The headline news from March 17, 2015

The archive of all headlines from March 17, 2015, organized by time of publication.

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Netanyahu vows no Palestinian state

BBC  17/Mar/2015 00:20:06

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he will not allow the creation of a Palestinian state if he is re-elected on Tuesday.

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Murder charge filed against Robert Durst for cold-case killing of L.A. writer

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 00:35:08

Los Angeles County prosecutors file a murder charge against real estate scion Robert Durst in the December 2000 killing of his longtime friend Susan Berman. More on the Durst case

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Murder charge filed against Durst in L.A. writer's death

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 00:40:09

Real estate scion Robert Durst is charged in the December 2000 killing of his longtime friend Susan Berman. More on the Durst case

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Meet the Man Who Could Replace Netanyahu as Israeli Leader

NBC News  17/Mar/2015 01:10:05

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Robert Durst charged with first-degree murder

The Guardian  17/Mar/2015 01:10:07

The heir to a New York real estate fortune is accused of killing Susan Berman, the daughter of a Las Vegas gangster, and could face the death penalty if convicted

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Robert Durst charged with first-degree murder

The Guardian  17/Mar/2015 01:15:06

Heir to a New York real estate fortune is accused of killing Susan Berman and could face the death penalty if convicted

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Netanyahu says no Palestinian state if he wins

Washingtonpost  17/Mar/2015 02:10:06

The prime minister’s assertion on the eve of Israel’s election appeared to reverse his previous declarations of support of a two-state solution, and it marks the second time in a month that he has chosen to confront Washington directly.

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Iran Sent Armsto Iraq to FightISIS in Tikrit,U.S. SaysNYT Now

New York Times  17/Mar/2015 03:10:04

American officials fear the rockets and missiles could further inflame sectarian tensions and cause civilian casualties because they are not precision guided.

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Putin Reappears in Public

Wall Street Journal  17/Mar/2015 03:20:09

Russia’s president appeared in front of reporters for the first time since March 5, brushing off speculation about his health as gossip.

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Durst, charged with murdering L.A. writer, faces new weapons charges

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 03:25:08

Real estate scion Robert Durst is charged in the December 2000 killing of his longtime friend Susan Berman. More on the Durst case

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ISIS grabs foreigners

CNN  17/Mar/2015 03:35:04

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Israel prepares for key election

BBC  17/Mar/2015 04:15:03

Polls are due to open in the Israeli election, which is expected to be a close fight between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and a centre-left alliance.

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Iran Sent Armsto Iraq to FightISIS in Tikrit,U.S. SaysNYT Now

New York Times  17/Mar/2015 04:45:04

American officials fear the rockets and missiles could further inflame sectarian tensions and cause civilian casualties because they are not precision-guided.

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Wall Street Journal  17/Mar/2015 05:40:13

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Putin Reappears in Public

Wall Street Journal  17/Mar/2015 05:45:13

Russia’s president appeared in front of reporters for the first time since March 5, brushing off speculation about his health as gossip.

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For friends of Susan Berman, Durst's arrest comes as a relief

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 06:00:11

In the years after Susan Berman was killed, a close friend of Susan Berman says he had his suspicions but doubted Robert Durst would see a courtroom — that all changed on Saturday when authorities arrested Durst. More on the Durst case

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For friends of Susan Berman, Durst's arrest comes as a relief

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 06:05:13

A longtime friend of Susan Berman says he had suspicions but doubted Robert Durst would see a courtroom ¿ that all changed on Saturday when authorities arrested Durst in New Orleans. More on the Durst case

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Israelis go to polls in tight race

BBC  17/Mar/2015 06:10:03

Polls open in Israel in what is expected to be a close fight between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and a centre-left alliance.

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For friends of Susan Berman, Durst's arrest comes as a relief

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 06:25:08

A longtime friend of Susan Berman says he had suspicions but doubted Robert Durst would see a courtroom — that all changed on Saturday when authorities arrested Durst in New Orleans. More on the Durst case

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Israel polls open

CNN  17/Mar/2015 06:35:01

Israelis vote in parliamentary elections

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For friends of Susan Berman, Durst's arrest comes as a relief

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 06:35:08

A longtime friend of Susan Berman says he had suspicions about who killed her but doubted Robert Durst would see a courtroom — that changed Saturday when authorities arrested Durst in New Orleans. More on the Durst case

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For friends of Susan Berman, Durst's arrest comes as a relief

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 06:40:09

Real estate scion Robert Durst is charged in the December 2000 killing of his longtime friend Susan Berman. More on the Durst case

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Israel’s polls open

CNN  17/Mar/2015 06:50:02

Israelis vote in parliamentary elections

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Israel votes

CNN  17/Mar/2015 06:55:02

Polls open in parliamentary elections

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Israel votes

CNN  17/Mar/2015 07:05:04

Polls open in Israel’s parliamentary elections

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Will evidence in Robert Durst trial be 'Jinxed'?

