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The Desk18:00 bulletinIsraeli Found Dead in Greece After Weeks of Searching1:43
Golan Calls Khamenei Assassination Mistake, Criticizes Netanyahu
Politics · 13 outlets · 20m ago

Golan Calls Khamenei Assassination Mistake, Criticizes Netanyahu

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Israel Slams Nobel Committee Over Peace Prize Award to Navi Pillay

Israel Slams Nobel Committee Over Peace Prize Award to Navi Pillay
26 sources · 1h ago3

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Politics

US Imposes Harsh Sanctions on International Criminal Court

US Imposes Harsh Sanctions on International Criminal Court
12 sources · 17m ago

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Three Men Charged in Theft of Israeli Military's Shoulder-Fired Matador Missile

Three Men Charged in Theft of Israeli Military's Shoulder-Fired Matador Missile
12 sources · 49m ago

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Body of Missing Israeli Hiker Found on Mount Olympus

Body of Missing Israeli Hiker Found on Mount Olympus
16 sources · 45m ago2

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Israeli Officer Killed in Lebanon Vehicle Rollover, Mourned by Family and Comrades

Israeli Officer Killed in Lebanon Vehicle Rollover, Mourned by Family and Comrades
21 sources · 2h ago2

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Suspected Car Thief Dies After Police Chase Ends in Fatal Jerusalem-Area Crash

Suspected Car Thief Dies After Police Chase Ends in Fatal Jerusalem-Area Crash
7 sources · 13m ago2

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Israel's Foreign Minister Accuses Abbas of Deceiving World on Elections

Israel's Foreign Minister Accuses Abbas of Deceiving World on Elections
13 sources · 1h ago2

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Israel Prepares for Post-Election Escalation Amid Hamas Resilience Claims

Israel Prepares for Post-Election Escalation Amid Hamas Resilience Claims
5 sources · 42m ago

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Across the Israeli press

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Health · 8 sources · 2h ago

FDA Approves Teva's Once-Monthly Schizophrenia Injection WELTRUZA

Politics · 8 sources · 2h ago

Green Party Leader Polanski Loses Election, Faces Fallout Over Anti-Zionist Resolution

Security · 10 sources · 3h ago

Israel Defense Forces Destroy Hamas Weapons Depots in Gaza

Security · 11 sources · 3h ago

IDF Strikes Kill Three Militants in Gaza City

Politics · 5 sources · 3h ago

Netanyahu Faces Calls for Treason Probe After Ex-Aide’s October 7 Revelations

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Politics · 5 sources · 32m ago

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Economy · 4 sources · 50m ago

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NYC Councilman Mamdani Accuses Israel of Ongoing Genocide in Gaza

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Media Personality Yinon Magal Apologizes to Bibas Family Amid Uproar

Media Personality Yinon Magal Apologizes to Bibas Family Amid Uproar

Media personality Yinon Magal apologized to relatives of hostage Shiri Bibas for remarks he made against former hostages and bereaved families. Two relatives accepted his apology, but Ofri Bibas, sister of hostage Yarden Bibas, rejected it, stating the relatives were not authorized to accept it. Magal's comments, made on a radio show, called individuals critical of Prime Minister Netanyahu "despicable" and "abhorrent." Radio station 103FM is now facing violation proceedings for the broadcast.

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Extensive Search Underway Off Sidot Yam Beach After Body Sighted

Extensive Search Underway Off Sidot Yam Beach After Body Sighted

Police and rescue teams are conducting a large-scale search off Sidot Yam beach after a body was reportedly seen among the rocks. The operation is ongoing as authorities investigate the sighting. No further details have been released.

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Israelis Set New Spending Record Fueled by Holiday Travel and Dining

Israelis Set New Spending Record Fueled by Holiday Travel and Dining

Israelis spent a record 53.252 billion shekels using credit cards in September 2026, a 6.2% increase from the previous year, driven by holiday travel and dining. Average daily spending reached 1.775 billion shekels, with significant growth in leisure, hotels, and restaurants. Online spending also hit a record, while ATM withdrawals declined, signaling a trend towards digital payments.

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World

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Israel Braces for Super El Niño Winter With Heavy Rains and Flooding

Israel Braces for Super El Niño Winter With Heavy Rains and Flooding

Israel is bracing for a "Super El Niño" winter, with forecasts predicting significantly above-average rainfall and increased flood risks. Precipitation could exceed seasonal norms by 11-15% nationally, with some regions seeing up to 145% of normal rainfall. Forecasters warn of potential flooding, severe storms, and heavy snowfall, urging public vigilance.

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Tech

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Amazon Launches Android-Based Alexa Tablets Starting at $229.99

Amazon has launched its first Android-based tablets, the Amazon Alexa Tablet series, starting at $229.99, offering full access to the Google Play Store. The tablets come in three sizes with varying specs and battery life, featuring integrated Alexa+ assistant capabilities. Shipping begins in mid-October 2026 in North America and Europe, with no immediate release date or pricing announced for Israel. Optional accessories like a keyboard and pen are available for the larger model.

Al-Shams

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Culture

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Rabbi Moshe Taragin Explores Enduring Relevance of Rashi's Commentary

Rabbi Moshe Taragin's book "Echoes of Rashi: Bereishit" explores the lasting relevance of medieval commentator Rashi's Torah interpretations for contemporary life. Taragin connects Rashi's insights on biblical figures like Abraham and Isaac to modern challenges, including immigration to Israel, political developments, and the questioning of Jewish historical claims. The book also highlights Rashi's views on the merit of certain generations and the crucial role of the home front during conflict. These themes offer guidance for understanding recurring patterns in Jewish history and navigating current circumstances.

The Jerusalem Post

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