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Turkish researchers find 7,800-year-old figurine used in fertility rites
The artifact is only the third of its kind to have been discovered fully intact.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/16/2022 1:06:07 AM
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When Judaism considers the long term, it looks to the past
Our short-term addictions, understandable as they are, are obscuring our longer-term potentials.
By ARI WALLACH/JTA \
8/16/2022 1:24:22 AM
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Dutch city renames square named for mayor who betrayed Jews to Nazis
In 2020, a local historian discovered that Jetze Tjalma, who had been mayor of Hoogeveen for 30 years until 1958, was the first mayor in Nazi-occupied Netherlands to hand over a list of local Jews.
By CNAAN LIPHSHIZ/JTA \
8/16/2022 1:26:28 AM
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Iran submits response to EU draft of nuclear deal
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/16/2022 1:38:35 AM
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Iran keeps up demands after deadline to accept final nuclear deal draft
Iran is “looking for a good, stable and strong agreement, but if the other party talks about plan B, we also have plan B,” Iranian Foreign Minister Abdollahian said.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
8/16/2022 1:46:09 AM
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Why did AIPAC stay out of Ilhan Omar’s tight race?
In one week, AIPAC’s opponents were handed a tidy critique of the group’s approach: AIPAC spent millions of dollars to defeat Jewish royalty, but not a dime to unseat Omar.
By RON KAMPEAS/JTA \
8/16/2022 2:07:33 AM
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Researchers prove humans lived in once-fertile Kalahari Desert - study
Researchers from the University of Cape Town, South Africa, found evidence that contradicts the hypothesis that humans only lived in the region during wetter periods.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/16/2022 3:05:56 AM
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IDF captain who stopped Syrian forces in Yom Kippur War dies at 71
Israel's Brigadier General Emi Plant helped stop Syrian forces in the battles of the Golan Heights during the Yom Kippur War, despite harrowing odds.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/16/2022 3:17:24 AM
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SpaceIL using Siemens software to simulate conditions for Moon mission
The technology used to create this replica will also be used to simulate and predict conditions and optimize the spacecraft throughout the duration of its lifespan.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/16/2022 4:39:26 AM
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Cyberthreats, foreign intervention loom over upcoming Israeli election
Foreign countries and non-state players are attempting to affect the outcome of upcoming elections in Israel by spreading conspiracy theories and lies on social media.
By Adi Koplewitz/The Media Line \
8/16/2022 4:41:26 AM
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Massive brawl breaks out in restaurant in Eilat, Israel
Ronald, the manager of the restaurant, said: “A group of 13 people signed up for a table and were upset that we provided service to a couple before them.”
By Walla! \
8/16/2022 5:29:40 AM
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China sanctions 7 Taiwanese officials for supporting Taiwan independence
By REUTERS \
8/16/2022 5:32:19 AM
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Researchers identify how the brain translates threats into fear - study
This study is the first to demonstrate that threatening sensory cues can be transmitted to disparate parts of the brain via a single pathway.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/16/2022 6:00:08 PM
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Chemicals found in pots and pans linked to liver cancer - study
Although some countries have banned their use, these chemicals are found in many consumer products. Now, the first study of its kind has proven a link between them and liver cancer.
By Walla! \
8/16/2022 8:22:50 AM
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Break the Wave: IDF arrests 12 West Bank suspects, confiscates weapons
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/16/2022 8:28:12 AM
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Five more grain ships leave Ukrainian ports
By REUTERS \
8/16/2022 8:45:46 AM
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Explosions shake Russian-held Crimea, Ukraine hints at role
Ukraine has not officially confirmed or denied responsibility for explosions in Crimea.
By REUTERS \
8/16/2022 9:36:01 AM
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Gate-crashing incidents at police checkpoints
By JASON BLACKSHAW \
8/16/2022 1:16:16 PM
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Pelosi's visit to Taiwan was a 'thoroughly planned provocation' - Putin
By REUTERS \
8/16/2022 10:23:49 AM
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How did Hellenists gamble, divine or play with these rare ancient bones found in Israel?
Records show that one of the games played with bone dice was "five stones" in which children threw five bones in the air and tried to catch them.
