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The Desk10:00 bulletin21 Arrested in Israel Over Alleged Multi-Million Shekel Fraud in Gaza Operations2:03
21 Contractors, IDF Officers Arrested in Alleged Multi-Million Shekel Fraud Scheme
Security · 28 outlets · 34m ago

21 Contractors, IDF Officers Arrested in Alleged Multi-Million Shekel Fraud Scheme

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Gantz Quits Knesset Race, Shifting Political Landscape

Gantz Quits Knesset Race, Shifting Political Landscape
20 sources · 1h ago

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Dozens of Haredi Yeshiva Students Detained at Ben Gurion Airport

Dozens of Haredi Yeshiva Students Detained at Ben Gurion Airport
13 sources · 1h ago

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Politics

Gantz Withdrawal Disrupts Opposition, Creates New Scenarios for Netanyahu Bloc

Gantz Withdrawal Disrupts Opposition, Creates New Scenarios for Netanyahu Bloc
8 sources · 44m ago

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Iranian Pilot Rescued After Jet Shot Down by Israeli F-35

3 sources · 28m ago

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Politics

Israel Tax Authority Chief Calls to Abolish 200 Shekel Note, Bank of Israel Rejects

Israel Tax Authority Chief Calls to Abolish 200 Shekel Note, Bank of Israel Rejects
19 sources · 1h ago

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Israel Approves First Metro Station Construction Permit

4 sources · 26m ago

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Ex-National Security Advisor Hanegbi Won't Vote Likud, Backs Lieberman

Ex-National Security Advisor Hanegbi Won't Vote Likud, Backs Lieberman
6 sources · 1h ago

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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Makes Unannounced Visit to Israel

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Makes Unannounced Visit to Israel
24 sources · 3h ago

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Across the Israeli press

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Politics · 19 sources · 3h ago

Benny Gantz Announces Party's Withdrawal From Knesset Elections

Politics · 31 sources · 7h ago

Behind Trump's Netanyahu Endorsement: Opposition Efforts and Internal US Debate

Security · 13 sources · 4h ago

Jerusalem Court Rejects Murder Charges Against Two Women

Tech · 9 sources · 2h ago

Israeli Startup Elementary Data Acquired by Boomi for $45 Million

General · 6 sources · 1h ago

El Al Unveils Major Service Upgrades for All Classes Starting November

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IDF Forces Dismantle Over 540 Terror Sites in Southern Lebanon
Security · 6 sources · 33m ago

IDF Forces Dismantle Over 540 Terror Sites in Southern Lebanon

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Generation Completes NIS 1.2 Billion Bond Raise for Shikun & Binui Energy Acquisition
Economy · 3 sources · 56m ago

Generation Completes NIS 1.2 Billion Bond Raise for Shikun & Binui Energy Acquisition

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Michigan Senate Candidate Calls Israel 'Not Our Friend'
Politics · 3 sources · 1h ago

Michigan Senate Candidate Calls Israel 'Not Our Friend'

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Israel Halts Gaza Commercial Goods Over Hamas Tax Dispute

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Israel's Upcoming Knesset Elections to Cost State Budget 4 Billion Shekels

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Yoaz Hendel Explains Refusal to Join Gadi Eisenkot's List

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Hostage Families Demand Netanyahu Cease Using "Brought Everyone Home" Slogan

Hostage Families Demand Netanyahu Cease Using "Brought Everyone Home" Slogan

Families of slain hostages have written an open letter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Likud Party demanding they stop using the election slogan "we brought everyone home." They accuse the party of exploiting their loved ones' deaths for political gain, stating the bodies were returned in coffins. The families also called for Netanyahu to take responsibility for the October 7 failures and establish a state inquiry. A billboard campaign with the slogan "We did not come home" was also launched.

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Police Shoot at Vehicle After Driver Rams Officer Near Modi'in

Police near Modi'in fired at a vehicle after its driver allegedly rammed an officer and attempted to flee. The driver, suspected of transporting undocumented Palestinians, collided with several cars before stopping, allowing him to escape on foot. Authorities are actively searching for the suspect following the incident.

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Digital Bank Accuses Traditional Lenders of Anti-Competitive Practices

Digital Bank Accuses Traditional Lenders of Anti-Competitive Practices

The digital bank One Zero has filed a complaint with Israel's Competition Authority, accusing traditional banks of using aggressive tactics to retain customers and hinder competition. One Zero claims these banks offer large financial incentives only to customers already switching, citing an example from Bank Leumi. The digital bank requests a ban on such rewards and broader restrictions on retention offers to foster fair competition.

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Israel Nears 80th Year Amid Concerns of Existential Crisis

Israel is approaching its 80th year, a milestone associated with the "80-year curse" theory predicting national crises. Educator Sharon Benjamin discussed on a podcast how the passing of the founding generation and the potential for apathy in subsequent generations contribute to this. Benjamin also warned that excessive, prolonged concentration of power inevitably leads to corruption.

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Spotify Family Plan Users Must Scan QR Code Within 7 Days or Lose Subscription

Spotify is now requiring some Premium Family plan users to scan a QR code from the account owner within seven days to verify they live together. Failure to do so will result in losing their subscription spot and a 12-month ban from family or duo plans. An alternative address verification method is also available. The company has not specified which countries or users are affected by this new policy.

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Christiane Amanpour Departs CNN After 43 Years

Christiane Amanpour Departs CNN After 43 Years

Christiane Amanpour, CNN's chief international anchor, is leaving the network after 43 years, with her daily show ending in May 2027. Her departure follows Skydance's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, which now owns CNN. Amanpour, who began as an assistant in 1983, became known for her war reporting and advocacy for international news. She has faced criticism for her coverage of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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