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Shirley Bouganim Says Motherhood Strained Her Marriage

Model Shirley Bouganim revealed that becoming a mother to twins after a 13-year struggle has put a strain on her marriage. She described parenthood as a "difficult event" that can…

Security2d ago

Israel Expands Gun Eligibility to 11 West Bank Settlements

Israel's Ministry of National Security has approved firearm license eligibility for residents of 11 settlements in the Shomron region, including Khums and Ganim. The decision aims…

Security2d ago·1 outlets

Israeli Police Investigate Over 100 Individuals in Sports Fraud Case

Israeli police have questioned over 100 individuals, including more than 50 players, in a widening fraud investigation dubbed "Mirror Image." Three key suspects were released to h…

Security2d ago·2 outlets

Tiberias Mayor Released to House Arrest Amid Financial Probe

Tiberias Mayor Miki Beitan was released to house arrest until November 1 as part of an investigation into alleged financial crimes and double contracts worth millions of shekels…

Culture4d ago

Ashdod Religious Council Distributes Shabbat Closing Time Magnets to Businesses

The Ashdod Religious Council is distributing magnetic calendars to food businesses to ensure they close on time before Shabbat. The initiative, led by Rabbi Ovadia Dahan and suppo…

Sports4d ago

Sakhnin Legend Khaled Khlaileh Laments Modern Football's Lack of Heart

Khaled Khlaileh, a former captain and legend of Bnei Sakhnin, expressed concern over the perceived lack of passion and "delicate" nature of modern football players. He now manages…

Security6d ago

Tiberias Football Club Owner Arrested in Financial Probe

The owner of Hapoel Tiberias football club, Arie Kalmanzon, and the club's financial officer, Yael Bar, were arrested on suspicion of serious financial offenses and double contrac…

Politics7d ago

Petah Tikva Synagogues Decline to Host Finance Minister Smotrich Amid Political Objections

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich faced refusals from several Petah Tikva synagogues to host him due to objections against political activity during religious services. While some…

Culture9d ago

Ashdod Religious Honors Rabbi Ovadia Yosef on His Yahrzeit

For over a month, the council has also been distributing and encouraging residents to light candles featuring the late rabbi's image. Prominent rabbis, including Chaim Shimon Pint…

Security11d ago

Kadima Tzoran Schools Reopen After Solar Panel Radiation Dispute

Schools in Kadima Tzoran reopened after a strike by parents concerned about radiation from planned solar panels. The strike ended following agreements with the local council, thou…

Politics11d ago2·5 outlets

Rare Footage from Sa-Nur Released 21 Years After Disengagement

The Shomron Regional Council released rare footage from the 2005 Sa-Nur settlement evacuation, coinciding with current development projects. The video shows Rabbi Dov Lior and Yos…

Culture11d ago

Filmmaker Explores Complex Legacy of Jewish Settlement in Hebron

Filmmaker Atia Zar's new documentary, "Natzurot," explores her childhood experiences in the Beit Hadassah building in Hebron, a key site in the Jewish settlement movement. The fil…

Health11d ago

Hundreds of Blood Donations Collected in Annual Petah Tikva Drive

Hundreds of blood donations were collected in Petah Tikva during an annual drive held after the Sukkot holiday. The event, organized by MDA-Hatzala Petah Tikva and Ezrat Matzian…

Health11d ago

Hundreds Donate Blood in Annual Petah Tikva Drive

A traditional blood drive in Petah Tikva, organized by MDA-Hatzalah Petah Tikva and Etz-Le-Hayim, collected 268 units of blood after the Sukkot holiday. The event, held at the "Ze…

Politics12d ago

Israeli Settlements Evolved From National Project to Political Tool

Israeli settlements have evolved from a unifying national project to a politically divisive issue, according to Colonel (res.) Amir Noy. Initially driven by the Labor movement, th…

Economy15d ago

Tower Appoints Nissim Boganim as New CEO

Tower Advanced Investment Solutions has appointed Nissim Boganim as its new CEO to drive expansion and growth into new sectors. Boganim, 48, has over 20 years of experience in Isr…

