Trump Admin Reportedly Working on Plan to Move 1 Million Gazans to Libya
The US administration of President Donald Trump is working on a plan to permanently relocate as much as one million Gazans to Libya, according to reports in US media.
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KSCVK and Devorah Benjamin will be hosting their annual auction on Sunday, May 25th. Will you be coming in person?
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El Al Will Consolidate South Florida Operations To Miami, Ditching Fort Lauderdale
El Al launched holiday service to Fort Lauderdale in September 2023, working up to twice weekly service in April 2024. That was great news for many of the growing Jewish communities in South Florida. Alas, the experiment is coming to an end.
US and China Agree to Slash Tariffs Temporarily After Trade Talks
The United States and China agreed Monday to a 90-day truce in their raging trade war — with each agreeing for now to slash reciprocal tariffs by over 100 percentage points, bringing China’s rate down to just 10%.
Speed Cameras Will Fine Drivers on NYC Bridges, Tunnels
Speed cameras will soon monitor construction zones on New York City’s bridges and tunnels, thanks to a law signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul.
Hamas Confirms: Israeli-American Hostage Edan Alexander to be Released
The Family of American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander says US Middle East Envoy Steve Witkoff has notified them that Hamas will release him from captivity.
Measles Outbreak Surpasses 1,000 Cases for the First Time in 30 Years
The country’s measles outbreak has surpassed 1,000 cases for the first time in 30 years, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed this week.
New Yorkers Won’t Have to Apply to Qualify for Inflation Refund Check
New Yorkers won’t have to do anything to receive an inflation refund check from the state, according to Gov. Kathy Hochul.
Trump Administration Restarts Involuntary Collections on Student Loan Debt
The Department of Education resumed collections on defaulted federal student loans on Monday and reminded colleges and universities of their “shared responsibility” to ensure taxpayers aren’t on the hook for unpaid debts.
Texas Governor Abbott Signs Landmark School Choice Legislation Into Law
Texas Governor Greg Abbott today signed Senate Bill 2, the landmark $1 Billion school choice program that is the largest day-one launch in the country, into law at the Governor’s Mansion in Austin.
New Yorkers to Receive Up to $400 From Inflation Refund Check
Inflation refund checks are coming to New Yorkers’ wallets once the $254 billion state budget is finalized, Gov. Kathy Hochul said on Tuesday.
Air Quality Warning Issued for NYC and Long Island as Wildfires in NJ Spread to More Than 13K Acres
An air quality warning has been issued for New York City and Long Island as the wildfire raging in neighboring New Jersey has exploded to 13,250 acres.
Need Help Cooling Your Home? These Benefits Can Help
The Cooling Assistance benefit helps eligible households buy and install an air conditioner or fan to help their home stay cool.
Student Loans in Default Will Be Referred to Debt Collection Next Month
The Department of Education announced Monday that it will resume collections on student loan debt next month, including by garnishing the wages of borrowers in default.
China Strikes Back, Raising Tariffs on US Goods From 84% to 125%
The nation’s move to raise its tariff on US imports from 84% to 125% marks its third retaliation as tensions between the two trade partners escalate.
DHS to Begin Screening Aliens’ Social Media Activity for Antisemitism
Today U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will begin considering aliens’ antisemitic activity on social media and the physical harassment of Jewish individuals as grounds for denying immigration benefit requests. This will immediately affect aliens applying for lawful permanent resident status, foreign students and aliens affiliated with educational institutions linked to antisemitic activity.
China Raises Retaliatory Tariffs on US to 84%
Chinese Commerce Ministry vows to ‘fight to the end’ in escalating trade war with US after Trump Administration raises tariffs on China to 104%.
Trump Raises Tariffs on China to 104%
The US is raising tariffs on China by another 50% to 104%, the White House announced today (Tuesday). The new tariffs are set to take effect at midnight tonight Eastern Standard Time.
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