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Fayad to 'Post': 2008 peace deal in peril
PA prime minister tells Post Israel and Palestinians need to change behavior to reach peace goal.
TOVAH LAZAROFF \
2/20/2008 12:33:32 AM
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Soldiers are smoking mad over tobacco ban on IDF bases
Soldiers have already begun plotting to disobey the new orders, call Knesset "unnecessary."
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Jerusalem and Havana won't rumba yet
In 1961, about 500 Jewish Cubans secretly left their island and flew to Israel.
amir mizroch \
2/20/2008 12:35:21 AM
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MKs call for the NIS 24m. fine to be distributed among his victims
REBECCA ANNA STOIL \
2/20/2008 12:36:11 AM
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Israel, US discuss W. Bank NATO troops
Israel worried plan would threaten IDF's ability to retain operational freedom in West Bank.
Yaakov Katz \
2/20/2008 12:37:05 AM
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Jerusalem missing from the agenda as Olmert and Abbas meet
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Kadima officials call for national unity gov't
Likud and Israel Beiteinu MKs dismiss calls, stating that the will of the people clearly indicates that Olmert should step down.
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Ahmadinejad: Israel filthy bacteria
Iranian president: Jewish state acting like "wild beast;" Israel complains to UNSC over threats.
Jpost staff and michal lando \
2/20/2008 12:40:42 AM
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Palestinians say 10-year-old killed in clashes with IDF
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Comptroller: Start fortifying Sderot now
DAN IZENBERG \
2/20/2008 12:42:47 AM
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5.0 temblor shakes California-Mexico border
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UN peacekeepers denied permission to cross from Eritrea to Ethiopia
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US military imposes tight restrictions on personnel in Okinawa
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Defense chief says Australian combat troops in Iraq should be withdrawn
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At least 3 killed in Peru clashes between farmers, police
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Local Soccer: Betar beats Haifa to go 8 points clear
They say that teams that win league titles are those which win even when they play badly.
JEREMY LAST \
2/20/2008 5:36:41 AM
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Basketball: Hapoel J'lem overpowers Besiktas
With the help of an electric home crowd, Hapoel Jerusalem used a near-flawless second quarter to overpower Besiktas Cola Turka 88-73 on Tuesday night.
AARON KAPLOWITZ \
2/20/2008 5:37:33 AM
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IDF arrests 6 Palestinian suspects in W. bank, Jordan Valley
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Gov't committee recommends new poverty parameters
charities concerned this was another tactic by establishment to manipulate poverty figures and not tackle growing problem.
Ruth Eglash \
2/20/2008 7:09:24 AM
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China extends ban on airing foreign cartoons during prime time
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China extends ban on foreign cartoons from airing during prime time
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Kassam rocket strikes open area in western Negev; none wounded
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/20/2008 7:35:29 AM
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Muslims protest Muhammad cartoons in Indonesia
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Military says 3 US soldiers killed by IED in Baghdad
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Wal-Mart apologizes to Muslim woman who said she was mocked by cashier
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Israel's most admired company: Teva
The survey was based on the opinions of 500 managers and CEOs who judged companies on criteria such as innovation, financial success and product quality.
SHARON WROBEL \
2/20/2008 9:03:11 AM
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B-G to close longest runway for renovations
The Israel Airports Authority plans to broaden the security zone at the end of runway as part of a project intended to improve airport safety.
SHELLY PAZ \
2/20/2008 9:09:26 AM
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Gazans help save Israeli fruit
Huge quantities of fruit that had to be picked early due to the cold spell in Israel have been sold to Gazans.
YAAKOV LAPPIN \
2/20/2008 9:13:34 AM
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Industry energy usage hits record
The stormy weather pounding Israel over the past day has been the cause.
YAAKOV LAPPIN \
2/20/2008 9:15:13 AM
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EL-AL raises ticket prices
The price hike is in response to the falling dollar and the continuing rise in fuel prices.
