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The Desk19:00 bulletinBody of Missing Israeli Hiker Found on Mount Olympus1:32
Yair Golan Calls Khamenei Assassination a Mistake, Netanyahu Responds
Politics · 14 outlets · 13m ago

Yair Golan Calls Khamenei Assassination a Mistake, Netanyahu Responds

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Palestinians Postpone Legislative Elections Until September 2027 Amid Worsening Conditions

Palestinians Postpone Legislative Elections Until September 2027 Amid Worsening Conditions
15 sources · 29m ago2

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US Sanctions ICC Hours After Navi Pillay Awarded Nobel Peace Prize

US Sanctions ICC Hours After Navi Pillay Awarded Nobel Peace Prize
13 sources · 18m ago

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Politics

Israel Slams Nobel Committee Over Peace Prize Award to Navi Pillay

Israel Slams Nobel Committee Over Peace Prize Award to Navi Pillay
26 sources · 1h ago3

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FDA Approves Teva's New Schizophrenia Drug Weltruza

FDA Approves Teva's New Schizophrenia Drug Weltruza
9 sources · 29m ago

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Three Men Charged in Theft of Israeli Military's Shoulder-Fired Matador Missile

Three Men Charged in Theft of Israeli Military's Shoulder-Fired Matador Missile
12 sources · 1h ago

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Body Found After Search for Missing Person Off Shdodot Yam Beach

Body Found After Search for Missing Person Off Shdodot Yam Beach
5 sources · 14m ago

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Body of Missing Israeli Hiker Found on Mount Olympus

Body of Missing Israeli Hiker Found on Mount Olympus
16 sources · 1h ago2

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Suspected Car Thief Dies After Police Chase Ends in Fatal Jerusalem-Area Crash

Suspected Car Thief Dies After Police Chase Ends in Fatal Jerusalem-Area Crash
7 sources · 43m ago2

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Across the Israeli press

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Security · 21 sources · 3h ago

Israeli Officer Killed in Lebanon Vehicle Rollover, Mourned by Family and Comrades

Politics · 8 sources · 3h ago

Green Party Leader Polanski Loses Election, Faces Fallout Over Anti-Zionist Resolution

Security · 10 sources · 3h ago

Israel Defense Forces Destroy Hamas Weapons Depots in Gaza

Security · 11 sources · 4h ago

IDF Strikes Kill Three Militants in Gaza City

Politics · 7 sources · 6h ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani Accused of Minimizing October 7 Atrocities

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Politics · 5 sources · 1h ago

Netanyahu Congratulates Brazilian Candidate Bolsonaro on First-Round Election Results

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World · 3 sources · 56m ago

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Amos Luzon Buys Control of Kohan Properties for $5 Million
Economy · 4 sources · 1h ago

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NYC Councilman Mamdani Accuses Israel of Ongoing Genocide in Gaza

New York Mayor Confronts Backlash Over Acknowledging Israeli Victims
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Media Personality Yinon Magal Apologizes to Bibas Family Amid Uproar

Media Personality Yinon Magal Apologizes to Bibas Family Amid Uproar

Media personality Yinon Magal apologized to relatives of hostage Shiri Bibas for remarks he made against former hostages and bereaved families. Two relatives accepted his apology, but Ofri Bibas, sister of hostage Yarden Bibas, rejected it, stating the relatives were not authorized to accept it. Magal's comments, made on a radio show, called individuals critical of Prime Minister Netanyahu "despicable" and "abhorrent." Radio station 103FM is now facing violation proceedings for the broadcast.

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Israel Prepares for Post-Election Escalation Amid Hamas Resilience Claims

Israel Prepares for Post-Election Escalation Amid Hamas Resilience Claims

Israeli intelligence reports suggest Hamas views the post-October 7th period as a victory and is preparing for renewed conflict, potentially including rocket attacks. The IDF is reportedly intensifying efforts against Hamas leaders and infrastructure, with a major operation anticipated after Israeli elections. The article speculates on Hamas's long-term strategic outlook, influenced by founder Ahmed Yassin, and predicts a return to heightened military operations following upcoming elections in Israel and the US.

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Economy

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Israelis Set New Spending Record Fueled by Holiday Travel and Dining

Israelis Set New Spending Record Fueled by Holiday Travel and Dining

Israelis spent a record 53.252 billion shekels using credit cards in September 2026, a 6.2% increase from the previous year, driven by holiday travel and dining. Average daily spending reached 1.775 billion shekels, with significant growth in leisure, hotels, and restaurants. Online spending also hit a record, while ATM withdrawals declined, signaling a trend towards digital payments.

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World

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Israel Braces for Super El Niño Winter With Heavy Rains and Flooding

Israel Braces for Super El Niño Winter With Heavy Rains and Flooding

Israel is bracing for a "Super El Niño" winter, with forecasts predicting significantly above-average rainfall and increased flood risks. Precipitation could exceed seasonal norms by 11-15% nationally, with some regions seeing up to 145% of normal rainfall. Forecasters warn of potential flooding, severe storms, and heavy snowfall, urging public vigilance.

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Tech

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Amazon Launches Android-Based Alexa Tablets Starting at $229.99

Amazon has launched its first Android-based tablets, the Amazon Alexa Tablet series, starting at $229.99, offering full access to the Google Play Store. The tablets come in three sizes with varying specs and battery life, featuring integrated Alexa+ assistant capabilities. Shipping begins in mid-October 2026 in North America and Europe, with no immediate release date or pricing announced for Israel. Optional accessories like a keyboard and pen are available for the larger model.

Al-Shams

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Culture

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Eilat's Sunken 'Red Star' Restaurant Becomes Underwater Haven for Marine Life

An abandoned underwater restaurant in Eilat, Israel, called the 'Red Star,' has become a thriving habitat for marine life after being derelict for over a decade. Originally designed to offer diners views of the underwater world, the structure now attracts divers and snorkelers. While plans for its renovation are underway, its future use remains undecided.

Israel Hayom

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