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Dutch City Refuses Entry to Israeli Soccer Fans Over Security Concerns

The Dutch city of Alkmaar has banned Israeli soccer fans from attending an upcoming Europa League match due to security concerns, citing a high risk of violence and disturbances…

Weather50m ago·2 outlets

Autumn Arrives: Israel Sees Cooler Temperatures and Localized Rain

Israel is experiencing cooler autumn weather with temperatures below average for the season and localized rain showers expected across the country, particularly in the south and e…

Security50m ago

Israel Establishes 'Safe Houses' for Combat Trauma Victims

Israel's Ministry of Defense has opened five "safe houses" nationwide to provide immediate, voluntary support for combat trauma victims. These facilities offer an alternative to p…

Weather58m ago

Israel Weather Forecast: Cooler Temperatures and Scattered Showers Expected

Israel's Meteorological Service predicts cooler temperatures and scattered showers across the country starting Tuesday, October 6. The weather will remain similar through Wednesda…

Security5h ago·3 outlets

Arson at Southern Wastewater Treatment Plant Linked to Protection Racket

An arson attack at the Shoket wastewater treatment plant in southern Israel, allegedly due to a protection racket, has caused a severe environmental hazard. The disabled plant is…

General5h ago·1 outlets

Beer Sheva Marks National Memorial Day for October 7th

Beer Sheva held a memorial ceremony for the victims of October 7th and the subsequent war, honoring fallen soldiers and civilians, sharing stories of heroism, and emphasizing unit…

Security7h ago

Police Internal Affairs Investigates Five Officers for Alleged Assault

Israel's Police Internal Investigations Department is investigating five officers for allegedly kidnapping and severely assaulting Yadin Wit in Eilat. The officers are under cauti…

Security7h ago·2 outlets

Alkmaar Mayor Cannot Guarantee Safety of Hapoel Be'er Sheva Fans

The mayor of Alkmaar cannot guarantee the safety of Hapoel Be'er Sheva fans attending a Europa League match, citing fears of friction and lessons from past incidents. She suggeste…

Security9h ago

Leaked Recordings Reveal Police Command Center Chaos on October 7

Exclusive recordings from the Israel Police command center on October 7 expose the chaos and critical resource shortages faced by commanders during the Hamas attack. The tapes rev…

Culture10h ago

Jack Kuba Unveils New Lingerie Collection Emphasizing Style and Comfort

Lingerie brand Jack Kuba has released a new autumn-winter collection that blends comfort with visible design elements, offering versatile pieces in new colors and styles, with a f…

Weather12h ago

Rain Expected Across Most of Israel, Temperatures to Drop

Israel is expected to experience scattered, mostly light rain starting Sunday night and continuing through Monday, accompanied by a slight drop in temperatures. The weather will g…

Security13h ago

Motorcyclist Injured in Beer Sheva Vehicle Collision

A 45-year-old motorcyclist was injured and hospitalized in moderate condition after being hit by a car on Alexander Yanai Street in Beer Sheva on Tuesday. Paramedics treated him a…

Sports13h ago

Israel Football Association Chairman Defends Coach, Vows to Bring Games Back Home

Israel's Football Association Chairman Shino Zuarz defended coach Ran Ben Shimon despite recent disappointing results, vowed to continue with their current strategy, and expressed…

Sports14h ago

Foreign Coaches Surge in Israeli Basketball League, Sparking Concern

The Israeli Basketball Premier League has seen a record number of five foreign coaches this season, raising concerns about the status and opportunities for Israeli coaches. While…

Economy14h ago

Jerusalem Contractor Neta Lipschitz Files for Bankruptcy Protection

Construction firm Neta Lipschitz has requested bankruptcy protection in Jerusalem, citing debts of 90 million shekels and the impact of the recent war on its operations. The compa…

Economy14h ago

Israeli Garden Apartments Market Shrinks 39% in Two Years, Prices Rise

The market for garden apartments in Israel saw a 39% drop in transactions between early 2024 and early 2026, while prices increased by 11.6%. Sales of apartments in new, unfinishe…

