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Ofer Winter Refuses to Quit Knesset Race Amid Pressure

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Knesset Member Shoshani Affirms Right-Wing Stance with Conditions

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Ofer Winter Declines to Resign, Citing Ideological Mission

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IDF Soldiers Begin Voting in Knesset Elections Across All Theaters

IDF Soldiers Begin Voting in Knesset Elections Across All Theaters
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Ex-AG Mandelblit Claims Journalist Ben Caspit 'Operated the Police'

Ex-AG Mandelblit Claims Journalist Ben Caspit 'Operated the Police'
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Israeli Jets Flew Near Iran Border in Simulated Attack

Israeli Jets Flew Near Iran Border in Simulated Attack
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Netanyahu Actively Sought Ra'am Support for Government, Ex-Minister Claims

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Haredi Party Chairman Rejects Pressure to Withdraw from Knesset Race

Haredi Party Chairman Rejects Pressure to Withdraw from Knesset Race
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Haredi Party Leader Rejects PM's Offer, Vows to Run in Elections

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Netanyahu's Aides Linked to Romanian Far-Right Party Accused of Antisemitism

Two advisors to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Yonatan Urich and Yisrael Einhorn, provided political strategy and messaging to the far-right Romanian party AUR. Leaked communications reveal they developed campaign materials, including social media content and articles, for the party. AUR has previously been accused of antisemitism and promoting fascist ideology, drawing condemnation from Israeli officials. The advisors have faced legal issues in Israel, including an indictment in a witness harassment case and connections to "Qatargate."

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Social Equality Minister May Golan Questioned by Police in Corruption Probe

Social Equality Minister May Golan Questioned by Police in Corruption Probe

Social Equality Minister May Golan was questioned by the Lahav 433 National Fraud Unit on Wednesday as part of a corruption investigation. The probe, initiated by a Channel 12 report, focuses on allegations of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust. Investigators suspect Golan and her associates manipulated tenders in exchange for cash bribes. The investigation, which began covertly, moved to a public phase in September 2025 after approval from the Attorney General.

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Low-Cost Airlines' Hidden Fees Can Turn Cheap Flights Into Expensive Ordeals

Low-cost airlines often charge significant extra fees for services like carry-on luggage, seat selection, and airport check-ins, turning initially cheap flights into expensive ones. Travelers can avoid these costs by pre-purchasing luggage online, accepting assigned seats, and completing online check-ins. Name change fees can also be exorbitant, sometimes exceeding the ticket price. Comparing final costs with traditional airlines after adding desired services is recommended.

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Samaria Regional Council and New York Town Sign Economic and Cultural Cooperation Agreement

Samaria Regional Council and New York Town Sign Economic and Cultural Cooperation Agreement

The Samaria Regional Council and the town of Great Neck, New York, signed a Memorandum of Understanding for economic and cultural cooperation in Yakir, Samaria. The agreement, signed by Samaria Council Head Yossi Dagan and Great Neck Mayor Pedram Barel, aims to strengthen ties between the communities. The initiative comes as eight families from Great Neck recently immigrated to Israel and are considering settling in Samaria. The partnership highlights growing connections between American Jewish communities and the Samaria region.

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AI Medical Models Show Tendency to Over-Recommend Tests

A study involving Israeli researchers found that AI medical models incorrectly recommended unnecessary interventions in 5.4% of cases, particularly in areas of medical debate. When interventions were truly needed, AI erred by recommending against them only 0.6% of the time. The research tested AI's ability to avoid superfluous medical tests and treatments, highlighting issues with thyroid ultrasounds and EKGs. This study offers a method to assess AI's safety before clinical use.

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Golbary Fashion House Launches First Body Cream Collection

Fashion house Golbary has launched its first collection of women's body creams, featuring five new scents to complement its existing perfume line. The creams, enriched with ingredients like shea butter and argan oil, are designed for daily use to provide moisture and a lasting fragrance. Priced at 49.90 NIS, the collection is available in Golbary stores and online.

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