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Remembering David Shlomo: A Man of Generosity and a Big Heart

David Shlomo, the legendary carpenter of Kibbutz Kissufim, is remembered by his niece Naama Hadad for his immense generosity and warm spirit. He was a devoted father and brother k…

Culture11m ago2

Artist Tomer Peretz Recounts Trauma and Healing After Oct. 7

Artist Tomer Peretz, a former combat officer with PTSD, joined ZAKA volunteers on Oct. 7 to collect body parts at massacre sites, driven by a sense of duty. The experience trigger…

Security35m ago

Shin Bet Chief Warns of Military Battalions Forming in Negev Bedouin Towns

Shin Bet chief David Zini warned of "military infrastructure" and attempts to form "military battalions" in some Negev Bedouin towns. Security forces are reportedly working to thw…

World37m ago

Heroic Vehicle from October 7th Attack Declared Historic Monument

The Israeli Ministry of Heritage has declared Oz Davidian's vehicle, used to rescue dozens during the October 7th attack, a historic artifact. This designation aims to preserve th…

Security52m ago

Nova Rescue Vehicle Declared Antiquity to Prevent Demolition

Israel's Minister of Heritage, Eliyahu, declared the vehicle that rescued dozens from the Nova festival an "antiquity" to prevent its destruction. The vehicle will be preserved, a…

Security1h ago·4 outlets

Five Injured in Stone-Throwing Attack Near Sebastia

Five Israelis were injured in a stone-throwing attack by residents of Ramin village near Sebastia on October 7. A man in his mid-20s suffered a moderate head injury and was hospit…

Sports1h ago·4 outlets

Hapoel Jerusalem's EuroCup Win Draws Praise for 'EuroLeague Quality'

Hapoel Jerusalem defeated Zvezda Ljubljana 75-64 in the EuroCup, achieving a 2-0 record after a recent loss in the Winner Cup. The team's strong defense and "EuroLeague quality" w…

Security1h ago

Pro-Palestinian Activist's Car Torched Near Ramallah; Threats Scrawled on Walls

Unknown individuals set fire to the car of Israeli pro-Palestinian activist Andrey Khrzhanovsky in the West Bank village of Al-Mughayir. Graffiti threatening senior Israeli securi…

Security1h ago

IDF Fighters Revisit Devastated Kfar Aza Home, Echoing Oct. 7 Trauma

IDF fighters Yair Ansbacher and Netanel Makayes revisited the devastated home of Rachel Cohen in Kfar Aza three years after the October 7th massacre. The soldiers, who were part o…

Security1h ago

Woman Rescued After Near-Drowning Incident at Sirinit Beach

A 71-year-old woman was rescued after a near-drowning incident near Sirinit Beach in the Sharon region on Tuesday morning. Emergency medical services treated the woman at the scen…

Security1h ago

Kuwaiti Migrant Sentenced to Life for Plotting Attack on Israeli Embassy in London

Abdullah al-Badri, a 34-year-old Kuwaiti migrant, has been sentenced to life in prison with a minimum of 20 years for plotting a terror attack on the Israeli Embassy in London. He…

Security1h ago·4 outlets

Police Officer Questions Shin Bet Chief Over Terrorist 'Battalions' in Negev

A senior police officer publicly challenged Shin Bet chief David Zini's claims of terrorist "battalions" forming in Negev Bedouin communities, questioning the intelligence basis f…

Security1h ago

Maccabi Tel Aviv to Honor 137 Victims with Special Commemorative Jersey

Maccabi Tel Aviv will wear a special jersey honoring 137 fans murdered or fallen since October 7th during their home game against Bnei Sakhnin. The jersey features a Star of David…

Security2h ago

Ophakim 'Cookie Heroine' Rachel Edri Recounts Trauma and Resilience Three Years After Hamas Attack

Rachel Edri, hailed as the "Ophakim Heroine" for her bravery during the October 7th Hamas attack, is coping with the trauma and the subsequent death of her husband, David. For 20…

Security2h ago

Nova Survivor Finds Path to Recovery After Trauma and Addiction

Or Yachbas, a survivor of the Nova music festival massacre, has detailed his struggle with PTSD and addiction following the October 7th attacks. After losing seven friends, he dev…

