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Mandelblit Faces Scrutiny Over Investigation Approvals in Netanyahu Trial
Politics · 18 outlets · 15m ago

Mandelblit Faces Scrutiny Over Investigation Approvals in Netanyahu Trial

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Privacy Authority Probes Police Over Leaked Yahalomi Case Details

Privacy Authority Probes Police Over Leaked Yahalomi Case Details
21 sources · 26m ago

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Netanyahu Condemns Houthi Attack on Riyadh Airport, Calls for Regional Cooperation

Netanyahu Condemns Houthi Attack on Riyadh Airport, Calls for Regional Cooperation
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Daycare Aide Sentenced to 10 Years for Abusing Eight Toddlers

Daycare Aide Sentenced to 10 Years for Abusing Eight Toddlers
20 sources · 43m ago

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Netanyahu Trial: Former AG Testifies Amidst Political Barbs

Netanyahu Trial: Former AG Testifies Amidst Political Barbs
24 sources · 48m ago6

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IDF Reveals Hamas Terrorists Operating From Gaza Hospital

10 sources · 11m ago8

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Knesset Speaker Urges President to Grant Netanyahu Clemency

Knesset Speaker Urges President to Grant Netanyahu Clemency
6 sources · 13m ago

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Ultra-Orthodox Parties Shas and UTJ Sign Vote-Sharing Deal

Ultra-Orthodox Parties Shas and UTJ Sign Vote-Sharing Deal
12 sources · 16m ago

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Netanyahu Advisor's WhatsApp Chats Leaked Online Ahead of Elections

Netanyahu Advisor's WhatsApp Chats Leaked Online Ahead of Elections
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Security · 25 sources · 2h ago

Woman Murdered in Beer Sheva Home; Husband Arrested

Economy · 21 sources · 3h ago

Food Prices in Israel Jump Nearly 20% in Four Years, Study Finds

Security · 12 sources · 3h ago

Otzma Yehudit Officials Accused of Aiding Suspect's Escape from Police

Health · 6 sources · 2h ago

Former Wolfson Director Dr. Yitzhak Berlovich Dies at 77

Sports · 12 sources · 2h ago

Eli Dasa Chose Maccabi Haifa Over Maccabi Tel Aviv After Failed Talks

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Israeli Opposition Fears Likud Poaching Candidates Ahead of Elections

Israeli Opposition Fears Likud Poaching Candidates Ahead of Elections

An Israeli opposition source fears that Likud, led by Benjamin Netanyahu, is actively trying to recruit defectors from Gadi Eisenkot's "Block of Change" party ahead of the October 27 elections. Likud has reportedly formed a special unit to identify and pressure candidates, particularly those with right-wing or religious backgrounds, who might be susceptible to switching sides. This effort has heightened tensions within the opposition, despite an earlier agreement to cease internal attacks.

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IDF and Shin Bet Eliminate Hamas Nukhba Commander Involved in Oct. 7 Attack

IDF and Shin Bet Eliminate Hamas Nukhba Commander Involved in Oct. 7 Attack

The IDF and Shin Bet reported the elimination of Hisham Jamal Muhammad Abu Galaala, a commander in Hamas's Nukhba unit who participated in the October 7th attack. He was killed in a strike in Khan Yunis, Gaza, last Monday. Abu Galaala was involved in directing the attack on the Kissufim military post and hostage-taking. The strike aimed to neutralize a threat posed by his unit's recent actions against Israelis.

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Delek Israel Offers Six Months of Free Fuel in 75th Anniversary Lottery

Delek Israel Offers Six Months of Free Fuel in 75th Anniversary Lottery

Delek Israel is giving away six months of free fuel to 30 customers as part of its 75th-anniversary celebrations. The promotion runs from October 8 to November 6, with winners receiving 600 liters of gasoline each. To participate, customers must be members of the "Joe Delek" club and meet minimum fuel or convenience store purchase requirements. The initiative aims to help consumers cope with high fuel costs.

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1,200 Global Leaders Visit Ancient Shiloh in Show of Support for Israel

Around 1,200 leaders from 123 countries visited Ancient Shiloh in the Benjamin region for a special tour organized by "Friends of Israel" and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The delegation aimed to show support for Israel and its settlements, three years after the October 7th attack. Leaders were urged to promote trade and advocate for Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria. The visit also highlighted the importance of combating disinformation campaigns against Israel.

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Giant 26-Meter Electric Bus Arrives in Israel for Passenger Capacity Trials

Giant 26-Meter Electric Bus Arrives in Israel for Passenger Capacity Trials

A 26-meter, 160-passenger electric bus from Chinese manufacturer CRRC has arrived in Israel for a pilot testing phase. Importer Auto Chen Mobility, part of the Blilious Group, presented the vehicle, which will be evaluated for its suitability on busy routes and Israeli infrastructure. Successful trials could lead to deployment on BRT and mass transit lines, potentially revolutionizing public transport capacity in the country.

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Israel's First Fashion Museum to Open in Tel Aviv in 2027

Israel's First Fashion Museum to Open in Tel Aviv in 2027

Israel's first fashion museum, "Fashion Museum Tel Aviv," will open in early 2027 at the Azrieli Sarona complex in Tel Aviv. Developed over three years by the Azrieli Group and fashion historian Dr. Yaara Kedar, the museum will cover 1,150 square meters and aims to attract over 250,000 visitors annually. It will feature rotating exhibitions, educational programs, and promote Israeli designers. The initiative seeks to establish fashion as a significant cultural, artistic, and historical element in Israel.

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