Security17d ago·1 outlets

IDF Demolishes Home of Terrorist Who Murdered Netanel Shakron

The IDF demolished the West Bank home of Qadri Samara, who murdered Netanel Shakron in a shooting attack before Yom Kippur. Samara was apprehended after being wounded by a soldier…

Health20d ago

Petah Tikva Rabbi Dies of Illness at 53, Leaving Large Family

Rabbi Yitzchak Levi of Petah Tikva died at 53 from a severe kidney illness, leaving behind a wife and seven children. His family faces significant financial hardship, including an…

World22d ago

Jews Celebrate Sukkot in Re-established Samaria Settlements After 21 Years

Thousands of Jews are celebrating Sukkot in the re-established Samaria settlements of Ganim and Kadim, marking their return after a 21-year absence. Residents are living in tempor…

Culture22d ago

Israeli Home Design Blends Rustic Exterior With Modern Interior

An Israeli home in Even Yehuda was designed by architect Guy Azrieli, prioritizing the garden and pool as central elements. The house features a rustic exterior with modern, clean…

Security22d ago

West Bank's Northeast Region Undergoing Major Transformation

The northeastern West Bank is experiencing a significant shift with the re-establishment of evacuated settlements, new outposts, and increased IDF activity, leading to Palestinian…

Politics24d ago·2 outlets

Thousands March in West Bank to Re-establish Settlements Destroyed in Disengagement

Over 10,000 people marched in the West Bank to re-establish settlements destroyed in the 2005 disengagement. The event, which included a rally with government ministers, marks the…

Politics24d ago·4 outlets

Thousands March in Samaria to Mark Return to Evacuated Settlements

More than 10,000 Israelis marched between the former settlements of Ganim and Kadim in the northern West Bank, areas evacuated in 2005 and recently resettled. The event celebrated…

Politics24d ago·1 outlets

Finance Minister Smotrich Visits Northern West Bank, Advocates for Israeli Sovereignty

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich visited the northern West Bank, addressing thousands of Israelis and advocating for expanded settlement and Israeli sovereignty. He framed the se…

Politics25d ago·1 outlets

Samaria Council Head Warns World Leaders Against Palestinian State

Yossi Dagan, head of the Samaria Regional Council, warned international leaders visiting Israel that establishing a Palestinian state in Judea and Samaria would threaten Western s…

Security26d ago·2 outlets

Thousands March in West Bank for 'March of the Shomron' Event

Thousands are expected to participate in the "March of the Shomron" on September 30th, a significant event marking the re-establishment of Ganim and Kadim settlements. The march…

World26d ago·2 outlets

Thousands March Between Re-established Northern Samaria Settlements

Thousands are expected to participate in the "March of Samaria" on September 30, connecting the recently re-established northern Samaria settlements of Ganim and Kadim. The event…

Culture27d ago·2 outlets

Samaria Region Sees Thousands of Tourists for Sukkot Celebrations

Thousands of tourists are celebrating Sukkot in the Samaria region, visiting natural sites, heritage centers, and participating in various events. The regional council head welcom…

Culture29d ago·2 outlets

Samaria Region Unveils Extensive Sukkot Festival Program

The Samaria region is hosting a multi-day Sukkot festival in 2026, featuring a wide array of family-friendly events, historical tours, nature hikes, and cultural activities design…

Culture29d ago

Samaria Region Announces Extensive Sukkot Holiday Events

The Samaria region is hosting a wide array of Sukkot holiday events, including family fun days, historical tours, nature hikes, and adventure activities, aiming to attract thousan…

Culture30d ago

Rabbi Pinto Leads Yom Kippur Prayers, Invites Community to 'Pidyon Peter Chamor' Ceremony

Rabbi Chaim Shimon Pinto led thousands in Yom Kippur prayers at his synagogue in the "Yesmach Moshe" community. Following the services, he invited the congregation to a special "P…

Economy31d ago

How Much Income Needed for a Home in Petah Tikva?

