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Two Dead, 11 Injured in Violent Incidents Across Israel

Two people were killed and 11 others injured in multiple violent incidents across Israel on Thursday. Fatal shootings occurred in Baqa al-Gharbiyye and Tamra, with additional inju…

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Two Dead, Five Seriously Hurt in Wave of Violence Across Israel

Two people were killed and seven others injured in multiple violent incidents across Israel on Thursday evening. Fatal shootings occurred in Baqa al-Gharbiyya and Tamra, with addi…

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Man Wounded in Shooting Incident in Holon

A young man was moderately injured by gunshots in Holon on Tuesday evening. Paramedics treated him at the scene and transported him to Wolfson Hospital. The circumstances and moti…

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Man Wounded in Shooting Incident in Holon

A 24-year-old man was moderately injured by gunfire on Kugel Street in Holon on Thursday evening. Emergency services responded quickly and transported him to Wolfson Medical Cente…

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Israel's Largest Basketball Arena Planned for Rishon LeZion

Rishon LeZion is planning to build Israel's largest arena, with a capacity of 12,000 seats, for sports and cultural events. The project, promoted by Mayor Raz Kinestlich, is estim…

Culture8h ago·1 outlets

Ethniks' Ze'ev Nechama Reflects on Band's Journey, Collaboration with Eyal Golan

Ze'ev Nechama, founder of the Israeli band Ethniks, discussed his ongoing stage anxiety and the band's journey in a podcast interview. He reflected on early resistance to their mu…

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Gambling Ring Busted, Suspects Posed as Oct. 7 Wounded

Police arrested four suspects, including three family members, for allegedly operating illegal gambling dens, laundering money, and extortion. The suspects, linked to a crime fami…

Economy12h ago

Israeli Cities Offer Tax Breaks to Boost Housing Market

The Israeli government is offering tax breaks of 16%-18% in southern cities like Ofakim and Netivot to make housing more affordable. Recent sales in these areas include a 4-room a…

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Bat Yam Municipality Challenges City Entrance Redevelopment Project

The Bat Yam Municipality is petitioning to cancel the approval of a major redevelopment project at the city's entrance, arguing it prioritizes housing over essential job creation…

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US Midterms: War, Gas Prices, and Anti-Israel Sentiment Fuel Democratic Gains

In the recent U.S. midterm elections, rising gas prices linked to a war in the Middle East and Israel's involvement fueled voter anger, contributing to a historic Republican colla…

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Elderly Woman Killed in Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident in Holon

A woman around 60 years old died today after being hit by a passing car on Malacha Street in Holon. Rescue teams pronounced her dead at the scene due to severe injuries. ZAKA volu…

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Woman Dies After Being Hit by Vehicle in Holon

A 30-year-old woman was killed after being hit by a vehicle in the Premium Center in Holon. Emergency responders arrived and treated the victim, but she succumbed to her severe in…

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Woman Dies After Being Hit by Car in Holon; Driver Arrested

A pedestrian died Thursday evening after being struck by a private car on Hamlacha Street in Holon. Israeli police responded to the scene, and medical teams confirmed the pedestri…

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Israelis Embrace Shabbat Observance Following October 7 Attacks

Following the October 7 attacks, a growing number of Israelis, including survivors and hostage families, have embraced Shabbat observance as a source of spiritual strength. Exampl…

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Woman Dies After Being Hit by Car in Holon

A woman around 40 years old died Tuesday evening after being hit by a car on Malacha Street in Holon. Emergency services attempted resuscitation but pronounced her dead at the sce…

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Pedestrian Dies After Being Hit by Vehicle in Holon

A woman, around 40 years old, died Wednesday evening after being struck by a vehicle on Melacha Street in Holon. Paramedics performed resuscitation efforts but could not save her…

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Woman Dies After Being Hit by Car in Holon

A woman in her 40s died Tuesday evening after being hit by a car on Melacha Street in Holon. MDA paramedics performed resuscitation efforts but were unable to save her life. She s…

