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The Desk08:00 bulletinYoung Man Dies After Solo Car Crash in Jaffa1:00
Security · 10 outlets · 1h ago

Netanyahu Confirms Egyptian Intelligence Chief's Pre-Oct 7 Visit to Israel, Denies Meeting

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Young Man Dies After Solo Car Crash in Jaffa

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Netanyahu Acknowledges Egyptian Spy Chief's Pre-Oct 7 Visit

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Iran Reorganizes Elite Assassination Unit Amid Secrecy Breach

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School Trip Approved Despite Warning, Student Killed by Ordnance

School Trip Approved Despite Warning, Student Killed by Ordnance
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Israel Returns 22 Ancient Artifacts to Greece in Landmark Repatriation

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US and Peace Board Plan Gaza Survey for Hamas Disarmament Sites

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Student Killed, 24 Injured in Cluster Munition Explosion During School Trip

Student Killed, 24 Injured in Cluster Munition Explosion During School Trip
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Top 10% Earn 7.3 Times More Than Bottom 10% in Israel

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Security · 31 sources · 14h ago

Education Ministry Investigates Deviation from Approved Route After Fatal Unexploded Ordnance Incident

Sports · 4 sources · 1h ago

Maccabi Tel Aviv to Seek Answers on Referee Decisions After EuroLeague Loss

Weather · 17 sources · 12h ago

Sea of Galilee Hits 100-Year Low Amid Severe Drought

Politics · 19 sources · 12h ago

Netanyahu Aide Asked ChatGPT How to Improve Qatar's Image During War

Economy · 9 sources · 11h ago

IMF Raises Israel's 2026 Growth Forecast to 4.5%, Cites AI and Energy Independence

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Top Rabbi Sends Letter of Support to Detained Yeshiva Student

Rabbi Abraham Salim, a prominent Sephardic Torah leader, sent a letter of support to yeshiva student Eliyahu Deda, who is imprisoned by the Israeli government. The letter expresses sorrow over the arrest and asserts that the Divine Presence is with Deda. Rabbi Salim conveyed the solidarity of the entire Torah community and wished for his swift release. Rabbi Yehuda Cohen also signed the letter, and more rabbis are expected to join.

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Lebanon Fears Israeli Security Zone Expansion Amid Election Concerns

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun received U.S. assurances against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plan to expand Israel's security zone in southern Lebanon. Aoun is lobbying U.S. officials to pressure Netanyahu, who may be motivated by upcoming elections. The U.S. commitment is conditional on Hezbollah avoiding actions that could justify Israeli military expansion. Hezbollah has signaled its commitment to the ceasefire and is refraining from responding to Israeli strikes.

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TORGROUP Opens New LEGO Concept Store in Petah Tikva

TORGROUP Opens New LEGO Concept Store in Petah Tikva

TORGROUP is opening its 11th LEGO store, a new concept store, tomorrow in Petah Tikva's Ofer Mall. The 200-square-meter LEGO STORE® will feature the largest selection of LEGO products in Israel, including exclusive sets and interactive displays. The company notes increased interest in its products during security tensions and has launched a new customer club. The opening event will be attended by company CEO Yoav Gaon.

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Israel and Albania Sign Tourism and Aviation Deal Amid Surge in Israeli Visitors

Israel and Albania Sign Tourism and Aviation Deal Amid Surge in Israeli Visitors

Israel and Albania have signed a new agreement to expand tourism and civil aviation cooperation, following a more than fourteenfold increase in Israeli tourists to Albania over the last three years. The deal, signed by Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar and Albanian Minister of Infrastructure and Energy Enea Karakaçi on October 12, 2026, aims to increase regular flights to meet growing demand. An additional trade and economic partnership agreement was also signed, fostering business opportunities between the two nations.

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CrowdStrike Deal Values Israeli Firm XM Cyber's Tech at $600 Million

CrowdStrike Deal Values Israeli Firm XM Cyber's Tech at $600 Million

Cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike has revealed the full $600 million value of its acquisition of Israeli company XM Cyber's technology, primarily paid in stock. The deal, initially announced in July with only $145 million in cash, has seen its stock component surge due to CrowdStrike's rising share price. XM Cyber, founded by former Mossad chief Tamir Pardo and others, was previously sold to Germany's Schwarz Group for $700 million in 2021. CrowdStrike is acquiring XM Cyber's code and patents, not its revenue or clients.

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Survivor Returns to Screen Next Saturday on Reshet 13

The reality show "Survivor" premieres its new season on Saturday night, October 24, on Reshet 13, featuring a cast of familiar faces and new contestants competing for a one million shekel prize. Filmed in the Philippines, the show's return follows a difficult period for the network, which saw low ratings for "The Voice Israel." In response to declining viewership, Reshet 13 has also launched "The Voice All-Stars" as an effort to boost ratings and regain audience engagement.

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