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[KOSHER POLITICS: Joe Rogan’s Not Antisemitic. Netflix’s Julia Haart and Jonah Hill Do Not Represent Jews]( NEW YORK (VIN Podcast) — In his latest episode, Yaakov M discusses podcaster Joe Rogan’s comments in defense of Ilhan Omar. Rogan said of course “Jews are into money”, and he seemed to suggest that Omar did not say something bad about Jews. Is Rogan an antisemite? Are Jews really more “into money” than any other […] [Read More »]( [Biden Yanks Human Rights Candidate Over Anti-Israel Comments]( WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration has withdrawn its pick of a human rights activist for a post at the Organization of American States for calling Israel an “apartheid state” and blasting a top House Democrat as being “Bought. Purchased. Controlled” by pro-Israel groups. The U.S. announced Friday the candidacy of James Cavallaro to serve […] [Read More »]( [Lakewood High School Admission System Collapses, Leaving Hundreds Scrambling to Get Accepted]( LAKEWOOD (VINnews) — The system for girls’ acceptance into High Schools, developed nearly two decades ago with the guidance of BMG Mashgiach Rav Matisyahu Salomon, has completely collapsed for this year, leaving parents and schools scrambling. The High School Vaad, established to ensure that all girls are placed, sent a letter to parents and schools […] [Read More »]( [Rising Toll Makes Quake Deadliest In Turkey’s Modern History]( ANTAKYA, Turkey (AP) — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced Tuesday that more than 35,000 people have died in Turkey as a result of last week’s earthquake, making it the deadliest such disaster since the country’s founding 100 years ago. While the death toll is almost certain to rise even further, many of the tens […] [Read More »]( [NY Court Nixes Fox News’ Bid To End Voting Tech Firm’s Suit]( NEW YORK (AP) — A New York appeals court on Tuesday rejected Fox News’ bid to shut down a multibillion-dollar defamation lawsuit accusing the network of spreading lies that a voting-technology company helped “steal” the 2020 election from then-U.S. President Donald Trump. A five-judge panel ruled unanimously against the network, host Maria Bartiromo and former […] [Read More »]( [1st Missile Strike At Aerial Object Over Lake Huron Missed]( BRUSSELS (AP) — The first U.S. missile fired at an unidentified aerial object over Lake Huron missed the target and “landed harmlessly” in the water before a second one successfully hit, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said Tuesday. The acknowledgment of the errant missile by Gen. Mark Milley came amid questions about […] [Read More »]( [Bill Gates Joins 26 Newcomers On List Of 50 Biggest Donors]( NEW YORK (AP) – As the ranks of America’s super wealthy grow, the roster of major philanthropists is expanding to include not-so-typical megadonors — among them, a professional clarinetist, a Ph.D. in meat science, and a lawyer who regularly argues before the U.S. Supreme Court. That’s according to a Chronicle of Philanthropy analysis of giving […] [Read More »]( [The Z’chus of the Nefesh HaChaim and Support of a Kollel]( by Rabbi Yair Hoffman Imagine, having the zchus of the Nefesh HaChaim – with you to answer your tefilos. Rav Reuvain Tzadok shlita, whose family descends from Rav Chaim Volozhin zt”l, is in the United States to raise funds for both the Kollel and needy families throughout Eretz Yisroel. Rav Chaim Volozhin was the author […] [Read More »]( [Jerusalem Hospitality Tent To Debut In Historic Kidron Valley]( JERUSALEM (JNS) – A new hospitality tent will be inaugurated on Wednesday in Jerusalem’s Kidron Valley, located between the Mount of Olives and the Old City. The tent, reminiscent of biblical times, will serve as a rest stop, offering visitors to the historic area complimentary drinks. The site, located next to the most ancient Jewish […] [Read More »]( [US Renews Warning It’ll Defend Philippines After China Spat]( MANILA, Philippines (AP) — The United States renewed a warning that it would defend its treaty ally if Filipino forces come under attack in the disputed South China Sea, after a Chinese coast guard ship allegedly hit a Philippine patrol vessel with military-grade laser that briefly blinded some of its crew. