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The Desk18:00 bulletinIsraeli Opposition Demands Knesset Speaker Ouster, Cites Majority Support1:57

Security · 4 outlets · 30m ago

Israel, Greece, Cyprus Meet on Eastern Mediterranean Security Amid Turkey-Libya Deal Tensions

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Two Israelis Charged in US for $129 Million AI-Powered Global Fraud Scheme

8 sources · 19m ago

Politics

Lieberman Drops Veto on Haredi Parties, Eyes Rotation Government with Eisenkot

12 sources · 46m ago2

Politics

Journalist Warns Netanyahu Could Return With 75 Seats If Minority Government Collapses

33m ago

Security

Across the Israeli press

how each group of the press covered the same events

Politics · 9 sources · 3h ago

Herzog to Task Eisenkot With Forming Government Sunday Amid Coalition Doubts

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Politics · 6 sources · 3h ago

Israel's President to Announce Mandate for Government Formation Sunday

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Security · 7 sources · 17h ago

Police Officer Charged With Unlawful Arrest for Sexual Exploitation

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Security · 13 sources · 17h ago

Settlers Establish Outpost Near Jericho After Secret Home Purchase

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Security · 6 sources · 18h ago

Man Charged with Severe Sexual Offenses Against Granddaughters

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How the headlines differ

the same event, as each newsroom wrote it

Netanyahu's Ex-Lawyer Withdraws State Comptroller Bid After Election

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Herzog to Task Eisenkot With Forming Government Sunday Amid Coalition Doubts

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Developing

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Politics · 3 sources · 57m ago

Palestinians Plan UN Resolutions Against Israel Amid EU Disagreement

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Ongoing stories

events that did not end yesterday

Day 66 · 26 updates

Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Closes Higher Amid Broad Gains

Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Recovers Slightly After Market Plunge

12 minutes ago

Day 3 · 8 updates

Arkia Airline Faces Financial Crisis Amidst Industry Boom

Israir CEO Confirms Initial Review of Arkia Acquisition Possibility

19 minutes ago

Day 66 · 4 updates

Hanoch Daum's Show Dominates Ratings, Beating Channel 14 Competitors

Channel 12 Dominates Ratings, Channel 14 Shows Late-Night Gains

20 minutes ago

Day 4 · 3 updates

New Israeli Bloc Plans to Repeal Four Key Laws Immediately After Knesset Swears In

Anti-Netanyahu Bloc Aims to Dismantle Judicial Reform Before New Government

25 minutes ago

Politics

Israel's Chief Rabbi Calls for Dialogue Amid Societal Divisions

Israel's Chief Rabbi, Kalman Ber, is calling for the establishment of forums for dialogue between rabbis, politicians, and intellectuals to address societal divisions. He expressed concern that "we have stopped talking" and emphasized the value of conversation, even without reaching agreements. Rabbi Ber also spoke about the importance of Jewish law and the authority of rabbinical courts in monetary disputes.

Israel National News35m ago

Reporter Slams "Hypocritical" Politicians for Silence on Draft Law Compromises
Srugim58m ago
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United Torah Judaism Open to Easing Conscription Law for Government Deal
Srugim1h ago
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Analysis Reveals Netanyahu Bloc Lost 11 Seats Due to Electoral Threshold and Shifting Demographics
Davar3h ago
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Security

Prisoner Shot Dead in Lower Galilee While on Work Leave

Eyal Haib, a 37-year-old prisoner convicted of murder and manslaughter, was shot and killed near a bus stop in the Lower Galilee. Haib had been permitted to leave the Zalamon prison for work and was on his way to a factory when he was attacked. He was on his way to a bus stop to travel to the factory and return to prison via public transport.

2 newsrooms1h ago

94% of Gazans Need Shelter and Aid, UNRWA Reports
Arab4843m ago
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US Election Fallout and Israeli Politics Heighten Iran War Risks
Ynetnews1h ago
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Israeli Bobsledders Banned from Representing Nation After False Injury Report
Mako59m ago
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Economy

Water Prices to Rise by 2.3% in 2027, Affecting Families

The Water Authority Council approved a 2.3% increase in water prices, set to take effect in early 2027. This decision follows a council meeting last Tuesday. The price hike is expected to add approximately 3.5 shekels per month to the water bill for a family of five.

4 newsrooms1h ago

High-Rise Living in Israel Faces Costly Maintenance and Social Challenges
Maariv1h ago
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Israeli and US Markets Plunge Amid Political Uncertainty, Dollar Surges
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Tax Authority Chief Warns of NIS 40 Billion Budget Deficit Amid Political Instability
Maariv18h ago
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World

Middle East Experts Discuss US Midterms, Iran, and Arab Parties

The Israeli program "The Arabists" discussed the impact of US midterm elections on Iran policy and the growing influence of Arab communities in the US Democratic Party. Experts also analyzed the resurgence of Arab parties in Israeli politics and Iran's shifting propaganda focus towards Europe. The panel included Orientalists, researchers, and academics discussing regional and international political dynamics.

i24NEWS7h ago

Last Jew of Afghanistan Settles into New Home in Ashdod
Mignews1h ago
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Emirati Commentator Mocks Global Tendency to Blame Israel for Everything
Maariv1h ago
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EU Expansion in Western Balkans to Reshape Tourism, Raise Prices
Alarab10h ago
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Tech

Tech Worker Fears Boss Will Discover Her Political Leanings

An Israeli tech worker is actively hiding her political support for Benjamin Netanyahu from her boss, fearing job loss. Her boss has reportedly been testing her by referencing right-wing media figures. The article also includes observations from a trip to Prague, a comparison of youth motivations in Israel and France, and a brief, poetic reflection on love.

