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Israel Slams Nobel Committee Over Peace Prize Award to Navi Pillay
Politics · 26 outlets · 1h ago

Israel Slams Nobel Committee Over Peace Prize Award to Navi Pillay

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FDA Approves Teva's New Schizophrenia Drug Weltruza

FDA Approves Teva's New Schizophrenia Drug Weltruza
9 sources · 8m ago

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Politics

Golan Calls Khamenei Assassination Mistake, Criticizes Netanyahu

Golan Calls Khamenei Assassination Mistake, Criticizes Netanyahu
13 sources · 30m ago5

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Politics

US Imposes Harsh Sanctions on International Criminal Court

US Imposes Harsh Sanctions on International Criminal Court
12 sources · 27m ago

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Security

Three Men Charged in Theft of Israeli Military's Shoulder-Fired Matador Missile

Three Men Charged in Theft of Israeli Military's Shoulder-Fired Matador Missile
12 sources · 59m ago

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World

Body of Missing Israeli Hiker Found on Mount Olympus

Body of Missing Israeli Hiker Found on Mount Olympus
16 sources · 55m ago2

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Security

Suspected Car Thief Dies After Police Chase Ends in Fatal Jerusalem-Area Crash

Suspected Car Thief Dies After Police Chase Ends in Fatal Jerusalem-Area Crash
7 sources · 23m ago2

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Politics

Israel's Foreign Minister Accuses Abbas of Deceiving World on Elections

Israel's Foreign Minister Accuses Abbas of Deceiving World on Elections
13 sources · 1h ago2

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Security

Israeli Officer Killed in Lebanon Vehicle Rollover, Mourned by Family and Comrades

Israeli Officer Killed in Lebanon Vehicle Rollover, Mourned by Family and Comrades
21 sources · 2h ago2

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Across the Israeli press

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Politics · 8 sources · 2h ago

Green Party Leader Polanski Loses Election, Faces Fallout Over Anti-Zionist Resolution

Security · 11 sources · 3h ago

IDF Strikes Kill Three Militants in Gaza City

Security · 10 sources · 3h ago

Israel Defense Forces Destroy Hamas Weapons Depots in Gaza

Security · 25 sources · 21h ago

Pharmacy Student Accused of Terror Plot; Friend Testifies Against Him

Security · 12 sources · 9h ago

Taxi Driver Killed in Collision With Bus Near Ma'ale Mikhmas

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World · 3 sources · 36m ago

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Netanyahu Congratulates Brazilian Candidate Bolsonaro on First-Round Election Results
Politics · 5 sources · 42m ago

Netanyahu Congratulates Brazilian Candidate Bolsonaro on First-Round Election Results

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Economy · 4 sources · 1h ago

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NYC Councilman Mamdani Accuses Israel of Ongoing Genocide in Gaza

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Media Personality Yinon Magal Apologizes to Bibas Family Amid Uproar

Media Personality Yinon Magal Apologizes to Bibas Family Amid Uproar

Media personality Yinon Magal apologized to relatives of hostage Shiri Bibas for remarks he made against former hostages and bereaved families. Two relatives accepted his apology, but Ofri Bibas, sister of hostage Yarden Bibas, rejected it, stating the relatives were not authorized to accept it. Magal's comments, made on a radio show, called individuals critical of Prime Minister Netanyahu "despicable" and "abhorrent." Radio station 103FM is now facing violation proceedings for the broadcast.

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Israel Prepares for Post-Election Escalation Amid Hamas Resilience Claims

Israel Prepares for Post-Election Escalation Amid Hamas Resilience Claims

Israeli intelligence reports suggest Hamas views the post-October 7th period as a victory and is preparing for renewed conflict, potentially including rocket attacks. The IDF is reportedly intensifying efforts against Hamas leaders and infrastructure, with a major operation anticipated after Israeli elections. The article speculates on Hamas's long-term strategic outlook, influenced by founder Ahmed Yassin, and predicts a return to heightened military operations following upcoming elections in Israel and the US.

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Economy

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Israelis Set New Spending Record Fueled by Holiday Travel and Dining

Israelis Set New Spending Record Fueled by Holiday Travel and Dining

Israelis spent a record 53.252 billion shekels using credit cards in September 2026, a 6.2% increase from the previous year, driven by holiday travel and dining. Average daily spending reached 1.775 billion shekels, with significant growth in leisure, hotels, and restaurants. Online spending also hit a record, while ATM withdrawals declined, signaling a trend towards digital payments.

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World

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Israel Braces for Super El Niño Winter With Heavy Rains and Flooding

Israel Braces for Super El Niño Winter With Heavy Rains and Flooding

Israel is bracing for a "Super El Niño" winter, with forecasts predicting significantly above-average rainfall and increased flood risks. Precipitation could exceed seasonal norms by 11-15% nationally, with some regions seeing up to 145% of normal rainfall. Forecasters warn of potential flooding, severe storms, and heavy snowfall, urging public vigilance.

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Tech

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Amazon Launches Android-Based Alexa Tablets Starting at $229.99

Amazon has launched its first Android-based tablets, the Amazon Alexa Tablet series, starting at $229.99, offering full access to the Google Play Store. The tablets come in three sizes with varying specs and battery life, featuring integrated Alexa+ assistant capabilities. Shipping begins in mid-October 2026 in North America and Europe, with no immediate release date or pricing announced for Israel. Optional accessories like a keyboard and pen are available for the larger model.

Al-Shams

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Culture

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Rabbi Moshe Taragin Explores Enduring Relevance of Rashi's Commentary

Rabbi Moshe Taragin's book "Echoes of Rashi: Bereishit" explores the lasting relevance of medieval commentator Rashi's Torah interpretations for contemporary life. Taragin connects Rashi's insights on biblical figures like Abraham and Isaac to modern challenges, including immigration to Israel, political developments, and the questioning of Jewish historical claims. The book also highlights Rashi's views on the merit of certain generations and the crucial role of the home front during conflict. These themes offer guidance for understanding recurring patterns in Jewish history and navigating current circumstances.

The Jerusalem Post

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