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Security · 17 outlets · 15m ago

Israeli Military Details Capture of Egyptian National Crossing Border Fence

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Woman Hospitalized After Using Hair Straightening Product; Health Ministry Warns of Public Danger

16 sources · 3h ago

Security

Flooding Closes Major Highway, Causes Power Outages Across Israel

8 sources · 53m ago2

Politics

Record Voter Turnout Exceeds All Previous Highs by 2 PM

7 sources · 1h ago

Politics

Elections Committee Member Warns of Potential Loss of Haredi Mandates

35m ago

Politics

Urgent Call Issued for Israelis to Vote Immediately

14m ago

Across the Israeli press

how each group of the press covered the same events

Politics · 7 sources · 2h ago

Israel Votes: Polls Open for 26th Knesset Elections

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Economy · 17 sources · 3h ago

Intel Acquires Israeli Quantum Computing Startup Classiq for $2.3 Billion

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Economy · 10 sources · 1h ago

Israelis Spend Over 1 Billion Shekels on Election Day

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Politics · 22 sources · 13h ago

Israel's Election Day: Voting Hours, Free Transport, and Weather Forecast

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Sports · 4 sources · 3h ago

Euroleague Final Four to Return to Abu Dhabi in 2027 and 2029

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Israel's Election Day: Voting Hours, Free Transport, and Weather Forecast

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Woman Hospitalized After Using Hair Straightening Product; Health Ministry Warns of Public Danger

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Developing

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Culture · 4 sources · 18m ago

Uri Geller Storms Out of TV Studio After Heated Exchange with Panelist

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Politics · 3 sources · 1h ago

Right-Wing Election Operation Mobilizes Thousands Despite Heavy Rain

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Ongoing stories

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Day 15 · 4 updates

Israel Sets Election Date for 26th Knesset in October 2026

Prisoner Voting Concludes with 88.7% Turnout in Israeli Elections

6 minutes ago

Day 15 · 43 updates

Israel's First Election Voter Registration Was a Door-to-Door Effort

Prisoners Vote in Israeli Elections With Record 88.7% Turnout

9 minutes ago

Day 43 · 47 updates

Two Key Factors Could Sway Upcoming Israeli Election Results

Arab Sector Turnout Surges in 2026 Elections, Potentially Shifting Power Balance

14 minutes ago

Day 55 · 13 updates

Israel, US Intelligence Assess Iran May Consider Expanding Missile Strikes

Israeli Officials See Iran Conflict Post-Election, Contingent on US Decision

16 minutes ago

Politics

World Media Focuses on Israel's 'Fateful' Election, Netanyahu's Future

Global media outlets are extensively covering Israel's parliamentary elections, labeling them as "fateful" and a "referendum on Netanyahu." Major outlets like The New York Times and CNN are focusing on the potential end of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's tenure and the implications for the country's future, particularly in light of the October 7th attacks. The elections are also being closely monitored by regional Arab media, who note the tight race between Netanyahu and former Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot and anticipate the results' impact on ongoing conflicts.

6 newsrooms1h ago3

Likud Prepares for Election Scenarios, Netanyahu to Call for Unity Government
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Netanyahu Warns Ultra-Orthodox of Persecution if Opposition Wins
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Arab Israeli Leader Urges Higher Voter Turnout Amid Election Day Concerns
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Security

Qatar Urges Iran to Reopen Strait of Hormuz, End Gulf Threats

Qatar urged Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end threats against Gulf Arab states, following a Qatari delegation's visit to Tehran. The move is part of a U.S.-coordinated de-escalation effort, with Qatar and Pakistan mediating between Iran, the U.S., and Israel. Intensified diplomatic efforts by Saudi, Turkish, and Pakistani officials also occurred amid renewed Houthi attacks and U.S.-Iran tensions. Qatar considers Hormuz reopening and ending threats crucial for mediation to continue.

2 newsrooms36m ago

Singer Ofer Levi Investigated for Incitement to Violence
5 newsrooms1h ago
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Fatal Shooting in Tayibe Marks 174th Victim of Year Amid Elections
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Southern Israel Road Closures Updated Due to Heavy Rains and Flooding
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Economy

Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Approves $1 Million Retention Bonus for CEO

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) approved a NIS 3.5 million retention bonus for CEO Itay Ben-Zeev, contingent on five more years of service, bringing his total retention bonuses to NIS 10.5 million. Shareholders also granted him NIS 1.5 million in options to incentivize his continued leadership. Ben-Zeev has led the TASE through significant growth since 2017, with its share price increasing by 1,970%. The TASE chairman, Eugene Kandel, also received stock options.

4 newsrooms3h ago

Israelis Spend Over $300 Million on Election Day, Clothing Tops Purchases
2 newsrooms2h ago
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Israeli Shekel Surges to Record High on Election Day Amid High Voter Turnout
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Israeli Shekel Surges Against Dollar and Euro on Election Day
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World

US and Israeli Jews Report Stronger Bonds Despite Recent Challenges

A new JFNA survey reveals that 72% of American Jews and 75% of Israeli Jews feel a strong sense of commonality, defying perceptions of a growing divide. Despite challenges like the October 7th attacks and rising antisemitism, the communities report feeling closer than in recent years. The survey highlights the importance of travel and direct engagement in strengthening these bonds, with JFNA recommending continued investment in such programs.

