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Security · 16 outlets · 1h ago

Three Charged in $129 Million AI CEO Impersonation Fraud Scheme

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Arab Joint List Wins Plurality in Nof HaGalil, a City Founded to "Judaize" Galilee

2 sources · 38m ago

Security

US Blocks Netanyahu's Secret Iran Operation Plan Amidst Israeli Security Division

1h ago

Security

Model Accused of Murder Breaks Silence on Drug Party Death

1 sources · 58m ago

Security

Israeli Commander Knew of Settler Home Seizure in Jericho, Sources Say

3 sources · 1h ago

Across the Israeli press

how each group of the press covered the same events

Politics · 12 sources · 8h ago

Lieberman Drops Veto on Haredi Parties, Eyes Rotation Government with Eisenkot

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Weather · 5 sources · 4h ago

Israel Braces for Heavy Rains and Flooding This Weekend

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Security · 9 sources · 9h ago

Police Investigations Chief Restricts Information Sharing with Shin Bet on Election Probe

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Health · 10 sources · 6h ago

Israeli TV Host Avri Gilad Diagnosed With Bell's Palsy

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Weather · 6 sources · 6h ago

Meteorological Service Predicts Stronger Rains for Saturday

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How the headlines differ

the same event, as each newsroom wrote it

Settlers Establish Outpost Near Jericho After Secret Home Purchase

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Lieberman Willing to Compromise on Draft Law to Form Government

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Ongoing stories

events that did not end yesterday

Day 50 · 22 updates

Maccabi Tel Aviv Basketball Team Faces Injury Concerns Ahead of EuroLeague Opener

Maccabi Tel Aviv Suffers From Three-Point Barrage in Belgrade

9 minutes ago

Day 12 · 8 updates

Israeli Elections: Arab Parties Could Be Kingmakers, Professor Explains

Israeli Politics Grapples with Arab Party Participation in Government

18 minutes ago

Shin Bet Investigators Trade Barbs Over Election Bribery Probe

Day 59 · 29 updates

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

Shin Bet Investigators Trade Barbs Over Election Bribery Probe

42 minutes ago

Ultra-Orthodox Parties Celebrate Lieberman's Shift on Conscription

Day 27 · 11 updates

Lieberman Unveils Plan to Counter Religious Influence on Israeli State

Ultra-Orthodox Parties Celebrate Lieberman's Shift on Conscription

47 minutes ago

Politics

Analysis Reveals Netanyahu Bloc Lost 11 Seats Due to Electoral Threshold and Shifting Demographics

An analysis of the recent Israeli election results shows the "Netanyahu bloc" lost 11 mandates primarily due to changes in the electoral threshold and demographic shifts, not just a decline in national support. Support for the bloc weakened in major cities and showed a clear socioeconomic divide, with higher socioeconomic groups favoring the "change bloc." The Shas party also lost significant mandates, with votes shifting to other Haredi parties and within the Netanyahu bloc. Cross-sectoral voting between Arab and Jewish communities remains minimal.

2 newsrooms3h ago

Netanyahu May Disrupt Power Transition, Dangerous Scenario Cited
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Eisenkot Renews Call for Mandatory Service Amid Coalition Talks
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Ex-US Envoy: Netanyahu 'Toxic' to Washington, Israel Needs New Leadership
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Security

Iran Seeks Advanced Russian S-400 Air Defense Systems Amidst Talks

Iran is in advanced talks with Russia to acquire advanced S-400 air defense systems, with a personal letter from Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei delivered to President Vladimir Putin. The deal, which Iran has pursued for years, is seen as crucial for rebuilding its air defenses following Israeli and U.S. strikes. Leaked documents also suggest Russia is supplying Iran with missile launchers. This comes as Iran pursues a strategy of strengthening ties with Russia and China to counter external pressure.

4 newsrooms2h ago

Sailor Killed in Attack on Greek Oil Tanker in Gulf
Arab4836m ago
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Trump Claims He Saved Israel and Middle East by Stopping Iran's Nuclear Program
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Lebanese Army Chief: Israeli Presence is Lebanon's Primary Threat
Alarab50m ago
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Economy

Dollar Surges to New High, Weakening Shekel Amid Global and Local Uncertainty

The U.S. dollar surged to over 3.22 shekels on Friday, its highest point since December 2025, driven by a sharp Wall Street decline and Israeli domestic uncertainties. This impacts Israeli consumers by increasing the cost of dollar-denominated purchases. While exporters may benefit, the overall effect depends on individual financial strategies. Local factors like government formation uncertainty and geopolitical concerns also weigh on the shekel.

3 newsrooms11h ago

Israir Considers Acquiring Rival Airline Arkia
6 newsrooms9h ago
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Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Surges on Positive Political Outlook
5 newsrooms7h ago
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Airport Authority Workers' Union Considers Buying Arkia Airline
Davar9h ago
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World

Soldier Impersonated Boy Lost in 1960 Morocco Earthquake, Deceiving Israel

A soldier impersonated Abraham Ohayon, a boy believed to have died in the 1960 Agadir earthquake, and reunited with his supposed parents in Israel in 1970. The sensational story captivated the nation but was exposed when another family recognized the soldier as their own son. The impostor was arrested and sentenced to prison, leaving the Ohayon family devastated and the fate of their real son still unknown.