Sports15h ago·2 outlets

Former Israeli Premier League Stars Still Playing in Lower Divisions

Ten former Israeli Premier League stars, including Eran Levi and Liran Cohen, are still actively playing football in various lower divisions across Israel, maintaining their conne…

Politics16h ago

Israeli Arab Party Leaders Protest Minister Ben-Gvir's Policies

Co-chairpersons of the Israeli Arab party "All for One" protested outside Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's home against policies targeting mosques and prayer calls. They accused him of…

Security16h ago·1 outlets

Volunteers Recount Harrowing October 7 Experiences Treating Wounded Under Fire

United Hatzalah volunteers Giti Beer and Liad Ohana described their experiences on October 7, treating the wounded under fire and witnessing the massacre's scale. They recounted h…

Security17h ago

Historian Warns of Extremist Messianic Movement Threatening Israel's Future

Historian Dror Greenblum's new book, "A Time of Miracles," argues that the national-Haredi (Hardal) movement espouses an extreme, messianic ideology that threatens Israel's future…

Security18h ago

Police Officer Who Fought on Oct. 7 Denied Debt Arrangement by Court

A police officer injured and suffering from PTSD after fighting on October 7th had his proposed debt arrangement rejected by a court. Creditors objected to his offer of NIS 300,00…

Sports18h ago·2 outlets

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Signs Bryan Cameron After Amari Bailey Injury

Hapoel Be'er Sheva signed new player Bryan Cameron due to an injury to Amari Bailey. Cameron, an American guard, joins from Turkey's second division and will start training soon.

World18h ago16

Israel Marks October 7th with Memorial Ceremonies Across the Country

Israel is holding numerous memorial ceremonies across the country on Monday to commemorate the victims of the October 7th attacks. Events are taking place in Jerusalem, Ashkelon…

Economy18h ago·1 outlets

UEFA to Distribute Millions in Grants to Israeli Clubs for Player Releases

UEFA is introducing grants for Israeli Premier League clubs to compensate for player releases to national teams. The system awards clubs based on player squad appearances, with Ha…

Economy21h ago

Major Bus Tender for Modi'in Area Excludes Egged

A major tender for bus services in the Modi'in area, part of the "Hasmonean" cluster, is being launched, excluding the dominant operator Egged due to monopoly concerns and operati…

Sports21h ago·2 outlets

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Boosted by Rotman's Return Ahead of League Match

Hapoel Be'er Sheva's defender Itay Rotman has recovered from injury and is available for the team's next league game. The club is also awaiting a decision on away fan attendance f…

Security21h ago2·1 outlets

Father Finds Son Wounded on October 7 at Soroka Medical Center

Security footage from Soroka Medical Center shows the emotional reunion of a father and his son, a wounded soldier, on October 7. Despite severe injuries requiring amputation, the…

Weather22h ago

Temperatures Drop, Rain Expected, Flood Risk in Southern Israel

Israel will see a drop in temperatures with rain and a slight risk of flash floods in the south on Tuesday. Temperatures will rise again on Wednesday.

Weather22h ago·2 outlets

Israel Weather Forecast: Partly Cloudy With Seasonal Temperatures, Rain Expected

Israel's weather forecast for Tuesday includes partly cloudy skies and seasonal temperatures, with calm seas. Wednesday anticipates local rain and potential flash floods in the so…

Culture23h ago

Israeli TV Airs New Documentaries Commemorating October 7th

Israeli television channels are airing a series of new documentaries and special programs to commemorate the anniversary of the October 7th attacks. The broadcasts feature persona…

Economy23h ago·2 outlets

Israeli Banks Seek Receiver for Developer With Half-Billion Shekel Debt

Israeli banks Mizrahi Discount Bank and Bank Leumi are seeking a receiver for developer A.S. Yigal Entrepreneurship due to nearly 500 million shekels in defaulted loans related to…

Culture1d ago

From Soldier Teacher to Head of Teacher Training Institute: Professor's Full Circle

She aims to revitalize the education system by enhancing teacher status and integrating technology and personalized learning approaches. Yalon-Haimovitz also plans to offer integr…

