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Americans Are Fat, Reports Gallup ‘Well-Being Index’

Call it overweight or call it obese, but in old-fashioned English, American are fat – in all 50 states, says Gallup’s “well-being index.”

Americans Are Fat, Reports Gallup ‘Well-Being Index’

14-Years-Old, Orthodox and Leading in 'America's Got Talent'

Edon Pinchot, a 14-year-old orthodox singer, has advanced to the semi-finals on “America’s Got Talent,” after receiving a standing ovation.

14-Years-Old, Orthodox and Leading in 'America's Got Talent'

Pleas for Orthodox Jewish American Detained in Bolivia

The Orthodox Jewish community has been rallying support for Jacob Ostreicher, a Jewish American who is being detained in a Bolivian prison.

Pleas for Orthodox Jewish American Detained in Bolivia

Iranian Flies Israel Flag Outside Manchester Home

Ali Ramezan fled the Islamic Republic and now flies an Israeli flag outside of his home in Manchester.

Iranian Flies Israel Flag Outside Manchester Home

George Washington Attacked Bigotry in Letter to Jewish Community

A letter against bigotry and written by George Washington to the Jewish community will be featured at an exhibit for religious freedom.

George Washington Attacked Bigotry in Letter to Jewish Community

CIA Thwarts New Al-Qaeda Underwear Bomb Plot

The CIA thwarted a plot by al Qaeda's affiliate in Yemen to destroy a U.S.-bound airliner using a sophisticated new bomb.

CIA Thwarts New Al-Qaeda Underwear Bomb Plot

Israel Basher 'Secures Big Cash for Obama Campaign'

Self-described “Muslim Palestinian” with long history of anti-Israel sentiments reportedly raising funds for Obama.

Israel Basher 'Secures Big Cash for Obama Campaign'

Israeli Runs for US Congress

Born in New York and raised in Israel, Itamar Gelbman is running in the May 29 Republican Primary in Texas’s Sixth Congressional District.

Israeli Runs for US Congress

J Street: In Event of War We Won't Necessarily Support Israel

J Street said that in the event that war broke out involving Israel, it would not necessarily support the Jewish state.

J Street: In Event of War We Won't Necessarily Support Israel

New York Times Ad Slams BDS

An ad placed in the New York Times on Wednesday accused BDS supporters of contributing to anti-Semitism worldwide.

New York Times Ad Slams BDS

American Nazi Party's First Lobbyist in Washington

John Bowles registered with House and Senate offices as a representative of “ANP,” the American Nazi Party.

American Nazi Party's First Lobbyist in Washington

Obama Intentionally Leaking Israeli Intelligence Information?

Bolton accuses Obama administration of intentionally leaking highly sensitive Israeli intelligence information.

Obama Intentionally Leaking Israeli Intelligence Information?

Demonstration of Israel-U.S. Bond on Basketball Court

Atlanta Hawks were presented with Maccabi jerseys in demonstration of close bond between Israel and America on basketball court.

Demonstration of Israel-U.S. Bond on Basketball Court

Papal Visit Elicits Hope for Freedom of Alan Gross

Wife of Alan Gross expressed hope that the visit of Pope Benedict XVI to Cuba would help bring about her husband’s release.

Papal Visit Elicits Hope for Freedom of Alan Gross

Israeli Self-Defense Teaches American Women to Defend Themselves

The Krav Maga Israeli self-defense technique is teaching Americans how to defend themselves in case of an attack.

Israeli Self-Defense Teaches American Women to Defend Themselves

Swastikas Found at Two U.S. Universities

In most recent acts of anti-Semitism against Jewish students, swastikas found at State University of New York, Washington University.

Swastikas Found at Two U.S. Universities

Alan Gross' Wife Hopes Cuba Will Reciprocate Act of Goodwill

In response to decision to temporarily release a Cuban spy, Rene Gonzalez, wife of Alan Gross says she hopes for reciprocal act of goodwill.

