2008 June | Ein Shalom אין שלום

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Democrats make history, and Obama the nominee
DENVER, Colorado (AFP) - In a deafening moment of history, Democrats made Barack Obama the first black major-party nominee for president, as they rode a delirious outpouring of unity, hope and tears.
Russia hits out at West over Georgia tensions
MOSCOW (AFP) - Russia lashed out at the West for ratcheting up tensions in the Black Sea with an increased NATO naval presence, and warned against isolating Moscow over the conflict in Georgia.
Delighted Sudanese home after hijacking ordeal
KHARTOUM (AFP) - Overjoyed passengers from a hijacked Sudanese jet returned home to delighted families on Thursday, having feared they would die at the hands of gunmen who threatened to blow up the plane.
US forces to transfer control of Anbar to Iraqis
WASHINGTON (AFP) - US forces will hand over control of Anbar province to Iraqi troops in the coming days, military officials said Wednesday, touting improved security in the region.
Deadly Gustav churns toward Cuba, Gulf of Mexico
HAVANA (AFP) - Tropical Storm Gustav churned toward Cuba and the United States Wednesday after lashing Haiti and the Dominican Republic with hurricane force winds and rain that killed 22 people.
India's Reliance chief says anti-Nano protests may hurt business
MUMBAI (AFP) - India's most powerful businessman Mukesh Ambani on Wednesday condemned protests against a plant building the world's cheapest car, saying they hurt the country's ability to attract needed investment.
US judge to rule on Mattel award over Barbie-Bratz spat: MGA
LOS ANGELES (AFP) - A US judge was due to rule Wednesday on damages awarded in a copyright infringement suit filed over the popular Barbie doll by toy giant Mattel against MGA Entertainment, an MGA spokesman said.

Rav Richman in Ruidoso, NM

During his US speaking tour, Rabbi Chaim Richman of the Temple Institute spoke in Ruidoso, NM, bringing the gold crown of the cohen gadol.

Google Earth and the Anti-Israel Cyber War

Those wishing to explore Israel in Google Earth are immediately taken to a politically motivated narrative unrelated to their quest.

Positive Thinking

So, let’s ignore dismal reportage and lighten up.

Enter Don Quixote and the power of positive thinking.

A Defense of War

Response to a left wing argument against attacking Gaza and other acts of war.

Rice on the Offense about Jerusalem Construction

Condi Rice arrived in Israel Sunday to berate Israel about its new housing projects in Jerusalem and try to force it to abandon the plans.

Saudis Pushing U.N. Démarche Against Israel

The Saudis are floating a proposed UN Security Council resolution prohibiting Israel from building any housing in Jerusalem.

Illustration of the Danger to Jerusalem

This flash animation illustrates the danger that would be immediately present in Jerusalem if the PA controlled Arab neighborhoods.

Hamas Planning Attacks Inside Israel

Hamas is working to realize its ambition to be the first armed Arab force to snatch a piece of sovereign Israeli territory.

You Go, Professor Kedar!

Mordechai Kedar socks it to the Arab League on Al Jazeera TV, saying there is no reason for Al Jazeera to be concerned with Jerusalem, since it always has and always will belong to the Jews.