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US Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton speaks during a campaign rally in Tempe, Arizona, on November 2, 2016. (AFP/Jewel Samad)
November 5, 2016, 9:03 am
Clinton touts optimism against Trump’s grim warnings
Forecasts based on polling averages still give Democratic party nominee an edge over Republican property mogul ahead of Tuesday's vote
By AFP
A supporter of US Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump stands up and shouts as US President Barack Obama speaks during a Hillary for America campaign event at Fayetteville State University in Fayetteville, North Carolina, November 4, 2016. (AFP/Jim Watson)
November 5, 2016, 4:57 am
Claims of election fraud resonate with growing audience
Among Trump supporters, about 35% say they will likely accept the results if Clinton wins
By George Jahn
Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton, right, and Republican nominee Donald Trump walk off the stage after the final presidential debate at the Thomas & Mack Center on the campus of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada on October 19, 2016. (Robyn Beck/AFP)
November 4, 2016, 4:47 pm
FBI is ‘Trumpland’ and agents are leaking to harm Clinton, report claims
The Guardian quotes unnamed current and former FBI agents who say there is deep resentment in the agency
By TOI staff
This file photo taken on September 10, 2016 shows Libertarian presidential candidate Gary Johnson speaking to supporters at a rally in New York. (AFP/Bryan R. Smith)
November 4, 2016, 3:01 pm
Gary Johnson says he would be ‘hands off’ on Israel
In wide-ranging interview, Libertarian Party candidate sees no need to intervene in Israeli-Palestinian conflict, is skeptical on Iran deal
By Ben Birnbaum
US Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton in Dade City, Florida, on November 1, 2016, and US Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump in Warren, Michigan, October 31, 2016 in Warren, Michigan. (AFP/Jewel Samad and Jeff Kowalsky)
November 4, 2016, 11:05 am
Clinton, Trump stage dueling rallies as race narrows
Democratic presidential nominee unleashes Obama to bolster her case, while Trump deployes wife Melania to soften his brash image
By Jewel Samad and Michael Mathes
View of the Hebrew University on Mount Scopus seen from Jerusalem's Old City, on June 10, 2015. (Hadas Parush/Flash90)
November 3, 2016, 2:07 pm
3-day old Hebrew University strike resolved – Bennett
Education Minister says studies to start again next week, university says it doesn't have enough money to fund the year
By Gavin Rabinowitz
US President Barack Obama speaks to a crowd of 16,000 people while campaigning for Democratic Presidential nominee Hillary Clinton at the University of Chapel Hill on November 2, 2016 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. (Sara D. Davis/Getty Images/AFP)
November 3, 2016, 1:34 am
Obama warns ‘fate of the republic’ rests on voters’ shoulders
As Trump gains ground, president tells North Carolina rally: 'The fate of the world is teetering and you need to make sure we push it in the right direction'
By AFP and AP
Obama discusses Hillary Clinton's emails in an interview with NowThisNews, November 2, 2016. (Screen capture: YouTube)
November 2, 2016, 9:05 pm
Criticizing FBI chief, Obama says email probe should not ‘operate on innuendo’
In first comments on dispute that has rocked final days of campaign, president indicates James Comey departed from norms
By AFP
V15 activists convene at their campaign offices in Jerusalem on February 09, 2015. (photo credit: Miriam Alster/FLASH90)
November 1, 2016, 8:54 pm
In shadow of ugly US election, Israel’s NGO finance bill to get makeover
Likud MK warns that without law to cap donations for political bodies, Israel's next campaigns will resemble those of America
By Marissa Newman
US Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton (R) talks to her staff as aide Huma Abedin listens on board their campaign plane at the Westchester County Airport in White Plains, New York, before leaving for campaign rallies on October 28, 2016. (AFP PHOTO/Jewel SAMAD)
November 1, 2016, 7:52 pm
Democratic congressional nominees threatened by new Clinton scandal
Down-ballot candidates in several competitive states face GOP onslaught following FBI chief's statement
By Matthew Daly and Andrew Taylor
This combination of images shows Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump in Roanoke, Virginia, September 24, 2016 and Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton in Orlando, Florida, September 21, 2016. (AFP/DESK)
November 1, 2016, 2:38 pm
Viber launches bot to poll its 800 million users on US elections
Company hopes to add to political discussion by bringing polling to social messaging applications
By Luke Tress
Senator Pat Toomey during a news conference in Philadelphia, May 9, 2016. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
November 1, 2016, 2:14 pm
Republican Jewish Coalition drops $500,000 on Pennsylvania Senate vote
In tight race, incumbent Pat Toomey runs ads focused on J Street-backed opponent's support for Iran deal
By JTA
The Jerusalem Light Rail passing the Notre Dame Pontifical Institute. (Shmuel Bar-Am)
November 1, 2016, 1:55 pm
Israel to extend Jerusalem light rail to surrounding settlements
Transport minister undeterred by critics, says Jerusalem neighborhoods over Green Line and settlements deserve same services
By Gavin Rabinowitz
US Rep. Patrick Murphy, left, is taking on Sen. Marco Rubio in Florida in the 2016 race. (Getty Images via JTA)
November 1, 2016, 4:20 am
The Jewish vote: Senate races to watch
From progressive mainstay Russ Feingold to assault rifle-assembling Jason Kander, Jews and Jewish issues figure prominently in several competitive contests
By Ron Kampeas
The president of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Hassan Rouhani, addresses the 71st UN general assembly debate at the UN headquarters in New York City, on September 22, 2016. (Amir Levy/FLASH90)
October 26, 2016, 3:10 pm
Tawdry US campaign a gift for Iranian hardliners
Unsavory election rhetoric lapped up by officials in Tehran, particularly those who remain opposed to closer ties with US
By Eric RANDOLPH
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