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 07:20:08

As Los Angeles prosecutors file murder charges against Robert Durst, it remains an open question how much of the evidence uncovered in the documentary, which also includes arguably incriminating statements by Durst, will be in the courtroom. More on the Durst case

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Will evidence in Robert Durst trial be 'Jinxed'?

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 07:25:08

Prosecutors file murder charges against Robert Durst as questions remain about how much of the evidence uncovered in the documentary will be in the courtroom. More on the Durst case

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George W. Bush: “My Dad Was Meeting with the Brother of Osama on September 11, 2001. Does That Make Him a Terror Suspect?”

Globalresearch  17/Mar/2015 07:55:06

Ironically, the anti-terrorist legislation does not apply to politicians in high office. Individuals can be arrested but presidents and prime ministers are allowed to mingle and socialize with family members of the World’s most renowned terrorist.

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Meet the Man Who Could Replace Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu

NBC News  17/Mar/2015 08:20:07

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Elton John Slams Dolce and Gabbana’s Views on Gay Parenting

Wall Street Journal  17/Mar/2015 09:20:13

A group of top gerontologists plans to test a pill that could prevent or delay some of the most debilitating diseases of old age, including Alzheimer’s and cardiovascular disease.

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Israel picks a leader

CNN  17/Mar/2015 09:55:07

Polls open in Israel’s parliamentary elections

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Is this the end for Bibi?

CNN  17/Mar/2015 10:05:03

Polls open in Israel’s parliamentary elections

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Netanyahu battles for fourth term

BBC  17/Mar/2015 10:05:04

Polls open in Israel in what is expected to be a close fight between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and a centre-left alliance.

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American Basketball Players Lace It Up in Iraq

Wall Street Journal  17/Mar/2015 10:10:09

A group of top gerontologists plans to test a pill that could prevent or delay some of the most debilitating diseases of old age, including Alzheimer’s and cardiovascular disease.

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American Dream Home: What’s the Middle Class Without A House?

NBC News  17/Mar/2015 10:20:08

In Plain Sight

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American Dream: What’s the Middle Class Without a House?

NBC News  17/Mar/2015 10:25:07

In Plain Sight

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Empowered by U.S., Afghan Militias Inspire Fear in VillagesNYT Now

New York Times  17/Mar/2015 10:50:03

The leaders of some militias in Afghanistan, brought to power amid an American counterinsurgency strategy against the Taliban, continue to rule villages where people say the militias have turned to kidnappings and extortion.

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Israelis vote as Netanyahu faces tough re-election

Washingtonpost  17/Mar/2015 11:05:08

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking a historic fourth term in office, but he is facing a surprisingly tough challenge from the head of the opposition.

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Netanyahu battles for fourth term

BBC  17/Mar/2015 11:15:09

Voting is under way in Israel in what is expected to be a close fight between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and a centre-left alliance.

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Israelis vote as Netanyahu faces tough reelection

Washingtonpost  17/Mar/2015 11:15:17

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking a historic fourth term in office, but he is facing a surprisingly tough challenge from the head of the opposition.

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Polls open in Israel at end of bitter election campaign

The Guardian  17/Mar/2015 12:25:09

Analysts predict one of the largest turnouts since 1999 as Binyamin Netanyahu fights for his leadership

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Israelis Vote asNetanyahuStruggles toRetain PowerNYT Now

New York Times  17/Mar/2015 12:30:05

Israel holds national elections Tuesday to determine if Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his Likud Party will earn a third consecutive term, or if the Zionist Union will garner enough seats to form a new government.

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American Basketball Players Lace It Up in Iraq

Wall Street Journal  17/Mar/2015 12:30:11

Children with parents overly involved in their lives tend to be less physically active, a study finds. Plus, a possible link between tubal ligation and a lower rate of ovarian cancer.

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U.K.’s Prince Harry to Leave Army in June

Wall Street Journal  17/Mar/2015 12:50:08

Children with parents overly involved in their lives tend to be less physically active, a study finds. Plus, a possible link between tubal ligation and a lower rate of ovarian cancer.

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NBC News  17/Mar/2015 13:35:09

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American Dream: What’s the Middle Class Without a House?

NBC News  17/Mar/2015 13:40:08

In Plain Sight

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Too Much Parenting, Not Enough Exercise

Wall Street Journal  17/Mar/2015 13:40:10

Children with parents overly involved in their lives tend to be less physically active, a study finds. Plus, a possible link between tubal ligation and a lower rate of ovarian cancer.

