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The Desk10:00 bulletinIsraeli Knesset Speaker Doubts Netanyahu Met Egyptian Spy Chief Before Oct. 71:22
Politics · 13 outlets · 37m ago

Israel Rushes $250 Million Defense Purchase Ahead of Elections

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Netanyahu Confirms Egyptian Intelligence Chief's Pre-Oct 7 Visit to Israel, Denies Meeting

12 sources · 44m ago4

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Netanyahu Confirms Egyptian Spy Chief Visited Israel Before Oct. 7 Attack

7 sources · 17m ago

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IDF Finds Hezbollah Explosive Device and Positions in Southern Lebanon

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Jewish Leaders Visit Dublin Amid Surge in Antisemitic Incidents

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Building Renovation Collapse in Tel Aviv Traps Three

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Israeli Health Funds Face Billions in Deficit Without Government Aid

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Israel Approves NIS 1 Billion for Defense, Cuts Arab Society Funding

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Saudi Arabia Faces Embarrassment Over Use of Old Israeli Footage as Recent Military Success

1 sources · 1h ago

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Security · 11 sources · 2h ago

Young Man Dies After Solo Car Crash in Jaffa

Security · 8 sources · 3h ago

School Trip Approved Despite Warning, Student Killed by Ordnance

Security · 8 sources · 4h ago

Student Killed, 24 Injured in Cluster Munition Explosion During School Trip

Culture · 6 sources · 44m ago

Disco Legend Gloria Gaynor to Return to Israel for One-Night Concert

Security · 10 sources · 7m ago

Tel Aviv Building Destined for Demolition Collapses

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Likud Legal Advisor Alleges Election Day Disruption Plot by 'Brothers in Arms'

The Likud party's legal advisor, Ilan Bombach, claims the "Brothers in Arms" organization is planning to disrupt election day by bringing 40,000 people to right-wing areas. Bombach also cited a new group, "HaGideonim" led by Ehud Barak, as a "violent militia." He has repeatedly alerted authorities but received no response, with the Central Elections Committee stating it will only act on election day.

Maariv

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Young Rabbi Dies After Crashing Car Into Pole in Tel Aviv

A 29-year-old rabbi died in Tel Aviv after losing control of his car and crashing into a pole on Ben Tzvi Road. Emergency responders performed CPR at the scene and during transport to Wolfson Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. His funeral details are yet to be announced.

Behadrei Haredim

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TORGROUP Opens New LEGO Concept Store in Petah Tikva

TORGROUP Opens New LEGO Concept Store in Petah Tikva

TORGROUP is opening its 11th LEGO store, a new concept store, tomorrow in Petah Tikva's Ofer Mall. The 200-square-meter LEGO STORE® will feature the largest selection of LEGO products in Israel, including exclusive sets and interactive displays. The company notes increased interest in its products during security tensions and has launched a new customer club. The opening event will be attended by company CEO Yoav Gaon.

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From Charity to Kibbutzim: How Jews Settled the Land of Israel

Jewish settlement in the Land of Israel evolved from early 17th-century refugee arrivals in Livorno, Italy, to agricultural pioneers in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Philanthropists like Moses Montefiore and Baron Rothschild funded studies and agricultural settlements, respectively. The establishment of cooperatives and later the first Kibbutz, Degania, in 1910, marked a shift towards collective living and farming. These developments, alongside land purchases that displaced Arab farmers, laid the groundwork for the modern Israeli economy and the ongoing Arab-Israeli conflict.

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Apple Unveils New Apple TV 4K and HomePod Mini 2

Apple has launched its new Apple TV 4K, starting at $299, and the HomePod mini 2 smart speaker for $149. The devices feature faster processors, enhanced AI capabilities, and improved smart home integration. Pre-orders began October 13, with deliveries starting in late October and mid-November. Siri AI will initially launch in English in select countries, with no immediate release date or price announced for Israel.

Al-Shams

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Prime Minister Netanyahu's Show Loses Ratings Battle to Comedy Series

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's interview on "HaPatriotim" on Channel 14 competed with the season premiere of the satirical show "Eretz Nehederet" on Keshet 12. "Eretz Nehederet" won the prime-time ratings with 16.7%, while "HaPatriotim" secured second place with 10.5%. News broadcasts also saw "Hadashot 12" leading the ratings.

Kipa

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