SHELLY PAZ \
2/20/2008 9:16:53 AM
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Iraq: Senior government official wounded in attack on his convoy
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Patents poses big challenge for entrepreneurs
Although an increasing numbers of women are becoming involved with entrepreneurial activities, they are less inclined than men to take risks, says Hazaz.
YAAKOV LAPPIN \
2/20/2008 9:22:16 AM
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Kuwaiti paper: Mughniyeh hit 'only first step'
Newspaper claims Mossad plans to target Hamas, Revolutionary Guards to goad Iran into a response.
diana elias and jpost.com staff \
2/20/2008 9:24:29 AM
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Eastern Europe becomes victim of economic success
Inflation spirals out of control.
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Your Taxes: Social security changes
A number of exemptions and exceptions from national insurance payments will now be available to individuals if certain conditions are met.
LEON HARRIS \
2/20/2008 9:39:38 AM
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2 youths arrested for allegedly gouging out taxi driver's eye, robbing him
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/20/2008 9:41:47 AM
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What's New in the EU: Citizenship in the European Union
More and more European citizens study, get married, live or work in a member state of which they are not nationals.
ARI SYRQUIN \
2/20/2008 9:43:36 AM
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PA won't follow Kosovo model, all agree
Palestinian leaders, Israel reject Abed Rabbo's call for a unilateral declaration of statehood.
Mark Weiss \
2/20/2008 9:48:29 AM
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The shekel remains strong
The shekel has been the best performer among 11 emerging-market currencies in Europe, the Middle East and Africa over the past month.
News Agencies \
2/20/2008 9:52:01 AM
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Commentary: Get rich! Write a 'how to' get rich book
Yes, write one... because you'll never get rich reading them.
By PAUL B. FARRELL / MARKETWATCH \
2/20/2008 9:56:10 AM
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Recession's fast food: 99-cent specials
Current ad campaigns, promotions suggest the competition for cash-strapped customers will be heated.
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Jewish Hollywood conflicted by presidential race
Follow the money in Tinseltown and you find a slew of stars with several political favorites.
Tom Tugend / JTA \
2/20/2008 10:15:17 AM
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Cubans hope Raul Castro brings reform
During his 1 1/2 years as acting president, 76-year-old Raul Castro has hinted at reform but made few major changes.
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Suleiman urges Israel to consider consequences of IDF op in Gaza
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/20/2008 10:17:03 AM
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Musharraf refuses to step down after election rout
Musharraf's spokesman says president intends to work with the new government and will serve out his term that expires in 2012.
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Ram FM offers live BRITs
The ceremony, hosted by the revered Ozzy Osbourne, will feature live musical performances by both international and British artists.
JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
2/20/2008 10:34:39 AM
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Puccini's optimistic opera returns
The opera is set in ancient China where princess Turandot refuses to wed unless her suitors can answer three riddles.
HELEN KAYE \
2/20/2008 10:44:29 AM
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Theater Review: Circus Courage
Circus Courage is a brave attempt to emphasize the monstrosities of war through the light-hearted brightness of circus performance.
HELEN KAYE \
2/20/2008 10:49:50 AM
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Iraq: Radical Shi'ite cleric may lift 6 month ceasefire by week's end
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Obama wins primary in Hawaii, 10th straight victory over Clinton
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Germany recognizes Kosovo as an independent state
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Life coaching: Most likely to become Buddhist
It's not very edifying to be voted "the most likely to become Buddhist" in your Hebrew school class. Unless of course you are Jason, who worked long and hard to gain the title. He was proud of it, and no one was going to take it away from him.
BEN GOLDFARB \
2/20/2008 12:03:13 PM
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Dror: Interview may have been a mistake
Winograd member says controversial statements were a misconstrued attempt to educate the public.
