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World·8m ago

El Al suspends Tel Aviv-Moscow flights amid Russia-Ukraine escalation

El Al has suspended its Tel Aviv-Moscow flights for several days because of the worsening Russia-Ukraine conflict and recent aviation events in the region. The airline will reassess next week, while Red Wings flights between Israel and Russia continue normally.

Calcalist·+7 outlets · 71% center
Tech·10m ago

Meta Accelerates Shift From Human Moderators to AI, Saving Billions, Report Says

Meta is rapidly moving content moderation from human reviewers to AI models, with 50% of review requests already shifted since the start of the year. The Financial Times reports the company aims to exceed 90% AI moderation for some content by year-end, a change that could save billions, despite internal concerns about errors and weak safeguards.

Calcalist
General·15m ago

Eliahu Yusian Ordered to Pay NIS 5,000 in Libel Suit Loss

The Haifa Magistrate’s Court ordered Eliahu Yusian to pay Dr. Tamar Eilam NIS 5,000 in a defamation case on Thursday. Eilam later said she would move on, thanked her lawyer, and noted that Yusian did not appeal the ruling.

Srugim
Economy·15m ago

Musk Falls Below $1 Trillion Again as SpaceX Shares Slide

Elon Musk has dropped back below $1 trillion in net worth after a steep fall in SpaceX and Tesla shares. Bloomberg put his fortune at $957 billion on Tuesday, though he remains the world’s richest person and could regain trillionaire status if SpaceX rises about 6%.

Calcalist
Sports·15m ago

Maccabi Tel Aviv Clinch 58th Israeli Title After Pressure-Filled Run

Maccabi Tel Aviv won its 58th Israeli championship after beating Hapoel Tel Aviv in a tense final series. The title was sealed by Roman Sorkin’s clutch three-pointer, and several players and officials described the season as unusually difficult and emotional.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Health·16m ago

Health Ministry Shuts Down Haifa Butcher Shop Over Serious Violations

Israel’s Health Ministry ordered the immediate closure of the Haifa butcher shop “Shwik Hachi Taim” after inspectors found serious sanitary, structural, and operational violations. The ministry said the findings could pose an immediate threat to public health and is also considering revoking the shop’s license approval.

Now 14
Security·16m ago

Dan Buchnik Says Lev Academic Center Is Training Israel’s Security Engineers

Prof. Dan Buchnik said the Lev Academic Center is training engineers for Israel’s security sector, with 13 alumni having won the Israel Defense Prize. He highlighted a new prize for Brig. Gen. Shay Amiel, expanded engineering studies for women, and a growing emphasis on artificial intelligence.

Arutz Sheva
General·20m ago

Rabbi Zilberstein Urges Donations for Destitute Convert Couple Before Wedding

Rabbi Yitzchak Zilberstein issued a rare public appeal for donations for a convert couple from Maorot HaTorah in Telz Stone who are about to marry. Kupa HaIr opened a special campaign, asking the public to contribute 350 shekels to help them cover basic household and wedding costs.

Behadrei Haredim
Economy·23m ago

AI Chipmaker Surpasses the Value of All Bitcoin

Bitcoin recovered above $61,500 after hitting about $59,000, but crypto sentiment remains weak. Micron shares surged after strong quarterly results and a bullish outlook, pushing its market value above the total value of all bitcoin. The shift highlights investor money moving from crypto into AI-driven chipmakers.

Walla
Politics·23m ago

State Prosecutor Warns Against Political Pressure on Law Enforcement Independence

State Prosecutor Amit Isman warned at a University of Haifa conference that attacks on law-enforcement independence threaten democracy, the rule of law and public trust. He also criticized political behavior around criminal investigations and said the new police investigations law could expose the system to political influence.

Walla·+6 outlets · 57% right-leaning
Tech·30m ago

Israel Faces the World’s Highest GTA VI Price Tag

Grand Theft Auto VI opened for preorder worldwide, with Rockstar Games targeting a November 19, 2026 release. In Israel, the standard edition costs 319 shekels and the Ultimate edition 399 shekels, the highest prices reported globally. Rockstar also confirmed there will be no real physical discs, only digital codes in boxes, which ends second-hand resale.

