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United Torah Judaism informed Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Thursday that the party will not endorse any candidate to form the next government. The ultra-Orthodox party stated it is not committed to either political bloc. Chairman Yitzhak Goldknopf highlighted the party's legislative priority is to secure the status of Torah students.

Haaretz English26m ago

Republican Midterm Loss Reshapes 2028 Presidential Succession Race
The Jerusalem Post36m ago
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US Election Results Complicate Israeli Government Formation
Maariv50m ago
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Netanyahu Ally Refuses to Recommend Candidate for Prime Minister
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Security

Settlers Seize Homes Near Jericho, Raising Security Concerns

Settlers have taken over homes in Ad-Duyuk At-Tahta, west of Jericho, claiming ownership. Hassan Malihat of the Al-Baidar Organization voiced concerns about resident safety and potential settlement expansion. The houses are on Area C land bordering Area A, with Israeli forces present to protect the settlers.

3 newsrooms31m ago

Global Synagogues Face Unprecedented Physical Threats, Report Reveals
Kikar HaShabbat9m ago
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Residents Told to Close Windows Amid Intense Fire Odor in Hadera and Emek Hefer
4 newsrooms35m ago
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Police Appeal Dismissed After Representatives Miss Hearing
Israel National News38m ago
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Economy

Ormat Exceeds Third-Quarter Expectations, Raises Annual Forecast

Geothermal energy firm Ormat reported strong third-quarter results, exceeding revenue and profit expectations and prompting an upward revision of its annual forecast. The company's revenue grew 10.2% to $275 million, while net profit increased 11.9% to $45.3 million. Ormat now projects full-year revenues between $1.17 billion and $1.2 billion, with adjusted EBITDA between $640 million and $650 million. CEO Doron Blacher cited record profitability in the Energy Storage segment as a key driver for the improved performance.

3 newsrooms27m ago

Israel's National Insurance Institute Advances November Payments
3 newsrooms53m ago
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Arkia Assures Operations Continue Amidst Financial Woes and Sale Talks
Calcalist4m ago
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Contract Pitfalls: Key Clauses to Scrutinize Before Signing
Cursorinfo19m ago
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World

IDF Military Rabbinate Marks 32 Years Since Death of Rabbi Shlomo Goren

The IDF Military Rabbinate held a memorial ceremony to commemorate 32 years since the death of Rabbi Shlomo Goren, the first Chief Rabbi of the IDF. The ceremony, led by current Chief Rabbi Eyal Karim, honored Goren's legacy of religious scholarship and leadership. His influence is noted as continuing to guide IDF rabbis, especially during the ongoing war, in areas such as troop support and identifying fallen soldiers.

Kikar HaShabbat11h ago

Youth Gather to Mark 31 Years Since Rabin Assassination, Call for Unity
Hamal12h ago
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Black Christian Leaders Visit Israel to Fulfill Martin Luther King's Unfinished Dream
2 newsrooms13h ago
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Tens of Thousands March in Peru Supporting Israel, Against Antisemitism
The Jerusalem Post15h ago
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Tech

AI21 Pivots to AI Agent Optimization, Gains Nvidia Support

Israeli AI company AI21 Labs has pivoted its strategy to focus on optimizing AI agents for enterprises, a move publicly supported by Nvidia. After significant layoffs and multiple business direction changes since its founding, the company believes it has found its market niche. AI21 claims its new services can drastically reduce AI operational costs for businesses by customizing and enhancing existing AI models, positioning itself as a key player in the AI post-training sector.

Globes32m ago

Palo Alto Networks in Talks to Acquire Israeli Cyber Firm Clutch for $500 Million
5 newsrooms47m ago
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Palo Alto Networks in Talks to Acquire Israeli AI Security Firm Beacon Security
Calcalist1h ago
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New Shabbat Elevator Technology Aims to Boost High-Rise Construction
NEWSru Israel3h ago
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Culture

Eran Zarchowicz's 'Eretz Nehederet' Skit Dominates Ratings Over Yinon Magal's Show

The satirical show "Eretz Nehederet" on Channel 12 achieved a decisive ratings victory over "Survivor" on November 5, 2026. A skit imitating TV host Yinon Magal was a highlight, sending a message to Magal's show "HaPatriotim" on Channel 14. The success solidified Channel 12's leading position.