By ARIELLA MARSDEN \
8/16/2022 11:22:00 AM
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Two military gravestones vandalized in Mount of Olives cemetery
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/16/2022 10:40:47 AM
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Islamic Jihad killed more Hamas terrorists in Gaza operation than IDF did
Two Hamas operatives were killed during Operation Breaking Dawn, neither of which were targeted by the IDF.
By MICHAEL STARR \
8/16/2022 12:05:10 PM
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Move over VMWare and AWS - this company is betting on the second wave of virtualization
By AVI STERN \
8/16/2022 12:06:35 PM
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Holocaust museums motivate visitors to create social change - study
Visitors to the Illinois Holocaust Museum who were interviewed about the emotions sparked by their visit said the experience empowered and motivated them to address injustice.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
8/16/2022 12:12:44 PM
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Derila Pillow Review - Features, Benefits, Price, Where to Buy?
By PROMO CONTENT \
8/16/2022 12:17:19 PM
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Israel to implement Australian consistent pregnancy care method
An Australian study found that the midwifery continuity care method provided women with consistently good pregnancies and deliveries.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/16/2022 12:54:24 PM
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Russia says 'no need' to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine
"The media are spreading speculation about the alleged use of Russian tactical nuclear weapons in the course of the special military operation, these are absolute lies," Shoigu said.
By REUTERS \
8/16/2022 12:38:28 PM
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Were five Gazan kids killed by IDF or Islamic Jihad during Breaking Dawn? - report
The IDF initially said that five children were killed by an Islamic Jihad rocket, but a new report suggests the Israeli military is responsible.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/16/2022 12:53:27 PM
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Israeli SPACs in July: separating the men from the boys
By AVI STERN \
8/16/2022 1:35:16 PM
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What can the government do to decrease housing costs? - analysis
With inflation on the rise in Israel, what actions could be made by the government in order to stabilize the rapidly rising cost of housing?
By ZACHY HENNESSEY \
8/16/2022 1:36:17 PM
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Nefesh B’Nefesh welcomes 225 new olim on Summer Aliyah Charter Flight today
Join the Aliyah Live Stream of Nefesh B’Nefesh Charter Flight #63. They will be welcoming the 75,000th Oleh on this flight!
By Nefesh B Nefesh \
8/16/2022 1:43:40 PM
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Turkish troops, Kurdish fighters exchange heavy shelling in Syria's Kobane
Kobane has been relatively calm since US-backed Kurdish fighters pushed back Islamic State fighters from the town in 2015.
By REUTERS \
8/16/2022 1:59:48 PM
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A volcanic eruption can devastate the world and we aren't ready - experts
A giant volcanic eruption can cause damage comparable to a catastrophic asteroid impact, but it is far more likely to happen and the world is unprepared for it.
By AARON REICH \
8/17/2022 6:05:27 PM
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Israeli man falls to his death while on a trip in Ecuador
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/16/2022 2:30:05 PM
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What is the best way to take pills for quick dissolution?
If you’re aiming a pill for this part of the stomach, posture is critical to play into both gravity and the natural asymmetry of the stomach.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
8/16/2022 2:18:59 PM
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‘Israel is my state and the Palestinians are my people' - interview with Esawi Frej
"Why do we serve in the Knesset? So we can deliver fiery speeches? We serve in the Knesset to change things, to serve a community," said the retiring Meretz MK.
By MOHAMMAD AL-KASSIM/THE MEDIA LINE \
8/16/2022 11:16:23 PM
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New outpost established by Haredim in West Bank
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/16/2022 3:27:43 PM
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If elected, I will deport anyone who acts against the State of Israel - Ben-Gvir
Jewish violence against Arabs is also not terrorism, Otzma Yehudit head Itamar Ben-Gvir said, adding that there is precedence for this.
By ELIAV BREUER \
8/16/2022 3:32:23 PM
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Six people wounded in shooting outside of Tennessee hospital
Six people were wounded in the early morning outside of a hospital near Memphis, Tennessee.
By REUTERS \
8/16/2022 3:56:35 PM
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Desert regions may be best predictors of climate change in wetter areas, says Hebrew U
Hebrew University scientists suggest that climate change is causing these dryland mechanisms to increasingly affect Earth’s wetter areas.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
8/16/2022 3:59:39 PM
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US First Lady Dr. Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
First Lady Jill Biden is staying in South Carolina after testing positive for COVID-19.