Security2h ago

Western Negev Municipalities Form Regional Security and Emergency Forum

Municipalities in Israel's Western Negev region have established a new security and emergency management forum to improve inter-municipal cooperation and preparedness. The forum a…

Security2h ago

Shin Bet Chief Accuses Negev Bedouins of Building Military Structures

Shin Bet chief David Zini accused Bedouin communities in the Negev of building military structures and forming armed groups. These allegations suggest potential militant activitie…

Tech2h ago

Aqua Security Founder Dror Davidoff Joins Team8 as Managing Partner

Dror Davidoff, founder and CEO of Aqua Security, joined the Team8 group as a managing partner last month. He is scheduled to depart Aqua Security at the end of 2025 after ten year…

Politics2h ago3·4 outlets

Olympic Judoka Peter Paltchik Slams Minister Chikli Over Mocking Accent

Olympic judoka Peter Paltchik has publicly condemned Minister Amichai Chikli for mocking the accent of former Soviet Union immigrants in a political video. Paltchik, an immigrant…

Economy2h ago

German Firm Sues Israeli Startup Sellers Over Alleged Misrepresentation

German cybersecurity firm Link11 is suing former shareholders of Israeli startup Reblaze, which it bought for $18.5 million in January 2024, alleging they were misled about a majo…

Politics2h ago

Trump Threatens Sanctions Over Boycott of Israeli Settlements

The U.S. is threatening sanctions against Britain, France, and Norway for boycotting Israeli settlement products, calling the boycott "antisemitic." Israel had previously expelled…

Security2h ago·3 outlets

Jewish Extremists Attack Palestinian Village, Threaten Israeli Security Chiefs

Extremist settlers torched Palestinian vehicles and spray-painted threats against Israeli security officials in the West Bank village of Deir Nidham overnight Tuesday into Wednesd…

Security2h ago

Magen David Adom Launches Website Honoring Oct. 7 Heroes

Magen David Adom launched a special website on the third anniversary of the October 7th attacks. The site shares stories of heroism and sacrifice by MDA personnel who saved lives…

Security2h ago

Man Seriously Injured After Being Hit by Car in Ma'alot Tarshiha

A 61-year-old man was seriously injured after being hit by a car in Ma'alot Tarshiha on Tuesday morning. Paramedics treated him for moderate head and limb injuries at the scene. H…

Culture3h ago·2 outlets

Oct. 7 Survivors Find Healing Through Music at LA Rock Camp in New Documentary

Ten survivors of the October 7 Hamas attacks found a path to healing through music at Rock 'n Roll Fantasy Camp in Los Angeles. Their experience is chronicled in the new documenta…

World4h ago

Israeli Leaders Honored With Streets, Parks Worldwide

Several Israeli leaders, including former presidents and prime ministers, are honored with public spaces like streets and parks in cities worldwide. Dublin is reconsidering a park…

Security4h ago

Vehicles Torched, Threats Scrawled in West Bank; Suspects Detained

Vehicles were torched and graffiti with threats against the head of the Shin Bet was found in the West Bank overnight. Police arrested an 18-year-old Jerusalem resident, and the I…

Politics4h ago

Arab Community Faces Pressure for National Service Amidst Political Realignment

A lawyer, Ali Ahmed Haidar, discusses the renewed debate over mandatory civil service for the Arab community in Israel, linked to election conditions set by Gadi Eisenkot. Haidar…

Security5h ago·3 outlets

Man Critically Injured in Sharon Area with Penetrating Wounds

A man in his 40s sustained critical penetrating wounds to his body in Givat Hen on Tuesday night. MDA paramedics treated him at the scene and evacuated him to Meir Hospital in ser…

Economy5h ago

Skydance Completes $110 Billion Deal to Acquire Warner Bros. Discovery

Paramount Skydance has completed a $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, creating a major entertainment and news conglomerate led by CEO David Ellison. The deal unit…

Security6h ago

Israel Security Agencies Convene for Sensitive Election Season Preparations

Israel's IDF, Police, and Shin Bet held a joint assessment to prepare for the upcoming sensitive election season. Key security officials met to ensure safe election conduct and re…

Security6h ago

Israel's Over-Reliance on Desalinated Water Creates Health Risks

Israel's heavy reliance on desalinated water, which lacks essential minerals like iodine and magnesium, poses significant health risks, with low iodine levels found in many childr…

