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The Desk23:00 bulletinSon of Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar Expressed Desire to Kill Jews in Childhood Letter1:25
Politics · 3 outlets · 13m ago

Israeli Government to Cut 2.6 Billion Shekels From Ministries for Defense Funding

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Proofpoint to Acquire Israeli-Founded Varonis for $6.3 Billion

Proofpoint to Acquire Israeli-Founded Varonis for $6.3 Billion
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IDF Reveals Letter from Sinwar's Son Expressing Desire to Shoot Jews

IDF Reveals Letter from Sinwar's Son Expressing Desire to Shoot Jews
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Israel, US Discuss Iran's Escalating Military Actions Amid Regional Tensions

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Son of Malka Laifer Sued for Over $700,000 in Damages

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Germany Sentences Two Men for Iran-Directed Plot to Assassinate Jewish Leaders

Germany Sentences Two Men for Iran-Directed Plot to Assassinate Jewish Leaders
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Pollster Claims Unique Method Will Reveal Election Surprise

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Two Years After Sinwar's Death, Hamas Shows Signs of Disarray

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IDF Details Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar's Final Moments

IDF Details Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar's Final Moments
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Israelis Abroad Begin Voting in General Elections

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Hezbollah Claims Explosives Shipment Seized in Lebanon Was Destined for Israel

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

Politics · 32 sources · 12h ago

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

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Two Workers Dead After Intel Plant Explosion in Kiryat Gat

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China Urges Israel to Halt Settlements, Allow Gaza Access

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged Israeli President Yitzhak Herzog to stop West Bank settlement expansion and allow full access to Gaza, warning of a humanitarian crisis. Wang stressed the two-state solution as the path to resolving the Palestinian issue and expressed China's readiness to work internationally for a political settlement. The meeting took place during Herzog's visit to Baku.

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IDF Reveals Hamas Leader Sinwar's Orders to Document October 7 Atrocities

IDF Reveals Hamas Leader Sinwar's Orders to Document October 7 Atrocities

The IDF has released a handwritten document from Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, detailing his orders for terrorists to document atrocities during the October 7 attack. Sinwar, eliminated by the IDF on October 16, 2024, in Rafah, instructed terrorists to film and rapidly distribute footage of violence and destruction as part of a psychological warfare campaign. The document also revealed his preparedness to expand the attack based on perceived Israeli collapse and potential involvement from other fronts.

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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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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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Yuri Veksler Urges Silence to Foster Self-Reflection on 'Childish Unchildish Question'

In Dmitry Brickman's program "Childish Unchildish Question," guest Yuri Veksler discussed the purpose of reading and the definition of sin. Veksler, a theatrical figure and journalist, advised the global audience to take a vow of silence to encourage self-reflection. The program is available on YouTube, and Brickman is soliciting questions from children.

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