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. […] [Read More »]( [This “Hidden New York City Borough” Tops The List Of New Jersey’s 10 Most Instagrammable Cities]( New Jersey offers an array of historical points of interest to take advantage of for that perfect picture. Famous for its boardwalk, the state is lined with endless pockets of charm that make it an ideal place for Instagrammers from around the world. With a new study declaring Jersey City as the most Instagrammable city […] [Read More »]( [Turkey’s President Announces 35,418 Deaths In Last Week’s Earthquake, Making It Country’s Worst Disaster In A Century]( ISTANBUL, Turkey (AP) — Turkey’s president announces 35,418 deaths in last week’s earthquake, making it country’s worst disaster in a century. Eight days after the devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake, rescue teams are still pulling people out alive from the rubble in southern Turkey More than 37,800 people have been confirmed dead across Turkey and Syria. […] [Read More »]( [Former Prime Minister Olmert Calls For ‘War’ To Stop Judicial Reform]( JERUSALEM (JNS) – Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert on Monday called for the protest movement against the government’s judicial reform proposal to move to the next stage, one fueled by violent confrontation. “What is needed is to move to the next stage, the stage of war, and war is not waged with speeches. War […] [Read More »]( [US Inflation Slows To 6.4%, But Price Pressures Re-Emerge]( WASHINGTON (AP) — The pace of consumer price increases eased again in January compared with a year earlier, the latest sign that the high inflation that has gripped Americans for nearly two years is slowly easing. At the same time, Tuesday’s consumer price report from the government showed that inflationary pressures in the U.S. economy […] [Read More »]( [Israeli Cabinet Minister Rejects US Criticism On Settlements]( JERUSALEM (AP) – Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich vowed on Tuesday to promote unrestrained construction in Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria, despite opposition from the Biden administration. “The real answer to [Palestinian] terror is to continue to build, to continue to set roots in the Land of Israel,” said Smotrich at a meeting of […] [Read More »]( [Reports: T-Mobile Users Experience Service Outages Across US]( BELLEVUE, Wash. (AP) — Customers of wireless provider T-Mobile US Inc. reported widespread service outages in the U.S. late Monday, according to websites tracking service interruptions. Posts on Downdetector.com and Product-Reviews.net indicated T-Mobile service outages in multiple areas of the country. Many Twitter users also reported outages. Numerous posts by users said their service had […] [Read More »]( [Taiwan Threatens To Shoot Down Any Chinese Balloons]( BEIJING (AP) — Amid speculation over alleged Chinese spy balloons, Taiwan’s Defense Ministry said Tuesday it would shoot down any suspected military object coming close to its shores from mainland China. Maj. Gen. Huang Wen-chi, the assistant deputy chief of general staff for intelligence, told reporters that the self-governing island was on guard for any […] [Read More »]( [Nikki Haley Launches US Presidential Bid]( SOUTH CAROLINA (JNS) – Former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley officially launched her 2024 presidential campaign on Tuesday, becoming the first Republican candidate to formally toss their hat into the primary ring against former President Donald Trump. “It’s time for a new generation of leadership, to rediscover fiscal responsibility, secure our border, […] [Read More »]( [Gunman Kills 3, Then Himself At Michigan State University]( EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — A gunman who opened fire at Michigan State University killed three people and wounded five, setting off an hourslong manhunt as frightened students hid in classrooms and cars. The shooter eventually killed himself, police announced early Tuesday. Officials do not know why the 43-year-old man, whose name was not immediately […] [Read More »]( [Police Arrest East Jerusalem Arab Youth Who Says: ‘Terrorist Should Have Killed More People In Neve Yaakov’]( JERUSALEM (VINnews) — In a shocking example of the incitement and terrorist glorification which is rampant among East Jerusalem’s 350,000 Arabs, a young boy who was interviewed by an Israel TV Arab affairs reporter made numerous outrageous statements. The youth was later arrested and interrogated by Israeli police. At the beginning of the interview, an […] [Read More »]( [WATCH: Footage Of Ramming Attack At Ramot Junction On Friday, Passersby Eliminate Terrorist]( JERUSALEM (VINnews) — Pictures from a dash