Security6h ago

Israel Seeks New Security Measures After Dubai Flight Incident

Israel is proposing a "flight visa" system and enhanced security checks for all air passengers following an incident on a Flydubai flight. Minister Miri Regev is leading efforts t…

Security7h ago·2 outlets

Man Critically Wounded in Stabbing Near Ra'anana

A man around 40 years old was seriously wounded in a stabbing near Ra'anana. He was transported to Meir Hospital in Kfar Saba by Magen David Adom paramedics. The investigation int…

World8h ago

Historical Context of "Free Palestine" Slogan Explored

Jewish activists in the 1940s used the slogan "Free Palestine" to advocate for Hebrew national independence from British rule. Historical evidence, including currency, sports team…

Security10h ago·16 outlets

Shin Bet Warns of Terror Cells Forming in Negev Bedouin Communities

Shin Bet Director David Zini warned of terror cells forming military infrastructure within Negev Bedouin communities, a phenomenon he called "very concerning." The rise is linked…

Politics11h ago

Court Dismisses Criminal Complaint Against Right-Wing Activist Mordechai David

A Jerusalem court dismissed a criminal complaint filed against right-wing activist Mordechai David by Naava Rozilio and Gonen Ben Yitzhak. David plans to seek legal costs after th…

Security12h ago

Israeli Security Agencies Boost Election Safeguards Amid October 7 Fallout

Israel's IDF, Shin Bet, and police are increasing security for upcoming elections due to threats around the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks. The October 7 events heavil…

Economy13h ago

Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against NordVPN in Israel Over 'Dark Patterns'

A class action lawsuit was filed against NordVPN in Israel, accusing the company of using "dark patterns" to mislead consumers regarding subscription costs and cancellation polici…

Security13h ago·2 outlets

Recordings Reveal Paramedic Amit Mann's Final Hours During Oct. 7 Attack

Newly released recordings reveal the final hours of Magen David Adom paramedic Amit Mann, who was killed by Hamas terrorists in Kibbutz Be’eri on October 7, 2023. The recordings d…

General14h ago

Court Dismisses Criminal Complaints Against Mordechai David

A Tel Aviv court dismissed criminal complaints filed by Nava Rozolio and Ziv Kinan against Mordechai David. The judge cited repeated failures by the plaintiffs and their lawyer to…

Security14h ago·2 outlets

Israel Prepares for Potential Attacks with Surprise Military Drills

Israel's security apparatus is preparing for potential attacks from Hamas, Hezbollah, or Iran, conducting surprise military drills to test rescue units' readiness for multi-front…

Politics14h ago·1 outlets

Senior Party Official Considers Resignation Amidst Polls and Controversy

Davidi Ben Zion, a senior figure in the Am Echad Yisrael party, is considering resigning from the party's list. This move is reportedly influenced by worrying poll numbers and con…

Politics14h ago

Israel Enters Fourth Founding, Redefining Statehood and Diaspora Ties Post-October 7

Israel is undergoing its "fourth founding," a period of redefinition following the October 7 Hamas attacks, which shattered the belief that the state alone can ensure safety. This…

Politics15h ago

Netanyahu and Smotrich's Settlement Policy Outperforms Lieberman's Plan

Israel's current policy under Prime Minister Netanyahu and Minister Smotrich focuses on expanding settlements and infrastructure in the West Bank, altering the ground reality with…

Security15h ago11·2 outlets

IDF Blamed by Police After Draft Dodger Raid Descends into Chaos

Police are blaming the IDF's Military Police for a chaotic incident in Modi’in where hundreds of Haredi men disrupted an arrest attempt of a draft dodger. The IDF reported eight a…

Culture15h ago

Mordechai Ben David and Shmulik Sukkot Electrify Thousands with "Emet"

Singers Mordechai Ben David and Shmulik Sukkot performed their song "Emet" to an audience of thousands. The song's melody was composed by Bentsi Stein, and Yoely Dickman arranged…

Security15h ago

Israel Warns of Iran-Backed Attacks on Oct. 7 Anniversary, Ahead of Elections

Israel's National Security Council warned of heightened terror risks targeting Israelis and Jews on the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks, citing Iran and its proxies. Se…