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Amnesty says Iranian dissident faces imminent execution
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 12:17:54 AM
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Rocket lands in Eshkol Regional Council, no injuries
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 1:09:07 AM
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Disputes over portfolios delay announcement of Palestinian unification until Monday
Announcement was set for Thursday but was pushed to Monday due to disagreements between Fatah and Hamas over the names of some ministers.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
6/1/2014 2:11:48 AM
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Obama hails US soldier's release from Taliban
Army Sergeant Bowe Bergdahl is on his way home to the US after being held by the Taliban for nearly five years.
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 2:42:13 AM
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Jewish native of Moscow vies to be America’s first Soviet-born congressman
Anti-Semitism drove Igor Birman’s family to leave USSR.
By MAYA SHWAYDER, JERUSALEM POST CORRESPONDENT \
6/1/2014 2:48:30 AM
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*On the trail of the world’s formidable epidemic*
Australian diabetes researcher Prof. Paul Zimmet, who has visited Israel over 30 times in five decades, has earned an honorary doctorate from Tel Aviv University in recognition of his life work.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
6/1/2014 3:04:43 AM
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Health scan: Obesity before pregnancy can lead to future heart disease
Being obese while pregnant can cause long-term danger to women’s hearts.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
6/1/2014 3:07:15 AM
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Freed US soldier on way to military hospital in Germany
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 3:58:41 AM
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Glushko’s hopes demolished at French Open by Errani
Julia Glushko’s unlikely run at Roland Garros came to a grinding halt in the third round on Saturday following a 6-0, 6-1 loss at the hands of world No. 11 Sara Errani.
By ALLON SINAI \
6/1/2014 4:21:28 AM
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Preview: Israel looking to rebound against Honduras
On Friday, Israel’s Under-19 national team secured a spot in the 2014 European Championship finals after edging Georgia 1-0 in a winner-takes-all encounter.
By ALLON SINAI \
6/1/2014 4:23:52 AM
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J’lem survives but remains in trouble
Hapoel Jerusalem’s season is still alive.
By ALLON SINAI \
6/1/2014 4:25:53 AM
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Abbas expels key Gaza figures from Fatah
Abbas gave no reason for his rare decision to expel the senior officials from Fatah.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
6/1/2014 4:57:30 AM
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Democracy
By IRA SHARKANSKY \
6/1/2014 5:11:00 AM
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Thai forces descend on central Bangkok to stifle coup protests
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 6:22:07 AM
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Analysis: Libya closer to full civil war
The situation in the country has deteriorated so much that the US suspended training by US special forces after a local militia stole a cache of American-provided weapons.
By ARIEL BEN SOLOMON \
6/1/2014 6:34:54 AM
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Six Egyptian border guards killed
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 6:51:16 AM
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Report: Qatar bribe to win 2022 World Cup bid revealed
Documents leaked to the 'Sunday Times' show that Qatari vice president of FIFA paid key members of voting committee in return for their support.
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
6/1/2014 8:34:19 AM
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Former Chief Rabbi Ovadia Yosef leaves inheritance to son Moshe
Handwritten document leaves the late Shas spiritual leader's estate to one son, Rabbi Moshe Yosef, excludes other 10 children from most of the inheritance.
By JEREMY SHARON \
6/1/2014 8:52:45 AM
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Unresolved differences may delay announcement of Palestinian unity government
Hamas states it is not prepared for Abbas's decision to officially announce Palestinian unity government, doesn't agree to Fatah's prime minister.
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
6/1/2014 9:38:16 AM
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Terror victims win battle with Israel to keep Bank of China case before favorable US judge
The civil damages case is in connection to attacks carried out against Americans in Israel between 2003 and 2008.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
6/1/2014 10:22:22 AM
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French police arrest suspect in Brussels Jewish Museum shooting
Mehdi Nemmouche, 29, detained after random drug check; French citizen believed
to have links with jihadists in Syria.
By JOSEPH STRICH \
6/1/2014 10:27:09 AM
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Snakes Alive!
