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The Desk23:00 bulletinFamilies Mark 3 Years Since October 7th Massacre in Tel Aviv Ceremony1:27
Israel-bound Flights Canceled Amid Flydubai Attack Probe Widening Internationally
Security · 11 outlets · 54m ago

Israel-bound Flights Canceled Amid Flydubai Attack Probe Widening Internationally

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Hezbollah Received $200 Million From Iran for Displaced Lebanese

Hezbollah Received $200 Million From Iran for Displaced Lebanese
25 sources · 3h ago

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Herzog Honors Nova Festival Victims, Calls for Hamas Disarmament

Herzog Honors Nova Festival Victims, Calls for Hamas Disarmament
8 sources · 1h ago2

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Trump Marks 3 Years Since Oct. 7 Massacre, Vows 'Never Forget'

Trump Marks 3 Years Since Oct. 7 Massacre, Vows 'Never Forget'
9 sources · 1h ago2

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Israeli Transport Ministry Officials Under Investigation for Conflict of Interest

Israeli Transport Ministry Officials Under Investigation for Conflict of Interest
22 sources · 4h ago

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Israeli Envoy to US Updates on Son's Condition After Terror Attack

Israeli Envoy to US Updates on Son's Condition After Terror Attack
10 sources · 2h ago

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Man Sentenced to Life for Murdering Woman Who Rejected Romantic Advances

Man Sentenced to Life for Murdering Woman Who Rejected Romantic Advances
17 sources · 4h ago

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Ultra-Orthodox Faction Plans Mass Protests Over Draft Evasion Arrests

Ultra-Orthodox Faction Plans Mass Protests Over Draft Evasion Arrests
10 sources · 3h ago

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Israel's Security Failures Exposed by Thwarted Flydubai Attack Echo Oct. 7

Israel's Security Failures Exposed by Thwarted Flydubai Attack Echo Oct. 7
3 sources · 50m ago

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Politics · 18 sources · 4h ago

Israel Marks Three Years Since October 7 Attacks Amidst Division

Security · 12 sources · 3h ago

Israeli Judoka Kerem Primo Becomes World Championship Runner-Up on October 7th Anniversary

Security · 27 sources · 6h ago

Two Men Sentenced for Looting Nova Festival Site After Oct. 7 Attack

Politics · 9 sources · 4h ago

Poll Shows Netanyahu Bloc Leading, Neither Side Near Majority Without Arab Parties

Economy · 3 sources · 2h ago

Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Plunges Amid Global Market Weakness

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New York Mayor Accuses Israel of Genocide on Oct. 7 Anniversary

New York Mayor Accuses Israel of Genocide on Oct. 7 Anniversary

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani marked the third anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attack by mourning Israeli victims before accusing Israel of genocide and apartheid in Gaza. He cited casualty figures for both Israelis and Palestinians and alleged Israeli war crimes, drawing sharp condemnation from Israeli diplomats. Governor Kathy Hochul issued a separate statement focusing on the victims of the Hamas attack. The anniversary was marked by various memorial events in New York and protests in both the U.S. and London.

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Ultra-Orthodox Faction Plans Major Protests Causing Traffic Disruptions

Ultra-Orthodox Faction Plans Major Protests Causing Traffic Disruptions

An ultra-Orthodox faction called the Jerusalem Faction is planning large-scale protests on Thursday in Jerusalem and the Gush Dan region, starting at 4:00 PM, due to recent arrests of yeshiva students. The demonstrations are expected to cause significant traffic disruptions and road closures, particularly during rush hour, on major highways and in key Jerusalem areas.

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Israel Considers New Taxes, Including 'Netflix Tax,' Amid AI Economic Concerns

Israel Considers New Taxes, Including 'Netflix Tax,' Amid AI Economic Concerns

Israel's Ministry of Finance is considering new taxes, including a "Netflix tax" and levies on vacant land, to offset economic impacts from artificial intelligence. Officials worry about job losses, increased inequality, and reduced corporate tax revenue. The proposals aim to boost state income and encourage construction, while a special team advised against taxing AI inputs directly to maintain business competitiveness.

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Nova Victims Honored at Massacre Site on Third Anniversary

Nova Victims Honored at Massacre Site on Third Anniversary

Hundreds gathered at the Nova music festival site near Kibbutz Re'im on Wednesday evening to commemorate the third anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attack. The ceremony honored the 378 people murdered and 44 taken hostage. President Isaac Herzog spoke of national resilience, while performances and personal testimonies marked the event. The site, described as "soaked with their dances and music and their blood," has become a sacred space for bereaved families.

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Volkswagen Unveils First Electric GTI, Opens Pre-Orders

Volkswagen has opened pre-orders for its first electric GTI model, the ID. GTI, marking 50 years since the original Golf GTI. The car features a 226 hp electric motor, a 52 kWh battery with a 431 km range, and accelerates to 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds. It includes advanced driving dynamics features and retro-inspired interior design elements. Pricing in Germany starts at 39,995 euros, with Israeli market details still pending.

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Culture

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Reshet 13 Shuts Popular Sections, Editor Moves to New Role

Reshet 13's new management has closed its popular Tourism and Food sections to focus on celebrity and entertainment content. Michal Ben Ari Manor, editor of the Tourism section for four years, announced her departure and her move to Visit2Israel as chief editor. Her team will also join her at the new company, which is co-founded by Assaf Buchbut and Nativ Filiba.

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