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A Florida congressional race has escalated into a national controversy involving antisemitism, dual citizenship and tensions between Armenian and Jewish advocacy groups. The dispute between Representative Randy Fine and candidate Dan Bilzerian has drawn in broader debates over Israel, Azerbaijan and political rhetoric.
The Supreme Court is set to release 98 million shekels in frozen education funds only to haredi schools that teach required core subjects. The ruling follows controversy over the transfer of one billion shekels approved despite many schools not meeting curriculum standards.
May 13, 2026
Donald Trump arrives in Beijing for talks with Xi Jinping focused on trade, tariffs, and Taiwan. The summit comes amid rising global tensions and economic uncertainty between the United States and China.
May 13, 2026
Microsoft Israel’s leadership has been reshuffled after an internal investigation found violations tied to defense cloud contracts. The subsidiary is now overseen by Microsoft France as the company reassesses its relationship with Israel’s Ministry of Defense.
May 13, 2026
Florida is preparing to shut down the migrant detention center known as Alligator Alcatraz and transfer detainees by early June. Federal officials say they are still evaluating detention needs, while advocates have criticized conditions at the remote facility.
A shortage of Alphonso mangoes has pushed up prices and reduced supplies in south London at the height of the season. Traders cite poor harvests in India and higher transport costs linked to Middle East conflict.
May 13, 2026
A major analysis of nearly four and a half million people links both short and long sleep durations to higher dementia risk. Researchers say balanced sleep, regular exercise, and less sitting could help prevent or delay up to half of cases.
A new marine survey recorded 18 dolphins, a rare brown booby, and mating loggerhead turtles off Israel’s coast. Researchers say the findings reflect a healthy Mediterranean ecosystem.
Experts are raising concerns that a cruise ship hantavirus outbreak could pose a broader threat. Evidence from past outbreaks suggests possible airborne spread and transmission before symptoms appear.
TimesofIsraelReport: US military considering switching name of Iran war to 'Operation Sledgehammer' if ceasefire collapsesMay 13, 2026
The United States military is considering renaming its conflict with Iran if fighting resumes after a ceasefire. Officials say the move could help reset the timeline for congressional authorization of war.
An intelligence report says Iran has restored access to about 70 percent of its missile launchers, contradicting earlier claims that its military had been crushed. The White House and Defense Department strongly dispute the assessment.
Pakistan has finalized contingency plans to evacuate Hajj pilgrims if regional conflict disrupts flights. Officials are also seeking to expand the Route to Makkah initiative and increase the country’s Hajj quota.