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/20/2008 12:03:39 PM
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Egypt: 70 members of Muslim Brotherhood arrested in continued crackdown
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Egypt: 70 Muslim Brotherhood members arrested in continued crackdown
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Saudi journalist lambasts Nasrallah
Calls Hizbullah head "Lebanon's Al Capone," says if war breaks out "only Allah knows how it will end."
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/20/2008 12:51:52 PM
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'Talks being held on Jerusalem'
Netanyahu rejects claim that city's fate is not being negotiated; says Hamas will fill any vacuum.
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US could attempt Wednesday to shoot down wayward spy satellite
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Jordan arrests eight Evangelists
Security forces arrested 8 people after they were caught distributing missionary material to Bedouin families.
The Media Line News Agency \
2/20/2008 1:33:24 PM
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Iranian opposition group: Teheran accelerated alleged nuclear program
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Coalition troops detain 11 suspects in southern Afghanistan
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Iran opposition: Teheran making nukes
Exiled Paris-based group presents satellite imagery of alleged nuclear control center.
Jerusalem Post staff and AP \
2/20/2008 3:00:47 PM
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Dollar, Euro gain against shekel
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/20/2008 3:54:58 PM
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Shock over Grant death threat
Chelsea's Israeli manager said to be 'OK' after receiving anti-Semitic messages in the mail.
JORG LUYKEN \
2/20/2008 4:03:02 PM
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Doctors order Peres to cancel appointments due to flu
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Shas MK says homosexuals caused last earthquake
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/20/2008 4:50:20 PM
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Son of suspected mob boss gives himself up to police
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/20/2008 4:52:49 PM
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UN hails Lebanese legalization of Iraqi refugee status
Follows Beirut's decision to give Iraqis who entered Lebanon illegally or overstayed visas a three month period to legalize status.
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MKs travel abroad to warn of Iran threat
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MKs travel abroad, warn of Iran threat
15 MKs taking part in project come from both ends of political spectrum; Beilin meeting German officials.
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3 Iraqi children killed by mortars while playing soccer
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Kuwaiti faction expels 2 Shi'ite members for eulogizing Mughniyeh
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Ashkenazi warns of war on the horizon
Olmert tells new IDF officers nation is prepared for any conflict, army has unprecedented resources.
Mark Weiss \
2/20/2008 6:01:52 PM
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Jenin woman caught passing herself off as Haifa resident at hospital
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/20/2008 6:18:55 PM
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Supporters of Muslim cleric protest UK visa refusal
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IDF says homes still being built in Eli
Settlement head says homes okayed for existing neighborhood; Defense Ministry "working on it."
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Jordan admits expelling foreign Christians for 'illegal' preaching
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Saudi FM: Arab states may reevaluate positions on peace initiative
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/20/2008 7:31:24 PM
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Turkey's parliament okays return of minorities' confiscated property
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Taliban's bomb expertise grows as regard for civilians cast aside
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Jordan: We expelled foreign Christians for illegal preaching
Acting FM: Preachers arrived under pretext of charitable and voluntary activities but undertook preaching not sanctioned by gov't.
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'Thousands of Darfur refugees trapped by government offensive'
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Israel Prize for painting to go to Pinhas Cohen-Gan
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/20/2008 8:08:56 PM
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2 undercover El Al guards handcuff man after he approaches cockpit
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/20/2008 8:13:30 PM
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Two Kassams hit western Negev; no wounded or damage
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/20/2008 8:24:05 PM
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Lebanon crisis threatens Arab League summit
Presidential vote delayed because the parties have failed to agree on the power-sharing structure.
Rachelle Kliger, The Media Line News Agency \
2/20/2008 8:44:43 PM
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Iran urges UN to condemn Israel
Teheran's UN ambassador: Olmert's warnings against nuclear program violate international law.
Michal Lando, Jerusalem Post correspondent in New York \
2/20/2008 8:48:04 PM
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Iran urges UN to demand that Israel stop threatening military force
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Iraq: Attacks against American targets up as al-Sadr cease-fire in doubt
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February 21: A map is worth 1,000 words
It is shocking to realize how few people are aware of the size of Israel and its position in relation to the surrounding Arab world.
