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Proofpoint Acquires Israeli Cybersecurity Firm Varonis for $6.3 Billion
Economy · 17 outlets · 32m ago

Proofpoint Acquires Israeli Cybersecurity Firm Varonis for $6.3 Billion

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Three Arrested in Connection with Murder of Palestinian Man Near Golani Interchange

Three Arrested in Connection with Murder of Palestinian Man Near Golani Interchange
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Two Israeli Women Released on Bail in Poland After Khat Trafficking Arrest

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Hero Bus Driver Dies Saving 20 Soldiers in Highway Crash

2 sources · 7m ago

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UK Teacher Blames Jews for Oct. 7 Massacre, Forcing Boy, 9, to Leave School

UK Teacher Blames Jews for Oct. 7 Massacre, Forcing Boy, 9, to Leave School
4 sources · 1h ago

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Politics

Knesset Hopeful Sparks Outrage With Holocaust Comparison

Knesset Hopeful Sparks Outrage With Holocaust Comparison
5 sources · 1h ago

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Lieberman Accuses Eisenkot of Seeking Coalition with Netanyahu; Gantz Responds

Lieberman Accuses Eisenkot of Seeking Coalition with Netanyahu; Gantz Responds
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Two More Flydubai Copilots Suspected in Hijacking Attempt

Two More Flydubai Copilots Suspected in Hijacking Attempt
3 sources · 1h ago

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Western Galilee Man Indicted for Drugged Attack on Daughter

3 sources · 12m ago

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Across the Israeli press

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Health · 9 sources · 2h ago

Hadassah Medical Organization Opens First Overseas Center in Cyprus

Security · 8 sources · 10h ago

Hezbollah Claims Explosives Shipment Seized in Lebanon Was Destined for Israel

Security · 29 sources · 19h ago

Two Workers Dead After Intel Plant Explosion in Kiryat Gat

Politics · 32 sources · 19h ago

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu for Defamation Over Oct. 7 Claims

Politics · 21 sources · 10h ago

Israelis Abroad Begin Voting in General Elections

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Mike Tyson Sues Supreme Over Alleged Unauthorized Palestine Flag Inclusion
Culture · 3 sources · 28m ago

Mike Tyson Sues Supreme Over Alleged Unauthorized Palestine Flag Inclusion

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Arab and Islamic Nations Condemn Colombia's Jerusalem Embassy Opening
Politics · 4 sources · 1h ago

Arab and Islamic Nations Condemn Colombia's Jerusalem Embassy Opening

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Netanyahu Fears Hamas Attack to Disrupt Upcoming Elections

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Gush Etzion Rabbis Condemn Olive Harvest by Settler Youths, Citing Theft

Rabbi Rules Olive Harvest Part of Israeli Land Commandment
11 minutes ago
Day 8 · 10 updates

The Masked Singer Israel Introduces Major Rule Changes and New Judges

Ophira Assayag Returns to 'The Masked Singer' With New Judges
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Religious Zionism Party Finalizes Knesset List with Identity Party Merger

Religious Zionism Party Poised to Surprise Again in Elections, Says Rabbi
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New Party 'Black Color' Unveils List Led by Torah Scholars, Not Politicians

The new political party 'Black Color' has unveiled its Knesset list, headed by Torah scholars and community leaders, not politicians. The party's central platform is opposing military conscription for Haredi men, citing existential threats to Torah study and claiming current Haredi representatives agreed to problematic conscription frameworks. The party aims to protect Torah study and vows to block any government that doesn't secure a comprehensive arrangement for yeshiva students.

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One Seriously Injured in Two-Truck Collision on Highway 6

One Seriously Injured in Two-Truck Collision on Highway 6

A serious traffic accident between two trucks occurred on Highway 6 near the Sorek interchange on Tuesday morning. One person was seriously injured and trapped at the scene and is receiving medical treatment. A rescue helicopter landed to aid in the rescue efforts.

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Economy

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Wiz Founder Assaf Rappaport Set to Acquire McDonald's Israel Franchise

Wiz Founder Assaf Rappaport Set to Acquire McDonald's Israel Franchise

Businessman Assaf Rappaport and his Wiz co-founders are nearing a deal to acquire the franchise for McDonald's Israel, managing around 230 branches with 1.8 billion shekels in annual revenue. This follows McDonald's global repurchase of the Israeli operations in April 2024 amid boycotts. Rappaport's group, despite no prior food industry experience, emerged as the sole candidate after competing with other major Israeli business entities. The move signifies a major expansion for the founders beyond their tech ventures.

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World

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Wikipedia Bias Against Israel Persists, New ADL Study Finds

Wikipedia Bias Against Israel Persists, New ADL Study Finds

A new study by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) found that biased edits concerning Israel persist on Wikipedia, even after editors were banned. The report highlights that a significant portion of edits by banned users remain in key articles, and new accounts are continuing to influence content. The ADL is calling for a comprehensive review of affected articles and for AI companies to be cautious about using Wikipedia content.

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Israeli Cyber Firm Varonis Sold for $6.3 Billion to Perforce

Israeli cybersecurity firm Varonis Systems has been acquired by U.S.-based Perforce Software for approximately $6.3 billion in cash. The deal, facilitated by investment firm Thoma Bravo, values Varonis at $49.75 per share. The acquisition aims to combine Varonis's data security expertise with Perforce's identity protection solutions. The transaction is expected to be completed in the first half of 2027, pending regulatory approvals.

Bizportal

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Culture

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Rainbow's Symbolism Explored in Jewish Tradition

Jewish tradition interprets the rainbow as a symbol of God's covenant and mercy following Noah's flood, serving as a reminder of divine promises. Some traditions caution against prolonged viewing, considering it disrespectful to the Creator. An additional interpretation connects the rainbow's appearance to the proper observance of Shabbat, suggesting that disruptions in nature reflect neglect of the Sabbath.

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