The Jerusalem Post1h ago

Flooding Blocks Voters in Arava Region on Election Day
Ynet1h ago
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Hebron Voting Extended Due to Power Outage
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Travel Alert Issued for Prague, Greece, Cyprus, and Ukraine Due to National Holidays and Weather
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Tech

Israel Boosts Quantum Computing with Billions in New Government Program

Israel is launching a new government program to significantly boost its quantum computing sector, following a 1.25 billion shekel investment over the last five years. The industry already employs over 1,000 people and has attracted over $1 billion in private funding. The new initiative will focus on quantum software and error correction, with additional funds allocated for industrial quantum computers. This expansion aims to position Israel at the forefront of a technology expected to revolutionize various scientific and industrial fields.

Ice1h ago

Percepto Founder and CEO Departs After 12 Years
Ice3h ago
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Percepto Co-Founders Depart After Over a Decade
Calcalist5h ago
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AI Chatbot Recommendations Vary, Urging User Caution Before Purchases
Bizportal6h ago
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Culture

Netherlands to Skip Eurovision 2027 Over Israel's Participation

The Netherlands will not participate in Eurovision 2027 in Bourgas, Bulgaria, due to Israel's continued inclusion in the competition. This is the second consecutive boycott by the Dutch, who also skipped the 2026 event over the issue. Despite previous optimism from the NPO, no Dutch broadcaster would fund the bid, citing concerns about the contest's neutrality amid the Gaza war. Several other European countries also boycotted the 2026 contest over Israel's participation.

14 newsrooms2h ago

Actress Chali Goldenberg Apologizes After Off-Air Remarks Air Live
5 newsrooms1h ago4
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Influencer Outraged After Colleague Threatens Firing Over Voting Choice
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Achva Torah Publication Honors Hundreds of Its 'Ambassadors'
Behadrei Haredim30m ago
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Today

Israeli Military Details Capture of Egyptian National Crossing Border Fence

Israel Votes After Four Years; Turnout Reaches 16.68%

Israel Election: High Voter Turnout Reported, With Varied Rates Across Regions

Nine Injured in Three-Vehicle Crash on Highway 232 Near Mefalsim

Woman Hospitalized After Using Hair Straightening Product; Health Ministry Warns of Public Danger

Flooding Closes Major Highway, Causes Power Outages Across Israel

Record Voter Turnout Exceeds All Previous Highs by 2 PM

Elections Committee Member Warns of Potential Loss of Haredi Mandates

Urgent Call Issued for Israelis to Vote Immediately

Across the Israeli press

Israel Votes: Polls Open for 26th Knesset Elections

Intel Acquires Israeli Quantum Computing Startup Classiq for $2.3 Billion

Israelis Spend Over 1 Billion Shekels on Election Day

Israel's Election Day: Voting Hours, Free Transport, and Weather Forecast

Euroleague Final Four to Return to Abu Dhabi in 2027 and 2029

How the headlines differ

Israel's Election Day: Voting Hours, Free Transport, and Weather Forecast

Woman Hospitalized After Using Hair Straightening Product; Health Ministry Warns of Public Danger

Developing

Uri Geller Storms Out of TV Studio After Heated Exchange with Panelist

Right-Wing Election Operation Mobilizes Thousands Despite Heavy Rain

Ongoing stories

Israel Sets Election Date for 26th Knesset in October 2026

Israel's First Election Voter Registration Was a Door-to-Door Effort

Two Key Factors Could Sway Upcoming Israeli Election Results

Israel, US Intelligence Assess Iran May Consider Expanding Missile Strikes

Politics

World Media Focuses on Israel's 'Fateful' Election, Netanyahu's Future

Likud Prepares for Election Scenarios, Netanyahu to Call for Unity Government

Netanyahu Warns Ultra-Orthodox of Persecution if Opposition Wins

Arab Israeli Leader Urges Higher Voter Turnout Amid Election Day Concerns

Security

Qatar Urges Iran to Reopen Strait of Hormuz, End Gulf Threats

Singer Ofer Levi Investigated for Incitement to Violence

Fatal Shooting in Tayibe Marks 174th Victim of Year Amid Elections

Southern Israel Road Closures Updated Due to Heavy Rains and Flooding

Economy

Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Approves $1 Million Retention Bonus for CEO

Israelis Spend Over $300 Million on Election Day, Clothing Tops Purchases

Israeli Shekel Surges to Record High on Election Day Amid High Voter Turnout

Israeli Shekel Surges Against Dollar and Euro on Election Day

World

US and Israeli Jews Report Stronger Bonds Despite Recent Challenges

Flooding Blocks Voters in Arava Region on Election Day

Hebron Voting Extended Due to Power Outage

Travel Alert Issued for Prague, Greece, Cyprus, and Ukraine Due to National Holidays and Weather

Tech

Israel Boosts Quantum Computing with Billions in New Government Program

Percepto Founder and CEO Departs After 12 Years

Percepto Co-Founders Depart After Over a Decade

AI Chatbot Recommendations Vary, Urging User Caution Before Purchases

Culture

Netherlands to Skip Eurovision 2027 Over Israel's Participation

Actress Chali Goldenberg Apologizes After Off-Air Remarks Air Live

Influencer Outraged After Colleague Threatens Firing Over Voting Choice

Achva Torah Publication Honors Hundreds of Its 'Ambassadors'