cam in a car adjacent to the car of the terrorist who perpetrated Friday’s deadly ramming attack show the terrorist’s blue car veering off the road and ramming into the bus stop. The car then came to a stop and passersby converged from various directions to treat the […] [Read More »]( [Kallah’s Father Broke Off Engagement After He Heard That Chasan’s Grandmother Was Buried In Gentile Cemetery]( JERUSALEM (VINnews) — A rabbi from the Israeli rabbinical court’s marriage department described a recent situation in which a thorough investigation of a family’s Jewish roots led to to the cancellation of a wedding two weeks before it was due to take place. Rabbi Chaim Kalmanowitz from the Ashdod marriage registrar’s office told of a […] [Read More »]( [In Israel TV Interview, Thomas Friedman Says: Judicial Reform Will Erode Israel’s Democracy, US-Israel Relations]( JERUSALEM (VINnews) — In an interview with Israeli journalist Moav Vardi from Israel television’s Kan news channel, New York Times journalist Thomas Friedman explained why he believes that the judicial reforms being proposed could rock Israel-US relations. Friedman said that Israel does not have a constitution like the US and this endangers the democratic fabric […] [Read More »]( [Feds Probe United Plane’s December Dip Near Ocean Off Hawaii]( WASHINGTON (AP) – Federal investigators are seeking more information about an incident in which a United Airlines plane dropped to within about 800 feet (250 meters) of the ocean surface after taking off from Hawaii. United says the pilots are getting additional training. The Boeing 777 dropped more than 1,400 feet (470 meters) before climbing […] [Read More »]( [Kosher Holiday Inn Kitchen Opens in Albany for Local Community And Travelers (VIDEO)]( ALBANY (VINnews) — For the first time ever, the capital city of Albany has a kosher kitchen located in a hotel. Ezra Friedlander, CEO, The Friedlander Group, a PR and lobbying firm, tweeted a video of the exciting new kosher dining location, conveniently located in the Holiday Inn Express. Did you know that In Albany […] [Read More »]( [US Criticizes Israeli Settlement Plans But Offers No Action]( JERUSALEM (AP) — The U.S. on Monday criticized new Israeli plans to build thousands of new homes for Jewish settlers in the West Bank, but gave no indication it would take any action against its close Middle Eastern ally. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office announced the plans late Sunday, saying they were in response […] [Read More »]( [Chabad’s Annual Kinus Hashluchos Draws 4,000 Women Emissaries]( NEW YOTK (JNS) – From Feb. 8-13, some 4,000 shluchos, Chabad women emissaries, from more than 100 countries gathered in and around the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn for the annual Kinus HaShluchos, whose agenda included workshops, speeches and Shabbat gatherings. It may well be the largest Jewish women-only gathering in the world. Speaking at […] [Read More »]( [Newborn Saved From Rubble In Quake-Hit Syria In Good Health]( BEIRUT (AP) — A baby girl born under the rubble of her family’s home in northern Syria after last week’s devastating earthquake was in good health Monday and being breast-fed by the wife of the director of the hospital where she is being cared for, her doctor said. The infant, named Aya — Arabic for […] [Read More »]( [GOP Launches Probe Into COVID Origins With Letter To Fauci]( WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans kicked off an investigation Monday into the origins of COVID-19 by issuing a series of letters to current and former Biden administration officials for documents and testimony. The Republican chairmen of the House Oversight Committee and the subcommittee on the coronavirus pandemic requested information from several people, including Dr. Anthony […] [Read More »]( [Aliens? Lack Of US Info On Shootdowns Breeds Wild Ideas]( WASHINGTON (AP) — With few confirmed details from President Joe Biden’s White House, the downing of three unknown aerial objects in as many days by U.S. fighter jets has prompted wild speculation about what they were and where they came from. It even fell to his press secretary on Monday to announce earnestly there was […] [Read More »]( [Share]( [Share]( [Tweet]( [Tweet]( [Forward]( [Forward]( Copyright © 2023 Vos Is Neias, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: Vos Is Neias 7939 West Ridgewood Rd.New York, NY 10028 [Add us to your address book]( Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list](.