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South Korea Says North Korea Has Launched Ballistic Missiles Toward the North’s Eastern Waters

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles toward the sea on Sunday, South Korea’s military said, the North’s latest weapons testing activity this year. South Korea’...

Iran fires on ships in Strait of Hormuz as Tehran imposes restrictions again

(AP) - Iran reversed its decision to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and fired on a tanker attempting to pass the waterway on Saturday. It also warned that it would continue to block transit through the s...

Are You Holding Your Phone or Is It Holding You? This 30-Day WhatsApp Challenge Will Reclaim Your Life

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By Rabbi Efrem GoldbergThe stories emerging today are nothing short of startling. In a recent report, individuals described as “screenmaxxers” openly admit to spending virtually every waki...

IDF Soldier Dies Of Injuries Sustained In Lebanon Booby-Trap Blast

JERUSALEM (VINnews) — BDE: The IDF announced on Saturday evening that Command Sergeant Major (Res.) Barak Kalfon succumbed to his wounds after being injured during combat in southern Lebanon. Kalfo...

Ex-NYPD Sergeant Freed From Jail While He Appeals His Conviction for Deadly Cooler Throw

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NEW YORK (AP) — A former New York City police sergeant can stay out of jail while he appeals his manslaughter conviction for tossing a picnic cooler at a fleeing suspect who then crashed his motorized...

Traffic and Trepidation in the Persian Gulf Could Keep Gasoline Prices From Dropping Quickly

NEW YORK (AP) — After U.S. President Donald Trump and Iran’s foreign minister said the Strait of Hormuz was fully open to commercial vessels after almost seven weeks of war, oil prices plunged 10% and...

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$13 Train Fare Spikes to $150 for World Cup Fans Attending Matches in New Jersey

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Sky-high ticket prices won’t be the only thing emptying the wallets of soccer fans attending World Cup matches at some U.S. venues this spring. Fans trying to get to MetLife Sta...

IDF Special Forces Seize Strategic Ridge in Southern Lebanon Minutes Before Hezbollah Ceasefire

JERUSALEM (VINnews) - Israeli troops carried out a last-minute special operation in southern Lebanon, seizing control of a strategic ridge just before a ceasefire with Hezbollah took effect, the Israe...

Westchester Community Rallies Behind Jewish Business Owner After Harassment Incident

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NEW YORK (VINnews) - Speaking to WABC-TV, a Westchester County pizzeria owner said he was targeted and harassed outside his shop because of his faith, prompting an outpouring of local support. ...

Trump Says U.S. Opposes Further Israeli Strikes in Lebanon

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(VINnews) - President Donald Trump said Friday that the United States does not support continued Israeli military strikes in Lebanon, signaling a sharper tone toward a longtime ally. In a social me...

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Despite War, 50,000 Run in Jerusalem Marathon

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JERUSALEM (JNS) - More than 50,000 participants registered for the 15th International Jerusalem “Winner” Marathon, held Friday under the theme “Am Yisrael Runs,” in an event marked by a more subdued a...

President Trump and Iran’s Foreign Minister Say the Strait of Hormuz Is Now Fully Open

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BEIRUT (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump and Iran’s foreign minister said Friday that the Strait of Hormuz is now fully open to commercial vessels. In a social media post, Trump said Iran announce...

Trump Touts Poll Showing Higher Favorability Than Tucker Carlson, Calls Commentator ‘Low IQ’

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(VINnews) - President Donald Trump on Friday pointed to a new poll showing stronger support among Republicans than former Fox News host Tucker Carlson, while launching a series of personal attacks aga...

Wanna Bet? Washington Steps up Scrutiny of Prediction Markets

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WASHINGTON (AP) — As the United States was preparing a daring mission to rescue an airman whose fighter jet was shot down by Iran, there was money to be made. Users on Polymarket, the world's large...

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House Extends Surveillance Powers Until April 30 After Late-Night Revolt Sinks GOP Plan

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The House early Friday approved a short-term renewal until April 30 of a controversial surveillance program used by U.S. spy agencies in a post-midnight vote after Republicans revolt...

