally satisfied with their jobs, enjoy their work more than American workers.

Israeli Workers Happier Than Their US Counterparts

20% of Israelis Do Volunteer Work - And Are Happier for It

One out of every five Israelis - over a million people - volunteer, study shows; religious leading the way.

20% of Israelis Do Volunteer Work - And Are Happier for It

CBS: Cancer, Heart Disease Biggest Killers in Israel

More Israelis died from cancer in 2012, the latest year for which statistics were available, than from any other disease.

CBS: Cancer, Heart Disease Biggest Killers in Israel

How Many Arabs, Jews Live in Judea-Samaria?

Gap of over one million people in census data from Judea-Samaria population counts; experts accuse PA of falsifying, omitting information.

How Many Arabs, Jews Live in Judea-Samaria?

Didn't Participate in a Poll? You're Excused, Says New Law

Israel is set to eliminate an entire class of criminals - people who refuse to participate in polls of the Central Bureau of Statistics.

Didn't Participate in a Poll? You're Excused, Says New Law

Top 10% Make 8.5% More Than Bottom 10%, Numbers Show

Israel's poor are not getting ahead - but they are not falling behind, either, new numbers from the Central Bureau of Statistics show.

Top 10% Make 8.5% More Than Bottom 10%, Numbers Show

CBS: Israeli Muslim Birthrate Continues to Fall

According to the newest demographic studies, the birth rate of Israeli Muslims is continuing to fall, with 3.4 children per family in 2013.

CBS: Israeli Muslim Birthrate Continues to Fall

CBS: Elderly Poverty Still a Big Problem

Half the senior citizens 75 years or older have had to seek assistance from the government, statistics show.

CBS: Elderly Poverty Still a Big Problem

More Israeli Men Working in August than Ever

Mixed news as more men working, even as unemployment rises to 6.4% in August during Operation Protective Edge.

More Israeli Men Working in August than Ever

Most Popular Israeli Baby Name Last Year: Mohammed

Leftist newspaper Haaretz reveals statistics report didn't include Arab names.

Most Popular Israeli Baby Name Last Year: Mohammed

CBS: Worker Demand Up Almost 7% in May

Despite misgivings among economists, the May jobs report shows that Israel's economy is still robust.

CBS: Worker Demand Up Almost 7% in May

Ben Stein Calls to 'Stop Torturing Jonathan Pollard'

Commentator Ben Stein offers his thoughts on convicted spy Jonathan Pollard and a proposed Israeli-Palestinian peace agreement.

Ben Stein Calls to 'Stop Torturing Jonathan Pollard'

2013 a Bumper Crop Year for Cars, Statistics Show

There are more cars than ever on Israel's roads, which are already quite crowded, the Central Bureau of Statistics said.

2013 a Bumper Crop Year for Cars, Statistics Show

Statistics: Judea and Samaria Building Up 123.7%

Peace Now irked at the revelation, blames Netanyahu government; meanwhile, building is up all over Israel.

Statistics: Judea and Samaria Building Up 123.7%

Jews Happy to be Living in Jerusalem, Arabs Not So Much

The Central Bureau of Statistics released a slew of Jerusalem-related statistics, in honor of Jerusalem Day

Jews Happy to be Living in Jerusalem, Arabs Not So Much

More Jobs Available for Israeli Workers

While the U.S. and Europe suffer from ongoing unemployment, there were more jobs for Israelis, and workers earned more, at least nominally

More Jobs Available for Israeli Workers

Study: Ra'anana Residents Live Longest

If you want to live a long, healthy life in Israel, live in Ra'anana, a study by the Central Bureau of Statistics said

Study: Ra'anana Residents Live Longest

Jerusalem Still Israel's Largest Populated City

Jerusalem remains Israel’s largest city in terms of population, according to figures released by the Central Bureau of Statistics.

Jerusalem Still Israel's Largest Populated City

Israeli Ambassador: Jews Must Remain United in Support of Israel

Israeli Ambassador Michael Oren urged the Jewish people to remain united in support of the State of Israel.

Israeli Ambassador: Jews Must Remain United in Support of Israel

CBS's Ben Stein Warns of Second Holocaust

CBS’s Ben Stein warns that the Jewish people must heed the lessons of history in order to prevent another Holocaust from befalling it.

CBS's Ben Stein Warns of Second Holocaust

Erdan: Dagan's Statements a Danger to Israel

Minister Gilad Erdan: Former Mossad chief's remarks that Iran is 'rational' are a danger to Israel's security interests.

Erdan: Dagan's Statements a Danger to Israel

Former Mossad Chief: Iranian Regime is 'Rational'

Former Mossad Chief Meir Dagan tells CBS: Ahmadinejad is rational. Iran is considering all the implications of its actions.

Former Mossad Chief: Iranian Regime is 'Rational'

Israel's Cost of Living for Lower Class Higher in 2011

The cost of living for Israelis in the lower echelon was higher in 2011, statistics revealed in a government report released this week.

Israel's Cost of Living for Lower Class Higher in 2011

INN Goes Hollywood - Gets Mention in Top Rated CBS Series

Arutz Sheva goes to Hollywood, with a prominent mention on the CBS series "The Good Wife."

INN Goes Hollywood - Gets Mention in Top Rated CBS Series

58 Percent of Jewish Israelis are Religious or 'Traditionalist'

Census stats: 33 percent of Jews are religious, another 25 percent see themselves as "traditionalist but not so religious."

58 Percent of Jewish Israelis are Religious or 'Traditionalist'