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Tropical storm heads for the Bahamas

Potential tropical cyclone may dump up to seven inches of rain on Bahamas, NHC warns.

US responds to Netanyahu sovereignty announcement

Senior US official: 'No change in United States policy at this time; We will release vision for peace after Israeli election.'

Hurricane Dorian to continue pummeling the Bahamas

South Carolina, Georgia, issue mandatory evacuation orders along coast as Hurricane Dorian prepares to turn towards the southeastern US.

US forces attack in Syria, leaving 40 dead

US attacks Al-Qaeda leaders in Syria who were 'responsible for attacks threatening US citizens,' US Dep. of Defense says.

Did US cyber-attack Iran to stop oil tanker hijackings?

After some tensions with oil tankers arose in Strait of Hormuz, US allegedly struck Iran with cyber attacks to prevent further incidents.

US denies entry to would-be Harvard student

Lebanese 'Palestinian' student denied entry to US after friends write anti-US Facebook posts.

Florida and Puerto Rico brace for Hurricane Dorian

Florida governor urges residents to prepare a week's worth of food, water, and medicine.

Trump cancels Denmark trip - over Greenland

US Pres. Trump cancels Denmark visit after Danish PM Frederiksen calls idea to purchase Greenland 'absurd.'

ICE officer who rammed protesters resigns

ICE officer who drove his truck into row of Jewish protesters resigns, investigation continues.

Israel hosts 'Mighty Waves' four-nation naval drills

Multinational 'Mighty Waves' naval training drill brought together forces from Israel, US, France, and Greece at Israel's Haifa port.

Jonathan Pollard: 'My wife is seriously ill, asking for help'

'I can't take care of my wife properly bec. I don't have freedom of movement. Esther fought for my life for 30 yrs., now it's my turn.'

Lapid: US should stay out of Israeli elections

"It's just the civil way of treating politics," Blue and White leader adds.

Could US move embassy back out of Jerusalem if Trump loses?

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Sestak also says he would rejoin the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, which Trump withdrew from in 2018.

Hezbollah warns Iran able to bombard Israel if war started

'When the Americans understand that war could wipe out Israel, they will reconsider,' Hassan Nasrallah says.

Are US and Israel forming their own NATO-like alliance?

Are US and Israel headed for defense pact? Implications could be far-reaching with serious consequences for each party if war takes place.

Israelis may soon no longer need visa to enter US

PM says he has discussed dropping visa requirement with Trump 'and we are moving forward, hoping that here too there will be good news.'

The richest person in at least 7 states is Jewish

Former three-term New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, 77, is the richest person in New York with a net worth of $58.3 billion.

US: 30% of minority Americans support refusing service to Jews

Nearly 1 in 5 Americans say small businesses should be able to refuse service to Jews, survey finds.

Parkland survivor: I've been targeted for assassination 7 times

David Hogg, a Parkland shooting survivor who became a leading gun activist says 'you eventually become desensitized to it.'

'Assad's interest: Iran outside Syria'

The former Israeli national security adviser talks about the importance of insisting on keeping Iran away from Israel's borders.

An unwanted guest in Montana

A Montana family returned home from an outing and found a black bear sleeping on the top shelf of a closet in their mudroom.

Report: US launched cyber attack against Iran

US targeted Iran's computers and systems responsible for missile attacks, report says.

Revealed: 'Deal of the century's' economic aspect

US peace plan aims to raise $50 billion, create one million jobs for Palestinian Authority Arabs.

Trump: I stopped the attack, it was not proportionate

'I am in no hurry,' says US President Donald Trump, 'our military is rebuilt, new, and ready to go.'

Report: US won't rule out military strike on Iran

Former US amb. Dan Shapiro warns Trump administration should think 'two or three times' before retaliating.

Trump gives Iran an ultimatum

US Pres. Trump promises to retaliate for downed drone if Iran doesn't initiate talks. Iran: Khamenei opposes talks with US.

Danger ahead: Iran’s rogue Revolutionary Guards

The confrontation between Iran and the US reaches new heights. Who will be the first to blink and be ready for compromise?

Why is Israel quiet about US troop influx in Mideast?

US flexes military power across Persian Gulf, showing Iran it is unafraid of confrontation. Why has Israel been silent?

Watch: 'Death=America' - Iranian music video

Video depicting Lady Liberty as skeleton holding menorah produced as part of Iran's 'Down with USA Grand Award' competition.

US, Argentina convene summit on Hezbollah

US and Argentina convene two-day regional summit about the persistent Hezbollah threat, ahead of 25th anniversary of AMIA attack.

