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The Desk11:00 bulletinUK Renames Jerusalem Consulate to British Mission Amid Dispute1:15
Ben-Gvir Slams Judiciary Over MK Cassif's Assault Conviction
Politics · 23 outlets · 25m ago

Ben-Gvir Slams Judiciary Over MK Cassif's Assault Conviction

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Jerusalem Faction Protests Expected to Disrupt Traffic

Jerusalem Faction Protests Expected to Disrupt Traffic
14 sources · 19m ago

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First Iron Dome Interceptor Produced in US Completes Assembly

First Iron Dome Interceptor Produced in US Completes Assembly
11 sources · 10m ago

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Israeli Professor Sentenced to 14 Years for Raping Nine Patients

Israeli Professor Sentenced to 14 Years for Raping Nine Patients
13 sources · 25m ago

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UK Consulate in East Jerusalem Closes, 20 Diplomats to Leave Israel

UK Consulate in East Jerusalem Closes, 20 Diplomats to Leave Israel
14 sources · 41m ago

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UK Renames Jerusalem Consulate to British Mission Amid Dispute

UK Renames Jerusalem Consulate to British Mission Amid Dispute
19 sources · 1h ago

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Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef Criticizes Minister Ben-Gvir Over Temple Mount Visit

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef Criticizes Minister Ben-Gvir Over Temple Mount Visit
6 sources · 14m ago

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Israeli-American Charged With Wire Fraud for Paying Hackers

Israeli-American Charged With Wire Fraud for Paying Hackers
5 sources · 10m ago

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Israel's Second Authority Launches Violation Proceedings Against Radio 103FM Over Host's Remarks

Israel's Second Authority Launches Violation Proceedings Against Radio 103FM Over Host's Remarks
8 sources · 28m ago2

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World · 19 sources · 2h ago

National Memorial for Oct. 7 Massacre Dominates Israeli TV Ratings

Security · 27 sources · 11h ago

Academic's Terror Plot Echoes Past Jewish Extremists

Sports · 6 sources · 1h ago

Avdija Leads Trail Blazers Past Warriors in Preseason Opener

Security · 26 sources · 12h ago

Hezbollah Received $200 Million From Iran for Displaced Lebanese

Security · 22 sources · 13h ago

Israeli Transport Ministry Officials Under Investigation for Conflict of Interest

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Hendel Signals Netanyahu on Government Formation, Rejects Extremes

Hendel Signals Netanyahu on Government Formation, Rejects Extremes

Politician Yoaz Hendel stated he would join a government led by Benjamin Netanyahu, Gadi Eisenkot, and Naftali Bennett, but only if it comprises "Zionist parties." He urged Ofer Winter to form a bloc with him against non-Zionist coalitions, citing security concerns and draft evasion. Hendel also criticized National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir as a "failed" minister. Ben-Gvir's party responded by attacking Hendel's political record.

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Security

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Flydubai Co-Pilot Planned Earlier Attack, Report Says

Flydubai Co-Pilot Planned Earlier Attack, Report Says

The co-pilot of a Flydubai flight, Hamam al-Hamami, allegedly planned an earlier attack in July and was identified as a security risk in 2024. He attacked the captain with an axe on a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv on September 30, which carried 174 Israelis. The incident, involving off-duty pilots and passengers subduing the attacker, resulted in an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Investigations are ongoing with international security agencies to determine the extent of planning and potential external links.

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Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Explores Acquisition of Cyprus Exchange

Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Explores Acquisition of Cyprus Exchange

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) is exploring the acquisition of the privatizing Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) for tens of millions of euros. This potential overseas expansion aligns with TASE's strategic growth plan targeting 15-18% annual revenue growth. TASE aims to replicate its domestic success, which saw its valuation soar to 12 billion shekels since its 2019 IPO. The CSE's privatization process is underway, with Euronext also reportedly interested.

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British Airways to Resume Flights to Israel This Month

British Airways to Resume Flights to Israel This Month

British Airways will resume its daily flights between Tel Aviv and London Heathrow on October 25, after suspending operations in late February. This marks a return for the airline and follows similar resumptions by Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. Air India is also expected to restart its Tel Aviv-Delhi route in December, though American Airlines flights remain suspended until March 2027.

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Tech

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Technion Researchers Develop Novel Method for Green Hydrogen and Epoxide Production

Technion researchers have developed a new, membrane-free method to produce green hydrogen and epoxide simultaneously with 98% efficiency. Led by Professors Avner Rothschild and Dr. Gwilliam Rowan, the innovation aims to reduce the cost of green hydrogen, a key future energy source. The technology, which has a patent pending in the US, could significantly impact industries seeking to reduce carbon emissions. The research was supported by the European Research Council.

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Culture

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US Jewish Community Deepens Ties to Judaism Post-Oct. 7

US Jewish Community Deepens Ties to Judaism Post-Oct. 7

A survey of 3,000 American Jews by the Jewish Federations of North America found that 38% have increased their engagement with Jewish life and their connection to Judaism since the October 7th Hamas attack. The study also revealed heightened concerns about antisemitism and a stronger emotional bond with Israel among this group. This trend of increased Jewish engagement is reportedly accelerating, with Jewish institutions working to meet the growing needs of the community.

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