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The Shmuz: Not the America I grew up in

ISIS calls for terror attacks in US on election day
ISIS calls for terror attacks against US voters on election day, hopes elections will be a 'dreadful calamity.'

US to face Hague war crimes investigation?
Foreign Policy magazine claims that International Criminal Court at the Hague is considering investigating US war crimes in Afghanistan.

'Largest gathering in history' of Israel-Americans
The Israeli-American Council is teaming up every person it can muster for its massive conference in Washington D.C.

Trump calls foul as media brushes off Clinton's 'pay-for-play'
While the media portrays Trump as 'sullen and erratic', Trump points out the hypocrisy of burying reports of Clinton back-scratching.

Watch: A survivor's forgiveness
How a Holocaust survivor reacted when he met his best friend - who was responsible for the deaths of his wife and child.

Watch: Bloomberg says Trump is 'conning' America
Watch: Independent Mike Bloomberg endorses Democrat Hillary Clinton as the United States' next president.

'We need a UN that brings Israel closer, not pushes it away'
Ambassador David Pressman of the United States UN delegation criticizes UN treatment of Israel, calls for change of attitude

Poll: Americans Believe ISIS 'Greatest Threat' to US
In Gallup poll asking what the biggest threat to the US is today, ISIS won by a 84% landslide; Iran in second spot.

US Still Iran's 'Number One Enemy' Despite Obama Cozying
Iranian Revolutionary Guards declare 'US is still great Satan,' even as US officials reveal Obama's secret communications.

Obama 'Can't Buy Control of Israel With Military Aid'
MK Danon fires back at US criticism of Jerusalem building, after White House cites Iron Dome in spat with Netanyahu.

'Israel's Most Bitter Western Enemy is America'
After particularly harsh condemnation of Jerusalem building, attorney Sheftel warns Obama will condemn Tel Aviv building next.

Netanyahu Hits Back at US Criticism in Foreign Press
PM says criticism of Jewish home buying would 'cause uproar' if not in Jerusalem to world press - hasn't spoken in Israeli media for years.

US, UN 'Strongly Support' Israel-Hamas Ceasefire
Kerry calls deal 'an opportunity, not a certainty,' says in next stage 'our eyes are wide open,' UN's Ban urges peace deal.

US Still 'Can't Determine if Hamas is Responsible' for Murders
US State Dept. admits investigation indicates Hamas is behind the abduction but doesn't point fingers, reiterates call for 'restraint.'

Sudan Summons US Ambassadors over Christian Woman
US and South Sudan issue 'criminal' travel documents to woman re-arrested after 'apostasy' death sentence lifted.

Relax, Israel, America Doesn't Care

America: Boy Shoots Brother in Gun Tragedy
An 8-year-old boy was killed after his brother mistook a real gun for a toy.

Kerry: Ukraine Conflict Not America Versus Russia
Despite separatist threat of ethnic-Russian Ukrainians and Western leanings of interim govt., Kerry denies it's West versus East.

Iranian Hackers Bring Down Website of World's Largest Casino
Hackers target a company owned by pro-Israel Jewish businessman Sheldon Adelson, apparently over his criticism of Iran.

'US Plans Auschwitz Borders To Complete Holocaust'
Attorney Yoram Sheftel notes American and European complicity in the Holocaust, warns against submitting to current pressure.

US Refrained from Bombing Auschwitz 'To Avoid Jewish Influx'
Historian Rafael Medoff's research shows how repeated pleas to bomb camps were ignored intentionally.

Record-Breaking Cold Snap Freezes the Midwest
Polar vortex hits the US: Temperatures reach record lows, with windchill in some areas as low as -76F (-60 C).

Actor Paul Walker Dies in Car Crash
Star of Fast and Furious movies killed in single-vehicle crash in California.

Israeli Hassidic Leader Arrested in Monsey
Head of Shomrei Emunim sect accused of lying on his visa application.

Israeli, US Reps Continue Public Fight for Support in Iran Deal
Jewish Home representatives continue to visit US in lobby to Congress over Iran deal; Shapiro rallies Israeli support through Israeli media.

Brooklyn: Anti-Semitic Attacks Continue in 'Game' to Hurt Jews
Brooklyn rabbi cites rise in similar anti-Semitic attacks as a 'game' by local gangs to 'knock out the Jew'. Police: 8 attacks since Sept.

Analysis: US Rushing Iran Deal, Selling Out Allies
US-based analysts comment that America is rushing an Iran nuclear deal turning its back on allies, analyst notes nuclear arms race danger.

Despite Setbacks, America Still Defines Freedom

US Removing Navy From Mid-East As Russia Enters
US recalls aircraft carrier and destroyer from Middle East as Russia sends warships, signals shift in military influence.