By REUTERS \
8/16/2022 4:31:33 PM
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Food security initiative to give baby formula to 3,000+ struggling families
The commonly shoplifted item will be provided to those in need as part of the initiative’s next phase.
By ZACHY HENNESSEY \
8/16/2022 4:53:28 PM
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Jews across United States harassed with wave of antisemitic letters to homes
This is the latest in a string of antisemitic flyer distribution incidents across the US, raising concerns in Jewish organizations.
By MICHAEL STARR \
8/16/2022 6:53:10 PM
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Israeli court dismisses NIS 30b. terrorism-finance case against Arab Bank
In support of the decision, the Jerusalem District Court said the plaintiffs had tried to use Israeli law in the US courts, and yet their claim was still rejected.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
8/16/2022 5:37:47 PM
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Herzog presents president's awards to soccer clubs
First Lady Michal Herzog announced the launch of a new project to encourage social leadership through sports.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/16/2022 5:23:12 PM
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Ukraine can't protect Rosh Hashanah Uman worshipers from Russia
The Ukrainian ambassador asked Israeli businesses to close operations in Russia “because they indirectly help Russia kill women and children.”
By LAHAV HARKOV \
8/16/2022 5:31:25 PM
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Lebanese man who held up a bank, released without charges
By REUTERS \
8/16/2022 5:33:08 PM
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Germany's Scholz 'disgusted' at Abbas’s '50 holocausts' comments
The German chancellor rejected the use of the word 'apartheid' in a meeting with the PA president • Liberman: Abbas is alive today only because of security coordination with Israel
By LAHAV HARKOV \
8/16/2022 5:46:51 PM
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COVID-19: Over half of all Omicron carriers never knew they had it - study
Most cases of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 never knew they were sick with the virus, which could have caused them to spread it.
By AARON REICH \
8/17/2022 6:16:11 PM
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Iran identifies first case of monkeypox
By REUTERS \
8/16/2022 6:05:38 PM
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Jailed Telegrass founder registers party for 2022 Knesset elections
This is the second attempt by Telegrass founders to register for the 2022 elections.
By ARIK BENDER/MAARIV \
8/16/2022 6:45:46 PM
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How are Israeli phone companies doing? Second quarter reviews are out
The communications industry experienced positive results in the second quarter after years of losses. Here are the numbers.
By YEHUDA SHARONI/MAARIV \
8/16/2022 6:26:02 PM
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Maccabi Haifa to have hands full with Red Star
Serbian side streaks into Champions League Play-Off clash vs Greens • 1st leg at Sammy Ofer
By JOSHUA HALICKMAN \
8/16/2022 7:46:03 PM
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UN Secretary-General will travel to Ukraine later this week
By REUTERS \
8/16/2022 7:28:40 PM
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New Mexico adopts IHRA definition of antisemitism
The Israeli-American Coalition for Action (IAC for Action) applauded Grisham for her “groundbreaking executive order.”
By ZVIKA KLEIN \
8/16/2022 7:34:16 PM
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Netanyahu to release autobiography in Hebrew, English after election
Netanyahu recalled his reaction to Likud, under his leadership, getting only 12 seats in the 2006 election, describing becoming an opposition leader as a “consolation prize.”
By LAHAV HARKOV \
8/16/2022 7:44:49 PM
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Turkey, Armenia push to normalize ties while Russia is distracted in Ukraine - analysis
Ankara has been attempting to improve relations with its neighbors to attract foreign investment and boost trade.
By KRISTINA JOVANOVSKI/THE MEDIA LINE \
8/16/2022 7:55:27 PM
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Israel must confront haredis who create havoc in streets - editorial
Whenever an issue arises that doesn’t jibe with the ultra-Orthodox worldview, they don’t play fair and protest through usual means of opposition to try to make their voice heard.
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
8/16/2022 8:22:26 PM
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Israel came out on top in Gaza op, but Hamas won diplomatically - former general
A war will not solve Israel's problem in Gaza, according to Matan Vilnai, CEO of Commander's for Israel's Security (CIS).
By ELIAV BREUER \
8/16/2022 8:28:32 PM
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If you're being silenced, ask yourselves: What would Salman Rushdie do? - opinion
Clearly, these Islamist totalitarians were not just trying to silence Rushdie. They wanted the $3 million (NIS 9.85 m.) bounty on his head to have a chilling effect.