Purchasing a four-room apartment in Petah Tikva, Israel, requires a net monthly income between 15,500 and 23,500 shekels, with prices varying significantly by neighborhood. The ci…

Economy31d ago

Dead Sea Hotels to Connect to Natural Gas Grid, Saving Millions

Five Dead Sea hotels will connect to the natural gas grid by early 2027, a NIS 22.6 million government-funded project expected to save the hotels NIS 2 million annually and reduce…

Culture31d ago

Actress Sara Vano Discusses Career, Financial Struggles, and Near-Death Experience

Actress Sara Vano discusses her career resurgence, past financial struggles that forced her to sell her apartment, and a near-fatal missile strike on her home. She also shares her…

Security32d ago·4 outlets

Three Negev Bedouins Arrested for School Tablet Thefts

Three Bedouin men from the Negev were arrested by Israeli police on suspicion of breaking into six schools in the Lachish region and stealing hundreds of student tablets. They wer…

Security32d ago

West Bank Sees Settler Violence, Military Orders, and Eviction Notice for 18-Story Building

Settlers attacked Palestinian towns in the West Bank, while Israeli forces issued military orders to seize land and an eviction notice for an 18-story building in Salfit, raising…

Security33d ago

Israel Observes Yom Kippur Amid Heightened Security, Global Tensions Continue

Israel observed Yom Kippur with a near-complete cessation of daily life and heightened security, while a false alarm in the north was the primary security incident. Globally, ongo…

Security34d ago

Father of Six Killed in West Bank Terror Attack; Hamas Operative Captured

A father of six was killed in a terror attack in the West Bank on Sunday, September 20. The Hamas assailant was captured after being wounded, and a second attempted attack was thw…

Security34d ago·2 outlets

Israeli Man Killed in West Bank Shooting Attack Hours Before Yom Kippur

An Israeli man, Netanel Shukrun, was killed in a shooting attack in the West Bank hours before Yom Kippur. The IDF apprehended the suspected terrorist shortly after the incident…

Security34d ago

Israeli Father of Six Murdered at West Bank Spring Ahead of Yom Kippur

Natanel Shicron, a 49-year-old father of six, was murdered in a shooting attack at a West Bank spring while preparing for Yom Kippur. Security forces apprehended the wounded suspe…

Security34d ago·2 outlets

Israeli Man Killed in West Bank Attack, Terrorist Apprehended

A terrorist attack in the Benjamin region on Sunday, September 20, killed Natanel Shachroun and wounded his son. The terrorist was later apprehended by IDF forces. In a separate i…

Security34d ago

Defense Minister Vows Swift Justice for Terror Victim

Defense Minister Israel Katz expressed condolences to the family of a terror victim in Neve Tzuf and vowed swift justice. He also praised soldiers who stopped another attack.

Security34d ago

Defense Minister Vows Swift Justice After West Bank Terror Attack

Defense Minister Israel Katz vowed swift justice after a deadly terror attack in Neve Tzuf, West Bank, where one Israeli was killed. He also praised soldiers who thwarted another…

Security34d ago·9 outlets

Israeli Man Dies From West Bank Shooting Attack; Second Terror Attempt Foiled

A man injured in a West Bank shooting attack near Neve Tzuf has died, and Israeli forces are searching for the attacker. Separately, a car-ramming attempt by a Palestinian near Ga…

Security34d ago

IDF Special Forces Capture Terrorist in Ramallah Hospital

Israeli special forces, guided by the Shin Bet, captured Qadri Samara, who carried out a fatal shooting attack near Neve Tzuf. Separately, a terrorist attempting a ramming attack…

Security34d ago

IDF Arrests Terrorist Behind Deadly West Bank Shooting

Israeli forces arrested Qadri Samara, the perpetrator of a fatal shooting attack in Neve Tzuf. The IDF raided the suspect's home and confiscated his vehicle. Separately, a Palesti…

Security34d ago·9 outlets

Two Terrorists Killed or Captured After Ramming Attempt Near Samaria Military Post

Two terrorists attempted a ramming attack near a military post in Samaria on Sunday, resulting in one being killed and the other captured by IDF soldiers. This incident followed a…

Security34d ago·1 outlets

IDF Reinforces West Bank Troops After Benjamin Region Shooting Attack

The IDF Chief of Staff ordered troop reinforcements in the West Bank after a shooting attack in the Benjamin region. A manhunt for the suspect is ongoing, with footage showing gun…