Ford Recalls 1.4 Million F-150 Pickup Trucks to Fix a Gearshift Issue

(AP) - Ford is recalling almost 1.4 million of its F-150 pickup trucks in the U.S. because of a gearshift issue that may lead to the loss of control of vehicles and increasing the risk of a crash. ...

London Police, Some in Protective Clothing, Probe Discarded Items Near Israeli Embassy

LONDON (AP) — Police in London said Friday they were investigating an incident near the Israeli Embassy involving a number of discarded items. The Metropolitan Police said the embassy was not attac...

Understanding the Heter to Take a Haircut Today a la Brisk Chakiros

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NEW YORK- (VINNEWS/Rabbi Yair Hoffman) Among the fascinating anomalies in the halachos of Sefiras HaOmer is a permission first recorded in Minhagim Yeshanim MiDura: even though weddings are not held b...

Adelson Donates $40 Million to GOP Super PACs for Midterms

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WASHINGTON D.C (VINnews) - Miriam Adelson, a billionaire casino executive and major Republican donor, gave $40 million to two super PACs aligned with GOP congressional leaders in the first three month...

Trump Expected to Nominate Cameron Hamilton to Lead FEMA After His Firing Last Year

(AP) - President Donald Trump plans to nominate Cameron Hamilton, a former U.S. Navy SEAL whom the administration fired as the Federal Emergency Management Agency's acting leader last year, as FEMA's ...

Canada Post Taking Steps to Stop Home Mail Delivery

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VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — The government-owned corporation that delivers mail in Canada is taking steps to stop home delivery. Canada Post is initiating talks with 13 communities to begin ...

Federal Officials Order Flight Cuts at Chicago O’Hare to Reduce Airport Delays

(AP) - About 300 flights per day must be cut from the schedule at Chicago O’Hare International Airport on the busiest days this summer in an effort to reduce flight delays, federal officials announced...

Democrat Analilia Mejia Wins New Jersey Special Election for Us House Over Republican Joe Hathaway

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DENVILLE, N.J. (AP) — Democrat Analilia Mejia won a New Jersey special election for the U.S. House on Thursday, defeating Republican Joe Hathaway on a message of standing up to President Donald Trump....

Trump Urges Restraint From Hezbollah in Social Media Post

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WASHINGTON (VINnews) — President Donald Trump on Thursday called on Hezbollah to act with restraint, urging an end to violence. In a social media post, Trump said he hoped the group would “act nice...

Man With AR-Style Pistol Arrested at Aetna’s Connecticut Headquarters Without Incident

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A man carrying a backpack with an AR-style pistol inside was arrested Thursday after walking into health insurer Aetna's headquarters in Connecticut, police said. 🚨 Pre...

Pay Z: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Is Still Earning Rap Music Royalties, Tax Filings Show

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NEW YORK (AP) — New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is still making money from his short-lived career as a multilingual rapper, tax filings show. But the 34-year-old Democrat’s meteoric rise as a ce...

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Watch: Mounted NYPD Officer Apprehends Parolee in Upper West Side Purse-Snatching Case

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NEW YORK (VINnews) - A mounted New York City police officer arrested a woman on parole following a reported purse-snatching on the Upper West Side, authorities said. The incident happened late Wedn...

Trump Criticizes NYC Mayor Over Taxes and City Policies

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WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Thursday sharply criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, accusing him of mismanaging the city and driving residents away. In a social media post, Trump...

Trump Says Pope Should Grasp Iran Nuclear Risk

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(VINnews) - President Donald Trump said the pope is entitled to his views but should recognize what he called the danger of Iran obtaining nuclear weapons. Speaking at the White House, Trump emphas...

Jet Fuel Supplies Are Lagging. What Does That Mean for Airlines and Travelers?

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NEW YORK (AP) — A looming jet fuel shortage in Europe and Asia sparked by the Iran war and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz could further upend world travel within weeks if oil doesn't st...