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Pedestrian Dies After Being Hit by Vehicle in Holon

A woman approximately 40 years old was killed Wednesday evening after being hit by a car in Holon. Paramedics attempted resuscitation but declared her dead at the scene due to sev…

Economy1d ago

Delek Motors Secures Kawasaki Motorcycle Dealership in Israel

Delek Motors has secured the Israeli franchise for Kawasaki motorcycles, marking a shift from long-time importer Metro Motor. The change follows a regulatory ruling by the Israel…

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State Seeks Harsher Sentence for Doctor Convicted of Patient Abuse

Israel's State Attorney's Office is seeking a harsher sentence for a former doctor, Levin, convicted of raping a patient's mother and sexually abusing two patients. The prosecutio…

Politics1d ago

Shas Leader Aryeh Deri To Remain in Post After Rabbis Reject Resignation

Aryeh Deri will remain chairman of the Shas party after its Council of Torah Sages rejected his resignation request following a poor election showing. The council stated Deri is e…

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Three Workers Injured in Separate Construction Accidents Across Israel

Three construction workers were seriously injured in Netivot on Wednesday evening after falling from a crane basket at a height of about 8 meters. Earlier that day, separate incid…

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Hapoel Holon Suspends Player Rivaldo Soares After Fan Incident

Hapoel Holon has suspended player Rivaldo Soares after he made a middle finger gesture towards fans during a game. Soares apologized for his actions, but the team's fan organizati…

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Iconic Israeli Seafood Restaurant Closes After 25 Years

The "Hazedef" seafood restaurant in Rishon LeZion will close on November 15th after 25 years of operation. Founded by Chef David Avital, the establishment was known for its fresh…

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ZAKA Reports Rise in 'Silent Deaths' Across Israel

Israel's ZAKA Search and Rescue service reports a surge in "silent deaths," with 213 cases in 2025 where individuals were found long after passing. The trend is most pronounced in…

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Tel Aviv Central Bus Station Ramps Slated for Demolition in Early 2027

Tel Aviv's Central Bus Station ramps will be demolished starting in early 2027 as part of a plan to eventually remove the entire station. The demolition is crucial for the NTA's P…

General2d ago

Three Injured in Three-Vehicle Collision in Bat Yam

Three people were injured in a three-vehicle crash on Anna Frank Street in Bat Yam. A 30-year-old woman was moderately injured, and two younger individuals were lightly injured. E…

Politics2d ago

Rabbi Lundin Predicts Political Stalemate to End in New Elections

Rabbi Hagai Lundin, Rosh Yeshiva of Holon, believes Israel's political stalemate will result in new elections. He dismissed the viability of a coalition with Arab parties, predict…

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Holon Municipality Sues Business for NIS 3 Million Over Illegal Workers

The Holon Municipality is suing a local car wash business and its owners for NIS 3 million, alleging repeated employment of undocumented workers. This unprecedented civil lawsuit…

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Israel Sees Rise in Unattended Deaths, Bodies Discovered After Significant Decomposition

Israel is experiencing a rise in "quiet deaths," where individuals die alone and are discovered only after significant decomposition. In 2025, 213 such cases were reported across…

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Maccabi Rishon LeZion Celebrates Major Win Over Hapoel Holon

Maccabi Rishon LeZion defeated Hapoel Holon 78-70, continuing a positive streak after a difficult season start. Player Yiftach Ziv impressed in his debut with 14 points and six as…

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Maccabi Rishon LeZion Celebrates Major Win Over Hapoel Holon

Maccabi Rishon LeZion defeated Hapoel Holon 78-70, continuing their positive season momentum. Player Yiftach Ziv impressed in his debut with 14 points and six assists, bolstering…

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Maccabi Rishon LeZion and Ness Ziona Secure Second Straight Wins

