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John Tishman, whose company built World Trade Center and other skyscrapers, dies

The influential developer-contractor oversaw the construction of the World Trade Center’s Twin Towers and Chicago’s John Hancock Center.

UN’s Ban heckled in address at New York synagogue

Ban did not mention Israel in his speech. He reportedly was heckled during portions of the speech and some shul-goers reportedly walked out during his speech.

US officials: Israel won’t get better aid deal after Obama leaves office

Israel reportedly hopes to increase the annual amount to $5 billion, while Obama administration officials are said to be offering closer to $4 billion.