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The Jerusalem Municipality is facing public backlash for subsidizing tickets to a concert featuring singer Eyal Golan, scheduled for November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. Critics, including a deputy mayor and a Knesset member, argue the decision is inappropriate given ongoing allegations against Golan. The municipality defended the subsidy as a standard cultural support initiative for city residents.

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Trump Claims Deal With Netanyahu to End $4 Billion Annual US Aid to Israel
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Herzog Begins Consultations on Government Formation, Eisenkot Leads Recommendations
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Netanyahu Secures Shas Support with Pledge on Ultra-Orthodox Draft Exemption
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Security

Man Arrested, Beaten, and Abandoned by Police Officers

An incident where an individual was allegedly arrested, beaten, and abandoned by five police officers is under review by the Police Investigations Department. The officers involved will face administrative consequences based on the PID's decision. The police stated this is standard procedure.

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New Details Emerge in Sexual Harassment Allegation Against Israeli Soccer Player
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Shin Bet Chief Demands AG Probe Four Arab Politicians
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Dozens Arrested in Economic Crimes Sweep, Millions Seized
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Economy

Major Retailers Threaten to Close Azrieli Malls Over Business Dispute

Retailers Golf & Co. and Steimatzky are threatening to close dozens of stores in Azrieli Group malls due to a dispute over financial terms and management fees. The potential closure affects around 50 to 60 branches across 20 malls. This conflict follows a previous legal dispute and involves companies with shared ownership and management, including CEO Eyal Grinberg. The retailers are showing improved financial performance despite the ongoing disagreement.

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ShoppingIL Event Launches November Sales With 3,000 Businesses Participating
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Organization Warns Against Seeking 'Shortcuts' to Financial Success
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Matslaui Faces Over $2 Million Payout on Stock Deal
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World

Ex-IDF Spokesperson Appointed to Lead Breaking the Silence

Ayelet Krauzer, a former IDF Spokesperson's Unit soldier, has been appointed the new spokesperson for the organization Breaking the Silence. She announced her new role on X, criticizing the IDF's communication strategies during her service and alleging that public trust was prioritized over the public's right to know. Her appointment has drawn mixed reactions, with some criticizing her and others offering congratulations.

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David Heller Appointed Chairman of Jewish Agency's Board of Governors
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Iranian Social Media Buzzes Over Man Resembling Netanyahu
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Israeli Agriculture Pioneer Shlomi Cohen Remembered for Dedication to Land
Arutz Sheva10h ago
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Tech

InnovNation Explores Cyberattacks, Quantum Computing, and Smart Lenses

i24NEWS's InnovNation program will air a new episode tonight at 10:30 PM Israeli time, featuring reports on cyberattacks in Europe, Israel's role in quantum computing, and the future of smart lenses. The episode will also discuss the potential impact of smart lenses on telephony.

i24NEWS French3h ago

LAOS Media Becomes First Israeli Partner in TikTok's Global Marketing Program
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NVIDIA Tops List of Best Tech Companies to Work For in Israel
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Samsung Unveils Galaxy Z Fold8 Series as Pocket-Sized AI Photography Studios
Mignews11h ago
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Culture

Jewish Academy Opens in Germany, Fostering Dialogue and Combating Antisemitism

Germany has opened a new Jewish Academy in Frankfurt, inspired by the first "Lehrhaus" founded by Franz Rosenzweig in 1920. The academy aims to foster Jewish learning, dialogue, and understanding for all, serving as a symbol of Jewish self-confidence amid rising antisemitism. Speakers emphasized the historical importance of Jewish education in Germany and the need to combat hate through knowledge, dialogue, and community, urging political parties to unequivocally reject antisemitism.

Jüdische Allgemeine4h ago

Prominent Rabbis Attend Wedding to Honor Work for At-Risk Youth
Kikar HaShabbat1h ago
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Dream Raffle Offers Luxury Jerusalem Apartment, Cash Prizes
Israel National News1h ago
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Israeli Singers Gil Israelov and Yishai Lapidot Release New Duet
Behadrei Haredim2h ago
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Today

Shin Bet Chief Seeks to Question Arab Lawmakers Over Election Interference Claims

Foreign Soccer Player in Israel Faces Sexual Harassment Allegations

Syria Cracks Down on Hezbollah Following Assad Regime's Collapse

Israeli Soccer Player Suspected of Sexual Offense Against Masseuse

Israel Warns US of Potential Iranian Chemical Weapons Use

Police Investigate Top Israeli Soccer Player Over Sexual Harassment Allegations

Israeli Soccer Player Accused of Sexual Harassment by Therapist

Shin Bet Chief Demands Investigation of Arab Party Leaders

Shin Bet Chief Seeks Probe of Arab Party Leaders Lacking Evidence

Ongoing stories

Poll Shows New Alliances Dim Likelihood of Opposition Forming Government

Israeli Political Bloc Considers Lapid for Knesset Speaker Role

Poll Shows Majority of Israeli Right-Wing Voters Favor Technical Bloc

Military Vehicle Missing From Southern IDF Camp, Security Alert Issued

Politics

Jerusalem Municipality Faces Backlash Over Subsidizing Eyal Golan Concert

Trump Claims Deal With Netanyahu to End $4 Billion Annual US Aid to Israel

Herzog Begins Consultations on Government Formation, Eisenkot Leads Recommendations

Netanyahu Secures Shas Support with Pledge on Ultra-Orthodox Draft Exemption

Security

Man Arrested, Beaten, and Abandoned by Police Officers

New Details Emerge in Sexual Harassment Allegation Against Israeli Soccer Player

Shin Bet Chief Demands AG Probe Four Arab Politicians

Dozens Arrested in Economic Crimes Sweep, Millions Seized

Economy

Major Retailers Threaten to Close Azrieli Malls Over Business Dispute

ShoppingIL Event Launches November Sales With 3,000 Businesses Participating

Organization Warns Against Seeking 'Shortcuts' to Financial Success

Matslaui Faces Over $2 Million Payout on Stock Deal

World

Ex-IDF Spokesperson Appointed to Lead Breaking the Silence

David Heller Appointed Chairman of Jewish Agency's Board of Governors

Iranian Social Media Buzzes Over Man Resembling Netanyahu

Israeli Agriculture Pioneer Shlomi Cohen Remembered for Dedication to Land

Tech

InnovNation Explores Cyberattacks, Quantum Computing, and Smart Lenses

LAOS Media Becomes First Israeli Partner in TikTok's Global Marketing Program

NVIDIA Tops List of Best Tech Companies to Work For in Israel

Samsung Unveils Galaxy Z Fold8 Series as Pocket-Sized AI Photography Studios

Culture

Jewish Academy Opens in Germany, Fostering Dialogue and Combating Antisemitism

Prominent Rabbis Attend Wedding to Honor Work for At-Risk Youth

Dream Raffle Offers Luxury Jerusalem Apartment, Cash Prizes

Israeli Singers Gil Israelov and Yishai Lapidot Release New Duet