President Donald Trump is suggesting the United States should not protect ships in the strategic Strait of Hormuz without compensation from other countries.
The U.S. blamed Iran for attacks on two oil tankers this month near the Strait of Hormuz, denouncing what it called a campaign of “escalating tensions” in a region crucial to global energy supplies.

A truck carrying a large load, traveling on Golda Meir Blvd. in Jerusalem on Sunday afternoon, struck the pedestrian bridge near the Ramot Shopping Center as the load was too high to pass under the bridge.
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As the U.S. piles sanction after sanction on Iran, it’s the average person who feels it the most.
From a subway performer’s battered leather hat devoid of tips, to a bride-to-be’s empty purse, the lack of cash from the economic pressure facing Iran’s 80 million people can be seen everywhere.
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An elderly woman was moderately injured, after her vehicle plunged off a two story parking lot in Jerusalem, Monday morning.
Fire & rescue officials rushed to the scene on Tzernikovsky Street and quickly determined that the woman had to be extricated from the vehicle.

Authorities reinforced efforts over the weekend to deter Central Americans and others from crossing Mexico to reach the United States, detaining migrants in the south and stationing National Guardsmen along the Rio Grande in the north.
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One nominee was flagged for his relationship with Russia, another for his alleged ties to white supremacist groups, and several others for criticizing Donald Trump before he became US president.
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A long-planned Blessing of the Bikes ceremony for motorcycle enthusiasts became a scene of mourning and reflection Sunday as about 400 people paid tribute to seven bikers killed in a devastating collision with a pickup truck .
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Former Pennsylvania congressman Joe Sestak has become the latest Democrat to enter the presidential race.
The retired Navy admiral who calls himself “Admiral Joe” on his campaign website joins a crowded Democratic field seeking the nomination to challenge President Donald Trump.

By Monet Binder, Esq.
As you’re sitting down and examining your finances, you might be thinking about not only providing for your children, but also helping your grandchildren.  With the right planning, you could ease the financial burden for your children whose hefty expenses can include those related to summer camp, Yeshiva, weddings and maybe even the cost of a down payment on a first home for their children.

Dear Neighbor,
Just a few weeks ago, our community gathered together in the strongest way to help elect a new City Council member. With your help, Councilwoman Farah Louis won
that election – and we’re proud to report to you that she’s already hit the ground running.