Ynetnews2h ago

Couple Welcomes Son After Daughter's Death in Iranian Missile Strike
Ynetnews11h ago
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Widow of Israeli Murdered in Alexandria Terror Attack Laid to Rest
2 newsrooms10h ago
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Dutch Couple Strengthens Christian Support for Israel Amid Rising Anti-Israel Sentiment
All Israel News11h ago
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Tech

Apple's Secret Keyboard List Filters Over 100,000 Words

Apple's iOS keyboard reportedly filters over 100,000 words and phrases, preventing them from being suggested or recognized by swipe-typing. Discovered by security researcher Derek Kaufman, the secret list includes offensive terms and politically sensitive phrases, such as "Dictator Trump" and "occupied territories" in Hebrew. While Apple states users can bypass suggestions and the feature aims to avoid offensive content, digital rights groups criticize the lack of transparency and user control over this subtle censorship.

Israel Hayom3h ago

Israeli-American AEYE Health Wins Prestigious Prix Galien Award for AI Blindness Prevention Tech
The Jerusalem Post5h ago
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Windows 11 Paint Vulnerability Poses Remote Hacking Risk
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Liel Abada Earns Special EA FC 27 Team of the Week Card
2 newsrooms12h ago
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Culture

Moshe Hillel, 'The Singing Paratrooper,' Dies at 80

Israeli singer Moshe Hillel, known as "The Singing Paratrooper," died at age 80. He gained fame in the 1970s with hits like "The Boy with the Banjo" and "Do Not Fear Israel," and participated in numerous Mizrahi Song Festivals, winning first place in 1976. Hillel also acted in films such as "Kazablan" and performed the theme song for "Abba Ganuv." He continued performing and managing venues throughout his career, receiving a special award in 2022.

3 newsrooms3h ago

Dutch Mayor Intervenes After Museum Cancels Jewish Heritage Exhibit
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From Immigrant to Internet Sensation: Lara Grinses' Rise to Stardom
Channel 1317m ago
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Israeli Society's Embrace of False Narratives Echoes Borges' Fiction
Maariv52m ago
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Today

Three Charged in $129 Million AI CEO Impersonation Fraud Scheme

Arab Joint List Wins Plurality in Nof HaGalil, a City Founded to "Judaize" Galilee

Border Police Arrest Seven Palestinians Attempting Illegal Entry Near Jerusalem

Israeli Appointed to Key UN Audit Advisory Committee for First Time

Trump Appoints Stephen Miller Chief of Staff After Midterm Losses

Lieberman Willing to Compromise on Draft Law to Form Government

US Blocks Netanyahu's Secret Iran Operation Plan Amidst Israeli Security Division

Model Accused of Murder Breaks Silence on Drug Party Death

Israeli Commander Knew of Settler Home Seizure in Jericho, Sources Say

Across the Israeli press

Lieberman Drops Veto on Haredi Parties, Eyes Rotation Government with Eisenkot

Israel Braces for Heavy Rains and Flooding This Weekend

Police Investigations Chief Restricts Information Sharing with Shin Bet on Election Probe

Israeli TV Host Avri Gilad Diagnosed With Bell's Palsy

Meteorological Service Predicts Stronger Rains for Saturday

How the headlines differ

Settlers Establish Outpost Near Jericho After Secret Home Purchase

Lieberman Willing to Compromise on Draft Law to Form Government

Ongoing stories

Maccabi Tel Aviv Basketball Team Faces Injury Concerns Ahead of EuroLeague Opener

Israeli Elections: Arab Parties Could Be Kingmakers, Professor Explains

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

Lieberman Unveils Plan to Counter Religious Influence on Israeli State

Politics

Analysis Reveals Netanyahu Bloc Lost 11 Seats Due to Electoral Threshold and Shifting Demographics

Netanyahu May Disrupt Power Transition, Dangerous Scenario Cited

Eisenkot Renews Call for Mandatory Service Amid Coalition Talks

Ex-US Envoy: Netanyahu 'Toxic' to Washington, Israel Needs New Leadership

Security

Iran Seeks Advanced Russian S-400 Air Defense Systems Amidst Talks

Sailor Killed in Attack on Greek Oil Tanker in Gulf

Trump Claims He Saved Israel and Middle East by Stopping Iran's Nuclear Program

Lebanese Army Chief: Israeli Presence is Lebanon's Primary Threat

Economy

Dollar Surges to New High, Weakening Shekel Amid Global and Local Uncertainty

Israir Considers Acquiring Rival Airline Arkia

Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Surges on Positive Political Outlook

Airport Authority Workers' Union Considers Buying Arkia Airline

World

Soldier Impersonated Boy Lost in 1960 Morocco Earthquake, Deceiving Israel

Couple Welcomes Son After Daughter's Death in Iranian Missile Strike

Widow of Israeli Murdered in Alexandria Terror Attack Laid to Rest

Dutch Couple Strengthens Christian Support for Israel Amid Rising Anti-Israel Sentiment

Tech

Apple's Secret Keyboard List Filters Over 100,000 Words

Israeli-American AEYE Health Wins Prestigious Prix Galien Award for AI Blindness Prevention Tech

Windows 11 Paint Vulnerability Poses Remote Hacking Risk

Liel Abada Earns Special EA FC 27 Team of the Week Card

Culture

Moshe Hillel, 'The Singing Paratrooper,' Dies at 80

Dutch Mayor Intervenes After Museum Cancels Jewish Heritage Exhibit

From Immigrant to Internet Sensation: Lara Grinses' Rise to Stardom

Israeli Society's Embrace of False Narratives Echoes Borges' Fiction