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The Desk23:00 bulletinSchool Trip Tragedy: Unexploded Ordnance Kills Teen, Injures 23, Sparks Knesset Probe1:12
Netanyahu Aide Asked ChatGPT How to Improve Qatar's Image During War
Politics · 15 outlets · 8m ago

Netanyahu Aide Asked ChatGPT How to Improve Qatar's Image During War

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Ethiopian Airlines Plane Denied Entry to Israel Over Indonesian Pilot

Ethiopian Airlines Plane Denied Entry to Israel Over Indonesian Pilot
15 sources · 30m ago

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Delta Plane Cleared at Ben Gurion Airport After Anonymous Bomb Threat

Delta Plane Cleared at Ben Gurion Airport After Anonymous Bomb Threat
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Education Ministry Investigates Deviation from Approved Route After Fatal Unexploded Ordnance Incident

Education Ministry Investigates Deviation from Approved Route After Fatal Unexploded Ordnance Incident
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Explosion Kills Teen, Injures 24 on School Trip in Northern Israel

Explosion Kills Teen, Injures 24 on School Trip in Northern Israel
5 sources · 18m ago

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UAE Embassy Plans Approved for Permanent Herzliya Location

UAE Embassy Plans Approved for Permanent Herzliya Location
9 sources · 9m ago

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One Dead, 20 Injured in Unexploded Ordnance Blast During School Trip

One Dead, 20 Injured in Unexploded Ordnance Blast During School Trip
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Israeli Teen Killed, Dozens Injured in Unexploded Ordnance Blast During School Trip

Israeli Teen Killed, Dozens Injured in Unexploded Ordnance Blast During School Trip
8 sources · 24m ago

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Six Toddlers Wander From Petah Tikva Daycare; Staff Questioned

Six Toddlers Wander From Petah Tikva Daycare; Staff Questioned
8 sources · 53m ago

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Security · 18 sources · 1h ago

IDF Concludes Mysterious Object Over Israel Was Likely a Balloon

Security · 10 sources · 31m ago

Two Injured in Shooting Incident in Umm Al-Fahm

Security · 8 sources · 1h ago

Cluster Bomb Remnants Pose Ongoing Threat After Conflict

Politics · 9 sources · 3h ago

Israel's Supreme Court Rules National Insurance Institute Cannot Appoint Medical Board Doctors

Security · 12 sources · 3h ago

IDF Eliminates Five Militants in Gaza Strip Operations

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Security · 10 sources · 42m ago

Food Allergy Suspected in Beitar Illit Daycare Incident, Hazmat Ruled Out

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Rami Levy and Israir Offer Discounted New York Flights

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CrowdStrike Deal Values Israeli Firm XM Cyber's Tech at $600 Million

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Student Dies in School Trip Accident in Northern Israel

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Worker Injured in 5-Meter Fall in Tel Aviv

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Israeli Election Campaigns Show Stark Gender Imbalance in Leadership

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Apple's First Foldable iPhone to Launch Simultaneously in Israel and US

Pelephone Launches Foldable iPhone Duo in Israel with Exclusive Offers
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New Israeli Drama 'The Escape' Explores Dangers of Cults

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Businesswoman Galia Albin Sparks Outrage With Mockery of Mizrahi Likud Voters

Businesswoman Galia Albin Sparks Outrage With Mockery of Mizrahi Likud Voters

Businesswoman Galia Albin has caused a major controversy by mocking Mizrahi Likud voters and questioning their loyalty to Prime Minister Netanyahu, even after the October 7th attacks. Her comments, made on a podcast, included imitating voters and suggesting a disconnect between their voting and their intellect. Minister of Defense Yisrael Katz strongly condemned Albin, calling her despicable and accusing her of ethnic and political discrimination. Katz contrasted her remarks with the unity and sacrifice of Israelis during wartime.

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Kinneret Water Levels Hit Record Low Amid Desalination Crisis

Kinneret Water Levels Hit Record Low Amid Desalination Crisis

Israel's Water Authority reported that the Sea of Galilee's available water volume has reached its lowest point in 100 years, despite a near-average rainy season. The 2025/26 season saw rainfall at 90% of average in the Kinneret basin, but the impact of the prior severe drought persists. While the north experienced water deficits, the south saw unusual flash floods, with one event in the Judean Desert generating record stream flows. Water Authority Director Yechiel Lipschitz highlighted the need for flexible water management and long-term planning.

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IMF Raises Israel's 2026 Growth Forecast to 4.5%, Cites AI and Energy Independence

IMF Raises Israel's 2026 Growth Forecast to 4.5%, Cites AI and Energy Independence

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised Israel's 2026 growth forecast to 4.5%, an increase from its previous 3.5% projection. This figure is higher than the IMF's global growth forecast but lower than Israel's own central bank's predictions. The IMF also anticipates a decrease in Israel's 2026 inflation to 1.8%, while global inflation is expected to rise. The report highlights that a smaller number of economies are driving global growth, with Israel being among them due to its AI connections and reduced energy shock exposure.

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Arkia Cancels Planned Tokyo Flights Due to Regulatory Hurdles

Arkia Cancels Planned Tokyo Flights Due to Regulatory Hurdles

Israeli airline Arkia has canceled its planned direct flights to Tokyo, originally set to begin in October 2026, due to a lack of permits from Japanese authorities for leased aircraft. The airline is offering affected passengers alternative travel options, discounts, or full refunds. Arkia is working to obtain the necessary approvals and hopes to launch the route with its own planes, while El Al remains the only Israeli carrier flying directly to Tokyo.

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Tech

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Amazon in Talks to Acquire Israeli AI Startup Decart for $7 Billion

Amazon in Talks to Acquire Israeli AI Startup Decart for $7 Billion

Amazon is in talks to acquire Israeli AI startup Decart for up to $7 billion, according to The Wall Street Journal. Founded in 2023, Decart develops generative AI for video and interactive worlds. The potential deal follows abandoned acquisition talks with Anthropic for $6 billion and a rejected offer from Nvidia. If completed, the acquisition would be one of the largest in Israeli tech history and a major purchase for Amazon.

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Culture

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Valery Meladze to Perform in Caesarea Amphitheater

Russian pop singer Valery Meladze will perform in Israel's ancient Caesarea amphitheater. The concert will feature his greatest hits and newer songs as part of his world tour. Meladze's performances are known for audience interaction and sing-alongs. The historic venue is expected to add a special atmosphere to the show.

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