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Police Unit Rescues Woman After 11-Hour Standoff in Bat Yam
Security · 11 outlets · 49m ago

Police Unit Rescues Woman After 11-Hour Standoff in Bat Yam

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Israel's Defense Minister Accuses Opposition of Aiding Enemies

Israel's Defense Minister Accuses Opposition of Aiding Enemies
11 sources · 1h ago

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IDF Strikes Khan Younis, Eliminates Resistance Committees Commander

IDF Strikes Khan Younis, Eliminates Resistance Committees Commander
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Former Givu Director Extradited From Portugal to Israel

Former Givu Director Extradited From Portugal to Israel
9 sources · 42m ago

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Herzog Warns of Incitement Ahead of Election at Rabin Memorial

Herzog Warns of Incitement Ahead of Election at Rabin Memorial
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Israel's High Court Blocks Digital Voter Tracking by Parties

Israel's High Court Blocks Digital Voter Tracking by Parties
8 sources · 1h ago

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Israeli Businessman Brutally Robbed of $50,000 Rolex in Los Angeles

2 sources · 24m ago

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New Settlement 'Giv'at Shomron' Established in Northern West Bank

New Settlement 'Giv'at Shomron' Established in Northern West Bank
6 sources · 2h ago

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Israel Shares Intelligence With US: Hamas Rebuilding Forces, Not Disarming

Israel Shares Intelligence With US: Hamas Rebuilding Forces, Not Disarming
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Across the Israeli press

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Security · 7 sources · 3h ago

Boy, 8, Dies After Being Hit by Bus in Negev Hit-and-Run

Security · 26 sources · 5h ago

US and Israel Draft Plans for Strikes on Iran Post-Midterms

General · 8 sources · 56m ago

Sharon Gal Departs i24NEWS for Return to Channel 14

Health · 5 sources · 2h ago

Sheba Medical Center Ranks Among World's Top 6 Smart Hospitals

Security · 7 sources · 2h ago

Israeli Actress Sarai Givati Sues Francesca Albanese for Defamation

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Terror Attack Survivor Builds New Home Near Attack Site
Security · 3 sources · 47m ago

Terror Attack Survivor Builds New Home Near Attack Site

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Day 13 · 36 updates

Israel Not Expected to Launch Preemptive Strike on Iran Before Elections

Israel Debates War on Iran Amidst Looming Elections
8 minutes ago
Day 3 · 10 updates

Four Senior Rabbis to Sign 'Great Salvation Document' at Rachel's Tomb

Marking the Yahrzeit of Matriarch Rachel with Hope for Redemption
15 minutes ago
Day 36 · 11 updates

Golan Urges Opposition Unity to Oust Netanyahu Government

Yair Golan Criticizes Netanyahu Opposition Bloc Partners
18 minutes ago
Day 22 · 3 updates

Lebanon-Israel Negotiations to Resume in Florida Amid Southern Escalation

Israel, Lebanon Clash Over Hezbollah Arms Oversight
21 minutes ago

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Overseas Israelis Make Costly Journeys Home to Vote

Overseas Israelis Make Costly Journeys Home to Vote

Tens of thousands of Israelis living abroad are undertaking costly and lengthy journeys to return to Israel to vote in the upcoming elections. Individuals from Australia, Poland, the Netherlands, and the United States are prioritizing their civic duty, with some facing financial strain and criticism. The decision to vote is driven by a sense of responsibility, a desire to influence the country's future, and in some cases, a profound emotional connection to Israel, especially after the October 7th attacks. An estimated 53,000 Israelis abroad are expected to return, a figure that could significantly impact the election results.

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Ex-AG Mandelblit Testifies in Netanyahu Trial, Defends Investigation Approvals

Ex-AG Mandelblit Testifies in Netanyahu Trial, Defends Investigation Approvals

Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit testified in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's trial, defending his approvals for investigative actions in Cases 1000 and 2000. Netanyahu's lawyer, Amit Haddad, presented documents suggesting investigators exceeded approved scopes. Mandelblit acknowledged some details were unclear but maintained his decisions were his own. He explained that preliminary checks are sometimes needed for senior officials to clear suspicions, even if they initially seem unlikely.

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Netanyahu Highlights Israel's $100 Billion in Offshore Gas Revenue

Netanyahu Highlights Israel's $100 Billion in Offshore Gas Revenue

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Leviathan gas platform, announcing that Israel expects to extract NIS 400 billion from offshore gas reserves. To date, NIS 32 billion has been transferred to the state, with future revenues projected to exceed NIS 350 billion. The development of these reserves has lowered electricity prices by over 20% compared to the EU, saving families thousands of shekels annually. Israel continues to seek new reserves and expand infrastructure to meet rising energy demands.

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World

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Israel Shifts to Winter Time, Affecting Flights and Travel Plans

Israel Shifts to Winter Time, Affecting Flights and Travel Plans

Israel will switch to winter time early Sunday morning, October 25, moving clocks back one hour. This change affects flight schedules for passengers departing after 1:20 AM. The time shift also impacts international travel with countries observing different clock change dates, and travelers should plan for earlier sunsets and potential changes in attraction operating hours.

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Israel Plans Billions in Investment for Fusion Energy Sector

Israel plans to invest billions of shekels to become a leader in the global fusion energy market. The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure released a strategic report outlining opportunities and recommending government funding. The country aims to leverage its existing technological strengths in lasers, AI, and robotics to develop components for future fusion power plants, with potential commercial operations starting in the 2030s.

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News Anchor Magi Tbibi Unveils Dramatic New Hairstyle Ahead of Elections

Channel 14 news anchor Magi Tbibi debuted a new short haircut on Thursday, five days before the elections. The updated look, a short bob, has garnered positive reactions from her followers online. Tbibi's new hairstyle is intended to complement her on-screen presence during election broadcasts.

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