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Social activist Shvut Ra'anan urged Yamina party leader Naftali Bennett not to form a government with ultra-Orthodox parties, warning against becoming a "useful idiot" for anti-Zionist forces. She advocated for a "Zionist government" that includes Likud and Religious Zionism, emphasizing a "servants' alliance" prioritizing national responsibility. Ra'anan called on Bennett to lead the formation of such a coalition, believing he can make the right decisions for Israel.

Kipa48m ago

Amit Segal Mocks 'Change Bloc' Over Stance on Haredi Parties
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EU Accused of Modern Antisemitism Through Settlement Product Bans
Israel National News59m ago
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Opposition Leaders to Recommend Eisenkot for Government Formation
Arutz Sheva2h ago
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Security

Israeli Driver Sentenced to 10 Years for Fatal Cocaine-Fueled Crash

Maxim Sabag was sentenced to 10 years in prison by a Lod court on November 3 for causing the death of Vladimir Dunduchenko in a June 2022 crash on Highway 6. Sabag, who was under the influence of cocaine, drove against traffic at high speed before colliding with Dunduchenko's vehicle. He was convicted of criminal negligence, driving under the influence, and driving the wrong way. Sabag also received a suspended sentence, a 20-year driving ban, and must pay 100,000 shekels in compensation.

2 newsrooms46m ago

Jerusalem Police Seek Extended Detention for Wrongly Identified Haredi Man
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Woman Critically Injured in Nazareth Apartment Fire
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Rafael Unveils New Multi-Layered Naval Defense System in Paris
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Economy

US Drug Price Push May Lead to Higher Costs in Israel

The US is pushing to lower drug prices, prompting pharmaceutical companies to seek higher prices in Europe. This global shift could impact Israel's relatively controlled drug costs, according to Coface Israel CEO Michael Nachmanovitch. While current Israeli prices remain stable, a change in European pricing trends may eventually affect the local market. The situation also raises concerns about maintaining Israel's attractiveness for new drug launches amidst global investment changes.

Maariv2h ago

Israeli Shekel Weakens Sharply Against Dollar Amid Political Uncertainty
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Petah Tikva Demolition Marks Start of $50 Million Urban Renewal Project
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Half of Israelis to Skip November Sales Due to Cost of Living
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World

David Heller Appointed Chairman of Jewish Agency's Board of Governors

David Heller has been appointed the new Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Jewish Agency, replacing Mark Wilf. Heller, a leader in American Jewry, will focus on strengthening ties with the Diaspora and aiding Israel's post-October 7th recovery efforts. His appointment coincides with the agency's work to rehabilitate communities and combat rising antisemitism.

Maariv2h ago

Iranian Social Media Buzzes Over Man Resembling Netanyahu
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Israeli Agriculture Pioneer Shlomi Cohen Remembered for Dedication to Land
Arutz Sheva4h ago
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Israeli Society's Internal Strife Invites External Threats
Kikar HaShabbat4h ago
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Tech

LAOS Media Becomes First Israeli Partner in TikTok's Global Marketing Program

LAOS Media has become the first Israeli agency to be accepted into TikTok's exclusive global Marketing Partners program. The agency, with offices in Haifa and Tel Aviv, was recognized for its strategic, creative, and data-driven campaign management. This achievement positions LAOS Media among top global partners on the platform. The company also recently acquired a popular Israeli bachelorette party planning website.

Ice2h ago

NVIDIA Tops List of Best Tech Companies to Work For in Israel
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Samsung Unveils Galaxy Z Fold8 Series as Pocket-Sized AI Photography Studios
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Jerusalem Physicists Discover Novel Woven Structure for Ultra-Reliable Photonic Memory
NEWSru Israel1d ago
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Culture

Teenager Discovers 3,300-Year-Old Scarab Amulet in Israel

High school student Shiloh Atoun discovered a 3,300-year-old scarab amulet with cobra decorations during an educational tour at Tel Gezer National Park. The artifact, found on his first trip to Israel, indicates ancient Egyptian influence. Professor Ido Koch dated the find to the Late Bronze Age, and the Israel Antiquities Authority presented Atoun with a certificate of appreciation.

