America

Trump has no basis to deploy troops to Chicago, Democratic leader Jeffries says

In the wake of Donald Trump's deployment of the National Guard to Washington, DC, the president has now set his sights on Chicago.

 US President Donald Trump speaks with reporters as he departs for travel to Pennsylvania from the South Lawn at the White House in Washington, July 15, 2025; illustrative.
SERBER WENT on ‘The Jerusalem Post Podcast’ to discuss her journey creating content focused on her favorite grocery store.

Beyond the aisles: meet the woman behind the Kosher Trader Joe’s phenomenon

Bedouin fighters stand together, following the Syrian presidency's announcement of a ceasefire after days of violence in Sweida province triggered by clashes between Bedouin fighters and Druze factions, in Sweida, Syria, July 19, 2025

Syrian extremists executed American Druze who sought to aid his family

THE MACY’S 4th of July Fireworks show is seen from Brooklyn, New York. As Americans marked Independence Day, a striking new Gallup poll revealed a troubling fracture in the American soul, says the writer.

Patriotic crisis: American's can be proud of the US and protest the gov't - opinion


'Ash-Winged Dawn Goddess': Oldest North American pterosaur fossil found

Jaw, wing bone, and tooth of Eotephradactylus mcintireae (209.2 Ma) reveal a floodplain ecosystem with fish, giant amphibians, and early turtles before the end-Triassic mass extinction.

 'Ash-Winged Dawn Goddess': Oldest North American pterosaur fossil found.

Summer camp ‘shlichim’ bring Israel to North America - opinion

They build strong, personal relationships with campers, helping them develop a meaningful connection to the Jewish state and Jewish people.

 FROM THE earliest stages of this season at The Jewish Agency for Israel’s Summer Shlichut Program, it was clear that significant challenges awaited us, says the writer.

On this day: the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant self-declares its caliphate in northern Iraq

On June 29, 2014, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi declared the establishment of the Islamic State caliphate in Iraq and Syria. Following this, ISIS launched a major offensive in northern Iraq and Syria.

 An ISIS member carries an Islamic State flag in Syria.

American Vogue's top job opens for first time in 37 years as Wintour shifts focus

After nearly four decades at the helm of American Vogue, Anna Wintour is making room at the top - but she's not stepping down just yet.

 ANNA WINTOUR poses on the carpet at the 2021 CFDA Awards in New York, in November. Antisemitism should never be in ‘Vogue.’

New radiocarbon dating confirms humans in North America 23,000 years ago

New analysis confirmed the date of the footprints, with the mud dating between 20,700 and 22,400 years old.

 New radiocarbon dating confirms humans in North America 23,000 years ago.

US working to evacuate citizens wishing to leave Israel, ambassador says

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee announced that those citizens who wished to leave must enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) before leaving.

Foreign nationals board buses to evacuate Israel via Egypt, following the security situation, in Tel Aviv, June 17, 2025

After intense training, Sydney Sweeney gains over 30 pounds to portray boxer

After intense training, Sweeney says, 'My body was completely different. None of my clothes fit me... I was so strong, crazy strong!'.

 Sydney Sweeney at the Los Angeles premiere of 'Madame Web'.

The perils of 'America only': A path to global chaos - opinion

A growing push for isolationism on the American right could weaken U.S. alliances, strengthen enemies, and put America’s security at risk.

 America only Vs. America first AI

Earliest known domestic cat remains in America found in 466-year-old Spanish shipwreck near Florida

Sailors shared supplies with cats, suggesting they were part of the crew.

 Found in a shipwreck. Illustration.

IDF, Shin Bet chief give final tactical approvals for widened Gaza invasion

Hamas could still avoid increased attacks if it cuts a deal before mid-May.

 IDF soldiers operate in the Gaza Strip, January 2024.

America's New Bull Market and the Unknown Top for Gold | John Johnston

John Johnston forecasts a potential "new bull market" in America driven by policy shifts, while gold's top remains elusive amidst unusual market ratios.

 America's New Bull Market and the Unknown Top for Gold | John Johnston