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Condoning genocide
World's silence in face of blatant incitement to genocide is deafening.
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Tour of duty
Tevel b'Tzedek hopes to inspire Israeli youth. So why does it bring its recruits all the way to Katmandu?
Matthew Wagner \
2/20/2008 9:13:31 PM
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Rattling the Cage: When in doubt, bomb
This was the stupidest, most reckless thing Israel has done in a long time.
LARRY DERFNER \
2/20/2008 9:21:38 PM
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Civil Fights: The military casualties myth
Israelis are willing to spend soldiers' lives to protect the state and its citizens.
Evelyn Gordon \
2/20/2008 9:24:16 PM
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A patent 'reform' bill in the US has me worried
Israelis have more American patents, on a per-capita basis, than the citizens of any other country.
BERNARD G. FRIEDER \
2/20/2008 9:26:35 PM
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Why I co-sponsored the patent reform bill
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Dangerous infatuation
Israelis still think government is the solution to all their problems including the dollar's devaluation.
Daniel Doron \
2/20/2008 9:31:09 PM
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Resisting Islamic law
When Westerners unite against a specific Islamic tradition, Western Islamists adjust to the majority's will.
Daniel Pipes \
2/20/2008 9:32:47 PM
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Talks between Israel Aviation Authority, German counterpart break down
JPOST.COM STAFF \
2/20/2008 9:47:05 PM
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Corporate responsibility: Still a foreign concept
Only two Israeli companies report on economic, environmental and social performance.
Ruth Eglash \
2/20/2008 10:08:30 PM
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US soldier killed, 3 hurt in rocket-propelled grenade attack in Iraq
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Two young men remanded for allegedly assaulting cabbie
REBECCA ANNA STOIL \
2/20/2008 10:21:39 PM
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Requests rise for in-school counseling for sex attacks
EHUD ZION WALDOKS \
2/20/2008 10:22:56 PM
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Farewell to an idealist
Betty Dubiner - a woman of valor and an idealist till the end.
Greer Fay Cashman \
2/20/2008 10:24:58 PM
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Prof. Dror censured for post-Winograd comments
But Knesset panel votes not to launch inquiry into conduct of war probe.
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Analyze This: Would international peacekeepers herald peace?
Why US envoy is checking the option of NATO in the territories.
Calev Ben-David \
2/20/2008 10:48:39 PM
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Comptroller to audit Peres's office
Lindenstrauss will inspect administrative behavior of Beit Hanassi despite the president's objection.
SHEERA CLAIRE FRENKEL and Greer Fay Cashman \
2/20/2008 10:49:57 PM
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Peres cancels appointments after coming down with flu
Greer Fay Cashman \
2/20/2008 10:51:05 PM
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Oil jumps past $101 a barrel
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Oil jumps past $101 a barrel on view that the Fed will slash rates
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From pre-med in Texas to IDF officer
The day after graduation from the University of Texas, he began planning his draft.
Yaakov Katz \
2/20/2008 11:20:22 PM
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EU hopes new handcuffs will untie PA Police's hands
Prior to receiving EU aid, the Palestinian Civil Police had a total of 40 handcuffs.
REBECCA ANNA STOIL \
2/20/2008 11:21:52 PM
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Dror Alperon, Israel's most wanted paratrooper, turns himself in to police
Dror Alperon, son of crime boss Ya'acov Alperon, gives himself up after evading arrest for two weeks.
REBECCA ANNA STOIL \
2/20/2008 11:23:50 PM
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Turkey approves return of confiscated property to Jewish, Christian minorities
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Turkey approves asset return to Jewish minority foundations
Some properties owned by minority foundations seized by country in 1974 around the time of an invasion of Cyprus.
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Iraq: 2 US soldiers killed in separate attacks, military says