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Israel Opens Bids for Controversial West Bank Settlement Project -- Israel has opened bids to build 1,234 new homes in the E1 area of the occupied West Bank, east of Jerusalem, moving one of the region’s most controversial settlement projects closer to construction. The tender covers part of a larger plan for 3,401 housing units that was approved earlier. The development has drawn strong international criticism because of the strategic location of E1 between East Jerusalem and the Israeli settlement of Ma’ale Adumim. -- Critics say construction in E1 could effectively split the West Bank into two parts, while creating a continuous Israeli-built area between Jerusalem and Ma’ale Adumim. They argue this could make it more difficult to establish a geographically connected Palestinian state and could further isolate East Jerusalem from surrounding Palestinian areas. Human Rights Watch has described the tender as a significant step toward implementing the controversial project. -- The United Kingdom has strongly condemned the move, with Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband calling the tender an “unacceptable and destructive act” and warning that construction in E1 could threaten the viability of a future Palestinian state. The UK has also summoned Israel’s chargé d’affaires over the decision. -- The timing is adding another political dimension to the controversy. Bids are due just days before Israel’s October 27 election, leading opponents to argue that the project could make it more difficult for a future government to reverse the decision once the process advances. Human Rights Watch said the tender deadline was set shortly before the election. -- The E1 project has been controversial for years because of its location and potential impact on the geography of the West Bank. Israel maintains that it has the authority to develop the area, while Palestinians and much of the international community oppose the settlement expansion. The United Nations and other governments have repeatedly warned that settlement activity threatens prospects for a negotiated two-state solution. -- For now, the opening of bids represents a significant step from planning toward practical implementation. With international criticism growing and Israel approaching an election, the E1 project is likely to remain at the centre of debate over settlements, Palestinian statehood and the future political map of the region. -- Visit: www.jtimes.com Photo Credit: -- #Israel #WestBank #E1 #Palestine #MiddleEast

Trump Pushes Congress to Pass Crypto Bill -- President Donald Trump is urging Congress to pass the CLARITY Act, legislation designed to establish clearer rules for the rapidly growing cryptocurrency industry. At a White House meeting with major crypto executives, Trump called for Congress to approve what he described as a “fair version” of the bill, arguing that clearer regulations could strengthen the United States’ position in the global digital-asset market. -- The CLARITY Act would help determine whether different digital assets should be treated as securities or commodities and clarify which federal agencies, including the SEC and CFTC, would oversee them. For crypto companies, supporters say clearer rules could reduce regulatory uncertainty and encourage more investment and innovation in the United States. -- But the legislation is facing resistance in the Senate. One of the biggest concerns involves potential conflicts of interest, particularly because Trump and his family have significant financial interests in cryptocurrency ventures. Critics argue that lawmakers should ensure the legislation cannot be used to financially benefit politicians or public officials. Trump has defended his position, saying his family's businesses are independently managed. -- The debate comes as cryptocurrency markets react positively to Trump's renewed support. Bitcoin climbed above $70,000, while several major crypto-related stocks also gained following the White House push. -- For the crypto industry, the CLARITY Act could become a major turning point. If Congress passes it, the United States could have a more defined regulatory framework for digital assets, potentially giving businesses greater confidence to develop and expand. But if lawmakers remain divided over ethics, consumer protection and the role of government agencies, the legislation could continue to face delays. -- The bigger question is whether Washington can create rules that encourage crypto innovation while protecting investors and preventing conflicts of interest. With the digital-asset industry becoming increasingly connected to mainstream finance, the outcome of the CLARITY Act debate could shape the future of crypto in the United States. -- Visit: www.jtimes.com Photo Credit: -- #Trump #Crypto #Bitcoin #CLARITYAct #CryptoNews

Azzi Fudd Ruled Out for Remainder of WNBA Season -- Dallas Wings rookie Azzi Fudd, the WNBA’s No. 1 overall draft pick, will miss the rest of the season with a right knee injury. Fudd will undergo arthroscopic surgery next week and begin rehabilitation immediately. The 23-year-old averaged 13.1 points per game in her rookie season and led all WNBA rookies in steals. It’s another setback for Fudd, who has previously suffered multiple serious injuries to the same knee. -- Visit: www.jadetimes.com Photo Credit: Pamela Smith/AP, Sam Hodde/Getty Images, Chris Jones-Imagn Images, AP Photo/Eric Gay, threads., sports.yahoo.com -- #AzziFudd #DallasWings #WNBA #WNBAnews #WNBANews #WNBADraft #WNBASeason #WNBARookie #Basketball #WomensBasketball #WomensSports #BasketballNews #SportsNews #KneeInjury #InjuryUpdate #KneeSurgery #ArthroscopicSurgery #Rehabilitation #WNBAInjury #DallasWingsNews #AzziFuddInjury #WNBAFans #BasketballFans #RookieSeason #WNBA2026 #SportsUpdate #BreakingNews #LatestNews #AthleteNews #WomenInSports #ProBasketball #WNBAUpdates #BasketballUpdates #CurrentEvents #SportsHeadlines