By GIL TROY \
8/16/2022 8:33:43 PM
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India's 75th anniversary: How is it similar, different to Israel? - analysis
According to Daniel Carmon, a former Israeli ambassador to India despite all the regional, religious and linguistic differences, the Indians “succeeded in creating a united state of India.”
By HERB KEINON \
8/16/2022 8:41:44 PM
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Meaningful Israel education: Engaging today’s college students
Students are on a large spectrum of Israel knowledge, from knowing virtually nothing to having a full understanding of the creation and modern politics of Israel.
By PAIGE SIMUNEK \
8/16/2022 8:43:35 PM
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Was the Kabul operation just to save Biden’s approval rating? - opinion
Biden wants the imprint of al-Zawahiri’s death to replace the image of failure and chaotic withdrawal scenes in the collective consciousness of Americans.
By SALEM ALKETBI \
8/16/2022 8:55:00 PM
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Letters to the Editor August 17, 2022: Keep your hands to yourself
Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.
By LETTERS TO THE EDITOR \
8/16/2022 9:03:43 PM
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Iran, Russia, Belarus and Armenia hold joint drone competition
The competition comes as the US warns that Russia is preparing to buy Iranian drones.
By TZVI JOFFRE \
8/16/2022 9:22:14 PM
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Gilboa Prison pimping affair: Will there actually be a conviction?
There is nothing slam dunk about a case with so many questions, especially when it is unclear if the victim will show up in court.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
8/16/2022 9:18:22 PM
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Tzitzit saved the life of a Jerusalem bus crash victim
Shalom Klein was standing at a bus stop in Jerusalem when an Egged bus careened out of control and smashed into it. He was unharmed, and is now sharing his story.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
8/16/2022 9:30:07 PM
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Who tried to block US funding for Iron Dome? - opinion
This is the quintessential difference between J Street and AIPAC.
BY LENNY BEN-DAVID \
8/16/2022 9:30:48 PM
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Zoos: Cruel cages or compassionate conservation?
Zoos have come under incredible assault, as places that are utterly immoral prisons of cages for animals that should be allowed to roam free
By SHMULEY BOTEACH \
8/16/2022 9:50:44 PM
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A.B. Salem: Forgotten Zionist and Jewish freedom fighter of India
Abraham Barak Salem, an Indian nationalist, Jewish social reformer and later a Zionist, was born in 1882 in Cochin, in the princely state of Kerala.
By SURAJ RAJAN KADANTHODU \
8/16/2022 10:00:40 PM
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'I will lead every policy that strengthens US-Israel alliance' - Republican candidate
Republican Senate candidate Leora Levy is set to face incumbent Democrat Richard Blumenthal in the Connecticut Senate race.
By OMRI NAHMIAS \
8/16/2022 10:08:28 PM
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Grapevine August 17, 2022: A boost for tolerance and understanding
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
8/16/2022 10:13:57 PM
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Three Syrian soldiers killed, six wounded in Turkish airstrike
Turkey has carried out numerous military operations in northern Syria since 2016, mainly targeting the Kurdish YPG militia.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND REUTERS \
8/16/2022 10:26:53 PM
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Four score to the good for Nurit Hirsh
Perfomer extraordinaire and Israel Prize winner marks a special birthday with a series of concerts.
By BARRY DAVIS \
8/16/2022 10:28:08 PM
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Anastasia Gorbenko wins second gold in swimming at European Championships
Israeli teen defends title in 200 IM at European Swimming Championships in Rome.
By JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF \
8/16/2022 10:40:11 PM
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Most Israeli Jews believe Ra'am partnership harmed state security - poll
Over half of the Jewish Israeli public stated that the partnership with Arab party Ra'am harmed Jewish society and Israeli society in general.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
8/16/2022 11:21:42 PM
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Jordan makes overtures to Islamic Movement hardliners in Israel
Amman might be trying to get Arab citizens who usually boycott Israeli elections to vote on November 1, analyst says.
By DAOUD KUTTAB/THE MEDIA LINE \
8/16/2022 10:55:10 PM
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Biden signs $430 billion climate, healthcare and tax bill
By REUTERS \
8/16/2022 11:52:33 PM