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The Desk18:00 bulletinIsraeli Doctor Sentenced to 27 Months for ISIS Membership2:17

Security · 16 outlets · 50m ago

Gas Leak at Intel Plant in Kiryat Gat Follows Deadly Explosion

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Across the Israeli press

how each group of the press covered the same events

Politics · 31 sources · 5h ago

Behind Trump's Netanyahu Endorsement: Opposition Efforts and Internal US Debate

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Politics · 13 sources · 2h ago

Netanyahu Slams Ben-Gvir Over Claims of EU Deal

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Security · 8 sources · 4h ago

IDF Chief of Staff Orders Leave Embargo Ahead of Elections

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Health · 7 sources · 3h ago

Health Ministry Orders Water Boiling in Kfar Chabad After Contamination

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Economy · 17 sources · 5h ago

AliExpress Launches Elite Club for Israeli Shoppers with Exclusive Discounts

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How the headlines differ

the same event, as each newsroom wrote it

Haredi Protesters Block Major Interchange Over Draft Evader Arrests

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Behind Trump's Netanyahu Endorsement: Opposition Efforts and Internal US Debate

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Developing

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Security · 3 sources · 22m ago

Illegal Dumping Crackdown Seizes Millions in Equipment

+3 newsrooms in 90 min

Economy · 3 sources · 1h ago

Sheba Medical Center Joins New Venture Capital Fund for Mental Health and Longevity

+1 newsroom in 90 min

Ongoing stories

events that did not end yesterday

Day 43 · 13 updates

Israel Prepares for Election Day Missile Strikes and Other Threats

Israel's Election Day Security Preparedness Amidst Threat of Attacks

9 minutes ago

Day 48 · 14 updates

IDF Warns Northern Israel Residents of Overnight Explosions

Explosions Expected Along Northern Border Due to Military Operations

13 minutes ago

Day 6 · 3 updates

Stutshin Rebbe to Lead Shabbat in Jerusalem Following Chassidim's Pleas

Stutzk Rebbe Visits Jerusalem After Shabbat

14 minutes ago

Day 49 · 7 updates

Prominent Rebbes Visit Israeli Cities, Participate in Religious Events

Haredi Rebbes and Rabbis Attend Bar Mitzvah Celebrations and Religious Events

14 minutes ago

Politics

Kfar Saba Mayor, Wife Detained Amid Corruption Probe

The detention of Kfar Saba Mayor Rafi Saar and his wife, Mital Saar, was extended until Thursday amid suspicions of bribery and bid rigging. Police stated new evidence strengthens the case, while the mayor maintains his innocence and his wife remains silent. A local resident expressed dismay at the alleged corruption tarnishing the city's reputation.

5 newsrooms59m ago

Trump Backs Netanyahu Amidst Pressure Campaign
5 newsrooms49m ago
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Finance Minister Urges Right-Wing Parties to Withdraw from Election Race
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Rotem Ampart Factory Workers Protest Threat to Livelihoods
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Security

Iran's Revolutionary Guards Threaten 'Scorched Earth' in Israel

Iran's Revolutionary Guards have threatened to turn Israel into "scorched earth" if its energy infrastructure is attacked, according to a statement by spokesperson Hossein Moghimi. The threat, later removed from social media, comes amid heightened regional tensions. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi also warned U.S. President Donald Trump and accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of seeking war. The escalating rhetoric underscores the ongoing confrontation between Iran, Israel, and the United States.

2 newsrooms38m ago

Israel Prepares for Election Day Threats, Security Forces on High Alert
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Four Arab Citizens Arrested for Allegedly Attacking Hospital Security Staff
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Israel Shifts Civilian Enforcement in West Bank to Police
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Economy

Kiryat Gat Outpaces Tel Aviv and Jerusalem in New Home Sales

Kiryat Gat led Israel in new apartment sales from June to August 2026, selling 1,044 units and surpassing Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. This growth is linked to subsidized housing programs and the city's extensive development plans, including tens of thousands of new homes. The Raisdor Group is a key developer, building the 2,500-unit "Mishkenot Shir" project for the Haredi community within the planned "Ma'arava" neighborhood.

3 newsrooms3h ago

Israel Allocates $30 Million for Energy Projects in Gaza Envelope Communities
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Boomi Acquires Israeli Data Startup Elementary for $43 Million
7 newsrooms2h ago
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Israeli Vehicle Mileage Surges 66% in 20 Years, Road Network Lags
Al-Shams3h ago
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World

Emirates Halts Ticket Sales for Israelis Until Spring 2027

Emirates has suspended ticket sales for Israeli customers on its website, preventing travel with layovers in Dubai until its subsidiary FlyDubai is cleared to fly to Israel. FlyDubai's flights are not expected to begin before late November, and the restriction by Emirates could last until spring 2027. This change forces Israelis to seek alternative routes for travel to the Far East and Japan, as Dubai was a key transit point.

