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The Desk16:00 bulletinMan Dies After Car Catches Fire on Golan Heights Road2:03
21 Contractors, IDF Officers Arrested in Alleged Multi-Million Shekel Fraud Scheme
Security · 29 outlets · 1h ago

21 Contractors, IDF Officers Arrested in Alleged Multi-Million Shekel Fraud Scheme

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Man Dies After Car Catches Fire on Golan Heights Road

Man Dies After Car Catches Fire on Golan Heights Road
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Haifa Government Tower Reopens After Iranian Missile Damage

Haifa Government Tower Reopens After Iranian Missile Damage
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Dozens of Haredi Yeshiva Students Detained at Ben Gurion Airport

Dozens of Haredi Yeshiva Students Detained at Ben Gurion Airport
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Elbit Systems Acquires Canadian Underwater Drone Firm ISE

Elbit Systems Acquires Canadian Underwater Drone Firm ISE
6 sources · 11m ago

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Singer Yuval Dayan Demands Security Remove Alleged Stalker From Event

Singer Yuval Dayan Demands Security Remove Alleged Stalker From Event
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Israeli Military Chief of Staff Conducts Gaza Division Exercise

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Israel Tax Authority Eases Rules on Intellectual Property for Company Exits

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IDF Chief of Staff Inspects Gaza Division Readiness After Extensive Drills

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Across the Israeli press

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Politics · 20 sources · 4h ago

Gantz Quits Knesset Race, Shifting Political Landscape

Security · 24 sources · 6h ago

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Makes Unannounced Visit to Israel

Politics · 7 sources · 3h ago

Netanyahu Ex-Advisor Hanegbi Switches Allegiance to Lieberman's Party

Politics · 19 sources · 6h ago

Benny Gantz Announces Party's Withdrawal From Knesset Elections

Politics · 31 sources · 10h ago

Behind Trump's Netanyahu Endorsement: Opposition Efforts and Internal US Debate

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Hostage Families Demand Netanyahu Cease Using "Brought Everyone Home" Slogan
Politics · 5 sources · 1h ago

Hostage Families Demand Netanyahu Cease Using "Brought Everyone Home" Slogan

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Economy · 3 sources · 37m ago

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Thousands of Cranes Arrive at Agamon Hula Nature Reserve
General · 3 sources · 39m ago

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Israeli President Herzog to Meet Hungary's New PM Magyar in Budapest

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Israeli Education Minister Halts National Tests Amid Election Concerns

Israeli Education Minister Halts National Tests Amid Election Concerns

Israeli Education Minister Yoav Kisch has suspended national student achievement tests, including the Tnuufa exams, citing a need to clarify the measurement authority's role. Critics, including senior education officials and watchdog groups, accuse Kisch of attempting to avoid poor results ahead of elections and creating chaos. The decision contradicts recommendations to strengthen cooperation and maintain measurement continuity, with critics arguing it's an attempt to hide unfavorable data rather than address educational shortcomings.

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Beit Shemesh Man Indicted for Sexually Abusing Minors in Synagogues and Mikvahs

A 33-year-old Beit Shemesh man, Yechiel Yehoshua Brand, has been indicted for indecent acts and attempted indecent acts against four minors aged 13 to 16. The alleged offenses occurred between 2024 and 2026 in local synagogues, mikvahs, and a supermarket. The indictment details instances of sexual contact and molestation during prayers and in bathing facilities. Brand is accused of exploiting the minors in public and religious spaces within the city.

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Generation Completes NIS 1.2 Billion Bond Raise for Shikun & Binui Energy Acquisition

Generation Completes NIS 1.2 Billion Bond Raise for Shikun & Binui Energy Acquisition

Generation Capital completed a NIS 1.16 billion institutional bond raise for its new Series E bonds, receiving NIS 1.6 billion in bids. The funds are intended for the acquisition of Shikun & Binui Energy. The company also secured a NIS 2.2 billion credit line from Bank Hapoalim. The deal awaits approval from the Competition Authority and the Public Utility Authority.

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Arkia Cancels New Japan Route, Stranding Thousands of Passengers

Arkia Cancels New Japan Route, Stranding Thousands of Passengers

Israeli airline Arkia canceled its new direct flight route to Tokyo, Japan, just a month before flights were scheduled to begin, leaving thousands of passengers stranded. The airline cited bureaucratic issues with Japanese authorities for the cancellation. Passengers have reported receiving little notice and facing limited options for rebooking or refunds, with some describing the situation as a "trap." Two class-action lawsuits have been filed against Arkia over the cancellations.

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Tech

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Meta's Smart Glasses Go on Sale in Israel

Meta's smart glasses, including Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta models, are now available in Israel starting at 1590 shekels. The devices feature cameras, audio, and AI, allowing for photo/video capture and calls. The launch expands Meta's collaboration with EssilorLuxottica, but privacy concerns persist regarding discreet recording capabilities.

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Kibbutz Furniture Workshop Founded by Slain Woman Burns Down

Kibbutz Furniture Workshop Founded by Slain Woman Burns Down

The "Ayona" woodworking shop in Kibbutz Be'eri, founded by Yonat Or who was murdered on October 7, was completely destroyed by a fire. Firefighters determined the blaze resulted from production processes. Or's family and the workshop staff are determined to rebuild the business in her memory. The shop specialized in unique vintage furniture and was a thriving enterprise.

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