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Sex Offender Indicted for Tel Aviv Apartment Rape

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Deal Signed for Control of Arkia Airlines

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Netanyahu and Eisenkot Hold Security Briefing Amid Tensions

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Netanyahu Attends Jerusalem Trial, Suggests Threat Has Receded

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Iran Sets Terms for US Talks, Threatens Strait of Hormuz

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Iran Sets Terms for Strait of Hormuz Reopening, Demands Israeli Withdrawal

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Trump and Netanyahu Discuss Urgent Iran Action Amidst War Rumors

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Politics

Israeli "Change Bloc" Scales Back Legislative Plans Amid Time Crunch

The "Change Bloc" in Israel's Knesset is scaling back its legislative plans, establishing three temporary committees instead of six due to time and legal constraints. The bloc aims to repeal laws from the previous government, including those affecting the Attorney General and judicial appointments. Due to the limited time before a new government must be formed, legislative progress is expected to be minimal, with oversight committees also planned.

2 newsrooms40m ago

Arab Party Leaders Consult With United Torah Judaism on Coalition Talks
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New US Congress Can Pressure Trump to End War With Iran
The Jerusalem Post2h ago
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Court Orders Attorney General to Appear at Netanyahu Corruption Trial
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Security

Tropical Predator Found in Israeli Waters May Be New Species

An Israeli fisherman has caught a rare fish off the coast of Jisr az-Zarka that scientists suspect may be a new species in the Mediterranean. The fish, possibly a golden pompano from the Red Sea, is undergoing laboratory analysis to confirm its identity. If confirmed as a new species for the region, its presence will be the first documented evidence, with the Suez Canal likely migration route.

4 newsrooms1h ago

Israeli Forces Dismantle Two Illegal Outposts Near Ramallah
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Sex Offender Accused of Rape While Under Supervision, Returned to Victim's Home
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Court Orders Teacher Accused of Sex Offenses Against 7-Year-Old to House Arrest
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Economy

Discount Bank to Refund $2.4 Million in Fees to Customers

Discount Bank will refund approximately 8.8 million shekels to customers as part of a class-action settlement for allegedly improper debit card fees. The Central District Court approved the agreement, which covers customers charged fees despite being entitled to exemptions between April 4, 2024, and the settlement approval date. Eligible customers will receive 70% of the fees plus interest, with active clients credited within 150 days. The bank is also facing a separate lawsuit over alleged hidden tracking in customer emails.

2 newsrooms27m ago

AI Revolution Reshapes Job Market, Shifting Focus from White-Collar to Skilled Trades
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AI Revolution Reshapes Job Market, Shifting Focus from White-Collar to Skilled Trades
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Israel's Housing Market Sees Sales Plunge, Record Unsold Inventory
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World

Hospital in Khan Younis Praised for High-Quality Equipment and Operating Rooms

A hospital in Khan Younis, Gaza, has been surprisingly praised for its high-quality equipment and undamaged operating rooms. Observers noted its facilities rival international standards, even surpassing some in Israel. This assessment followed an attack on the nearby Eliyasin building.

Abu Ali Express13m ago

First Chabad House Opens in Slovenia Amid Improved Israel Relations
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Israeli Girls With Disabilities Miss Flight From Italy Due to Traffic
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Syrian Government Aids Jews Most, Says Community Head
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Tech

Israel Pilots AI Tutors for 2,000 Students Amid Teacher Shortage

Israel is piloting AI tutors for 2,000 students in grades 7-8 in 20 schools, aiming to address teacher shortages. Developed by Kaltura, the virtual instructors provide personalized math and science lessons, with plans for expansion. While the program offers benefits like repeated questioning and teacher support dashboards, independent results on academic improvement are still needed, and the AI is meant to supplement human teachers.

Ice1h ago

Tel Aviv Hosts UVID Dronetech 2026 Expo Showcasing Military and Civilian Drones
NEWSru Israel1h ago
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AI Challenges Academia to Rethink Teaching and Evaluation Methods
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Israeli Researchers Develop 'Super Ice' Stronger Than Concrete
The Times of Israel3h ago
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Culture

October 7th Survivor, Shot 12 Times, Walks Fashion Week Runway

Eden Ram, who was shot 12 times during the October 7th attack, walked the runway at Fashion Week. She described the experience as a privilege and a reminder of her survival, embracing her scars as symbols of her journey. Ram is pursuing further studies and aims to positively influence others.

i24NEWS27m ago

Avreich Finds New Career Path as Rabbinical Advocate
Behadrei Haredim35m ago
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New 'Speaking in the Square' Podcast Episode Features Artists and Culinary Tips
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Designer Rima Romano Returns to Fashion Week Runway After Decade
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Today

Sex Offender Indicted for Tel Aviv Apartment Rape

Ex-Mossad Chief Favors Hormuz Blockade Over War to Halt Iran's Nuclear Program

Netanyahu Trial Judges Order Attorney General to Court

Netanyahu and Eisenkot Meet Amid Tensions After Sharp Exchange

IDF Operation Sees Over 300,000 Equipment Items Returned Anonymously

EU Commission to Review Israel Trade Pact After Citizen Initiative Pressure

Top Israelis Demand Investigation into Rabbi Axelrod's Incitement Claims

Jerusalem Sex Offender With 18 Prior Convictions Indicted for Rape

Teacher Suspected of Sexually Assaulting 7-Year-Old Released to House Arrest

Developing

Deal Signed for Control of Arkia Airlines

Netanyahu and Eisenkot Hold Security Briefing Amid Tensions

Ongoing stories

Netanyahu Attends Jerusalem Trial, Suggests Threat Has Receded

Iran Sets Terms for Strait of Hormuz Reopening, Demands Israeli Withdrawal

Trump and Netanyahu Discuss Urgent Iran Action Amidst War Rumors

Politics

Israeli "Change Bloc" Scales Back Legislative Plans Amid Time Crunch

Arab Party Leaders Consult With United Torah Judaism on Coalition Talks

New US Congress Can Pressure Trump to End War With Iran

Court Orders Attorney General to Appear at Netanyahu Corruption Trial

Security

Tropical Predator Found in Israeli Waters May Be New Species

Israeli Forces Dismantle Two Illegal Outposts Near Ramallah

Sex Offender Accused of Rape While Under Supervision, Returned to Victim's Home

Court Orders Teacher Accused of Sex Offenses Against 7-Year-Old to House Arrest

Economy

Discount Bank to Refund $2.4 Million in Fees to Customers

AI Revolution Reshapes Job Market, Shifting Focus from White-Collar to Skilled Trades

AI Revolution Reshapes Job Market, Shifting Focus from White-Collar to Skilled Trades

Israel's Housing Market Sees Sales Plunge, Record Unsold Inventory

World

Hospital in Khan Younis Praised for High-Quality Equipment and Operating Rooms

First Chabad House Opens in Slovenia Amid Improved Israel Relations

Israeli Girls With Disabilities Miss Flight From Italy Due to Traffic

Syrian Government Aids Jews Most, Says Community Head

Tech

Israel Pilots AI Tutors for 2,000 Students Amid Teacher Shortage

Tel Aviv Hosts UVID Dronetech 2026 Expo Showcasing Military and Civilian Drones

AI Challenges Academia to Rethink Teaching and Evaluation Methods

Israeli Researchers Develop 'Super Ice' Stronger Than Concrete

Culture

October 7th Survivor, Shot 12 Times, Walks Fashion Week Runway

Avreich Finds New Career Path as Rabbinical Advocate

New 'Speaking in the Square' Podcast Episode Features Artists and Culinary Tips

Designer Rima Romano Returns to Fashion Week Runway After Decade