4 newsrooms7h ago

Big Brother Star Mocks Riots in France, Italy
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Israeli Businessman Killed in India Road Accident
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Israeli Celebrities React to Violent Paris Protests
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Tech

Amnon Shashua Unveils New AI Startup Double AI, Claims 67% Computing Cost Reduction

Amnon Shashua, former CEO of Mobileye, has launched his new AI startup, Double AI, which he claims has developed a new category of AI models called "Code Execution Models" (CEMs). These models reportedly cut computing costs by up to 67% for clients, with the company charging based on savings. Double AI has raised $200 million from major investors and is valued at over $1 billion. The company's first model, Maxwell, is now available.

3 newsrooms2h ago

Israeli Universities Face AI Challenge as New Academic Year Begins
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Israeli Drone Software Firm High Lander Secures $30 Million in Funding
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Smart Wearables Could Diagnose Illness Before Doctor's Visit
NEWSru Israel2h ago
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Culture

Hassidic Rebbes Engage in Unconventional Celebrations and Public Appearances

Several Hassidic Rebbes have recently been featured for their unconventional actions and public engagements. The Admor of Nikelshburg was seen leading singing at his grandson's celebration, while the Admor of Satmar warned students against Zionism. A dramatic incident involved a phone exploding near the Admor of Vizhnitz's attendant. The article also touches on political endorsements and traditional Hassidic stories.

Kikar HaShabbat24m ago

Stotshin Admor Spends Shabbat in Jerusalem
Kikar HaShabbat29m ago
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Rabbis Gather for Wedding of Prominent Rabbi's Grandson
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Holocaust Torah Scroll Fragment Sold at Norwegian Auction for $8,500
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Israeli and Hebrew news, translated to clear English — today's top stories

Gas Leak at Intel Plant in Kiryat Gat Follows Deadly Explosion

Doctor Sentenced to 27 Months for ISIS Membership and Radicalization

Pro-Settlement Tour Group Attacked in West Bank Village

Gantz Quits Election Race; Assayag Says 'It's a Game for Adults'

Bereaved Parents Sue Former PM Bennett for Defamation

Trump Endorses Netanyahu, Citing Shared Fight Against Iran

Israel Tax Authority Chief Proposes Eliminating NIS 200 Bill, Cash Use

Top Rabbis Tour Northern Israel to Boost Haredi Vote

Sharp Rise in Dive Injuries Prompts Warning in Eilat

Across the Israeli press

Behind Trump's Netanyahu Endorsement: Opposition Efforts and Internal US Debate

Netanyahu Slams Ben-Gvir Over Claims of EU Deal

IDF Chief of Staff Orders Leave Embargo Ahead of Elections

Health Ministry Orders Water Boiling in Kfar Chabad After Contamination

AliExpress Launches Elite Club for Israeli Shoppers with Exclusive Discounts

How the headlines differ

Haredi Protesters Block Major Interchange Over Draft Evader Arrests

Behind Trump's Netanyahu Endorsement: Opposition Efforts and Internal US Debate

Developing

Illegal Dumping Crackdown Seizes Millions in Equipment

Sheba Medical Center Joins New Venture Capital Fund for Mental Health and Longevity

Ongoing stories

Israel Prepares for Election Day Missile Strikes and Other Threats

IDF Warns Northern Israel Residents of Overnight Explosions

Stutshin Rebbe to Lead Shabbat in Jerusalem Following Chassidim's Pleas

Prominent Rebbes Visit Israeli Cities, Participate in Religious Events

Politics

Kfar Saba Mayor, Wife Detained Amid Corruption Probe

Trump Backs Netanyahu Amidst Pressure Campaign

Finance Minister Urges Right-Wing Parties to Withdraw from Election Race

Rotem Ampart Factory Workers Protest Threat to Livelihoods

Security

Iran's Revolutionary Guards Threaten 'Scorched Earth' in Israel

Israel Prepares for Election Day Threats, Security Forces on High Alert

Four Arab Citizens Arrested for Allegedly Attacking Hospital Security Staff

Israel Shifts Civilian Enforcement in West Bank to Police

Economy

Kiryat Gat Outpaces Tel Aviv and Jerusalem in New Home Sales

Israel Allocates $30 Million for Energy Projects in Gaza Envelope Communities

Boomi Acquires Israeli Data Startup Elementary for $43 Million

Israeli Vehicle Mileage Surges 66% in 20 Years, Road Network Lags

World

Emirates Halts Ticket Sales for Israelis Until Spring 2027

Big Brother Star Mocks Riots in France, Italy

Israeli Businessman Killed in India Road Accident

Israeli Celebrities React to Violent Paris Protests

Tech

Amnon Shashua Unveils New AI Startup Double AI, Claims 67% Computing Cost Reduction

Israeli Universities Face AI Challenge as New Academic Year Begins

Israeli Drone Software Firm High Lander Secures $30 Million in Funding

Smart Wearables Could Diagnose Illness Before Doctor's Visit

Culture

Hassidic Rebbes Engage in Unconventional Celebrations and Public Appearances

Stotshin Admor Spends Shabbat in Jerusalem

Rabbis Gather for Wedding of Prominent Rabbi's Grandson

Holocaust Torah Scroll Fragment Sold at Norwegian Auction for $8,500