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Israelis go to polls after bitter election campaign

The Guardian  17/Mar/2015 14:05:08

Analysts predict one of the largest turnouts since 1999 as Binyamin Netanyahu fights for his leadership

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Durst's muttered 'confession' lifts decades-long burden

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 14:55:09

Hearing the real estate scion mutter that he 'killed them all, of course' into a microphone was a moment his former brother-in-law had been waiting to hear for decades. More on the Durst case

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Netanyahu says his government is ‘in danger’

Washingtonpost  17/Mar/2015 15:25:08

The alarm from Netanyahu reflected the tight margins in his bid to hold back a surging challenge from the Labor Party as voters headed to the polls today.

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Israel votes Polls open after bitter election campaign

The Guardian  17/Mar/2015 16:25:07

Analysts predict one of the largest turnouts since 1999 as Binyamin Netanyahu fights for his leadership

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Durst's return to Los Angeles delayed at least 5 days

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 16:55:09

The return of the real estate scion to face murder charges is set back as New Orleans authorities determine how to handle lesser allegations related to possession of a firearm and marijuana. More on the Durst case

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Durst's extradition to L.A. delayed at least 5 days

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 17:05:08

The return of the real estate scion to face murder charges is set back as New Orleans authorities determine how to handle lesser allegations related to possession of a firearm and marijuana. More on the Durst case

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Israel elections Votes cast as Netanyahu and Herzog make final pitches

The Guardian  17/Mar/2015 17:20:09

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Scientists’ New Goal: Growing Old Without Disease

Wall Street Journal  17/Mar/2015 17:40:08

A group of top gerontologists plans to test a pill that could prevent or delay some of the most debilitating diseases of old age, including Alzheimer’s and cardiovascular disease.

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U.S. loses sight of $500 million in aid to Yemen

Washingtonpost  17/Mar/2015 17:50:07

With Yemen in chaos, the Pentagon cannot account for the weaponry, aircraft and equipment, amid fears that the aid is at risk of being seized by Iranian-backed rebels or al-Qaeda, according to officials.

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’Urgent wake-up call’

CNN  17/Mar/2015 18:00:03

Israel poll: Netanyahu warns ’right regime in danger’

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Durst's attorney may fight extradition to L.A. to face murder charge

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 18:35:09

The return of the real estate scion to face murder charges is set back as New Orleans authorities determine how to handle lesser allegations related to possession of a firearm and marijuana. More on the Durst case

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49ers' Chris Borland, 24, retires because of brain injury concerns

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 18:55:09

After just one NFL season, San Francisco linebacker Chris Borland, who looked like the future of the 49ers' defense, will retire out of concerns about the long-term effects of brain injuries. Sports NowAshley Judd to press charges over vulgar tweets during Kentucky game

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U.S. Air Force Vet Charged With Trying to Join ISIS

NBC News  17/Mar/2015 19:00:09

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U.S. loses track of $500 million in aid to Yemen

Washingtonpost  17/Mar/2015 19:00:10

With Yemen in chaos, the Pentagon cannot account for the weaponry, aircraft and equipment, amid fears that the aid is at risk of being seized by Iranian-backed rebels or al-Qaeda, according to officials.

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U.S. loses track of weapons, aid given to Yemen

Washingtonpost  17/Mar/2015 19:15:08

With Yemen in chaos, the U.S. cannot account for $500 million in weaponry, aircraft and equipment, amid fears that it is at risk of being seized by rebels or al-Qaeda, according to officials.

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Israel elections Netanyahu and Herzog vie for votes in final hours

The Guardian  17/Mar/2015 19:30:10

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Netanyahu battles for fourth term

BBC  17/Mar/2015 19:40:03

Millions of Israelis vote in what is expected to be a close fight between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party and a centre-left alliance.

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‘Italy’s Back?’ Some Real-Estate Investors Skeptical

Wall Street Journal  17/Mar/2015 19:40:09

Many investors attending a conference sponsored by the Italian real-estate industry said they remained wary of investing there. A big concern: There hasn’t been a major repricing of real-estate values.

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49ers' Chris Borland, 24, retires because of brain injury concerns

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 19:50:07

After just one NFL season, San Francisco linebacker Chris Borland, who looked like the future of the 49ers' defense, will retire out of concerns about the long-term effects of brain injuries. L.A. NowWhile they were helping hit-and-run victim, their rings, wallet were stolen

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At the Repair Cafe, volunteers fix items for free

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 20:05:08

Anyone is welcome to bring anything in need of TLC to the cafe's monthly fix-it fest in Pasadena. Sports Now49ers' Chris Borland, 24, retires because of brain injury concerns

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Repair Cafe fixes toasters, scissors, compost bins… and maybe the world

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 20:20:10

Anyone is welcome to bring anything in need of TLC to the cafe's monthly fix-it fest in Pasadena. Sports Now49ers' Chris Borland, 24, retires because of brain injury concerns

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’No clear winner’ in Israeli vote

BBC  17/Mar/2015 21:05:02

Neither Israel’s governing Likud party nor opposition Zionist Union has clear lead as voting closes - exit polls

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Israel elections Netanyahu and Herzog neck-and-neck as polls close

The Guardian  17/Mar/2015 21:10:07

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No clear winner in Israeli vote

BBC  17/Mar/2015 21:15:05

Neither Israel’s governing Likud party nor the opposition Zionist Union has a clear lead in Israel’s general election, exit polls suggest.