By Dorothea Shefer-Vanson \
6/1/2014 10:31:00 AM
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Shin Bet thwarts 11 attempts by security prisoners to orchestrate kidnappings
The plots targeted Israeli soldiers and civilians alike, in order to trade the would-be captives for the release of convicted terrorists.
By YAAKOV LAPPIN \
6/1/2014 11:04:50 AM
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Liberman supports freedom in presidential vote
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
6/1/2014 1:06:43 PM
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Netanyahu to int'l community: Don’t rush to recognize Palestinian unity government
PM says that supporting a government which includes Hamas strengthens terrorism, will not further peace.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF \
6/1/2014 11:53:09 AM
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Sixteen missing in Russian helicopter crash
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 12:09:15 PM
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Iran executes man for links to exiled opposition group
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 12:15:10 PM
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Report: Kerry to meet with Abbas in Jordan
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
6/1/2014 12:31:21 PM
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Lebanon says Syrians who return will lose refugee status
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 12:38:44 PM
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Man charged with ties to exiled opposition group executed in Iran
Amnesty International had urged Iran not to execute man after what it called an unfair trial in which he was convicted of "enmity against God."
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 12:49:02 PM
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Lakers' Pau Gasol in Israel to promote coexistence, meets Peres
The NBA forward visits Israel for first time time, leads a workshop for young Arab and Jewish basketball players.
By GREER FAY CASHMAN \
6/1/2014 12:52:46 PM
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New York holds 50th annual Celebrate Israel Parade
New Israel Fund participates despite protests: "The story should be about the work we’re doing in the Jewish state."
By MAYA SHWAYDER \
6/1/2014 6:49:39 PM
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Ministers approve surrogacy for singles, same-sex couples
After months of political wrangling, the bill meant to bring "long-awaited equality" for parents will make its way to the Knesset for a vote.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
6/1/2014 2:20:55 PM
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Once on the edge of defeat, Syria's Assad runs again for president
A triumphant Assad will be re-elected president this week, as his government recaptures lost territory and consolidates power.
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 2:41:35 PM
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Iranian commander says readying launch of air defense system more advanced than Russian S-300
Iran claims domestic alternative employs advanced technology that "even Americans do not have."
By ARIEL BEN SOLOMON \
6/1/2014 3:06:03 PM
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Netanyahu pledges support for bill limiting presidential pardons for terrorists
By JPOST.COM STAFF,LAHAV HARKOV \
6/1/2014 3:06:54 PM
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Taub Center report: No evidence of decline in difficulty of matriculation exams
New study responds to criticism over matriculation exams in schools, finds higher scores not result of easier tests.
By LIDAR GRAVÉ-LAZI \
6/1/2014 3:24:33 PM
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Government to contribute to NIS 570 million initiative to connect Israel with world Jewry
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
6/1/2014 4:13:56 PM
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Bayit Yehudi furious as Netanyahu delays vote on limiting prisoner releases
Party source says PM "gave into pressure from the Left and attorney-general" to set back general ministerial vote on legislature limiting presidential pardons.
By LAHAV HARKOV \
6/1/2014 4:32:15 PM
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Finance Minister Lapid declares 2014 a drought year in Israel
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
6/1/2014 4:51:16 PM
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Philadelphia Inquirer co-owner Katz killed in Massachusetts plane crash
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 4:57:32 PM
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French prosecutor confirms Jewish museum shooting suspect spent year in Syria
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 5:01:07 PM
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Nature survey: Israeli otter population critically endangered
Fragmentation of communities, losses of habitat are posing threats to otters in Israel.
By SHARON UDASIN \
6/1/2014 5:10:57 PM
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Iranian FM says he cannot visit Saudi Arabia
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 5:20:34 PM
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Hezbollah criticizes Lebanese Patriarch's efforts to return 'Israeli agents'
Terror group blasts attempts to return former Lebanese militia members who fled to Israel during the Lebanon withdrawal.
By ARIEL BEN SOLOMON \
6/1/2014 5:34:16 PM
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14th century grand hall discovered underneath the Kotel Tunnels
Following 10 years of excavations, Western Wall Heritage Foundation unveils educational center under Muslim Quarter dedicated to Jewish history.