Maariv1h ago

United Airlines Lets Passengers Stream Personal Spotify Accounts on Flights
Ice3h ago
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Tesla Model Y Performance Review: AI Integration and Driving Dynamics
Globes4h ago
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Three TV Settings That Subtly Degrade Picture Quality
Cursorinfo11h ago
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Culture

Living Through Time: Lessons on Meaningful Existence

The article explores the concept of living a meaningful life by actively engaging with time, drawing parallels from the Torah portions "Chayei Sarah" and "Vayechi." It contrasts letting time pass with living within it, using the story of an elderly man unable to recall significant life events as a cautionary tale. The lives of Sarah and Abraham are presented as examples of individuals who lived each day fully, retaining youthful virtues and maturity. The piece highlights the importance of utilizing every moment, citing anecdotes of rabbis who dedicated themselves to study even in the face of inconvenience, ultimately suggesting that purposeful engagement with time leads to a form of eternal significance.

Behadrei Haredim47m ago

Keshet 12 Dominates Ratings, Channel 14 and Kan 11 Lag
Ice1h ago
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Tens of Thousands Expected in Hebron for Annual Religious Gathering
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Abraham's Tests Offer Lessons for Modern Israel
Israel National News2h ago
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Today

Israel, Greece, Cyprus Meet on Eastern Mediterranean Security Amid Turkey-Libya Deal Tensions

Two Israelis Charged in US for $129 Million AI-Powered Global Fraud Scheme

Lieberman Drops Veto on Haredi Parties, Eyes Rotation Government with Eisenkot

Journalist Warns Netanyahu Could Return With 75 Seats If Minority Government Collapses

Cyclist Killed in Collision With Police Vehicle Near Latrun

App Allegedly Tracked Voters for Ra'am Party, Complaint Filed

Eisenkot Set to Receive Mandate to Form Government Amidst Complex Options

Prisoner Shot Dead En Route to Work in Northern Israel

Israelis Charged in Massive AI-Powered Fraud Scheme in New York

Across the Israeli press

Herzog to Task Eisenkot With Forming Government Sunday Amid Coalition Doubts

Israel's President to Announce Mandate for Government Formation Sunday

Police Officer Charged With Unlawful Arrest for Sexual Exploitation

Settlers Establish Outpost Near Jericho After Secret Home Purchase

Man Charged with Severe Sexual Offenses Against Granddaughters

How the headlines differ

Netanyahu's Ex-Lawyer Withdraws State Comptroller Bid After Election

Herzog to Task Eisenkot With Forming Government Sunday Amid Coalition Doubts

Developing

Palestinians Plan UN Resolutions Against Israel Amid EU Disagreement

Ongoing stories

Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Closes Higher Amid Broad Gains

Arkia Airline Faces Financial Crisis Amidst Industry Boom

Hanoch Daum's Show Dominates Ratings, Beating Channel 14 Competitors

New Israeli Bloc Plans to Repeal Four Key Laws Immediately After Knesset Swears In

Politics

Israel's Chief Rabbi Calls for Dialogue Amid Societal Divisions

Reporter Slams "Hypocritical" Politicians for Silence on Draft Law Compromises

United Torah Judaism Open to Easing Conscription Law for Government Deal

Analysis Reveals Netanyahu Bloc Lost 11 Seats Due to Electoral Threshold and Shifting Demographics

Security

Prisoner Shot Dead in Lower Galilee While on Work Leave

94% of Gazans Need Shelter and Aid, UNRWA Reports

US Election Fallout and Israeli Politics Heighten Iran War Risks

Israeli Bobsledders Banned from Representing Nation After False Injury Report

Economy

Water Prices to Rise by 2.3% in 2027, Affecting Families

High-Rise Living in Israel Faces Costly Maintenance and Social Challenges

Israeli and US Markets Plunge Amid Political Uncertainty, Dollar Surges

Tax Authority Chief Warns of NIS 40 Billion Budget Deficit Amid Political Instability

World

Middle East Experts Discuss US Midterms, Iran, and Arab Parties

Last Jew of Afghanistan Settles into New Home in Ashdod

Emirati Commentator Mocks Global Tendency to Blame Israel for Everything

EU Expansion in Western Balkans to Reshape Tourism, Raise Prices

Tech

Tech Worker Fears Boss Will Discover Her Political Leanings

United Airlines Lets Passengers Stream Personal Spotify Accounts on Flights

Tesla Model Y Performance Review: AI Integration and Driving Dynamics

Three TV Settings That Subtly Degrade Picture Quality

Culture

Living Through Time: Lessons on Meaningful Existence

Keshet 12 Dominates Ratings, Channel 14 and Kan 11 Lag

Tens of Thousands Expected in Hebron for Annual Religious Gathering

Abraham's Tests Offer Lessons for Modern Israel