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Mandelblit Faces Scrutiny Over Investigation Approvals in Netanyahu Trial
Politics · 18 outlets · 5m ago

Mandelblit Faces Scrutiny Over Investigation Approvals in Netanyahu Trial

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Privacy Authority Probes Police Over Leaked Yahalomi Case Details

Privacy Authority Probes Police Over Leaked Yahalomi Case Details
21 sources · 16m ago

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Daycare Aide Sentenced to 10 Years for Abusing Eight Toddlers

Daycare Aide Sentenced to 10 Years for Abusing Eight Toddlers
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Netanyahu Trial: Former AG Testifies Amidst Political Barbs

Netanyahu Trial: Former AG Testifies Amidst Political Barbs
24 sources · 38m ago6

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Netanyahu Condemns Houthi Airport Attack in Saudi Arabia

Netanyahu Condemns Houthi Airport Attack in Saudi Arabia
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Knesset Speaker Urges President to Grant Netanyahu Clemency

Knesset Speaker Urges President to Grant Netanyahu Clemency
6 sources · 3m ago

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Netanyahu Advisor's WhatsApp Chats Leaked Online Ahead of Elections

Netanyahu Advisor's WhatsApp Chats Leaked Online Ahead of Elections
14 sources · 52m ago

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IDF and Shin Bet Eliminate Hamas Nukhba Commander Involved in Oct. 7 Attack

IDF and Shin Bet Eliminate Hamas Nukhba Commander Involved in Oct. 7 Attack
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Ofer Winter's Party Proposes Conscription Plan for All Sectors

4 sources · 18m ago

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Woman Murdered in Beer Sheva Home; Husband Arrested

Economy · 21 sources · 3h ago

Food Prices in Israel Jump Nearly 20% in Four Years, Study Finds

Security · 12 sources · 3h ago

Otzma Yehudit Officials Accused of Aiding Suspect's Escape from Police

Politics · 12 sources · 2h ago

Ultra-Orthodox Parties Shas and UTJ Sign Vote-Sharing Deal

Sports · 12 sources · 2h ago

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Israeli Opposition Fears Likud Poaching Candidates Ahead of Elections

Israeli Opposition Fears Likud Poaching Candidates Ahead of Elections

An Israeli opposition source fears that Likud, led by Benjamin Netanyahu, is actively trying to recruit defectors from Gadi Eisenkot's "Block of Change" party ahead of the October 27 elections. Likud has reportedly formed a special unit to identify and pressure candidates, particularly those with right-wing or religious backgrounds, who might be susceptible to switching sides. This effort has heightened tensions within the opposition, despite an earlier agreement to cease internal attacks.

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Kfar Saba Man Suspected of Killing Dog With Samurai Sword

Kfar Saba Man Suspected of Killing Dog With Samurai Sword

Police in Kfar Saba arrested a man in his 50s on suspicion of attacking his partner and killing his dog with a samurai sword. The incident occurred in the suspect's apartment. Authorities are investigating the details and gathering evidence for further proceedings. The man faces charges of assault and animal cruelty.

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Delek Israel Offers Six Months of Free Fuel in 75th Anniversary Lottery

Delek Israel Offers Six Months of Free Fuel in 75th Anniversary Lottery

Delek Israel is giving away six months of free fuel to 30 customers as part of its 75th-anniversary celebrations. The promotion runs from October 8 to November 6, with winners receiving 600 liters of gasoline each. To participate, customers must be members of the "Joe Delek" club and meet minimum fuel or convenience store purchase requirements. The initiative aims to help consumers cope with high fuel costs.

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Global Pro-Palestine Protests Mark Cease-Fire Anniversary

Pro-Palestinian protests occurred worldwide on Saturday, marking one year since the Gaza cease-fire and three years since the October 7 attacks. In London, 20 people were arrested during the demonstrations. One woman was seen making a Nazi salute.

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Giant 26-Meter Electric Bus Arrives in Israel for Passenger Capacity Trials

Giant 26-Meter Electric Bus Arrives in Israel for Passenger Capacity Trials

A 26-meter, 160-passenger electric bus from Chinese manufacturer CRRC has arrived in Israel for a pilot testing phase. Importer Auto Chen Mobility, part of the Blilious Group, presented the vehicle, which will be evaluated for its suitability on busy routes and Israeli infrastructure. Successful trials could lead to deployment on BRT and mass transit lines, potentially revolutionizing public transport capacity in the country.

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Israel's First Fashion Museum to Open in Tel Aviv in 2027

Israel's First Fashion Museum to Open in Tel Aviv in 2027

Israel's first fashion museum, "Fashion Museum Tel Aviv," will open in early 2027 at the Azrieli Sarona complex in Tel Aviv. Developed over three years by the Azrieli Group and fashion historian Dr. Yaara Kedar, the museum will cover 1,150 square meters and aims to attract over 250,000 visitors annually. It will feature rotating exhibitions, educational programs, and promote Israeli designers. The initiative seeks to establish fashion as a significant cultural, artistic, and historical element in Israel.

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