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Biden Reaches $6B Deal To Free Americans In Exchange For Jailed Iranians: Report
President Biden reportedly secured a $6 billion deal to free Americans in exchange for jailed Iranians. The New York Times first reported about the prisoner swap agreement Thursday. Once five Americans imprisoned in Iran are allowed to return to the United States, the Biden administration is said to have agreed to release a handful of Iranian […]
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Emergency Extraction: 204 Israeli Citizens and Aliyah Candidates Rescued from Northern Ethiopia
One hundred and seventy-four Israeli citizens and people eligible for aliyah were rescued today (Thursday, 10 August 2023), from the city of Gondar. At the same time, 30 Israeli citizens were rescued from the city of Bahir Dar in northern Ethiopia. A total of 204 Israeli citizens and people eligible for aliyah were rescued in […]
How to Voice Your Opinions to the State Regarding the Proposed BGE Rate Increases
Baltimore, MD – Aug. 10, 2023 – Baltimore Gas & Electric (BGE) is proposing a rate increase over the next three years to replace aging infrastructure, requiring approval from the Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC). A small group recently gave public comments virtually, and another hearing is scheduled for August 23. Those interested in commenting […]
Real Kosher Ice Cream (Klein's) Recalls Soft Serve on the Go Cups Because of Possible Health Risk
Washington, DC – Aug. 10, 2023 – Several varieties of Soft Serve On The Go Cups have been recalled in 19 states and the District of Columbia due to potential listeria contamination. Two illnesses requiring hospitalization have been reported in New York and Pennsylvania. The product, sold at convenience stores and other outlets, is packaged […]
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New Heat Wave To Bring Temperatures Of Nearly 50 C To Israel
The Israel Meteorological Service on Thursday afternoon warned that a heat wave is expected to hit Israel in the coming days. On Friday, the weather is expected to be average for the season, but on Saturday temperatures will rise significantly, and the heat will be heavy to extreme around the country. Temperatures are expected to […]
Sami Rohr Prize for Jewish Literature Honors
The 2023 Winners and Finalists for Fiction Jerusalem, Israel – Aug. 10, 2023 – The Sami Rohr Prize for Jewish Literature, in association with the National Library of Israel, presented the 2023 winner and finalists for fiction with awards at a festive ceremony held in the Menachem Begin Heritage Center in Jerusalem, Israel on Wednesday […]
'Shabbat Bus' To Renew Operations In Ashdod
Ahead of the upcoming municipal elections in Ashdod, Deputy Mayor Shimon Katznelson is working to restart the “Shabbat bus” in the city. Jewish law forbids travel on Shabbat, other than for the purpose of saving a life. According to a report in one of the local news sites, political ads for Katznelson are displayed on […]
