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TV Host Yinon Magal Clarifies 'Monkey' Remark About Gadi Eisenkot
Politics · 18 outlets · 47m ago

TV Host Yinon Magal Clarifies 'Monkey' Remark About Gadi Eisenkot

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Teenager Fatally Stabbed in Ashkelon; Manhunt Underway

Teenager Fatally Stabbed in Ashkelon; Manhunt Underway
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Israel Approves Billions for Defense Amid Cuts to Social Services

Israel Approves Billions for Defense Amid Cuts to Social Services
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Settlers Attack European Diplomatic Delegation in Taybeh, Injure French Mayor

Settlers Attack European Diplomatic Delegation in Taybeh, Injure French Mayor
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Ultra-Orthodox Protest Road Blockade Over Draft Dodgers' Arrest

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Teenager Fatally Stabbed in Ashkelon; Police Arrest Two, Detain Eight

Teenager Fatally Stabbed in Ashkelon; Police Arrest Two, Detain Eight
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Settlers Attack European Diplomats, Palestinian Olive Harvesters in West Bank

Settlers Attack European Diplomats, Palestinian Olive Harvesters in West Bank
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Yashar Party Slams Host Magal's 'Racist' Remarks About Eisenkot

Yashar Party Slams Host Magal's 'Racist' Remarks About Eisenkot
5 sources · 42m ago

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Lebanon to Demand Israel Halt Strikes in US Talks

Lebanon to Demand Israel Halt Strikes in US Talks
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Security · 8 sources · 1h ago

US Demands Israel Crack Down on Settler Violence After Photographer Assault

Security · 5 sources · 19m ago

Construction Worker Injured in Fall Near Barta'a

Security · 3 sources · 26m ago

Four Illegal Immigrants Caught Trying to Enter Israel via Az-Za'im Crossing

Security · 20 sources · 10h ago

US Ambassador Condemns 'Abhorrent Terrorist Act' After Journalist Attacked in West Bank

Politics · 10 sources · 13h ago

Rabbi Dov Lior Permits Olive Across West Bank

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Israeli Broadcaster Sparks Outrage With Racist Remarks About Gadi Eisenkot

Israeli Broadcaster Sparks Outrage With Racist Remarks About Gadi Eisenkot

Israeli broadcaster Yinon Magal caused a political uproar by calling Gadi Eisenkot, head of the Yashar! Party, a "monkey" and linking it to his Moroccan heritage. Eisenkot condemned the "vulgarity" and vowed to bring political change. Magal's remarks drew widespread condemnation from opposition leaders, including Yair Lapid, who also criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu's silence. The Yashar! Party accused Magal of racism, comparing the incident to past controversies involving Mizrahi Jews.

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Teenager Fatally Stabbed in Ashkelon; Axe Found at Scene

Teenager Fatally Stabbed in Ashkelon; Axe Found at Scene

A 17-year-old boy was fatally wounded in a violent incident on Herzl Street in Ashkelon on the night of October 18. An axe was found at the scene, and another teenager suffered minor injuries. Both were taken to Barzilai Hospital, where the first victim later died. Police are investigating the incident as having criminal motives.

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Nearly One in Three Israeli Students Considers Emigrating Amid Soaring Living Costs

A survey of 12,000 Israeli students indicates that 29% are considering emigrating due to soaring living costs, with average monthly expenses at NIS 6,907. Many students rely heavily on parental aid and loans, while 81% work extensively alongside their studies. The war's impact is also felt, with reservists facing emotional and social challenges. Concerns about future employment and declining trust in the government are also significant factors influencing students' outlook.

The Jerusalem Post

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Israeli Courts Rule on Eviction, Property Rights, and Contempt of Court

Israeli Courts Rule on Eviction, Property Rights, and Contempt of Court

An Israeli woman was ordered to be evicted from land near Tel Aviv's Metziitzim Beach after a court ruled she had no legal rights to the state-owned property. In another ruling, a woman's claim for half ownership of her husband's pre-marital apartment was denied, as she failed to prove intent to share. Separately, a construction company was fined NIS 4,000 daily for contempt of court after failing to renovate a dangerous building facade in Bat Yam as previously ordered. The eviction is set for December 31, 2026, while the construction company must begin work within 14 days.

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Volvo Unveils New Plug-In Hybrid Models With Extended Electric Range

Volvo has introduced new generations of its XC60 and XC90 plug-in hybrid SUVs, boasting electric ranges of up to 125 kilometers, more than double that of previous models. These vehicles feature larger batteries and improved charging capabilities, allowing many daily commutes to be completed on electricity alone. Production is set to begin in late 2026, with deliveries in early 2027, as Volvo adjusts its electrification strategy to meet diverse market preferences. The enhanced plug-in hybrids are relevant to Israel, which is reviewing tax incentives for such vehicles based on actual electric usage.

Bizportal

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Billionaire John Paulson Donates Record $250 Million to Hebrew University

Billionaire John Paulson Donates Record $250 Million to Hebrew University

Philanthropist John Paulson has donated a record $250 million to the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. The funds will establish a new engineering faculty and expand medical research. The university's Mount Scopus campus will be renamed in his honor. Paulson stated his decision to support Israel stems from a desire to counter anti-Israel sentiment and antisemitism globally.

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