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IDF Captain Eliav Haim Tzapalamus Killed in Vehicle Accident in Southern Lebanon
Security · 21 outlets · 11m ago

IDF Captain Eliav Haim Tzapalamus Killed in Vehicle Accident in Southern Lebanon

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Israel Slams Nobel Peace Prize Award to UN Official Accusing It of Genocide

Israel Slams Nobel Peace Prize Award to UN Official Accusing It of Genocide
24 sources · 20m ago3

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Palestinian Authority Postpones Elections Amid Security and Political Concerns

Palestinian Authority Postpones Elections Amid Security and Political Concerns
11 sources · 18m ago2

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Security

IDF Strikes Gaza, Eliminating Terrorists and Destroying Weapons Depots

IDF Strikes Gaza, Eliminating Terrorists and Destroying Weapons Depots
9 sources · 21m ago6

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IDF Strikes Kill Three Militants in Gaza City

IDF Strikes Kill Three Militants in Gaza City
11 sources · 28m ago10

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Health

FDA Approves Teva's Monthly Schizophrenia Injection Weltrusa

FDA Approves Teva's Monthly Schizophrenia Injection Weltrusa
8 sources · 26m ago

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Politics

Likud Slams Avi Gil's 'Blood Libel' Over Alleged Protocol Forgery

Likud Slams Avi Gil's 'Blood Libel' Over Alleged Protocol Forgery
4 sources · 19m ago

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Rehovot Street Honors Two Young Women Fallen 77 Years Apart

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Berlin Observes 3 Years Since October 7th Massacre

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Across the Israeli press

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Weather · 4 sources · 1h ago

Rain Expected in Southern Israel This Weekend

Politics · 8 sources · 8h ago

Ex-Netanyahu Aide Accuses PM's Office of Falsifying Records

Security · 25 sources · 17h ago

Pharmacy Student Accused of Terror Plot; Friend Testifies Against Him

Security · 21 sources · 16h ago

IDF Launches Long-Delayed Process to Award Medals for Oct. 7 Heroism

Sports · 5 sources · 2h ago

Maccabi Tel Aviv Secures First EuroLeague Win After Player's Return to Starting Lineup

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Israelis' September Spending Hits Record High Driven by Holidays and Leisure
Economy · 4 sources · 54m ago

Israelis' September Spending Hits Record High Driven by Holidays and Leisure

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Israel Police Arrest 40 Illegal Residents Near Nazareth
Security · 7 sources · 1h ago

Israel Police Arrest 40 Illegal Residents Near Nazareth

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Channel 14 Launches New Election Project Analyzing Politicians
Politics · 3 sources · 53m ago

Channel 14 Launches New Election Project Analyzing Politicians

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Ongoing stories

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Motorcyclist Injured in Jerusalem Area Accident
Day 37 · 13 updates

Motorcyclist Dies After Crash on Highway 1 Near Jerusalem

Motorcyclist Injured in Jerusalem Area Accident
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Three Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Highway 2
Day 24 · 3 updates

Two Injured in Highway 2 Car Crash Near Neve Yam

Three Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Highway 2
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Man Suffers Penetrating Wounds After Incident in Rahat
Day 35 · 3 updates

Man Injured in Rahat Violence Incident, Condition Moderate

Man Suffers Penetrating Wounds After Incident in Rahat
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Ex-Shin Bet Official Accuses Netanyahu of Knowing Oct. 7 Attack Scenario in 2017
Day 38 · 14 updates

Netanyahu Accused of Cultivating Hamas, Ignoring Warnings

Ex-Shin Bet Official Accuses Netanyahu of Knowing Oct. 7 Attack Scenario in 2017
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NYC Mayor Mamdani Accused of Minimizing October 7 Atrocities

NYC Mayor Mamdani Accused of Minimizing October 7 Atrocities

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is accused of minimizing the October 7 massacre in a commemorative message, allegedly downplaying the number of victims and criticizing Israel's response. The article claims Mamdani failed to acknowledge Hamas's atrocities and instead focused on contextualizing the events and portraying Israelis as aggressors. Critics argue his message reflects an inability to see Israelis as victims and contributes to rising antisemitism in the city.

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Girl Hospitalized Again After Brutal Attack in Netanya; Suspects Released

Girl Hospitalized Again After Brutal Attack in Netanya; Suspects Released

A 14-year-old girl in Netanya was hospitalized again after a brutal attack in a park, where she and her 10-year-old brother were assaulted by three adults. The girl lost consciousness and received death threats, while both children suffered severe psychological trauma. Police arrested three suspects who were later released, and the family is demanding justice as the investigation into the incident continues.

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Economy

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SpaceX Enters US Mobile Market, Teva Stock Surges on FDA Approval

SpaceX is set to enter the US mobile market after acquiring frequency rights for an estimated $8 billion, causing major US and European telecom stocks to fall. Simultaneously, Teva Pharmaceutical's stock surged by 4% in pre-market trading following FDA approval for WELTRUZA, a new monthly schizophrenia injection. The broader market is influenced by concerns over AI investment returns, rising bond yields, and energy prices, though positive OpenAI revenue projections offered some support to tech stocks. Investors are also monitoring the upcoming earnings season for major US banks.

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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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Volkswagen Unveils ID. Tiguan, Successor to ID.4 and ID.5

Volkswagen has unveiled the ID. Tiguan, the electric successor to the ID.4 and ID.5, set to enter production in early 2027. The new model features updated styling, increased dimensions compared to the combustion Tiguan, and an enhanced interior with larger screens and advanced features. It will be available in multiple configurations, including rear-wheel and all-wheel drive, with ranges up to 600 km and fast-charging capabilities. The Israeli importer is in discussions to market the vehicle locally.

Sport5

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Culture

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Prominent Sephardic Rabbi's Mother Passes Away at 90

Prominent Sephardic Rabbi's Mother Passes Away at 90

The Sephardic Torah community is mourning the death of Rabbi Shoshana Cohen, who passed away at age 90. She was the mother of several prominent rabbis, including Rabbi Zamir Cohen and Rabbi Zevadia Cohen, Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv. Rabbi Cohen was known for her dedication to Torah, her children, and her close ties with Rabbi Yitzchak Kaduri. Her funeral is scheduled for Friday at noon in Jerusalem, with Shiva to be observed at her home.

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