Israeli and Hebrew news, translated to clear English — today's top stories

Wire

Sign in to baba News

One account across the web, iPhone and Android — your subscription follows it.

or use an email code

By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

Search stories

Type at least two characters. Results come from every newsroom baba reads.

↑↓ to move · ↵ to open · esc to close

Sign in to baba News

Sign in to keep asking. News Plus removes the daily limit.

or use an email code

By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

The Desk19:00 bulletinIsrael Orders 12 Latest-Generation Apache Attack Helicopters from US1:22
Bedouin Man Sentenced to 24.5 Years for Aiding Gaza Terror Group
Security · 12 outlets · 30m ago

Bedouin Man Sentenced to 24.5 Years for Aiding Gaza Terror Group

Top stories
Politics

Buildings Collapse Amidst National Crisis, Elections Loom

Buildings Collapse Amidst National Crisis, Elections Loom
18 sources · 47m ago16

Sign in to baba News

Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.

or use an email code

By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

Politics

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu for Defamation Over Oct. 7 Claims

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu for Defamation Over Oct. 7 Claims
27 sources · 2h ago

Sign in to baba News

Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.

or use an email code

By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

Security

Israel Approves NIS 1 Billion Transfer to Fund Apache Helicopter Purchase

Israel Approves NIS 1 Billion Transfer to Fund Apache Helicopter Purchase
18 sources · 1h ago3

Sign in to baba News

Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.

or use an email code

By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

Security

IDF Considers Awards for Heroes of October 7th Battles

IDF Considers Awards for Heroes of October 7th Battles
6 sources · 17m ago

Sign in to baba News

Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.

or use an email code

By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

Security

Gaza Merchants Strike Over Hamas Extortion, Israel Warns World

Gaza Merchants Strike Over Hamas Extortion, Israel Warns World
11 sources · 1h ago

Sign in to baba News

Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.

or use an email code

By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

Security

Student's Death Highlights Disputed Responsibility for Unexploded Ordnance Cleanup

Student's Death Highlights Disputed Responsibility for Unexploded Ordnance Cleanup
10 sources · 57m ago13

Sign in to baba News

Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.

or use an email code

By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

Security

Three Injured, One Critical, After Explosion at Intel Plant in Kiryat Gat

Three Injured, One Critical, After Explosion at Intel Plant in Kiryat Gat
28 sources · 2h ago9

Sign in to baba News

Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.

or use an email code

By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

Security

Child Dies After Recycling Bin Explosion Near Jerusalem; Factory Blast Injures Three

5 sources · 13m ago

Sign in to baba News

Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.

or use an email code

By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

Across the Israeli press

how each group of the press covered the same events
Security · 9 sources · 1h ago

Netanyahu Confirms Egyptian Spy Chief Visited Israel Before Oct. 7 Attack

Security · 13 sources · 2h ago

Israeli Officials Deny Meeting Egyptian Intelligence Chief Before Oct. 7

Security · 20 sources · 5h ago

Bus Driver Killed, 19 Injured in Truck Collision on Northern Israel Highway

Health · 12 sources · 2h ago

Health Ministry Warns Public Against Unidentified Food Products

Sports · 4 sources · 47m ago

Hapoel Tel Aviv Faces Besiktas in EuroLeague Game in Sofia

How the headlines differ

the same event, as each newsroom wrote it

2 headline comparisons today. The words each newsroom chose, side by side.

Comparison written by baba from the headlines above. It describes wording, not which report is right.

Developing

stories picking up newsrooms right now
Torah Scroll Dedicated to Fallen Soldier in New West Bank Settlement
World · 3 sources · 39m ago

Torah Scroll Dedicated to Fallen Soldier in New West Bank Settlement

+3 newsrooms in 90 min
NYC Comptroller Reverses Decision to Buy Israeli Bonds
Politics · 5 sources · 48m ago

NYC Comptroller Reverses Decision to Buy Israeli Bonds

+2 newsrooms in 90 min
US Inflation Surges to 3.7%, Highest Since May, Fueling Rate Hike Odds
Economy · 3 sources · 55m ago

US Inflation Surges to 3.7%, Highest Since May, Fueling Rate Hike Odds

+2 newsrooms in 90 min
Autistic Boy Missing for 24 Hours Found Safe in Jerusalem
General · 4 sources · 44m ago

