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The Desk15:00 bulletinBeit Shemesh Man Indicted for Sexually Abusing Minors in Synagogues and Mikvahs2:09
21 Contractors, IDF Officers Arrested in Alleged Multi-Million Shekel Fraud Scheme
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21 Contractors, IDF Officers Arrested in Alleged Multi-Million Shekel Fraud Scheme

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Haifa Government Tower Reopens After Iranian Missile Damage

Haifa Government Tower Reopens After Iranian Missile Damage
6 sources · 6m ago

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Dozens of Haredi Yeshiva Students Detained at Ben Gurion Airport

Dozens of Haredi Yeshiva Students Detained at Ben Gurion Airport
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Beit Shemesh Man Indicted for Sexually Abusing Minors in Synagogues and Mikvahs

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Israeli Education Minister Halts National Tests Amid Election Concerns

Israeli Education Minister Halts National Tests Amid Election Concerns
3 sources · 19m ago

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Australian Politician Loses Leg After Being Rammed by Car

Australian Politician Loses Leg After Being Rammed by Car
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US Envoy Warns Israeli Strike in Syria Nearly Sparked Turkey Clash

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Israeli Education Minister's Decision to Cancel Student Assessments Sparks Widespread Criticism

Israeli Education Minister's Decision to Cancel Student Assessments Sparks Widespread Criticism
9 sources · 2h ago

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Haredi Lawmakers Outraged Over Arrests of Draft Dodgers

Haredi Lawmakers Outraged Over Arrests of Draft Dodgers
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Report Highlights Systemic Failures in Israeli Education, Calls for Reform

A report by Professor Ami Moyal has identified structural failures in Israel's education system, despite confirming the reliability of student test results. The review highlights issues with responsibility, authority, and decision-making, recommending legislative changes to ensure the professional independence of the National Authority for Measurement and Evaluation (RAAMa). The report also calls for a re-evaluation of performance level definitions and suggests forming a national council for education to guide long-term policy and strategy. The author emphasizes the need for clear national direction and leadership focused on changing educational reality.

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Orthodox Students Detained at Ben Gurion Airport Face Jail or Service

Orthodox Students Detained at Ben Gurion Airport Face Jail or Service

Dozens of Chabad Hasidim returning from the US were detained at Ben Gurion Airport for draft evasion and brought to an IDF recruitment center. The IDF offered suspended sentences for those willing to serve and military prison for refusers. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the arrests unacceptable, while other politicians debated the issue and the possibility of an exemption law for the ultra-Orthodox.

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Economist Doubts Plan to Abolish 200 Shekel Note, Warns of Increased Poverty

Economist Omar Fandi of the Arab Economic Forum questions the effectiveness of abolishing the 200 shekel banknote, suggesting it won't stop crime and could increase poverty. He argues the move aims to boost tax revenue without addressing the fiscal deficit or spending priorities. Fandi warns that eliminating the note could disproportionately harm the estimated 900,000 Israelis without bank accounts and complicate issues for Palestinian banks. He advocates for reviewing government spending and implementing policies that encourage economic integration instead of increasing the tax burden on citizens and businesses.

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Arkia Cancels New Japan Route, Stranding Thousands of Passengers

Arkia Cancels New Japan Route, Stranding Thousands of Passengers

Israeli airline Arkia canceled its new direct flight route to Tokyo, Japan, just a month before flights were scheduled to begin, leaving thousands of passengers stranded. The airline cited bureaucratic issues with Japanese authorities for the cancellation. Passengers have reported receiving little notice and facing limited options for rebooking or refunds, with some describing the situation as a "trap." Two class-action lawsuits have been filed against Arkia over the cancellations.

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Meta's Smart Glasses Go on Sale in Israel

Meta's smart glasses, including Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta models, are now available in Israel starting at 1590 shekels. The devices feature cameras, audio, and AI, allowing for photo/video capture and calls. The launch expands Meta's collaboration with EssilorLuxottica, but privacy concerns persist regarding discreet recording capabilities.

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Kibbutz Furniture Workshop Founded by Slain Woman Burns Down

Kibbutz Furniture Workshop Founded by Slain Woman Burns Down

The "Ayona" woodworking shop in Kibbutz Be'eri, founded by Yonat Or who was murdered on October 7, was completely destroyed by a fire. Firefighters determined the blaze resulted from production processes. Or's family and the workshop staff are determined to rebuild the business in her memory. The shop specialized in unique vintage furniture and was a thriving enterprise.

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