Modi'in

Police Respond to Public Disturbance in Modi'in During Draft Dodger Arrest Attempt

Police in Modi'in are managing a public disturbance that occurred during a Military Police attempt to arrest a draft dodger. The incident has required a large police presence to r…

Kisu Restaurant Chain Opts for Private Investment Over Stock Exchange Listing

Asian restaurant chain Kisu has abandoned plans for a stock market IPO and will instead sell a 30-35% stake to investment fund Green Lantern for up to NIS 370 million. The deal va…

Yemenite Jewish Scholars Gather for Religious Celebration in Jerusalem

Hundreds of Yemenite Torah scholars gathered at the "Shuvi Nafshi" Yeshiva in Jerusalem for an annual religious celebration. The event included speeches by prominent rabbis and co…

Police Clash With Protesters in Jerusalem's Mea Shearim Over Palestinian Flags

Police clashed with dozens of residents in Jerusalem's Mea Shearim neighborhood overnight while removing Palestinian flags. Protesters threw stones at officers, who responded with…

Thousands Celebrate Sukkot with Rabbi Shlomo Yehuda Beri in Jerusalem

Thousands of people, including many prominent rabbis, attended a Sukkot celebration in Jerusalem with Rabbi Shlomo Yehuda Beri. Speakers praised Rabbi Beri's influence, comparing…

Israeli Radio Hosts Discuss Sukkot Showboating, Admission Committees, and Military Reserve Burden

Israeli radio hosts discussed the commercialization of Sukkot, controversial admission committees in Haredi buildings, the halachic debate over discarding kosher food, and the inc…

Border Guard Attacked by Hundreds in Modi'in Illit, Police Investigate

A Border Police officer was attacked by hundreds of individuals in Modi'in Illit while off-duty. The officer and his brother were assaulted, leading to a large disturbance. Police…

Egged Barred From Half-Billion Shekel Tender Amid Monopoly Concerns

Israel's largest public transport operator, Egged, has been definitively barred from a NIS 500 million annual tender for bus routes in the Hasmonean cluster due to monopoly restri…

Israeli Burger Chain Mi Ma Mu Expands With 8 New Branches

Israeli kosher burger chain Mi Ma Mu is expanding with 8 new branches, bringing its total to 12 by early 2027. The chain is investing 8 million shekels in its growth and highlight…

Israel Marks Three Years Since October 7 Massacre With National Day of Remembrance

Israel is observing October 5 as a national memorial day three years after the October 7 massacre, with state ceremonies at Mount Herzl and numerous events nationwide. Flags will…

Police Officer Caught on Camera Using Force Against Haredi Man in Modi'in Illit

A video captured a Border Police officer using excessive force against a Haredi man in Modi'in Illit during an unspecified disturbance. The incident is under review.

Court Allows Detainee Temporary Leave for Sister's Wedding

An Israeli court has allowed Tal Yinon Dardik, who is in detention protesting an administrative order, to attend his sister's wedding for a few hours. The decision overturned an i…

Philanthropist Celebrates Grandson's Birth With $2.7 Million Giveaway to Torah Scholars

Philanthropist Shlomo Yehuda Rechnitz is donating approximately 10 million shekels to thousands of Torah scholars to celebrate the birth of his grandson. The funds will be distrib…

Owner of Legendary 'Otzar HaSefarim' Bookstore, Dies at 93

Moshe Bernstein Appointed Director of Or Yehuda Psychological-Educational Service

Moshe Bernstein has been appointed the new director of the Psychological-Educational Service in Or Yehuda, replacing Dr. Ronit Geller. Bernstein brings extensive experience in edu…

Housing Market Misleads on Price Drops, Experts Say

Social media posts exaggerating apartment price drops in Israel are misleading, as initial asking prices were often inflated. While some discounts exist, they are typically single…

Zalman's Sausage Chain Founder Sells 50% Stake for $2 Million

The founder of the kosher sausage chain Zalman's has sold a 50% stake to Kamari Group for an estimated 7 million shekels. Kamari Group intends to expand the chain from 12 to 40 lo…

Court to Hear Appeal on Detainee's Bid to Attend Sister's Wedding

An Israeli court will hear an appeal from a detainee, Tal Yanun Dardik, who seeks to attend his sister's wedding. He is currently held under an administrative order and was denied…

Art and Education Intersect in New Exhibition Featuring Artist-Teachers

A new exhibition titled "The Spirit in the Material" at the Hasmonean Heritage Museum in Modi'in showcases the work of 19 artist-teachers. The exhibition explores the intersection…

Apartment Prices Near Ben Airport Show Stark 60% Disparity

Experts believe ongoing urban development in the cheaper areas could eventually narrow this gap.

Father Releases Harrowing Recording of Daughter Noa Marciano From Hamas Captivity

Avi Marciano released a recording of his daughter, Noa Marciano, taken four days into her Hamas captivity before she was murdered. The recording shows her pleading for the bombing…

Son of Well-Known Singer Charged with Drug Possession

The son of a famous singer, a 28-year-old from Modi'in, faces drug possession charges. His identity is currently protected by a gag order as a legal indictment has been filed agai…

Haredi Man Recounts 12-Year Mental Health Struggle, Becomes Advocate

Duvid Lubin, a Haredi man, details his 12-year struggle with mental illness, including hospitalizations and a schizophrenia diagnosis, which began after a recruitment error. He ha…

Three Years After October 7th, Author Reflects on Fragility and Resilience

Author Marcel Mousari reflects on the lasting trauma and fragility in Israel three years after the October 7th massacre, triggered by a recent drive on Highway 443. She acknowledg…