Mexico looks south for help to block US-bound migrants

Mexico agreed to the US' immigration deal, but it may need its neighbors' help to implement it.

US Jewish community looks to defend itself as attacks rise

As the number of anti-Semitic incidents rises, twin efforts aim to prevent and recognize shootings, and arm worshipers.

Fake News? For Americans that's worse than terrorism

A Pew Research Center survey shows that Americans view fake news as a critical issue, worse than terrorism, climate change and racism.

Ocasio-Cortez: $10 trillion needed to combat climate change

'It’s not politically popular, people are going to call it unrealistic, and I just don’t think people understand how bad the problem is.'

China warns its citizens against visiting the US

In a jab to the US amid an escalating trade battle, China says that 'shootings, robberies and thefts have occurred frequently in the US.'

Need a US visa? You'll need to provide your social media names

New State Department guidelines require applicants provide social media info, phone numbers, and email addresses dating back five years.

Cold War deja vu? US says Russia is testing nuclear weapons

Head of the US Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) says that Russia will build up its nuclear weapons 'significantly' in the next decade.

World's smallest surviving baby released from hospital

Baby Saybie, born at 8.6 ounces, was released from a San Diego hospital weighing a healthy five pounds.

Iraq offers to mediate peaceful resolution between US and Iran

New efforts to ease tensions between U.S. and Iran.

Yeshivah students save the life of man with a swastika

A group of teenaged yeshivah students save a man with a swastika tattoo from drowning in a reservoir in Boston.

US issues 90-day license allowing business with Huawei

Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei promises company 'won't be affected' by US ban.

Report: Israel won't join US-Iran war unless attacked

New report says Israeli, US, officials held meeting to discuss tensions with Iran.

US birth rates hit 32-year low, not enough to replace population

A rate of 2.1 births is required for the younger generation to replace the aging population. The US has not reached this rate in 10 years.

CEO Jeff Bezos breaks ground at Amazon's $1.5 billion airport

The air cargo hub, slated to open in 2021, will 'get you your packages faster.'

Threats and sanctions: Battle of minds between the US and Iran

What we know (and don't know) about the state of US-Iran relations.

'Haredi couple' in Chicago exposed as Christian missionaries

The couple moved to the Jewish neighborhood of West Rogers Park a few months ago with a mission to influence Jews to adopt Christianity.

Is the tension between the US and Iran dangerous for Israel?

Iran continues to provoke the US, which is threatening the regime in Tehran. Will Iranian missiles land in Israel soon?

Israel drugmaker Teva vows to fight US price-fixing lawsuit

US states sue Israeli pharmaceutical giant Teva for leading 'marketwide collusion.'

Watch: Oklahoma man opens friend's door - is bitten by snake

Oklahoma man approaches his friend's door, unaware that a snake is wrapped around the lamp above the front door.

Pardoned former US soldier didn't recognize White House's number

Michael Behenna was convicted of unpremeditated murder in a combat zone of the 2008 killing of an unarmed Iraqi prisoner.

Iran: 'US sanctions are against international norms'

'This U.S. measure is against the international commitments of this regime. The United States will be responsible for the caused losses.'

Egyptian cleric on anti-Semitic rant: America, West are the Jews

'Conflict between Jews, Muslims started with Muhammad, who could defeat plots, traps, tricks of Jews and cleanse Medina of their "filth".'

Senior Israeli official:

Significant info about Iran attack preparations came from Mossad

Source notes info obtained by Mossad was transferred to US and formed basis for decision to bolster forces, including aircraft carrier.

US ambassadors on rocket attacks: Enough is enough!

In a joint statement published by a visiting US delegation, ambassadors express full support for Israel.

Boeing 737 crashes into Florida river

Plane carrying 143 people from Guantanamo Bay in Cuba to a military base in Jacksonville but ended up in the St. John's River.

Assange begins long legal battle to avoid extradition to U.S.

Assange may face extradition to Sweden as well if it reopens a rape case from one of Assange's alleged victims.

As survivors dwindle, US still pursues Holocaust restitution

State Dept envoy says issue of restitution still lingers. 'What do you do with property where the whole family was murdered?'

Palestinian to be deported from US over terror attack in Israel

Palestinian Arab terrorist convicted in Israel for bomb attack on bus to be deported from the US, court rules.

Congress members call for Israelis to have easier entry into US

Congress members push to allow Israel full participation in program allowing expedited entry for 'pre-approved, low-risk travelers.'

Analysis: Are Iran and the United States heading for war?

Reports of US Naval buildup near Middle East as Iran threatens shipping lanes in response to US sanctions.