Now 14
Economy·32m ago

ONE ZERO Tops Bank of Israel Satisfaction Survey

ONE ZERO ranked first in the Bank of Israel’s annual banking satisfaction survey, leading on recommendation, fairness and service measures. CEO Eyal Gafni said the results reflect the bank’s focus on service, transparency and fairness. The article also says the bank is running campaigns tailored to the ultra-Orthodox public.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet
Health·34m ago

Clalit launches Next, a hybrid care system for home and community use

Clalit Group has launched Clalit NEXT, a hybrid medical service that brings care to patients at home and in the community. The network includes family, pediatric, eye, orthopedic, mental health, and urgent remote services, plus labs, nursing lines, and online consultations. Clalit says the goal is to improve access, shorten waits, and personalize treatment.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Politics·36m ago

40 Days After Smotrich’s Order, Khan al-Ahmar Still Stands

Forty days after Bezalel Smotrich said he signed an order to demolish Khan al-Ahmar, the Palestinian outpost has not been evacuated. The article says the issue remains unresolved despite years of promises, while Israeli forces did demolish a different hilltop outpost near Kiryat Arba overnight.

Srugim
Economy·36m ago

How to Find a Job Close to Home in Jerusalem and Beit Shemesh

The article advises job seekers in Jerusalem, Beit Shemesh, and nearby areas to look beyond salary and consider commute, hours, stability, and fit. It highlights current opportunities in both cities, plus work-from-home options, and says the best job is one that suits daily life as well as income needs.

Behadrei Haredim
Politics·39m ago

Trump’s Capitol Hill Meeting With Republicans Turns Into a Heated Fight Over Iran

Donald Trump’s Wednesday meeting with Republican senators on Capitol Hill devolved into a heated argument over the war in Iran and limits on his military powers. Senators, led by Bill Cassidy, complained about missing information and growing frustration over the conflict and a new Iran understanding, while Trump later portrayed the encounter as positive.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
General·41m ago

Three Wendy’s Workers Arrested After Allegedly Re-serving Food From Trash

Three Wendy’s workers in Union, South Carolina, were arrested after allegedly taking a customer’s returned food from the trash, spitting on it, and serving it again. The customer discovered the deception after leaving the drive-thru, reported it to police, and the restaurant manager later confirmed the claims.

Ynet
Politics·48m ago

Likud Faces Internal Backlash Over Proposed Primary Changes

Likud is facing internal backlash over proposed changes to its primary district system ahead of the party vote. At the same time, officials are considering a merger with New Hope that could reserve 2 to 3 spots on Likud’s list and ease the dispute.

Now 14
Sports·49m ago

Maccabi Tel Aviv unveils new crest and kits for 120th anniversary season

Maccabi Tel Aviv unveiled its new crest and kits on Thursday as it launched preparations for the 2026/27 season. Club CEO Jack Angelidis framed the launch as a symbol of the club’s 120-year history, while player Sai Abu Farchi voiced optimism for the season ahead.

Ynet·+3 outlets · 100% center
General·50m ago

Hoed Over: Rosh HaAyin Resident Charged With Sex Crimes Against Minors

Israeli prosecutors have indicted Elior Cohen of Rosh HaAyin over alleged sexual offenses against four boys aged 13 to 15. They say he lured them to vacation cabins, recorded the encounters, and tried to erase evidence, and they are seeking to keep him jailed until the trial ends.

Walla·+2 outlets · 100% center
World·51m ago

Germany opens murder-aiding probe into former Nazi camp guard aged 100

German prosecutors are investigating a 100-year-old former guard from the Nazi POW camp Stalag Senne over suspicion of murder or aiding murder during World War II. The case concerns alleged knowledge of deadly camp conditions, where more than 300,000 prisoners passed through and up to 70,000 died.

Ynet·+1 outlet · 50% center
Sports·51m ago

Netanya Opens Training With New Faces, Several Players Omitted

Maccabi Netanya opened training on Wednesday and introduced new signings Gregory Morozov and Dor Hugi. Pedrinho and Junior Diomande were told they are not in the club's plans, while Henry Tabarsh's future remains uncertain despite the club's desire to keep him.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Economy·52m ago

Oil prices fall back to prewar levels after U.S.-Iran breakthrough

Brent crude fell to around $72.6 a barrel on Thursday, its lowest since before the U.S.-Iran war. The decline followed diplomatic progress, partial U.S. sanctions relief on Iranian oil exports, and a rebound in shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

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General08:10 · 1h ago

State Prosecutor Says There Is an Attempt to Pressure Law Enforcement Bodies

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Translated & summarized from Channel 13 by baba
The story · English

State Attorney Amit Aisman said there is an effort to pressure law enforcement agencies, according to a report published by Channel 13. The item, filed by Aviad Glikman at 11:10, presents Aisman's remarks as a sharp response to what he sees as outside pressure on enforcement bodies.

The article does not provide additional details about who is applying the pressure, what prompted the statement, or any further context about the legal case or investigation involved. It identifies Aisman as the state prosecutor and quotes him saying there is an attempt to influence law enforcement organizations.

The report appears in Channel 13's domestic news and current affairs coverage under the crime and law category. No additional developments, reactions, or next steps are included in the text provided.

Read the original at Channel 13