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The Desk22:00 bulletinBillionaire John Paulson Donates Record $250 Million to Hebrew University1:53
Billionaire John Paulson Donates Record $250 Million to Hebrew University
Culture · 12 outlets · 49m ago

Billionaire John Paulson Donates Record $250 Million to Hebrew University

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Settlers Attack European Diplomats in West Bank Village, Injuring French Mayor

Settlers Attack European Diplomats in West Bank Village, Injuring French Mayor
20 sources · 1h ago7

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Israeli Settlers Attack Foreign Journalists During Olive Harvest, Photographer Robbed

Israeli Settlers Attack Foreign Journalists During Olive Harvest, Photographer Robbed
6 sources · 1h ago3

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Politics

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

TV Host Yinon Magal Clarifies 'Monkey' Remark About Gadi Eisenkot
16 sources · 3h ago5

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Teenager Fatally Stabbed in Ashkelon; Axe Found at Scene

Teenager Fatally Stabbed in Ashkelon; Axe Found at Scene
5 sources · 1h ago

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US Election Uncertainty Threatens Israeli Arms Access

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Economy

Israeli Students Face Monthly Deficit, High Debt, and Job Anxiety

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Centerview Bridge Re-enters Race to Acquire Cal Credit Card Company

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Waze Founders Near Deal for McDonald's Israel Franchise

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Across the Israeli press

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Security · 20 sources · 7h ago

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

Security · 15 sources · 8h ago

Settlers Attack European Diplomats, Palestinian Olive Harvesters in West Bank

Politics · 7 sources · 20h ago

Hundreds Establish New Settlement Facing Gaza

Sports · 4 sources · 11h ago

Hapoel Tel Aviv Stuns Panathinaikos for Major EuroLeague Upset

Politics · 7 sources · 17h ago

China Demands Israel Open Gaza Access, Halt West Bank Settlements

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Israeli Host Questioned Over Political Allegiances

Israeli host Ophira Assayag's program questioned the allegiances of Prime Minister's advisor Yonatan Urikh and commentator Amit Segal amid the 'Qatargate' affair. The show also featured an interview with attorney David Peter, who is on the Likud party list. The article implies Assayag herself may be serving political interests.

Haaretz

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Gush Dan Metro Construction Underway Years Before Opening

Gush Dan Metro Construction Underway Years Before Opening

Extensive construction for the Gush Dan metro system, which is not slated to open until 2037, is already underway with 30 active work sites across the region. NTA is prioritizing infrastructure relocation before tunneling begins to avoid delays, with current works costing over a billion shekels. The project involves three lines and aims for full automation to handle high passenger volumes. Major tunneling is expected to start around 2030, with the system planned to open in 2037.

Globes

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Israelis Question Retirement Savings Adequacy Amid Complex Planning Landscape

Israelis Question Retirement Savings Adequacy Amid Complex Planning Landscape

Many Israelis are concerned about their retirement savings, with social media discussions highlighting this anxiety. Financial experts emphasize that individual circumstances vary greatly, making it difficult to provide a single savings target. Simulations suggest a 35-year-old earning the median salary should have around 300,000 shekels saved, with targets increasing significantly by age 45 and 55. Key factors influencing retirement readiness include early savings, compound interest, management fees, and personal financial planning.

Globes

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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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Culture

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Israel's Springs Valley Revitalizes Tourism with Eco-Projects and Gastronomy

Israel's Emek HaMaayanot Valley, known for its 40 natural springs, is undergoing a tourism and environmental revitalization. Projects include the Kama Resort with unique architecture and a focus on nature, and the Society for the Protection of Nature's Startup Nature initiative restoring wetlands for migratory birds. The region's agricultural sector is also developing a new culinary scene, with farms, restaurants, and local producers creating unique offerings. The historical city of Beit She'an, with its extensive archaeological sites, is integrating gastronomy, highlighting the valley's rich history and natural beauty.

Mignews

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