Maccabi Rishon LeZion and Ironi Ness Ziona both won their second consecutive games in the Israeli Winner League basketball season. Rishon LeZion defeated Holon 78-70, while Ness Z…

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Hapoel Be'er Sheva/Dimona Seeks First Win Against Maccabi Ashdod

Hapoel Be'er Sheva/Dimona, winless in the Winner League, will face Maccabi Ashdod on Thursday seeking their first victory of the season. The team has lost its first three games an…

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Hapoel Be'er Sheva/Dimona Seeks First Win of Season Against Maccabi Ashdod

Hapoel Be'er Sheva/Dimona, winless this season, will face Maccabi Ashdod on Thursday seeking their first victory. The team, coached by Doug Spradlin, has lost its first three game…

Economy3d ago

Luxury Senior Living Resort Opens in Israel With NIS 1 Billion Investment

Oranim Group has opened its new luxury senior living resort, SEA ONE, in Israel, with an investment of approximately NIS 1 billion. The facility offers high-end amenities and dire…

Sports4d ago·2 outlets

Ramat Gan Edges Karmiel in Dramatic Finish; Holon Dominates Petah Tikva

Maccabi Ironi Ramat Gan defeated Maccabi Karmiel Beit HaKerem 65-57 in a dramatic women's basketball league game, thanks to a late 9-0 run. In another match, Elitzur Holon easily…

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Noise Dispute Escalates to Stabbing Attempt in Holon; Suspect Indicted

A Holon resident in his 30s has been indicted for attempting to stab a contractor over noise from renovation work. The dispute escalated when the resident allegedly retrieved a kn…

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Elderly Man Found Dead in Holon Home After Days of No Contact

ZAKA volunteers found a man in his late 70s dead in his Holon home on Sunday night, days after family lost contact. The body was taken for forensic examination. A ZAKA official hi…

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Yiftach Ziv Signs With Maccabi Rishon LeZion After Release

Israeli basketball guard Yiftach Ziv, 31, signed with Maccabi Rishon LeZion until the end of the season after being released from Hapoel Tel Aviv. The deal is reportedly worth $15…

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Yiftach Ziv Signs With Maccabi Rishon LeZion After Release

Israeli basketball guard Yiftach Ziv, 31, signed a contract with Maccabi Rishon LeZion through the end of the season. He was released from Hapoel Tel Aviv two weeks prior and will…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Defeats Hapoel Rishon LeZion in Handball League

Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Hapoel Rishon LeZion 37-32 in the Winner Handball League, ending Hapoel's winning streak. Maccabi Rishon LeZion remained undefeated with a 36-27 win over…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Defeats Hapoel Rishon Le Zion in Handball League

Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Hapoel Rishon Le Zion 37-32 in the Winner Handball League, ending Hapoel's winning streak. League leaders Maccabi Rishon Le Zion remained undefeated by b…

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Defeats Hapoel Rishon LeZion in Handball League

Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Hapoel Rishon LeZion 37-32 in a key match of the seventh round of the Winner Handball League on Friday. League leaders Maccabi Rishon LeZion maintained t…

Culture6d ago

Religious Figures and Community Events Highlighted in Israeli News

A series of religious and community events were reported in Israel, including podcast interviews with rabbis discussing conversion, yeshiva life, and communal loss. Rabbi Yeruham…

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Drug-Resistant Candida Auris Fungus Spreading Globally, Posing Serious Threat

The drug-resistant fungus Candida auris is spreading globally, including in Israel, posing a life-threatening risk to severely ill patients. In the US, cases surged 50% in 2023, w…

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Holon Man Arrested for Alleged Dog Abuse

A man in his 40s was arrested in Holon on Wednesday for allegedly kicking his dog in the head and lifting it by the throat. Police intervened after receiving reports and took the…

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Israeli Police Arrest Four in Sextortion Ring After Internal Feud

Israeli police arrested four men for operating a sextortion ring that lured men via social media, assaulted them, and extorted hundreds of thousands of shekels. The suspects' inte…