Trump Administration’s Census Report on Noncitizen Voting Faces Backlash -- A new US Census Bureau analysis claims more than 24,000 noncitizens voted in the 2020 presidential election. But former Census officials and statisticians say the analysis may contain false matches and cannot prove those people actually voted illegally. Even if accurate, the figure is less than 0.02% of all votes cast far below Biden’s 7-million-vote national margin. Experts are now warning about political interference at the Census Bureau. -- Visit: www.jadetimes.com Photo Credit: Paul Sancya/AP File, Mike Schneider, Associated Press, media.cnn.com, Sarah Silbiger/Bloomberg via Getty Images -- #USCensus #CensusBureau #NoncitizenVoting #VotingRights #Election2020 #USElection #ElectionIntegrity #VoterFraud #VotingData #ElectionData #DonaldTrump #TrumpAdministration #USPolitics #AmericanPolitics #PoliticalNews #ElectionNews #CensusData #VotingRights #Democracy #FederalGovernment #GovernmentData #ElectionAnalysis #Statisticians #DataAnalysis #PoliticalInterference #VotingControversy #ElectionDebate #Biden #2020Election #USNews #BreakingNews #LatestNews #NewsUpdate #CurrentEvents #Politics2026

Harry and Meghan Prepare for Return to Britain Later This Month -- Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly moving back to the UK later this month with their children, Archie and Lilibet, who are expected to attend a British school in September. King Charles has been informed, but the couple will not resume their royal duties. The move follows a recent family reunion with the King and Queen Camilla. -- Visit: www.jadetimes.com Photo Credit: Getty Images -- #PrinceHarry #MeghanMarkle #HarryAndMeghan #DukeAndDuchessOfSussex #RoyalFamily #BritishRoyalFamily #KingCharles #QueenCamilla #RoyalNews #UKNews #HarryMeghan #Sussexes #RoyalReturn #Archie #Lilibet #RoyalUpdate #CelebrityNews #EntertainmentNews #Britain #UnitedKingdom #London #RoyalWatch #RoyalNewsUpdate #MeghanAndHarry #BreakingNews

“I Feel I’m Imprisoning Myself” — Djokovic Speaks Out on His Career -- Novak Djokovic says he remains his own biggest critic despite being one of tennis’ greatest champions. The 24-time Grand Slam winner admits he constantly pushes himself to improve and struggles to feel satisfied with his achievements. His wife, Jelena, says Djokovic carries the feeling that he is never enough, while tennis remains where he feels most fulfilled. -- Visit: www.jadetimes.com Photo Credit: Getty Images -- #NovakDjokovic #Djokovic #Tennis #TennisLegend #GrandSlam #TennisChampion #ATP #SerbianTennis #TennisNews #SportsNews #TennisLife #TennisPlayer #DjokovicFans #24GrandSlams #AustralianOpen #USOpen #Wimbledon #FrenchOpen #TennisGreat #GOAT #TennisMotivation #SportsUpdate #TennisWorld #ChampionMindset #MentalStrength

Trump Threatens Iran’s Trade Partners -- Trump is shifting pressure from military strikes to Iran’s economy. The war is now nearing its sixth month. He threatened countries that continue doing business with Iran. Trump warned of “tremendous economic consequences.” He also targeted oil smuggling and financial networks. The move could put China in the crosshairs as China is Iran’s biggest trading partner. Iran says sanctions will not force it to surrender. -- Visit: www.jadetimes.com Photo Credit: -- #Trump #DonaldTrump #Iran #IranWar #USIran #IranSanctions #TradeWar #EconomicSanctions #China #USPolitics #MiddleEast #Geopolitics #OilSmuggling #GlobalTrade #IranEconomy #ForeignPolicy #TrumpNews #WorldNews #BreakingNews #InternationalNews #EconomicPressure #OilTrade #ChinaIran #GlobalPolitics #NewsUpdate

Two Detained After Influencer’s Body Found in France -- Two men have been detained in southern France. They are linked to the death of influencer Sonia Bellina. Her burned body was found in a vineyard near Nîmes. Bellina was 29 years old and had around 260,000 followers on TikTok. Police have opened a murder investigation. DNA tests confirmed her identity. Authorities say the two men may have been directly or indirectly involved. -- Visit: www.jadetimes.com Photo Credit: -- #SoniaBellina #France #FranceNews #Nimes #CrimeNews #MurderInvestigation #BreakingNews #TrueCrime #CrimeUpdate #FrenchPolice #PoliceInvestigation #InfluencerNews #TikTokInfluencer #Influencer #Investigation #SouthernFrance #CrimeInvestigation #WorldNews #NewsUpdate #BreakingNewsToday #SocialMediaNews #TikTokNews #InternationalNews #LatestNews #News