The U.S. trade deficit in goods and services narrowed sharply to $29.4 billion in October, the lowest monthly level since 2009, according to new Commerce Department data. The decline came as imports fell 3.2% while exports rose 2.6%, a shift partly driven by tariffs imposed under Donald Trump. Despite the improvement, the overall trade deficit […]
An unusual incident occurred on Wednesday when a bochur from Ponevezh Yeshivah was detained by police forces and transferred to military police. Initial reports claimed that he was arrested on the way to Meron following a dispute with his driver, but the Ezram U’Meginam spokesperson clarified that the arrest actually took place inside a recruitment […]
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he plans to meet with Danish officials next week after the Trump administration doubled down on its intention to take over Greenland, the strategic Arctic island that is a self-governing territory of Denmark. Since the capture of former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, President Donald Trump has revived his argument that the […]
Josh Shapiro is expected to announce today that he will seek a second term as Pennsylvania governor, following a first term that elevated his national profile and fueled talk of potential future presidential ambitions. Shapiro plans to make the formal announcement at events in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia.
Israel has proposed using Palestinian Authority clearance revenues it is withholding to fund rubble-clearing projects in Gaza, according to a PA official. Ramallah rejected the idea, calling the funds “stolen” and saying Israel has no right to use them for rebuilding damage caused during the war. The PA official added that Israel also suggested using […]
Surveillance footage shows three suspects rushing into a bodega in the Longwood section of the Bronx, where the clerk was held at gunpoint during an armed robbery.
Dozens of youths set fire to Palestinian vehicles in the village of Dayr Sharaf, near Shechem. Two Palestinians were injured and taken to the hospital. IDF troops detained three suspects and transferred them to the Police for questioning.
Rep. Steny Hoyer of Maryland, the longest-serving Democrat in Congress and once a rival to become House speaker, will announce Thursday he is set to retire at the end of his term. Hoyer, who served for years in party leadership and helped steer Democrats through some of their most significant legislative victories, is set to […]
Why This Raffle? R’ Mendy Rosenberg z”l was a devoted Hatzolah member who saved lives and helped thousands. After being diagnosed with ALS, he endured years of suffering — yet still completed the entire Shas, inspiring Klal Yisrael with his strength and faith. He left behind his wife and five children. Mendy’s Legacy Fund helps […]
Businesses across multiple regions of Iran are shut today as part of ongoing protest actions, including in major cities such as Tehran, Tabriz, and Mashhad, as unrest enters its 12th day.
The Syrian Army announced a new “military operation” in the Kurdish-majority neighborhoods of Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh in Aleppo, northern Syria. Heavy clashes are currently reported between Syrian government forces and Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).
US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker: “The President has emphasized how the first priority of this foreign policy is the Western Hemisphere… and I think this [oil] deal that’s now taking shape… I think is a brilliant idea. Buying American products enhances our business and our industry.”
US Attorney Bill Essayli on fraud in California: “We already charged millions of dollars in fraud. I can tell you, more charges are coming, probably as soon as this month — and that’s just the tip of the iceberg.”
VP VANCE: “We believe that there is a nationwide fraud ring that’s rooted in illegal aliens and others taking advantage of the American welfare system. We’re going to get to the root of it, and anybody who’s involved is going to get prosecuted.”
BREAKING: Rep. Steny H. Hoyer announced he will not seek reelection, bringing to a close a nearly six-decade career in elected office, including two decades as the House Democratic leader’s No. 2.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Beirut for meetings with Lebanese officials. Speaking at Rafik Hariri International Airport, Araghchi addressed tensions with Israel, saying Iran is “fully prepared for any scenario.” He added, “We do not seek war, but we are ready for it, and we are also ready for negotiations based on mutual […]
