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Shas party leader Aryeh Deri is expected to resign his seat in the Knesset on Wednesday, though he will remain as party chairman. The Council of Torah Sages will discuss his request to consider stepping down. Deri was previously removed from ministerial positions by the Supreme Court following his conviction for tax offenses.

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Form Emergency Government Now Before It's Too Late
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First Muslim Senator Abdul El-Sayed Wins Michigan Election
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Israel's Election Commission Certifies Final Knesset Results
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Security

Shin Bet Accused of Political Interference Under Election Committee Chairman

David Zini, Chairman of the Central Elections Committee, is accused of demanding the Shin Bet investigate Arab party leaders and challenging election results, allegedly politicizing the security agency. This alleged action is described as a dangerous move that could undermine Israel's democracy, potentially surpassing the severity of the historical "Bus 300 affair." The Shin Bet is legally obligated to protect the democratic process from interference.

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Four Pit Bulls Attack Woman Waiting for Bus in Afula
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Ariel Daycare Abuse Case: Three Suspects Face Charges
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Crime Boss Arrested in Traffic Jam Amidst Tel Aviv Traffic
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Economy

Election Day Shopping Sees Sales Surge, But Real Spending Declines

Israeli shopping centers saw sales surge by up to 300% on Election Day, driven by a national holiday. However, real spending declined compared to previous elections, with an 18% nominal drop and a deeper real decrease after accounting for inflation. Monthly data for October showed a 2.4% national sales increase year-over-year, with power centers outperforming regional malls. Individual mall performances varied significantly, with some reporting substantial gains while others saw sales fall.

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Israel's National Insurance Institute Faces Potential Financial Collapse by 2035
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SHEIN Customers Complain of Refund Issues Amid Logistics Changes
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Bank Manager Emphasizes Financial Planning for Stability
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World

Court Halts Work at Ancient Hebron Jewish Cemetery

The Jerusalem District Court ordered an immediate halt to work at an ancient Jewish cemetery in Hebron, responding to a request from the Chabad Rabbinical Court. The rabbinical court had argued that the construction was damaging graves in the historic Ashkenazi section. The judge ruled that preserving the cemetery's sanctity takes precedence over development, though the underlying petition is still pending.

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Israel Nears 80th Year Amid 'Curse' Theory of National Collapse
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Hebron Jewish Presence Grows, Nonprofit Seeks Public Support
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UN Watch Director Confronts Harvard Moderator Over UN Bias
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Tech

Israeli Cyber Firm Sentra Raises $150 Million, Nears Unicorn Status

Israeli cybersecurity firm Sentra raised $150 million in a Series C funding round, bringing its total funding to over $250 million and nearing a $1 billion valuation. The company, founded by former Unit 8200 intelligence officers, reported 300% annual growth and plans significant global expansion. Led by Capital One Ventures, the funding will support Sentra's goal of becoming a leader in enterprise data security amidst rising cyber threats and AI adoption.

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Haifa Conference Explores AI Integration to Boost Arab Factories' Productivity
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Israeli Startup Explorium, Valued at $513 Million, Shuts Down
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AI Earbuds Promise Real-Time Translation, Breaking Language Barriers
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Culture

Vizhnitz Rebbe Lays Cornerstone for New Ashdod Synagogue

The Vizhnitz Rebbe led a cornerstone-laying ceremony for a new synagogue in Ashdod on Thursday, November 4th. The event honored young scholars who each donated 100,000 shekels towards the construction. The project, which faced bureaucratic challenges, has now begun construction after receiving permits. The ceremony included a festive meal, speeches, and the placement of cornerstones by the Rebbe and key benefactors.

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Ayelet Hasun Expected to Leave Kan 11 Public Broadcaster
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Couple Gifts Third Residence to Bet Elazraki Graduates on 50th Anniversary
Israel National News37m ago
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Jerusalem Municipality Removes Subsidy for Eyal Golan Concert Amid Controversy
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Today

Knesset Member Ayman Odeh Investigated for Receiving Large Cash Sums From Foreign Source

Iran Threatens to Expand War to Europe, Targeting US Bases

Google Shuts Down Global Network of 1.3 Million Compromised TV Streamers

Man Seriously Injured in Violence Incident in Kafr Qasim

Maccabi Tel Aviv to Host EuroLeague Games in Cyprus Amid Security Concerns

Shas Chairman Arie Deri Seeks to Resign from Knesset

Shas Chairman Aryeh Deri Announces Political Retirement After Election Blow

Flydubai Hijacking Survivors Seek Terror Victim Status Amidst Delays

Rahat Man Indicted for Firing M16 at Family Near School

Developing

Israel Gas Prices Rise to NIS 7.85 Per Liter Despite Tax Freeze

Ongoing stories

Maccabi Tel Aviv Pursues EuroLeague Return to Israel

New Shin Bet Chief's Controversial Appointment Raises Concerns Over Election Integrity

Health Ministry Rules Out Ebola Scare in Traveler Returning From Congo

Shas Faces Internal Power Struggle After Election Blow

Politics

Shas Leader Aryeh Deri Expected to Resign Knesset Seat

Form Emergency Government Now Before It's Too Late

First Muslim Senator Abdul El-Sayed Wins Michigan Election

Israel's Election Commission Certifies Final Knesset Results

Security

Shin Bet Accused of Political Interference Under Election Committee Chairman

Four Pit Bulls Attack Woman Waiting for Bus in Afula

Ariel Daycare Abuse Case: Three Suspects Face Charges

Crime Boss Arrested in Traffic Jam Amidst Tel Aviv Traffic

Economy

Election Day Shopping Sees Sales Surge, But Real Spending Declines

Israel's National Insurance Institute Faces Potential Financial Collapse by 2035

SHEIN Customers Complain of Refund Issues Amid Logistics Changes

Bank Manager Emphasizes Financial Planning for Stability

World

Court Halts Work at Ancient Hebron Jewish Cemetery

Israel Nears 80th Year Amid 'Curse' Theory of National Collapse

Hebron Jewish Presence Grows, Nonprofit Seeks Public Support

UN Watch Director Confronts Harvard Moderator Over UN Bias

Tech

Israeli Cyber Firm Sentra Raises $150 Million, Nears Unicorn Status

Haifa Conference Explores AI Integration to Boost Arab Factories' Productivity

Israeli Startup Explorium, Valued at $513 Million, Shuts Down

AI Earbuds Promise Real-Time Translation, Breaking Language Barriers

Culture

Vizhnitz Rebbe Lays Cornerstone for New Ashdod Synagogue

Ayelet Hasun Expected to Leave Kan 11 Public Broadcaster

Couple Gifts Third Residence to Bet Elazraki Graduates on 50th Anniversary

Jerusalem Municipality Removes Subsidy for Eyal Golan Concert Amid Controversy