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VIDEOS: Storm Byron Pummels Israel: Torrential Rain, Hypothermia Death, Rescues, and Widespread Damage

Winter storm Byron hammered Israel for a second straight day on Thursday, unleashing torrential rain, damaging winds, flooding, and dangerously cold temperatures that claimed at least one life and triggered a nationwide emergency response. A 53-year-old man was found dead in his Netanya apartment with signs of hypothermia, according to ZAKA. Paramedics arrived after a […]

Rep. Goldman, Noem Discuss Legal Status of Asylum Seekers

Rep. Dan Goldman: Immigrants with ongoing asylum applications are legally in this country? Noem: There are immigrants in this country with asylum applications Goldman: And they are legally here because it’s a lawful pathway, correct? Noem: It’s a lawful pathway.

Rep. McIver Accuses DHS of Abusing Power, Noem Responds

Rep. LaMonica McIver: Do you agree that using DHS resources to target members of congress is an abuse of power? Noem: Would you say that again? McIver: You would’ve heard me if you stopped talking and listened to my question.

US Envoy Huckabee: “Genocide Has Not Occurred in Gaza”

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee: To actually commit a genocide, you have to intentionally try to kill civilians. And not just kill civilians, but to kill all of the civilians within a particular area. That simply never happened in Gaza.

Israeli Navy, U.S. 5th Fleet Complete “Intrinsic Defender” Joint Exercise

The Israeli Navy and the U.S. 5th Fleet completed the “Intrinsic Defender” joint exercise, training over five days in the Mediterranean, Haifa Bay, Nahariya, and the Red Sea. The forces practiced mine and sabotage neutralization, maritime intrusion responses, diving and search operations, boarding scenarios, medical training, and coordinated air-maritime tracking using a U.S. P-8 Poseidon […]

MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell Announces 2026 Run for Minnesota Governor

BREAKING: MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell Officially Announces Run for Minnesota Governor. MyPillow founder and CEO Mike Lindell has announced he will run for Minnesota governor in 2026, challenging incumbent Gov. Tim Walz. Lindell filed the paperwork last week and has now made his bid official.

Judge Orders Immediate Release of Kilmar Abrego-Garcia

Federal Judge Orders the Immediate Release of Kilmar Abrego-Garcia A federal judge ordered the immediate release of Kilmar Abrego-Garcia, ruling he had been detained “without lawful authority.” Judge Paula Xinis said the absence of a removal order prevents the government from detaining him. Earlier this month, the government asked Judge Xinis to dissolve a ban […]

NATO Chief Rutte Urges Members to Boost Defense Against Russia

Nato Chief Mark Rutte, has urged member states to step up their defence efforts in a stark warning of the threat Russia poses to Europe. He made his comments in a keynote speech at a Munich security conference event in Berlin.

Israel Bans Smartphones in Elementary Schools Starting February

Israel to Ban Smartphones in Elementary Schools Israel will ban smartphone use in elementary schools during school hours starting February 2. Phones will be allowed only for supervised educational purposes, as part of a new policy aimed at reducing distractions and digital addiction. The Education Ministry will issue guidelines for enforcement, including warnings and possible […]

Taiwan Deputy FM Makes Quiet Visit to Israel to Boost Cooperation

Taiwan’s Deputy Foreign Minister Francois Wu quietly visited Israel in recent months as part of Taipei’s effort to deepen cooperation with Jerusalem. The unpublicized visit focused on expanding collaboration in areas such as defense, technology, and trade. According to the report, Taiwan and Israel emphasize shared democratic values and continue to strengthen ties across multiple […]

Winter Storm Floods Israel, Leaves One Dead and Several Rescued

A winter storm brought heavy rain and strong winds to parts of Israel, flooding roads and toppling trees. Emergency services rescued 14 people from vehicles trapped in floodwaters in the central region, and two girls were lightly injured when a tree fell at a school in Rishon Lezion. In Netanya, a 53-year-old man was found […]

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