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Split the vote

CNN  17/Mar/2015 21:20:05

So close: Exit polls indicate neck-and-neck race

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Israel elections First exit polls report deadlock for Netanyahu and Herzog

The Guardian  17/Mar/2015 21:20:11

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Israeli ElectionToo Close toCall, Media andExit Polls SayNYT Now

New York Times  17/Mar/2015 21:25:04

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his chief challenger, Isaac Herzog, appeared to win about the same number of seats in Parliament on Tuesday, according to Israeli media and exit polls.

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Israeli exit polls show race in virtual deadlock

Washingtonpost  17/Mar/2015 21:30:07

After voting came to an end, an early exit poll gave Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s party a slight, one-seat lead in the country’s parliament but said the race was too close to call.

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No clear winner in Israeli vote

BBC  17/Mar/2015 21:35:02

Neither Israel’s governing Likud party nor the opposition Zionist Union has a clear lead in Israel’s general election, exit polls show.

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Repair Cafe fixes toasters, scissors, compost bins… and maybe the world

Los Angeles Times  17/Mar/2015 21:35:09

Anyone is welcome to bring anything in need of TLC to the cafe's monthly fix-it fest in Pasadena. COMPANY TOWNApple TV 'skinny' bundle could accelerate cord cutting

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No clear winner in Israeli vote

BBC  17/Mar/2015 21:40:03

Neither Israel’s governing Likud party nor the opposition Zionist Union has a clear lead in Israel’s general election, exit polls suggest.

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Sync the Family’s Tech So Everybody’s Happy

Wall Street Journal  17/Mar/2015 22:00:09

Personal Technology: Geoffrey A. Fowler reveals the tech tricks to make sure everyone gets their fair share of Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, Netflix and more.

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No clear winner in Israeli vote

BBC  17/Mar/2015 22:10:03

Neither Israel’s governing Likud party nor the opposition Zionist Union has a clear lead in Israel’s general election, exit polls show.

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Meet the American Volunteers Fighting ISIS

NBC News  17/Mar/2015 22:10:07

ISIS Terror

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Israeli exit polls show race in virtual deadlock

Washingtonpost  17/Mar/2015 22:15:08

Exit polls showed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party winning either 27 or 28 parliament seats, as opposed to 27 for the Zionist Union. A governing coaltion would need 61 seats.

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Israel elections Netanyahu declares ’victory’ as exit polls show tie with Herzog

The Guardian  17/Mar/2015 22:40:08

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Too close to split

CNN  17/Mar/2015 22:45:01

In neck-and-neck race, Netanyahu claims win

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No clear winner in Israeli vote

BBC  17/Mar/2015 22:55:03

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party and the opposition Zionist Union are neck-and-neck in Israel’s general election, exit polls show.

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Wall Street Journal  17/Mar/2015 22:55:13

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Sync the Family’s Tech So Everybody’s Happy

Wall Street Journal  17/Mar/2015 23:00:11

Personal Technology: Geoffrey A. Fowler reveals the tech tricks to make sure everyone gets their fair share of Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, Netflix and more.

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No clear winner in Israeli vote

BBC  17/Mar/2015 23:10:05

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party and the opposition Zionist Union are neck-and-neck in Israel’s general election, exit polls show.

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‘Italy’s Back?’ Some Real-Estate Investors Skeptical

Wall Street Journal  17/Mar/2015 23:15:11

Many investors attending a conference sponsored by the Italian real-estate industry said they remained wary of investing there. A big concern: There hasn’t been a major repricing of real-estate values.

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Israeli ElectionToo Close toCall, Exit Pollsand Media SayNYT Now

New York Times  17/Mar/2015 23:25:04

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his chief challenger, Isaac Herzog, appeared to win about the same number of seats in Parliament on Tuesday, according to Israeli media and exit polls.

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Israeli exit polls show race in a virtual tie

Washingtonpost  17/Mar/2015 23:35:08

Prime Minister Netanyahu declared victory, but his claim could be premature. If returns reflect exit polling, either he or the Labor Party’s Isaac Herzog may be called upon to form the next government.

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’Pure Evil’: Meet the American Volunteers Fighting ISIS

NBC News  17/Mar/2015 23:40:07

ISIS Terror

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