Kerry: US Sees Jewish Judea and Samaria as 'Illegitimate'
After months of speculation about US stance on issue, Kerry confirms that US is against Jewish presence in Judea and Samaria.

Ex-Mossad Head: Obama Spies on Us, Too
The White House listens to Israel’s calls, former Mossad head says. ‘When they think they need to bug phones, they do it.’

Revealed: US Nearly Dropped Nuclear Bomb on North Carolina
Secret documents published by British paper show the US Air Force nearly detonated a nuclear bomb over North Carolina.

US Concerned Over American Citizens Fighting in Syria
Up to 60 American citizens are fighting on behalf of Syrian rebels; intelligence agencies concerned about the day after.

Obama in Pro-Strike Media Blitz
U.S. President fights to bring the American public on-side regarding military intervention in Syria.

Anti-Israel Author Disinvited from University Event
University of Michigan disinvites author Alice Walker, who compares Israel to Nazi Germany. Was money a factor?

Fort Hood Killer Seeks Death, ‘I Could Still be a Martyr’
Documents show Fort Hood shooter is trying to get himself the death penalty.

Release of Benghazi Terror Suspect Raises Questions
Libya releases key terror suspect allegedly involved in planning the Sept. 11 terrorist attack on US diplomatic mission in Benghazi.

Snowden Affair Fuels 'Friction' Between US, Russia
Russia’s refusal to extradite former intelligence contractor Edward Snowden to US authorities has created additional "friction" in relations

Britain Bars US Anti-Islam Activists from Entering Country
Great Britain has barred American anti-Islam activists, including Pamela Geller, from entering the country, labeling them “extremists”.

Cuban Spy Released By US Urges Talks with Havana
US and Cuba should hold serious talks on release of imprisoned American, said Cuban spy released from American prison.

Bridge Collapse on US-Canada Road
A bridge on the main route from Seattle to Vancouver collapses, sending commuters into water.

Republican Women: Wake Up to Danger of Radical Islam
Republican women hold conference on the dangers of radical Islam. ‘Wake up, America!’

Professor: Our Boycott and Sanctions Campaign is Growing
Arutz Sheva speaks to one of the U.S. professors seeking to boycott Israel, and asks why.

Kerry: Slain Diplomat 'Smart, Capable, Eager to Serve'
Secretary of State John Kerry paid tribute to American female diplomat who was among six NATO personnel killed in two attacks in Afghanistan

Aurora Gunman May Plead Guilty to Avoid Death Penalty
The suspected gunman in America's Aurora theater massacre may plead guilty in exchange for avoiding the death penalty.

Obama Names Female Secret Service Director
US agency gets its first female director, Julia Pearson.

Director of Anti-Israel Film Detained in LA
The PA-based director of a film condemning Israel is detained in an LA airport.

Hackers Broadcast Zombie Apocalypse Alert on US Television
Hackers caused a bizarre alert in the state of Montana by broadcasting a warning about zombies attacking the living.

Obama to Disclose Secret Drone War Guidelines to Lawmakers
Obama will grant lawmakers access to documents outlining legal justification for strikes against citizens who are terrorists.

Turkish Police Arrest 11 Over Murder of American Woman
Turkish police arrested 11 people over the murder of an American woman who disappeared while visiting Istanbul last month.

RJC: Hagel Appointment Would Be 'Slap in the Face' to Israel
RJC said appointment of former Senator Chuck Hagel as Secretary of Defense would be a "slap in the face" to all pro-Israel Americans.

Syria Says it has 'Serious Fear' it is Being Framed
Syria says it has 'serious fears that the United States is seeking to frame the country for using chemical weapons.

Top General Warns: African Al-Qaeda to 'Export' Violence to US
U.S. General Carter Ham urged a global fight against Al-Qaeda terrorist group based in Africa, saying it could "export violence" to the West

Oren: Israel is a 'Real Country', Not an 'Issue'
Amb. Oren: American Jewry must overcome bitter divisiveness stemming from Israel being seen “as an issue" rather than “a real country.”

500 Rabbis Call for Release of Jailed US Contractor Alan Gross
The wife of jailed American contractor Alan Gross and 500 rabbis from around the world continue to appeal to Havana on his behalf.

Obama Renews 33-Year-Old State of Emergency Against Iran
Obama renewed America's 33-year-old state of emergency, first announced by President Carter following '79 Islamic Revolution

For Pakistani Flag Industry, Obama Victory May Be Encouraging
For those selling U.S. flags to burn at protests in Pakistan, Obama's victory may provide encouraging news.

Hurricane Sandy Sinks Ship, 2 Missing
The HMS Bounty, a tall ship, went down near Cape Hatteras. Fourteen were rescued, two still missing.
