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Waste Burning Crisis Widens in Israel, Officials Demand National Action

A waste burning and air pollution crisis, disproportionately affecting Arab communities in Israel, has been declared a national emergency. Over 110 local authority heads have urge…

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Teenager Killed, 24 Injured in Northern Israel Cluster Bomb Explosion

A 14-year-old boy was killed and 24 others were injured in an explosion on Mount Ramim in northern Israel on Monday, believed to be from a Hezbollah cluster bomb. Emergency servic…

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Health Ministry Warns Public on Unlicensed Emergency Services

Israel's Ministry of Health has warned the public about two companies, "Matzil Hayim" and "Hana Ambulance," operating without proper authorization in emergency medical services. "…

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New Chip Model Simulates Air Pollutant Effects on Human Airways

Israeli researchers have created an "organ-on-a-chip" model simulating human airways to study air pollutant effects. The study found repeated benzene exposure triggered cellular r…

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WhatsApp Security Concerns Rise After Prime Minister's Advisor's Messages Leaked

A leak of sensitive WhatsApp messages from Prime Minister's advisor Yonatan Urich has sparked public concern over the app's security. He stressed that granting external services a…

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Explosion Injures Students on Northern Israel School Trip

An explosion of ordnance injured multiple students during a school trip in northern Israel near the Lebanese border. Initial reports indicate a student picked up a cluster munitio…

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Man Found Dead in Jerusalem Apartment After Days

A man in his 60s was found dead in his Jerusalem apartment on Monday, likely several days after his death. The apartment owner discovered the body after noticing a strong odor and…

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Orthopedist Accused of Harassment Allowed to Continue Practice Under Restrictions

Orthopedist Leonid Zeitlin will continue practicing medicine under strict supervision after the Ministry of Health decided not to revoke his license despite indecent behavior char…

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Youngsters Among Those Injured in Accidental Munitions Explosion Near Misgav Am

One person was killed and 19 were injured, including students, when old munitions exploded during a trip near Misgav Am. Tamir Doadi, the first responder, provided initial aid and…

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Jerusalem Deputy Mayor Organizes Outing for 3,000 Yeshiva Students

Jerusalem's Deputy and Acting Mayor Zvika Cohen organized a special outing for approximately 3,000 yeshiva students. The trip aimed to refresh the students before the extended win…

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Israeli Courts Allow Families to Use Semen of Fallen Soldiers for Children

Two Israeli families have won court approval to use the preserved semen of their sons, who died in combat and service, to have children. The legal battles, one lasting 14 years, i…

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Israel's Hypocrisy on Jewish Identity and Conversion

Israelis celebrate successful Jews abroad but often deny recognition to non-Orthodox Jews seeking to connect with their heritage in Israel. Despite millions of American Jews belon…

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Professor Golan Bel Released From Hospital After Over Three Months of Treatment

Professor Golan Bel, a reserve soldier injured in combat in Lebanon, was released from Rambam Health Care Campus on Monday after over three months of hospitalization. He will now…

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Medical Malpractice Lawsuit Decided 24 Years Later

Israel's Supreme Court has finalized a medical malpractice lawsuit from 2002, with President Yitzhak Amit rejecting a final appeal. The case against United Health Kupat Holim and…

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Everyday Services Once Free Now Cost Consumers Money

Everyday conveniences that were once free or included in prices are now costing consumers money due to new regulations and business strategies. Examples include paid plastic shopp…

Politics1h ago

Israel Considers Budget Cuts to Revive $1 Billion Apache Helicopter Deal

Israel's Finance Ministry is proposing across-the-board government budget cuts to secure funding for a failed $1 billion deal to purchase 12 Apache attack helicopters from Boeing…

General2h ago

Herzliya Replaces Synthetic Grass With Natural Landscaping

Herzliya is phasing out synthetic grass in public spaces and educational institutions, replacing it with natural plants and landscaping. Mayor Yariv Fischer cited health and envir…

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Iran Used AI to Create Fake Journalists for Disinformation Campaigns, OpenAI Reports

OpenAI reported that Iran used artificial intelligence to create fake journalist personas and generate social media comments for a covert influence operation. The campaign aimed t…

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Schoolchildren Injured in Explosion During Field Trip Near Northern Border

An explosion injured students and staff from the ORT-Maalot religious school during an annual field trip near Israel's northern border. Mayor Moti Ben-David and municipal services…

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Northern Israel Explosion Injures Dozens of Students

An explosion of unexploded ordnance near Israel's northern border injured nearly twenty students and teachers, with several in critical condition. Prime Minister Netanyahu was bri…

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Avoid Next Disaster: What to Do When Finding Unexploded Ordnance

Following an incident where yeshiva students were injured by exploding unexploded ordnance (UXO) on the northern border, Israeli authorities are issuing safety guidelines. The pub…

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Explosion of Ammunition Remnants Injures 12 in Northern Israel

Twelve people were injured, four seriously, in northern Israel's Upper Galilee on Monday by an explosion of ammunition remnants. The incident occurred while a group of hikers were…

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Northern Israel Explosion Injures at Least 12 Tourists, Including Children

An explosion in northern Israel near the Lebanese border injured at least 12 tourists, including children, who were hiking near the Ramim Ridge. The blast caused severe injuries…

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Northern Israel Explosion Injures 13, Including Children

An explosion in northern Israel near Kibbutz Yiftah injured 13 people, including children, with three in critical condition. The blast is being investigated, with unexploded ordna…

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Northern Border Explosion Injures 12, Including Students and Teachers