By DANIEL K. EISENBUD \
6/1/2014 5:56:09 PM
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Kuwaiti ruler makes rare visit to Iran to build ties
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 5:59:05 PM
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Brussels shooting suspect allegedly admits to attack in video
French and Belgian authorities say voice on clip admitting to Brussels' Jewish Museum shooting appears to belong to suspect Mehdi Nemmouche.
By REUTERS,JPOST.COM STAFF \
6/1/2014 6:14:44 PM
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Energy Ministry to buy $20m. vessel for sea research
IEC performs marine oil spill drill; 20 researchers and staff members can work and sleep on the vessel for up to 14 days.
By SHARON UDASIN \
6/1/2014 6:23:17 PM
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Municipality approves renewal plan for colonial sections of Jerusalem
By DANIEL K. EISENBUD \
6/1/2014 6:40:28 PM
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State creates new special courts for migrant issues
Courts to serve as permanent appeals courts for any decision by Population, Immigration and Borders Authority, Interior Ministry on migrant policy.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB \
6/1/2014 7:17:46 PM
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How Ellie met Yonatan
By LEAH HAKIMIAN \
6/1/2014 7:27:00 PM
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By end of 2015, 1,000 additional doctors’ job slots will have been added to public health system
The Health Ministry consulted throughout the process with the Israel Medical Association and the professional medical societies to map out the shortages of physicians in various specialties.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
6/1/2014 7:38:44 PM
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Warplane targets Islamist base, hits university in Libya's Benghazi
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 7:39:43 PM
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Finance Minister declares drought year
By SHARON UDASIN \
6/1/2014 7:59:48 PM
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Liberman urges rising European right-wing to shun 'neo-Nazi' parties
In wake of EU elections, FM says Israel will not recognize political blocs with "neo-Nazi, racist character."
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 8:15:42 PM
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Beware of dangerous bacteria from unpasteurized milk products
Consuming such raw products can cause serious disease among pregnant women and others with weak immune systems, including cancer patients, children and the elderly.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
6/1/2014 8:19:02 PM
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Iran's domestic art scene thrives despite economic sanctions
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 8:28:15 PM
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Court question state's stance on citizenship for non-Orthodox converts
Non-Orthodox Jewish movements request state grant citizenship to anyone who converted in Israel under their auspices.
By JEREMY SHARON \
6/1/2014 8:40:24 PM
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Non-smokers demand smokers respect right to clean air
Eighty-three percent of older people said they are not willing to be exposed to other people’s tobacco smoke.
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
6/1/2014 8:46:11 PM
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15 gun shots fired during Shabbat in Orthodox Jerusalem neighborhood
Police: No injuries reported in incident being investigated as "criminal," not "terrorist-related"; intensive manhunt continues.
By DANIEL K. EISENBUD \
6/1/2014 8:54:03 PM
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Cabinet approves budget for diaspora outreach
New non-governmental body to be established to distribute funds to Jewish groups abroad; Lapid sole opposition to measure.
By SAM SOKOL \
6/1/2014 8:57:55 PM
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Qatar 'vehemently denies' latest accusation of 2022 World Cup bribes
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 8:59:37 PM
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Evolution of education: Middle schools in Israel to begin teaching Darwin's theory
Education Ministry to introduce the theory of evolution to seventh through ninth grade pupils across the education system.
By Lidar Gravé-Lazi,JEREMY SHARON \
6/1/2014 9:16:20 PM
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Police questioning welfare authorities over Kiryat Gat sex scandal
Police said Wednesday they had arrested a 38-year-old woman, launched probe following complaints that she had sexual relations with underage local boys.
By BEN HARTMAN,Lidar Gravé-Lazi \
6/1/2014 9:23:48 PM
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Growth in single-day visits to Israel boosts demand for private guided tours
By BEN JACOBSON \
6/1/2014 9:25:00 PM
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Code Red siren sounds in Sha'ar Hanegev Regional Council
By JPOST.COM STAFF \
6/1/2014 9:36:30 PM
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A chance encounter
Rina Schenfeld’s latest piece is based on the close relationship that
developed between her and fellow dancer Pina Bausch over the years.