Alan Gross' Wife Hopes Cuba Will Reciprocate Act of Goodwill

JStreet and Media Matters: Same Funding, Similar Ideas

Bill Benter, prominent supporter of JStreet, is also financing the left-leaning Media Matters, widely accused of anti-Semitism.

JStreet and Media Matters: Same Funding, Similar Ideas

Hacker Group ‘Anonymous’ Threatens AIPAC

Hackers: "We’re calling for an occupation of AIPAC and the destruction of their websites"; "Expect us or perish."

Hacker Group ‘Anonymous’ Threatens AIPAC

Bolton: Obama's Policy on Iran Like Sleepwalking Past the Grave

Bolton: President Obama is unwilling or unable to size-up the threat of Iran obtaining nuclear weapons.

Bolton: Obama's Policy on Iran Like Sleepwalking Past the Grave

Eric Cantor: Obama Trying to 'Micromanage' Israel

Addressing AIPAC, House Majority Leader accused Obama of sending “mixed messages” to Israel’s enemies.

Eric Cantor: Obama Trying to 'Micromanage' Israel

Sharansky: US Was Willing to Fight for Shared Vales

Sharansky: In Soviet Russia I sought comfort in knowing that the U.S. was willing to exert power in defending our shared vales.

Sharansky: US Was Willing to Fight for Shared Vales

Video Blasts Obama's Commitment to Israel

The Emergency Committee for Israel has come out with a video blasting Obama’s commitment to ensuring the security of the State of Israel.

Video Blasts Obama's Commitment to Israel

As AIPAC Conference Gets Underway, so do Efforts to 'Occupy' it

The 'Occupy AIPAC' movement, which hijacked the ‘Occupy’ brand name, began on March 2 and is scheduled to persist throughout the weekend.

As AIPAC Conference Gets Underway, so do Efforts to 'Occupy' it

Bolton: Israeli PM Won't Get a Cup of Coffee at the White House

Bolton says upcoming meeting between Netanyahu and Obama is going to be “very unpleasant,” but unavoidable.

Bolton: Israeli PM Won't Get a Cup of Coffee at the White House

NJ Gov. Christie: “I admire Israel for the enemies it has made”

NJ Governor: "America should stand by its friends and its democratic allies, even, and sometimes especially, when it’s unpopular to do so."

NJ Gov. Christie: “I admire Israel for the enemies it has made”

Netanyahu's Visit to the US: A diplomatic warning?

Netanyahu to speak at AIPAC policy conference - a diplomatic warning to Obama with regards to Israel's subsequent actions against Iran?

Netanyahu's Visit to the US: A diplomatic warning?

How Jewish Community Leaders Are Made

For those worried about the future leadership of Jewish communities, the story of 29 year old David Goodman should put their minds at ease.

How Jewish Community Leaders Are Made

Gaza Rally in Memory of Bin Laden: ‘US Enemy of Allah'

Recent rallies in Hamas-controlled Gaza featured speakers shouting, “Bin Laden shattered Crosses” and “America is the enemy of Allah.”

Gaza Rally in Memory of Bin Laden: ‘US Enemy of Allah'

Study: PA Double-Dealing against Israel and US Congress

A study by a Boston-based think tank shows that America's military aid to the Palestinian Authority presents a clear threat to Israel's security.

Study: PA Double-Dealing against Israel and US Congress

Pollard's Attorney: Govt. is Hiding Dark Secrets

Jonathan Pollard's attorney slams latest report as 'another cover-up,' says government is hiding 'dark secrets' from the Israeli public.

Pollard's Attorney: Govt. is Hiding Dark Secrets

Bibi: Israel-PA Talks by October

PM Netanyahu says Israel will resume talks with the PA by October, PA negotiators accuse Bibi of “threatening two-state solution.”

Bibi: Israel-PA Talks by October

Clinton: US to Call for Stricter Iran Sanctions If Talks Fail

The United States will call for stricter sanctions on Iran if diplomacy fails, says Clinton. Mullen: Iranian bomb would be “very destabilizing.”

Clinton: US to Call for Stricter Iran Sanctions If Talks Fail