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US House Speaker Mike Johnson has praised Israel's designation of Highway 60 as the "Biblical Highway," calling it a symbol of the Jewish people's ancient connection to the land. The Israeli government approved the name "Derech HaTanach" as part of a plan to develop the route for tourism and heritage. The highway connects numerous biblical sites in Judea and Samaria, and the project aims to attract international visitors.

The Jerusalem Post1h ago

Yisrael! Party Chairman Gadi Eisenkot Outlines Opposition's Goals
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Trump's Aid Cut Threat Stuns Israeli Finance and Security Officials
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Eisenkot Pledges Swift Action to Form New Government, Replace Knesset Speaker
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Security

Shin Bet Chief Demands AG Probe Four Arab Politicians

Shin Bet chief David Baruch has asked Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara to investigate four senior Arab politicians, including Ahmad Tibi, Mansour Abbas, and Sami Abu Shehadeh. The Attorney General requires evidence before approving the probes, which has only been provided for one unnamed MK so far. A joint investigation team with the police has been agreed upon, but has not yet begun due to the Shin Bet not sharing materials.

i24NEWS1h ago

Dozens Arrested in Economic Crimes Sweep, Millions Seized
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Attorney General Denies Claims of Hindering Election Bribery Probe
Hamal2h ago
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Karmiel Opens Public Shelters Amid Northern Border Security Concerns
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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.

Ice1h ago

ShoppingIL Event Launches November Sales With 3,000 Businesses Participating
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Organization Warns Against Seeking 'Shortcuts' to Financial Success
Behadrei Haredim2h ago
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Matslaui Faces Over $2 Million Payout on Stock Deal
Calcalist2h ago
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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.

Ice1h ago

David Heller Appointed Chairman of Jewish Agency's Board of Governors
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Iranian Social Media Buzzes Over Man Resembling Netanyahu
Hamal8h ago
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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 French2h ago

LAOS Media Becomes First Israeli Partner in TikTok's Global Marketing Program
Ice8h ago
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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
Mignews10h 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

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

Israel's Supreme Court Rebuke Knesset Speaker Over State Comptroller Election Standoff

New Details Emerge in Sexual Harassment Allegation Against Israeli Soccer Player

Israel Warns US of Potential Iranian Chemical Weapons Use

Herzog Begins Consultations on Government Formation, Eisenkot Leads Recommendations

Bomb Threats Disrupt European Flights Over Two Days

Coalition Members Demand Emergency Session on Election Integrity

Rabbi Lundin Predicts Political Stalemate to End in New Elections

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

Across the Israeli press

US Midterm Elections: Impact on Israel Aid and Economy Debated

Israeli Opposition Leaders Meet to Forge Government Path

Golan Meets Joint List Leaders to Discuss Replacing Netanyahu

Israel's Health Ministry Director-General Resigns After Nine Years

Democrat Haley Stevens Endorses Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate Race

How the headlines differ

Herzog Begins Consultations to Task Next Israeli Government Formateur

Democrat Haley Stevens Endorses Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate Race

Ongoing stories

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

Military Vehicle Missing From Southern IDF Camp, Security Alert Issued

Police Arrest 3 Suspects in Ultra-Orthodox Protest Clash

Politics

US House Speaker Mike Johnson Praises Israel's 'Biblical Highway' Designation

Yisrael! Party Chairman Gadi Eisenkot Outlines Opposition's Goals

Trump's Aid Cut Threat Stuns Israeli Finance and Security Officials

Eisenkot Pledges Swift Action to Form New Government, Replace Knesset Speaker

Security

Shin Bet Chief Demands AG Probe Four Arab Politicians

Dozens Arrested in Economic Crimes Sweep, Millions Seized

Attorney General Denies Claims of Hindering Election Bribery Probe

Karmiel Opens Public Shelters Amid Northern Border Security Concerns

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