Maariv8m ago

Jerusalem Rebbe Leads Uplifting Shabbat in Brooklyn
Kikar HaShabbat11m ago
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Amir Shurush to Host New Kan 11 Quiz Show
2 newsrooms11m ago
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Kanal 11 Journalist Breaks Silence on Ayla Hasson Controversy
Srugim14m ago
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Today

Man Charged with Murdering Wife While Infant Son Was Present

Election Integrity Claims Under Scrutiny Amidst Foreign Influence Probe

International Probe Busts Investment Fraud Ring Operating from Israel and Cyprus

Trump's Aid Cut Threatens $10 Billion in Israeli Arms Orders

Two Men Charged with Extorting Family, Firing Shots at Wrong House

Netanyahu's Defeat Demands Coalition With Arab Parties, Says Analyst

Iran Intensifies University Crackdown on Dissent Amid War and Economic Crisis

Selective Justice and Trust Crisis: Is Israel's Legal System Failing Its Guardians?

Trump's Intervention Became a Liability for Republicans in Midterm Elections

Across the Israeli press

Massive Cigarette Smuggling Ring Worth $55 Million Busted at Ashdod Port

Israeli President Warns of Imminent Disaster Amid Nationalist Crime Wave

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

IDF Criticizes Unapproved Jewish Family Move Into West Bank Homes

Shin Bet Chief's Election Probe Request Stuns Officials, Fuels Conspiracy Claims

How the headlines differ

Jenin Cell Arrested for Rocket and Explosives Manufacturing, Test Launches

Trump's Aid Statement Surprises Israeli Finance Ministry and IDF

Developing

El Al Reports Record Revenue Amidst Profit Dip

Jerusalem Child Hospitalized in ICU Due to Severe Flu Complications

Pennsylvania AG Condemns Planned Boycott of Jewish Businesses in Philadelphia

Ongoing stories

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Coach Speaks Ahead of Maccabi Tel Aviv Clash

Cyclist Critically Injured After Being Hit by Overturned Car in Herzliya

Rabbi Yigal Cohen Offers Daily Spiritual Encouragement

Israeli President Urges Fair Probe into Election Integrity, Warns Against Smearing Public

Politics

Ultra-Orthodox Party Refuses to Back Any Candidate for Government

Republican Midterm Loss Reshapes 2028 Presidential Succession Race

US Election Results Complicate Israeli Government Formation

Netanyahu Ally Refuses to Recommend Candidate for Prime Minister

Security

Settlers Seize Homes Near Jericho, Raising Security Concerns

Global Synagogues Face Unprecedented Physical Threats, Report Reveals

Residents Told to Close Windows Amid Intense Fire Odor in Hadera and Emek Hefer

Police Appeal Dismissed After Representatives Miss Hearing

Economy

Ormat Exceeds Third-Quarter Expectations, Raises Annual Forecast

Israel's National Insurance Institute Advances November Payments

Arkia Assures Operations Continue Amidst Financial Woes and Sale Talks

Contract Pitfalls: Key Clauses to Scrutinize Before Signing

World

IDF Military Rabbinate Marks 32 Years Since Death of Rabbi Shlomo Goren

Youth Gather to Mark 31 Years Since Rabin Assassination, Call for Unity

Black Christian Leaders Visit Israel to Fulfill Martin Luther King's Unfinished Dream

Tens of Thousands March in Peru Supporting Israel, Against Antisemitism

Tech

AI21 Pivots to AI Agent Optimization, Gains Nvidia Support

Palo Alto Networks in Talks to Acquire Israeli Cyber Firm Clutch for $500 Million

Palo Alto Networks in Talks to Acquire Israeli AI Security Firm Beacon Security

New Shabbat Elevator Technology Aims to Boost High-Rise Construction

Culture

Eran Zarchowicz's 'Eretz Nehederet' Skit Dominates Ratings Over Yinon Magal's Show

Jerusalem Rebbe Leads Uplifting Shabbat in Brooklyn

Amir Shurush to Host New Kan 11 Quiz Show

Kanal 11 Journalist Breaks Silence on Ayla Hasson Controversy