Weather1d ago·2 outlets

Slight Temperature Drop Expected Across Israel, Below Average for Season

Israel will see a slight drop in temperatures on Monday, with readings below the seasonal average. Light rain and a risk of flash floods are possible on Tuesday, followed by a war…

Economy1d ago

Israeli Apartment Prices Show Wide Range Amid Market Slowdown

Israel's apartment market is seeing a slowdown in transactions, but prices are showing a wide range. Recent sales in cities like Be'er Sheva, Kiryat Gat, Ashdod, and Harish illust…

Politics1d ago

Shas Party to Hold Nationwide Events Commemorating Rabbi Ovadia Yosef After State Funding Denied

After its petition for state funding was denied by the Election Committee and High Court, the Shas party will hold dozens of nationwide memorial events for Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, fun…

Sports1d ago

Hapoel Haifa Wins Thrilling 4-3 Friendly Against Hapoel Tel Aviv

Hapoel Haifa defeated Hapoel Tel Aviv 4-3 in a friendly soccer match after leading 4-0. Hapoel Tel Aviv nearly completed a comeback in the second half but fell short.

Sports1d ago

Meet Brandon Lieb, Tallest Player in Israeli Basketball League

Brandon Lieb, a 2.16-meter center with dual American-Israeli citizenship, has joined Hapoel Eilat, becoming the tallest player in the Israeli Basketball Premier League. He aims to…

Security1d ago

Evacuation Flights for Israelis From Dubai May Be Canceled Again Amid Renewed Threats

Evacuation flights for Israelis from Dubai are at risk of cancellation due to renewed threats. The operation, aimed at returning citizens after a hijacking attempt and security wa…

Security1d ago

Suspect Arrested in Negev Wastewater Plant Arson Case

Police arrested a suspect in the arson of the Shuqat wastewater treatment plant in the Negev, suspecting a criminal motive possibly linked to extortion attempts. The CEO is under…

Economy1d ago

Israeli Housing Market Sees Few Transactions in Late September

Israel's real estate market is experiencing a slowdown, with few transactions reported in late September. Data shows sales in cities like Be'er Sheva, Kiriyat Gat, Ashdod, and Har…

Security1d ago3

Bus Fire at IDF Base Ignites Ammunition

A bus exploded and caught fire at the IDF's Mishmar HaNegev base in southern Israel, leading to ammunition igniting. No soldiers were reported injured, and the incident is under i…

Weather1d ago

Israeli Cities Are Heating Up Due to Construction, Experts Say

Urban construction in Israel is causing local temperature increases and affecting weather patterns, according to atmospheric sciences expert Professor Yoav Yair. The "urban heat i…

Security1d ago

Beer Sheva Resident Arrested After Break-In at Tel Aviv Restaurant

A 50-year-old man from Beer Sheva was arrested and indicted for breaking into a Tel Aviv restaurant, causing thousands of shekels in damage, and attempting to steal from the cash…

Security1d ago

Israel Railways Announces October Night Schedule Changes for Infrastructure Work

Israel Railways is adjusting its nighttime train schedule in October for infrastructure work, affecting cities like Ashkelon and Ashdod. A free shuttle service will be available…

Politics1d ago·2 outlets

Be'er Sheva Mayor Danilovich Discusses Political Shift, Citing 'Disillusionment'

Be'er Sheva Mayor Rubik Danilovich announced a dramatic shift in his political views from the Labor Party to the right, citing a need to abandon "naivete" in the Middle East. He p…

Culture1d ago

Singer Lehi Toledano Dating Her Personal Manager, Meital Shevah

Israeli singer-songwriter and actress Lehi Toledano, 24, is reportedly in a romantic relationship with her 38-year-old personal manager, Meital Shevah. Both have had previous rela…

Security1d ago

Five-Year-Old Girl Injured in Tractor Accident in Rahat

A five-year-old girl was moderately injured in Rahat, Israel, after an apparent accident involving a tractor. She was treated by paramedics and transported to Soroka Hospital with…

Security1d ago·2 outlets

Man Honked at E-Scooter Riders, Nearly Killed in Retaliation

Two teenagers are accused of attempted murder after allegedly stabbing a man multiple times for honking at them while they rode an electric scooter in the road. The victim was hos…