5 newsrooms5h ago

Top Israeli Journalists Clash Over Racist Remarks on Air
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Corinne Gideon Recounts Public Confrontation Over Abusive Partner
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Judo Coach Eli Karsenti, Survivor of Captivity and October 7, Dies at 95
Haaretz English1h ago
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Today

Trump Claims Deal With Netanyahu to End $4 Billion Aid to Israel

US Midterm Elections: Impact on Israel Aid and Economy Debated

Trump Announces End to US Military Aid to Israel

Netanyahu Accuses Opposition of Hypocrisy Over Haredi Party Talks

Trump Says US Military Aid to Israel to End by Year's End

Netanyahu Accuses Left of Hypocrisy Over Ultra-Orthodox Draft Law

Hostage Survivor Trusts Abbas More Than Netanyahu

Jenin Cell Arrested for Rocket and Explosives Manufacturing, Test Launches

Israeli Opposition Leaders Meet to Forge Government Path

Across the Israeli press

Israel's Health Ministry Director-General Resigns After Nine Years

Multiple Incidents in Israel Leave Child Critically Injured, Two Cyclists Hurt

Ex-IDF Spokesperson From Ultra-Orthodox Background Appointed by "Breaking the Silence"

Petah Tikva Murder: Husband Kills Wife, Then Himself; Daughters Unharmed

Swastikas and Threats Mar Jewish School Buses in Brooklyn

How the headlines differ

Israeli Opposition Leaders Meet to Forge Government Path

Eilat Man, 18, Indicted for Sex Crimes Against Minors

Developing

Israel Reports Suspected Ebola Cases Amid African Outbreak

Ongoing stories

Scooter Rider Suffers Moderate Injuries in Netanya Accident

Dollar Surges to 3.03 Shekels Amid Iran Tensions and Interest Rate Cut

Deputy Minister Slams News Anchor Over Remarks on Oct. 7 Victims

Politics

Activist Urges Bennett Against Haredi Coalition, Calls for Zionist Government

Amit Segal Mocks 'Change Bloc' Over Stance on Haredi Parties

EU Accused of Modern Antisemitism Through Settlement Product Bans

Opposition Leaders to Recommend Eisenkot for Government Formation

Security

Israeli Driver Sentenced to 10 Years for Fatal Cocaine-Fueled Crash

Jerusalem Police Seek Extended Detention for Wrongly Identified Haredi Man

Woman Critically Injured in Nazareth Apartment Fire

Rafael Unveils New Multi-Layered Naval Defense System in Paris

Economy

US Drug Price Push May Lead to Higher Costs in Israel

Israeli Shekel Weakens Sharply Against Dollar Amid Political Uncertainty

Petah Tikva Demolition Marks Start of $50 Million Urban Renewal Project

Half of Israelis to Skip November Sales Due to Cost of Living

World

David Heller Appointed Chairman of Jewish Agency's Board of Governors

Iranian Social Media Buzzes Over Man Resembling Netanyahu

Israeli Agriculture Pioneer Shlomi Cohen Remembered for Dedication to Land

Israeli Society's Internal Strife Invites External Threats

Tech

LAOS Media Becomes First Israeli Partner in TikTok's Global Marketing Program

NVIDIA Tops List of Best Tech Companies to Work For in Israel

Samsung Unveils Galaxy Z Fold8 Series as Pocket-Sized AI Photography Studios

Jerusalem Physicists Discover Novel Woven Structure for Ultra-Reliable Photonic Memory

Culture

Teenager Discovers 3,300-Year-Old Scarab Amulet in Israel

Top Israeli Journalists Clash Over Racist Remarks on Air

Corinne Gideon Recounts Public Confrontation Over Abusive Partner

Judo Coach Eli Karsenti, Survivor of Captivity and October 7, Dies at 95