An explosion on the northern border near Mitzpe Paz on Monday afternoon injured 12 people, including students and teachers, with four in serious condition. Emergency services and…

Tech2h ago

SO Digital Offers GEO Services for AI Search Engine Visibility

SO Digital is offering specialized GEO services to help businesses improve their visibility in AI-powered search engines like ChatGPT and Gemini. The company integrates these new…

Economy2h ago

Israel Consumer Price Index Data Due Thursday Amid Cost of Living Concerns

Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics will release the September consumer price index on Thursday, October 15, with consumers watching for changes in inflation. The index tracks p…

Culture2h ago

First Prayer Book in Kuki and Mizo Languages Published in Israel

A prayer book in the Kuki and Mizo languages has been published in Nof HaGalil for the Bnei Menashe immigrant community. The initiative was launched after Mayor Ronen Plot learned…

Sports2h ago

Hapoel Eilat Returns to Israeli Basketball Premier League

Hapoel Ironi Eilat returns to the Israeli Basketball Premier League for the 2026/27 season after a two-year absence. The team plays its first game Thursday against Maccabi Rishon…

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Israeli Doctor Shortage Solution Explored Through Latin American Recruitment

The "Masah" organization is launching a new initiative to recruit Jewish doctors from Latin America to address Israel's doctor shortage, with the first group expected in December…

Economy2h ago

Israel's Cash Use Plummets, Bank of Israel Warns of Rising Costs

Cash usage in Israel has dropped significantly, with digital payments rising in parallel, according to a Bank of Israel report. Despite the decline, cash still represents a substa…

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Health Ministry Warns Public About Uncertified Ambulance Driver Training

The Israeli Ministry of Health has warned the public against enrolling in ambulance driver training courses offered by the company "Matzil Hayim," which has been uncertified for t…

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Bazan Group Responds to Benzene Scare Near Haifa Refineries

The Bazan Group has responded to a public scare after high benzene levels were detected near its Haifa refinery complex, leading to the closure of two nearby schools. The company…

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At Least 12 Injured by Unexploded Ordnance in Ramim Ridge Area

At least 12 hikers were injured by an explosion of unexploded ordnance in the Ramim Ridge area. Emergency medical services, including helicopters, were dispatched to the scene. Th…

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Soldiers Complain of Rats in Barracks, Army Promises Pest Control

Female soldiers at the Tzayrim base reported rats in their living quarters, with rodents climbing on beds and personal items. A soldier's father criticized the staff's response, c…

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Direct Insurance Leads in Israeli Insurance Service Ratings

Direct Insurance has been ranked first in Israel's 2025 service index for automotive and health insurance, with significant variations in customer service performance across the i…

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Flydubai Offers Support to Passengers After Hijacking Attempt, But Skips Compensation

Flydubai emailed passengers nearly two weeks after a hijacking attempt on flight FZ 1073, offering support services but no financial compensation. Passengers criticized the delay…

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One in Five Israelis Still Impaired Functionally Three Years After October 7

A study by Clalit and the Brookdale Institute reveals that 20% of Israelis still face severe daily functional impairment due to mental health issues three years after the October…

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Gaza Border Communities Demand Permanent Security Buffer, Long-Term Rehabilitation

Leaders of 14 Israeli communities devastated by the October 7th attack are demanding a permanent security buffer zone with Gaza and long-term rehabilitation funding from the next…

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Euro-Med Monitor: 10,000 Gaza Children Lost Limbs in 3 Years of 'Genocide'

The Euro-Med Monitor for Human Rights reported that over 10,000 Palestinian children in Gaza have lost at least one leg due to three years of alleged Israeli "genocide" since Octo…

Tech3h ago

Israir Becomes First Airline to Adopt AI Agent Discovery Standard

Israir, owned by businessman Rami Levy, has become the first airline globally to adopt the ARD standard, enabling AI agents to discover and connect with its services. This move ad…

Politics4h ago

Israel's Mifal HaPais Invests Over 3.25 Million Shekels in Beit Shemesh Community Programs

Mifal HaPais is investing over 3.25 million shekels in Beit Shemesh for community and welfare programs in 2026, coinciding with the city's 75th anniversary. The funds will support…

Politics4h ago

Polish PM Accuses Previous Government of Treason Over Pegasus Spyware

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk accused the previous government of treason, claiming the use of NSO Group's Pegasus spyware resulted in sensitive data leaking to Israel. He stat…

Economy4h ago

Kiryat Ata Municipality and Egged Partner on Public Transport Upgrade

The Kiryat Ata Municipality and the bus company Egged met on Sunday to advance a plan for upgrading public transportation infrastructure in the city. The initiative aims to improv…

Politics4h ago

How to Vote in Israel Without Your Mail-In Ballot

Israeli voters who did not receive their mail-in notification card can still vote in the October 27 elections by presenting official photo identification. Polling station informat…

General4h ago·2 outlets

Karmiel Fire Displaces Residents, Destroys Four Apartments

A fire in Karmiel on Tzahal Street destroyed four apartments and led to the evacuation of 44 others. One person was lightly injured, and about 20 residents sought assistance at a…

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Ezrat Achim Explores Partnership with Medical Care Rehabilitation Hospital

The Ezrat Achim organization visited the Medical Care rehabilitation hospital in Bat Yam to address the shortage of rehabilitation beds in Israel. The hospital recently expanded i…

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Irish Wheelchair Basketball Team to Protest Israel During European Championship Qualifier

The Irish women's wheelchair basketball team plans to protest against Israel during a European Championship qualifier by bowing their heads during the Israeli anthem and wearing b…