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Security · 14 outlets · 8m ago

UAE Prosecutor: Flydubai Co-pilot Planned to Crash Plane at Ben Airport

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US Sanctions ICC After Peace Prize Award to Judge

US Sanctions ICC After Peace Prize Award to Judge
15 sources · 34m ago

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Politics

Yair Golan Calls Khamenei Assassination a Mistake, Netanyahu Responds

Yair Golan Calls Khamenei Assassination a Mistake, Netanyahu Responds
15 sources · 46m ago6

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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 · 1h ago2

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Israel Slams Nobel Committee Over Peace Prize Award to Navi Pillay

Israel Slams Nobel Committee Over Peace Prize Award to Navi Pillay
26 sources · 2h ago3

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FDA Approves Teva's New Schizophrenia Drug Weltruza

FDA Approves Teva's New Schizophrenia Drug Weltruza
9 sources · 1h 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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Light Rail Construction Devastates Businesses, Owners Fear Collapse

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Search Underway Off Israel's Sdot Yam Beach After Body Sighting Report

Search Underway Off Israel's Sdot Yam Beach After Body Sighting Report
5 sources · 28m ago

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Security · 21 sources · 3h ago

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

World · 16 sources · 1h ago

Body of Missing Israeli Hiker Found on Mount Olympus

Security · 7 sources · 1h ago

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

Politics · 8 sources · 3h ago

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

Politics · 5 sources · 4h ago

Netanyahu Faces Calls for Treason Probe After Ex-Aide’s October 7 Revelations

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Nasra Municipality Faces Power Struggles Amid Service Decline

Fadi Ajjawi of the Unified Arab List criticized the Nazareth Municipality's appointed committee for prioritizing power struggles over services, leading to a decline in citizen welfare. He noted a focus on tax collection and service cuts, citing financial issues as justification. Ajjawi called for transparency and accountability, threatening an official investigation if the situation doesn't improve.

Alarab

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Fatal Jerusalem Area Crash: Bus Collides With Taxi, Driver Dies

Fatal Jerusalem Area Crash: Bus Collides With Taxi, Driver Dies

A bus and taxi collided on Highway 458 near Ma'ale Mikhmas this morning, resulting in the taxi driver's death. The taxi was struck by the bus as it pulled onto the main road. Paramedics pronounced the taxi driver dead at the scene due to severe injuries. The bus driver was unharmed, and police are investigating the incident.

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Bank Leumi CEO Solicits Customer Feedback on Social Media

Bank Leumi CEO Solicits Customer Feedback on Social Media

Hanan Friedman, CEO of Bank Leumi, initiated a direct customer engagement on social media platform X, asking for feedback on service improvements. The initiative received over 800 responses within a day, covering issues from app glitches to fees and trading. Friedman announced the bank will soon allow cryptocurrency trading and is considering extended trading hours, while also addressing complaints about phone service and account opening delays. The move has been compared to similar outreach by global tech leaders.

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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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Super Nanny Host Michal Daliot Recounts Show's Dramatic Behind-the-Scenes

Michal Daliot, the former host of the Israeli TV show "Super Nanny," shared behind-the-scenes stories in a podcast interview. She recounted taking charge during her audition, quitting a secure job at 57 for the show, and facing harsh criticism, including being called a "Nazi." Daliot defended the show's authenticity, stating that intense filming, not staging, created the dramatic content, and she remained confident despite public backlash and satire.

Israel Hayom

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