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The Desk14:00 bulletinVaronis Co-founder Eyes Israeli Cyber Acquisitions Post-$6.3B Sale1:55
Proofpoint Acquires Israeli Cybersecurity Firm Varonis for $6.3 Billion
Economy · 18 outlets · 52m ago

Proofpoint Acquires Israeli Cybersecurity Firm Varonis for $6.3 Billion

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Hadassah Hospital Opens First Overseas Medical Center in Cyprus

Hadassah Hospital Opens First Overseas Medical Center in Cyprus
10 sources · 14m ago

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Security

Three Arrested in Connection with Murder of Palestinian Man Near Golani Interchange

Three Arrested in Connection with Murder of Palestinian Man Near Golani Interchange
15 sources · 2h ago3

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Two Israeli Women Released on Bail in Poland After Khat Trafficking Arrest

Two Israeli Women Released on Bail in Poland After Khat Trafficking Arrest
3 sources · 29m ago

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UK Teacher Blames Jews for Oct. 7 Massacre, Forcing Boy, 9, to Leave School

UK Teacher Blames Jews for Oct. 7 Massacre, Forcing Boy, 9, to Leave School
4 sources · 1h ago

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Hero Bus Driver Dies Saving 20 Soldiers in Highway Crash

2 sources · 27m ago

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Politics

Knesset Hopeful Sparks Outrage With Holocaust Comparison

Knesset Hopeful Sparks Outrage With Holocaust Comparison
5 sources · 1h ago

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Two More Flydubai Copilots Suspected in Hijacking Attempt

Two More Flydubai Copilots Suspected in Hijacking Attempt
3 sources · 1h ago

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Politics

Ultra-Orthodox Candidate Sparks Outrage Comparing Community's Plight to Holocaust

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Across the Israeli press

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Security · 8 sources · 11h ago

Hezbollah Claims Explosives Shipment Seized in Lebanon Was Destined for Israel

Security · 29 sources · 19h ago

Two Workers Dead After Intel Plant Explosion in Kiryat Gat

Politics · 32 sources · 19h ago

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Sues Netanyahu for Defamation Over Oct. 7 Claims

Politics · 21 sources · 10h ago

Israelis Abroad Begin Voting in General Elections

Security · 14 sources · 12h ago

IDF Rules Out Terror Attack in West Bank Incident, Driver Questioned

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Prominent Rabbi Rules It Permissible for Jews to Harvest Palestinian Olives
Politics · 4 sources · 26m ago

Prominent Rabbi Rules It Permissible for Jews to Harvest Palestinian Olives

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Mike Tyson Sues Supreme Over Alleged Unauthorized Palestine Flag Inclusion
Culture · 3 sources · 48m ago

Mike Tyson Sues Supreme Over Alleged Unauthorized Palestine Flag Inclusion

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West Bank Tensions Rise Amid Olive Harvest and Israeli Elections

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Ex-Shin Bet Chief Ronen Bar to Sue Netanyahu Over Classified Document Claims

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Bar Sues Netanyahu for Defamation Over Pre-Oct. 7 Warnings
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Shin Bet Thwarts ISIS-Inspired Attack on IDF Soldiers in Jerusalem

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Ex-Shin Bet Chief Questions Netanyahu's Knowledge, Warns on Iran Attack

Ex-Shin Bet Chief Warns Netanyahu May Escalate Security Situation for Election Gain
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Lieberman Accuses Eisenkot of Seeking Coalition with Netanyahu; Gantz Responds

Lieberman Accuses Eisenkot of Seeking Coalition with Netanyahu; Gantz Responds

Avigdor Lieberman accused Gadi Eisenkot of planning to form a government with Benjamin Netanyahu and ultra-Orthodox parties, while Benny Gantz defended Eisenkot and criticized Lieberman's approach. Lieberman also attacked Eisenkot's proposed conscription plan and his political experience. Gantz countered that Lieberman's attacks were a distraction from his own political maneuvering and advocated for a broad unity government led by Blue and White. The dispute highlights deep divisions over coalition building and national issues ahead of potential elections.

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Western Galilee Man Indicted for Drugged Attack on Daughter

Western Galilee Man Indicted for Drugged Attack on Daughter

A 57-year-old man from Sheikh Danun in the Western Galilee has been indicted for allegedly attacking his daughter while under the influence of drugs. The suspect is accused of entering her room, assaulting her with a blunt object, and threatening her life. He also pursued her when she tried to escape and damaged property in the home.

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Economy

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Wiz Founder Assaf Rappaport Set to Acquire McDonald's Israel Franchise

Wiz Founder Assaf Rappaport Set to Acquire McDonald's Israel Franchise

Businessman Assaf Rappaport and his Wiz co-founders are nearing a deal to acquire the franchise for McDonald's Israel, managing around 230 branches with 1.8 billion shekels in annual revenue. This follows McDonald's global repurchase of the Israeli operations in April 2024 amid boycotts. Rappaport's group, despite no prior food industry experience, emerged as the sole candidate after competing with other major Israeli business entities. The move signifies a major expansion for the founders beyond their tech ventures.

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Wikipedia Bias Against Israel Persists, New ADL Study Finds

Wikipedia Bias Against Israel Persists, New ADL Study Finds

A new study by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) found that biased edits concerning Israel persist on Wikipedia, even after editors were banned. The report highlights that a significant portion of edits by banned users remain in key articles, and new accounts are continuing to influence content. The ADL is calling for a comprehensive review of affected articles and for AI companies to be cautious about using Wikipedia content.

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Tech

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AI Reshapes Academia, Shifting Focus from Coding to Critical Thinking

Artificial intelligence is driving a shift in Israeli academia, with a decline in computer science enrollment and a rise in AI and data science programs. Employers now prioritize critical thinking and practical experience over coding alone, leading universities to adapt their curricula. Initiatives like "Academia 360" aim to integrate practical experience and soft skills into degrees, bridging the gap between education and industry needs.

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Culture

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Ophira Assayag Returns to 'The Masked Singer' With New Judges

Ophira Assayag Returns to 'The Masked Singer' With New Judges

Ophira Assayag is returning as a judge for a new season of "The Masked Singer" on Keshet 12, joined by new judges Bar Refaeli and Moshé Peretz. Assayag believes her extensive experience in radio and sports gives her an edge in identifying contestants by their voices. She also discussed her recent birthday celebration, which included a ritual to ward off the evil eye, and her friendships with the new judges. The new season premieres on Saturday.

Ice

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