The president has a largely ceremonial role, except after elections when it is his responsibility to pick a candidate for prime minister.

Highland Park United Methodist Church in Dallas had waged an unusually public campaign against the denominations demands for control.

Residents say a proposed Chinese car plant in northern Spain will create new jobs. Others say its a long-term risk, distilling a debate about the costs and perks of ties to China.

The estimate through Oct. 16 shows that bombs, missiles and other munitions accounted for more than 60 percent of expenses.

Voters supporting two leading Arab parties turned out in record numbers to voice their opposition to the Netanyahu government.