Israel braces for fresh fire flare-up as temperatures set to skyrocket

(Worthy News) – Firefighters were bracing Friday for a fresh outbreak of wildfires, with temperatures expected to soar across the country a day after hot and dry conditions caused a rash of brushfires that consumed buildings and forced thousands from their homes.

Authorities were reportedly mulling declaring a national emergency Friday over fire fears. Temperatures are expected to reach a sweltering 110º F (43º C) in some areas between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. The Dead Sea and Jordan Valley are expected to see even higher temperatures, including an egg-frying 118º F (48º C) at the lowest place on earth.

Adding to mother nature’s woes are fears of airborne arson attacks from Gaza, with Fridays typically seeing an increase in tensions along the restive frontier. [ Source: Times of Israel (Read More…) ]

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Trump orders declassification of intelligence in Russia probe origins investigation

(Worthy News) – President Trump ordered the declassification Thursday night of certain intelligence to aid Attorney General William Barr in his investigation of the origins of government spying on the Trump presidential campaign in 2016.

In a directive to the CIA, the Director of National Intelligence, the Pentagon and several other federal agencies, Mr. Trump said Mr. Barr has the authority to declassify or downgrade “information or intelligence that relates to the attorney general’s review.”

The president directed the agencies to “promptly provide such assistance and information as the attorney general may request in connection with that review.” [ Source: Washington Times (Read More…) ]

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Democrats declare ‘war’ on GOP over abortion bills

(Worthy News) – Democrats declared “war” Thursday against Republican-led states approving new abortion restrictions, and announced legislation to codify abortion rights in federal law.

The legislation is unlikely to advance far in Congress, but it creates a flash point for lawmakers looking to push back against Alabama, Georgia, Missouri and other states that either have passed or are eyeing new limits on when an abortion can be obtained.

“Make no mistake. We’re at war,” said Rep. Lois Frankel, Florida Democrat. “The Trump administration and Republicans all over this country have declared war against the women trying to take away the right from us to make very important decisions about our health care.” [ Source: Washington Times (Read More…) ]

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