Adham Hadia Appointed Coach of Maccabi Ahi Nazareth Amid Record Departures

Adham Hadia has been appointed the new coach of Maccabi Ahi Nazareth, replacing Alaa Saayeg. This marks a record five coaching changes in the National League after only eight roun…

Adham Hadia Appointed Coach of Maccabi Ahi Nazareth

Adham Hadia has been appointed the new coach of Maccabi Ahi Nazareth, replacing Alaa Saayeg who was fired after a recent loss. This marks a record number of coaching changes in th…

Israeli Ambassador to US Shares Update on Son Injured in Terror Attack

Israel's Ambassador to the US, Yechiel Leiter, provided an update on his son Neriah, who is in critical condition after a car-ramming attack. The ambassador thanked the public for…

Hundreds of Yeshiva Students Gather for Study and Rabbinic Greetings in Modi'in Illit

Hundreds of yeshiva students attended a study session and rabbinic greetings event in Modi'in Illit during the Passover holiday, led by Rabbi Shlomo Yedidya Zafraani.

Israel Holds Nationwide 'Hakafot Shniyot' Celebrations

Israel is celebrating "Hakafot Shniyot" (second circuits) nationwide following the Sukkot holiday. Numerous events are taking place in synagogues, yeshivas, and community centers…

Israeli Hiker Missing in Greece for 12 Days, Family Launches Urgent Fundraising Campaign

Ami Yogev, an Israeli hiker, has been missing in Greece for 12 days near Mount Olympus. Search efforts are ongoing but face financial challenges, prompting his family to launch an…

Shoham Gat Returns to Bnei Herzliya on Short-Term Contract

Bnei Herzliya has signed guard Shoham Gat on a temporary contract due to an injury to Amit Menachem. Gat, a former youth player for the club, expressed excitement about returning…

Israeli Resilience and Divine Intervention Averted Major Disaster

A major disaster, potentially comparable to the Simchat Torah attacks, was averted through Israeli bravery and perceived divine intervention. The event, occurring during Sukkot pr…

Suspicious Object With Hamas Flag Near Talmon Identified as Dummy Explosive

A suspicious object with a Hamas flag near Talmon in the Benjamin region was found to be a dummy explosive. Security forces secured the area, reopened a blocked road, and urged th…

Holiday Schedule for Simchat Torah 5787 (2026) Released

Holiday times for Simchat Torah 5787 (2026) have been released for various Israeli cities, detailing when the holiday begins and ends.

Car Thefts Decline Overall, But Q3 Sees Uptick, Worrying Drivers

Car thefts in Israel have fallen 20% year-to-date, but a Q3 increase is concerning. SUVs are most targeted, and OBD-II port hacking is the dominant theft method, with Gush Dan bei…

Nebius Acquires Israeli AI Startup Inferize for Up to $150 Million

Nebius has acquired Israeli AI startup Inferize for an estimated $100-$150 million, just eight months after its founding. Inferize's technology optimizes AI model inference, and i…

New Trail to Connect Ultra-Orthodox City with Benjamin Region

A new walking trail, "Shvil Ha'Maayanot," is planned to connect Modi'in Illit with the Benjamin region. The announcement comes alongside the groundbreaking for a new neighborhood…

Youth Violence Against Bus Drivers Erupts in Jerusalem, Sparks Strike

Teenagers launched a series of violent attacks against public bus drivers in Jerusalem on Wednesday, including vandalism and physical assaults, prompting a two-hour work stoppage…

Nebius Eyes Another Israeli Acquisition Amid Aggressive Expansion

Cloud computing company Nebius is reportedly considering acquiring an Israeli software firm for up to $150 million, following its recent acquisition of Tavily and ongoing expansio…

Azrieli Group Launches New Senior Living Facility in Rishon LeZion

The Azrieli Group has launched a new senior living facility, Palace Rishon LeZion, representing an investment of approximately 590 million shekels. The facility adds 274 units to…

Four Percent of Stolen Cars in Israel Re-Stolen This Year

A study by Ituran found that 4% of vehicles stolen in Israel during the first three quarters of 2026 were stolen more than once. The report detailed common theft methods, regional…

Yohananof Completes Real Estate Separation to Separate Entity

Israeli supermarket chain Yohananof has transferred 14 real estate properties valued at 1.1 billion shekels to a new subsidiary, M.G.L. Kochav Modi'in, as part of a plan to separa…

Declutter Your Kitchen: Minimalist Design Trends for Modern Homes

A minimalist kitchen design trend emphasizes clear countertops by utilizing 'Appliance Garages' for hidden storage and multi-functional devices like the Quooker tap. Innovative so…

Soldier Jailed 20 Days for Protesting Administrative Order Against Settler

An Israeli soldier was sentenced to 20 days in military prison for protesting administrative sanctions against settler Tal Yinon Dardik outside IDF Central Command headquarters. T…

Ultra-Orthodox Families Establish New Settlements in West Bank

Ultra-Orthodox families are establishing new, sparsely developed communities in the West Bank, driven by both ideological motivations and the need for affordable housing. These se…

Son of Well-Known Singer Arrested for Drug Trafficking; Customers Confirm Purchases

The son of a well-known Israeli singer was arrested with over a kilogram of cannabis and is suspected of drug trafficking. At least four customers have confirmed purchasing drugs…

Ultra-Orthodox Women Increasingly Taking the Wheel as Driving Instructors

An increasing number of ultra-Orthodox women are becoming driving instructors due to rising demand and the need for personal transportation. Specialized training programs are emer…

Israelis Hold Holiday Prayer Near Betunia After Reservist's Arrest

Dozens of Israelis held a holiday prayer service near Betunia, one month after a reservist soldier was arrested by Palestinian police. The event protested the arrest and called fo…