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Security·9m ago

Suspect Who Pointed Gun at Protesters Released to House Arrest

A man who pointed a gun at protesters on Route 1 during Haredi demonstrations was ordered to house arrest by a Jerusalem court. Judge Ariel Erlich cited the incident’s “unique circumstances,” the lack of a criminal record, and the surrender of the gun, despite calling the act dangerous and serious.

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Economy·11m ago

ASOS reportedly plans its first permanent store in London

ASOS is reportedly looking for its first permanent physical store in London, with several major shopping streets under review. The company has not confirmed a location or opening date, but the move would mark a major shift after nearly 20 years online.

Walla
Economy·12m ago

Online Super-Pharm Shoppers Say Defective Goods and Delayed Refunds Leave Them Stranded

A Hebrew consumer report says Super-Pharm’s online marketplace often leaves buyers stuck with defective or missing products. It cites multiple cases from December 2025 through April 2026 involving delayed refunds, poor service and disputed responsibility with outside sellers. Super-Pharm says the complaints were reviewed and handled, and that it can assist customers and sanction noncompliant vendors.

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Culture·13m ago

Bar Tzabary Reveals His Late Partner's Final Push to Audition

Bar Tzabary said his late partner, Or Chaya Shitrit, urged him from her hospital bed to audition for the TV show that changed his life. After her death from cancer, he performed a song he wrote for her, released it as his debut single, “Now,” and later took a multi-year break from music.

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Politics·17m ago

Oct. 7 families mark 1,000 days and demand a state inquiry

Families of Oct. 7 victims and hostages held a press conference in Tel Aviv to mark 1,000 days since the attack. They announced nationwide memorial and protest events next Thursday and renewed calls for a state commission of inquiry.

Walla
Economy·22m ago

Israeli tech layoffs hit 10,000 as experienced workers flood a brutal job market

About 10,000 Israeli tech workers have been laid off since the start of the year, and experienced employees are finding an extremely crowded job market. The report says the main causes are a weaker dollar and companies shifting money to AI, while firms and startups are organizing events and platforms to help workers land new jobs.

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Sports·22m ago

Deal Nears Between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Dor Peretz

Maccabi Tel Aviv is close to signing Dor Peretz on a three-year deal with an option for a fourth year. The agreement could be completed Thursday or Friday, and Peretz is expected to join the club's Serbia training camp on Sunday.

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Politics·24m ago

Knesset to Hold Marathon Debates on Torah Study Basic Law in Netanyahu-Haredi Deal

The Knesset Committee, led by coalition whip Ofir Katz, will hold marathon debates next week on the Basic Law on Torah Study as part of a deal involving Benjamin Netanyahu and Haredi parties. The broader Haredi legislative agenda is still uncertain, and only 15 Knesset days remain before the July 17 dissolution deadline.

Ynet
Politics·26m ago

Anti-exemption protesters plan to block Bnei Brak exits before Shabbat

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Walla·+3 outlets · 50% center
General·28m ago

Israel’s chief rabbi issues detailed ruling on whisky kosher status

Chief Rabbi Kalman Meir Ber published a detailed halakhic ruling on whisky kosher status after many public inquiries. He said some whisky types may be permitted in principle, but urged consumers to buy only products with recognized kosher certification and said the Chief Rabbinate will keep a strict import policy.

Behadrei Haredim
Politics·28m ago

Swedish minister returns from maternity leave with three-month-old at EU meeting

Sweden’s climate and environment minister, Romina Pourmokhtari, attended an EU climate meeting in Luxembourg with her three-month-old son, Adam, marking a first for the institution. She used the appearance to promote Sweden’s parental leave policy and argue that women should not have to choose between family and political leadership.

Kikar HaShabbat
Tech·29m ago

China Tops Global Supercomputing Rankings in Blow to the U.S.

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Now 14·+1 outlet
Politics·29m ago

New Cellular Mast Installed in Shaked-Nur as Part of West Bank Infrastructure Push

A new cellular mast has been installed in Shaked-Nur in northern Samaria. The project is part of a wider Defense Ministry plan to build 51 communication towers across Judea and Samaria for more than 70 million shekels. Bezalel Smotrich and Yossi Dagan framed the move as both a security measure and a statement of settlement strength.

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General·31m ago

Judicial complaints watchdog rejects claims over Sabbath ruling and political event

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Behadrei Haredim
Security·31m ago

Police find hidden gun in sewer line during Ramla raid

Police in Ramla found a pistol and weapon parts hidden in a sewer channel during a targeted raid in the Jawarish neighborhood. Two suspects were arrested and a third man was detained, as part of the wider "Iron Net" crackdown on crime and illegal guns.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·41m ago

Lebanon Reports Two Killed in Israeli Strike in the South

Lebanese medical and security sources said two people were killed in an Israeli strike on a vehicle in southern Lebanon. The report gave no names, exact location, or further details about the circumstances.

Ynet·+1 outlet · 50% center
Tech·43m ago

Israel Will Pay the Most in the World for GTA 6

Grand Theft Auto 6 preorders opened Wednesday, revealing Israel’s prices as the highest in the world, at 319 shekels for the standard edition and 399 shekels for the special edition. The game launches November 19 on PlayStation 5 and current-generation Xbox consoles, with no physical disc release at launch. Take-Two and Rockstar are facing criticism over the prices, while the game’s reported budget and GTA 5’s huge success are fueling expectations.

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Security·47m ago

Yitzhar resident charged over gunfire and threats in Huwara attack

Israeli prosecutors indicted Uriah Cohen, a 38-year-old Yitzhar resident, over a violent armed incident in Huwara earlier this month. He is accused of blocking a Palestinian car, threatening its passengers, firing into the air and trying to hide evidence.

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Security11:30 · 1h ago

Officer Who Kicked Haredi Protester Questioned by Police Internal Affairs

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Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
The story · English

A police officer seen on video kicking a Haredi protester during a demonstration on Geha Highway was questioned today, Thursday, by the Police Internal Investigations Department, known as the Police Internal Affairs Division. The inquiry was opened after footage from the incident circulated publicly.

According to the report, the video shows the officer using force against the protester during the protest. No additional details were provided about the circumstances of the clash, the condition of the protester, or any further steps in the case.

The questioning marks the first known formal response to the incident after the recording was disseminated and drew attention to the officer's conduct. The investigation is ongoing.

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