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The Desk23:00 bulletinSchool Trip Tragedy: Unexploded Ordnance Kills Teen, Injures 23, Sparks Knesset Probe1:12
Teenager Killed, 24 Injured in Unexploded Ordnance Blast in Northern Israel
Security · 27 outlets · 4m ago

Teenager Killed, 24 Injured in Unexploded Ordnance Blast in Northern Israel

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Kfar Saba Mayor Accused of Corruption; Oversight Mechanisms Questioned

Kfar Saba Mayor Accused of Corruption; Oversight Mechanisms Questioned
20 sources · 1h ago3

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Security

Israeli Teen Killed, Dozens Injured in Unexploded Ordnance Blast During School Trip

Israeli Teen Killed, Dozens Injured in Unexploded Ordnance Blast During School Trip
6 sources · 21m ago

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Netanyahu Advisor Accused of Using AI for Qatar Image Campaign

Netanyahu Advisor Accused of Using AI for Qatar Image Campaign
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Health

Israel's Health Funds Show Reduced Deficit But Financial Gaps Remain

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Northern Israel Cluster Bomb Attack Kills Teen, Injures Dozens

3 sources · 12m ago

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Matan Kahana: Eisenkot More Right-Wing Than Netanyahu, PM Must Resign

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13-Year-Old Killed by Hezbollah Cluster Bomb on School Trip

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Haredi Party Chairman Explodes on Air Over Voter Concerns

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Security · 26 sources · 7h ago

Schools Reopen in Kiryat Ata After Unusual Pollution Incident

Sports · 5 sources · 23m ago

Deni Avdija Scores Nine Points as Portland Trail Blazers Rout London Lions

Security · 30 sources · 10h ago

Kfar Saba Mayor's Wife Suspected of Obstructing Investigation

Security · 12 sources · 7h ago

Israeli-Russian Dual Citizen Sentenced to 3.5 Years in Russian Prison for Small Donation

Security · 23 sources · 12h ago

Eyewitness Describes Harrowing Scene of Youngsters Injured in Ramis Ridge Unexploded Ordnance Incident

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IDF to Establish Over 800 Polling Stations for Upcoming Election

IDF to Establish Over 800 Polling Stations for Upcoming Election

The Israeli military will establish over 800 polling stations for the upcoming Knesset election, about 100 more than previously. This expansion accounts for thousands of troops deployed in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria. Commanders are also being warned against making political statements within their units.

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13-Year-Old Killed by Hezbollah Cluster Bomb on School Trip

A 13-year-old Israeli student, Elazar Yair Wilensky, was killed and dozens were injured when an old Hezbollah cluster bomb exploded during a school trip in the Upper Galilee. The incident occurred when a student reportedly found the explosive device and it detonated. The IDF is investigating the explosion, which is suspected to be a leftover from Hezbollah. Support services are being provided to the affected students and families.

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Israeli Health Funds' Deficit Drops 44% in One Year

Israel's Ministry of Health reported that the combined deficit of all health maintenance organizations (HMOs) fell by 44% to 194 million shekels in 2025, with overall revenues increasing by 6.5%. While most HMOs reported surpluses, Clalit still had a deficit of 364 million shekels, though this was an improvement. The national health basket cost rose 6% to 80.5 billion shekels, with inpatient care costs increasing. The report also highlighted a decrease in patient co-payments over the last decade.

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Israel and Albania Sign Aviation Accord Amid Tourism Boom

Israel and Albania Sign Aviation Accord Amid Tourism Boom

Israel and Albania have signed a new aviation agreement in Tirana, expanding flight options between the two nations. The deal follows a massive increase in Israeli tourists visiting Albania, from 7,000 to 100,000 annually. Minister of Transport Gideon Saar finalized the accord, which also includes an expanded intergovernmental cooperation agreement to foster business opportunities. The agreements aim to strengthen air connectivity, boost tourism, and enhance economic ties.

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Microsoft Israel R&D Center Cuts Dozens of Jobs in Restructuring

Microsoft Israel R&D Center Cuts Dozens of Jobs in Restructuring

Microsoft Israel Research and Development is laying off dozens of employees, affecting about 50 people in the Copilot Studio group as part of a global restructuring. The company employs approximately 3,000 R&D workers in Israel. The move follows recent leadership changes at the Israeli R&D center. Microsoft stated it is supporting affected employees with sensitivity and respect.

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New Books Explore Personal Journeys and Israeli Society

Two new novels by young Israeli authors, Chen Booker Amar and Maya Benvenisti, explore personal growth and complex relationships. Journalist Ruth Margalit's new book collects profiles of prominent Israelis, offering insights into a society in crisis. Additionally, Shira Geffen has released a children's book featuring stories from children displaced by the October 7th attacks, illustrating their resilience and imagination.

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