By ORI J. LENKINSKI \
6/1/2014 9:37:49 PM
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The Prodigy throws a party in Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv Trade Fairs Center, May 29.
By VICTORIA KEZRA \
6/1/2014 9:43:27 PM
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Dangerous unity
Anyone listening to Hamas understands that not only will a unity deal fail to advance peace between Israelis and Palestinians, but that it will only boost terrorists and the opponents of peace.
By JPOST EDITORIAL \
6/1/2014 9:44:49 PM
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Israel Festival Review: Openings and Chani Dinur
Events throughout the month of May.
By URY EPPSTEIN,BARRY DAVIS \
6/1/2014 9:48:54 PM
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Judicial sources: Egypt rejects appeal of defeated presidential candidate
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 9:53:22 PM
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From Syria to Sweden: An inside look at the methods refugees employ to get to Europe
A personal account of the refugees seeking asylum and the perils they face at the hands of smugglers.
By RUZGAR MUHAMMAD \
6/2/2014 9:13:42 AM
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Is Zawahiri really losing his leadership?
Since Ayman al-Zawahiri was elected to be the new leader of al-Qaida in the aftermath of the elimination of the mythological leader Osama bin-Laden, he has faced a series of internal and external challenges.
By YORAM SCHWEITZER \
6/1/2014 9:57:38 PM
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The color of the Russian ‘green card’
Three years ago “elections” were held in Russia which were essentially a game of musical chairs between Vladimir Putin and Dmitry Medvedev in the roles of president and prime minister.
By TAL HARRIS \
6/1/2014 10:03:16 PM
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How false choices define and weaken US Middle East policy
The US administration’s strategy of creating simplistic false choices for the complex problems of the Middle East has strained the US-Israeli relationship, and undermined American foreign policy goals in the region.
ERIC R. MANDEL \
6/1/2014 10:05:31 PM
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Think about it: The growing strength of Europe’s extreme Right
In recent years there has certainly been a rise in anti-Semitic incidents in Europe, though there are countries where the situation is worse than in others.
By SUSAN HATTIS ROLEF \
6/1/2014 10:08:47 PM
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June 2: Some ‘legacy’
What the president is or isn’t, what the president does or doesn’t, what the president is supposed to do or not do is a matter of law and the political experience of the past 66 years.
By JERUSALEM POST READERS \
6/1/2014 10:13:07 PM
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Hypocrisy and self-righteousness?
Should Israelis and world Jewry be satisfied with the chief rabbis’ pronouncements during Pope Francis’s recent visit to Israel? On the surface, the answer is “yes.”
By URI REGEV \
6/1/2014 10:15:33 PM
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State Department denies reports of Kerry-Abbas meeting this week in Jordan
By MICHAEL WILNER,JPOST.COM STAFF \
6/1/2014 10:26:42 PM
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Hebrew University non-tenured staff in Humanities dept. to hold one day ‘warning’ strike
By LIDAR GRAVÉ-LAZI \
6/1/2014 10:32:08 PM
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Israeli hospitals admit dozens of Palestinian hunger strikers
IPS says security prisoners were placed under medical observation in accordance with Prison Service protocol.
By BEN HARTMAN \
6/1/2014 10:36:56 PM
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Kerry phones Abbas ahead of Fatah-Hamas unity gov't announcement
Netanyahu calls on international community not to recognize joint
Fatah-Hamas government; Israel: There are legal implications to the new bond
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH,TOVAH LAZAROFF \
6/1/2014 10:53:17 PM
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Treasury expands guarantees to medium-and long-term export
State to guarantee $530 m. of medium-to-long-term export deals through Israel Credit Insurance Company and another $300m. through private companies.
By NIV ELIS \
6/1/2014 11:02:20 PM
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Nine outstanding thinkers from four countries win Wolf Prize
Prize awarded for a "unique contribution to mankind and friendly relations among peoples."
By JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH \
6/1/2014 11:15:10 PM
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Opposition parties make inroads in Turkish local election rerun
By REUTERS \
6/1/2014 11:17:57 PM