Autistic Boy Missing for 24 Hours Found Safe in Jerusalem

+1 newsroom in 90 min

Ongoing stories

events that did not end yesterday
Day 4 · 11 updates

Knesset Member Kroizer Files Complaint Against Police for Excessive Force

Israeli Lawmaker Kroizer Summoned for Questioning Over Alleged Assault on Police
8 minutes ago
Day 40 · 3 updates

Maccabi Tel Aviv Dominates Hapoel Tel Aviv in Youth Derby Thriller

Maccabi Haifa Youth Team Defeats Hapoel Tel Aviv 3-0
9 minutes ago
Day 4 · 13 updates

Memorial Event Marks 13 Years Since Passing of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef

Ben-Gvir Honors Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's Legacy
9 minutes ago
Day 6 · 11 updates

UN Commission Head Accuses Israel of Genocide in Gaza, Nominated for Nobel Peace Prize

Nobel Laureate Navi Pillay Criticizes Trump Sanctions, Predicts Netanyahu Trial
16 minutes ago

Politics

More in Politics
Israel's President Herzog Arrives in Azerbaijan for Summit Including Iran

Israel's President Herzog Arrives in Azerbaijan for Summit Including Iran

Israeli President Isaac Herzog arrived in Baku, Azerbaijan on Wednesday for a 1.5-day visit that includes a meeting with President Ilham Aliyev and participation in the CICA summit. The summit, which includes Iran among its 28 members, aims to foster cooperation and stability in Asia. Herzog will deliver a speech and hold diplomatic meetings, concluding with a gathering of the local Jewish community. The visit highlights the strategic partnership between Israel and Azerbaijan, encompassing security, energy, and technology cooperation.

8 newsrooms

Sign in to baba News

Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.

or use an email code

By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

Security

More in Security
Young Man Brutally Beaten in Jaffa After Concert, Suspect Arrested

Young Man Brutally Beaten in Jaffa After Concert, Suspect Arrested

A young man was brutally attacked in Jaffa's port area after attending a concert by singer Lihy Tולדano, sustaining severe injuries in what he described as a homophobic lynching. The victim posted about the incident on Instagram, detailing how a group of men assaulted him due to his sexual orientation. Singer Lihy Tולדano publicly apologized to the victim, expressing her heartbreak over the event. Police have arrested a 17-year-old suspect, who was released under house arrest.

5 newsrooms2

Sign in to baba News

Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.

or use an email code

By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

Economy

More in Economy
Rami Levy and Israir Offer Flights to New York for $909

Rami Levy and Israir Offer Flights to New York for $909

Rami Levy's SuperFly credit card holders can book round-trip flights to New York with Israir for $909, including taxes and luggage. The limited-time offer is valid until March 2027 and is part of Rami Levy's strategy to offer savings in the travel sector. Customers must purchase a voucher on the Rami Levy club website and then redeem it on the Israir website.

9 newsrooms

Sign in to baba News

Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.

or use an email code

By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

World

More in World
Record Numbers of Israelis Travel Abroad Amidst Global Hostility

Record Numbers of Israelis Travel Abroad Amidst Global Hostility

Record numbers of Israelis are traveling abroad despite facing reports of hostility and boycotts. While some destinations are avoided, fears of antisemitism have not stopped vacation plans. The situation is compared to a childhood game, with many international encounters proving unfavorable.

Haaretz English

Sign in to baba News

Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.

or use an email code

By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

Tech

More in Tech
Apple Allocates Tiny Number of New Foldable iPhones to Israel

Apple Allocates Tiny Number of New Foldable iPhones to Israel

Apple is releasing its new foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, to Israel with a very limited initial stock of only about 500 units. The devices will be distributed among various retailers and carriers, with pre-sales starting October 16 and arrival on October 23. Industry insiders speculate this small allocation is either a market test or due to production constraints, as future shipment details are unknown. Prices range from approximately 8,200 to 14,000 shekels depending on the model and retailer.

4 newsrooms

Sign in to baba News

Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.

or use an email code

By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.

Culture

More in Culture

Avri Gilad Opens Up About Post-Divorce Dating Struggles

Israeli media personality Avri Gilad revealed on "The Winning Kitchen VIP" that his love life has been stagnant since his divorce nearly a year ago. He described unsuccessful attempts at dating, including a brief trial of a dating app. Gilad and his cooking partner, Eilon Nofer, also disclosed a short-lived past romance that evolved into a close friendship.

Ice

Sign in to baba News

Sign in to save this article and find it on your phone.

or use an email code

By continuing you agree to the terms and privacy policy.