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The Desk10:00 bulletinWoman Fatally Stabbed in Beersheba; Husband Arrested1:30
Ex-AG Mandelblit Testifies in Netanyahu Trial, Hints at Police Actions
Politics · 22 outlets · 28m ago

Ex-AG Mandelblit Testifies in Netanyahu Trial, Hints at Police Actions

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Woman Fatally Stabbed in Beersheba; Husband Arrested

Woman Fatally Stabbed in Beersheba; Husband Arrested
24 sources · 1h ago

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Daycare Worker Sentenced to 10 Years for Abusing Infants

Daycare Worker Sentenced to 10 Years for Abusing Infants
14 sources · 45m ago

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Ex-Netanyahu Aide Slams 'Terrible Conduct' of Those in Power

3 sources · 10m ago

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Netanyahu Weighs Iran Strike Amid Israeli Military Preparations

Netanyahu Weighs Iran Strike Amid Israeli Military Preparations
5 sources · 19m ago

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Otzma Yehudit Officials Accused of Hindering Police Investigation

Otzma Yehudit Officials Accused of Hindering Police Investigation
8 sources · 1h ago

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Boy, 5, Called Neighbor for Help During Mother's Fatal Stabbing

Boy, 5, Called Neighbor for Help During Mother's Fatal Stabbing
8 sources · 1h ago

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Ex-AG Mandelblit Admits Internet Research for Netanyahu Trial Testimony

Ex-AG Mandelblit Admits Internet Research for Netanyahu Trial Testimony
7 sources · 27m ago5

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Unidentified Aerial Object Triggers IDF Alert Near Lebanon Border

Unidentified Aerial Object Triggers IDF Alert Near Lebanon Border
14 sources · 40m ago2

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Israeli Food Prices Jumped 19% Over Four Years, University Study Finds

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Ex-AG Mandelblit Complains of Journalist 'Attack' in Netanyahu Trial; Reporter Ayelet Hasson Disputes Account

Ex-AG Mandelblit Complains of Journalist 'Attack' in Netanyahu Trial; Reporter Ayelet Hasson Disputes Account

Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit complained to judges that a journalist "attacked" him outside the courtroom during Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's trial. Journalist Ayelet Hasson released a recording disputing Mandelblit's account, stating she was seeking answers and that his perception was "disturbed." Mandelblit is testifying for the defense and also stated he found no suspicion against Netanyahu in Case 3000.

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Woman in Her 60s Rescued After House Fire in Mas'ada

A woman in her 60s required resuscitation after a house fire in Mas'ada, Golan Heights, on Thursday morning. Emergency services responded to the blaze, providing advanced medical treatment for smoke inhalation. The incident occurred around 10:03 AM.

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Israel Introduces New Tax Regime for Diamond Traders

Israel Introduces New Tax Regime for Diamond Traders

Israel's Tax Authority and the Diamond Exchange have agreed on a new tax system for the diamond industry, effective 2027-2028, to enhance its global competitiveness. Taxable income will be a fixed percentage of turnover, with minimum income declarations removed. This move follows a significant drop in diamond exports in early 2026 and aims to re-establish Israel as a major diamond trading hub.

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Israeli Expat Describes Devastation After Magnitude 7.7 Panama Earthquake

Israeli Expat Describes Devastation After Magnitude 7.7 Panama Earthquake

Israeli expatriate Nurit Goren Elfant recounted the destruction caused by a magnitude 7.7 earthquake in Panama on October 9, 2026, which destroyed her home. She described intense shaking, continuous aftershocks, and widespread damage, with many Israeli families losing their homes. Despite a tsunami warning and infrastructure damage, the local Israeli community organized a Shabbat meal for over 200 people, and Elfant's family is sheltering five other families in converted buses.

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Gett Taxi Enhances Passenger Safety with New In-App Features

Gett Taxi Enhances Passenger Safety with New In-App Features

Gett Taxi has launched a new in-app safety zone featuring real-time route sharing, AI-powered incident reporting, and a country-specific emergency dial button. These tools aim to enhance passenger security during rides in Israel and abroad. The company stated the features were developed based on consumer research to build trust and provide peace of mind throughout the journey. Gett plans to introduce additional safety solutions for both passengers and drivers in the future.

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Culture

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Ancient Water Channel From Second Temple Era Discovered South of Jerusalem

Ancient Water Channel From Second Temple Era Discovered South of Jerusalem

Archaeologists have uncovered a 300-meter section of an ancient aqueduct, dating back to the Hasmonean period, south of Jerusalem. This sophisticated engineering marvel, which supplied water to the city for centuries, will be preserved and integrated into a new neighborhood. The discovery highlights the continuous efforts to maintain Jerusalem's water supply throughout history and is seen as a significant connection to the city's rich past.

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