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Flydubai Extends Flight Cancellations Between Israel and Dubai Through October

Flydubai has extended its suspension of flights between Tel Aviv and Dubai until October 31 due to an investigation into an attempted terror attack. Passengers can rebook flights…

Politics10m ago·2 outlets

Judge Orders Minister Ben-Gvir to Remove Prison Visit Video

The Chairman of the Central Elections Committee, Judge Noam Sohlberg, ordered Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir to immediately remove a video of a prison visit. The or…

Security12m ago

Man Indicted for Brutal Assault Hours After Release From Custody

A 25-year-old man from Bnei Brak faces charges for a brutal assault on his girlfriend, occurring mere hours after his release from custody for a prior attack. The indictment detai…

Economy13m ago

Court Rejects Claim for Three Apartments in Real Estate Dispute

The Tel Aviv District Court rejected Shulman Holdings' claim for three apartments from Bir Galub, ruling no binding contract existed. The court found only preliminary understandin…

Culture13m ago·2 outlets

Top Rabbi Sternbuch Rejects 'Ba'alei Teshuvah' Label, Calls It 'Insolence'

Rabbi Moshe Sternbuch, a leading Halachic decisor, declared that the term 'Ba'alei Teshuvah' is inappropriate and divisive. During a meeting with Rabbi Yaakov David Nakash of Mexi…

Economy14m ago·2 outlets

G City Joins Trend, Will Install Energy Storage Systems at Israeli Properties

G City will install energy storage systems at 10 of its Israeli properties in cooperation with AGEERA, aiming to reduce its significant electricity expenses. The first system, wit…

Security17m ago·1 outlets

Tel Aviv Man Indicted for Murder and Attempted Cover-Up

Mohammad Zeitounia, 22, has been indicted for murder and injuring two others in Tel Aviv about six weeks ago. Prosecutors allege Zeitounia arranged a meeting, shot Mohammad Ahmed…

Security17m ago·3 outlets

Thousands of Messages Allegedly Belonging to Netanyahu Advisor Leaked Online

Thousands of WhatsApp messages, allegedly belonging to Yonatan Urich, an advisor to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, have been leaked online. The authenticity of the messages, w…

Culture19m ago

i24NEWS Launches Interactive Billboard in Tel Aviv

i24NEWS has launched Israel's first interactive billboard in Tel Aviv, allowing passersby to display their selfies on the screen. The campaign, running October 11-12, is part of a…

Sports26m ago·2 outlets

Maccabi Guard Lundberg Calls Meeting on Returning Games to Israel 'Successful'

Maccabi Tel Aviv guard Ife Lundberg called a meeting with Israeli Minister of Sports Miki Zohar and other players a "great meeting" aimed at returning international basketball gam…

Sports26m ago2·10 outlets

Eli Dasa Chose Maccabi Haifa Over Maccabi Tel Aviv After Failed Talks

Eli Dasa chose to join Maccabi Haifa this summer after professional director told him Maccabi Tel Aviv could not afford him due to budget limitations. Dasa had initially hoped to…

Security28m ago

Flydubai Hijacker Radicalized at Melbourne Mosque, Investigation Finds

A 29-year-old Omani man, Humam al-Hammami, accused of attempting to hijack a Flydubai flight and attack Ben Gurion Airport, was radicalized in Melbourne in 2017. Investigations by…

Security29m ago

Child Injured in Harish Vehicle Collision

A seven-year-old boy was moderately injured after being hit by a car on Tsalon Street in Harish on Sunday afternoon. MDA paramedics treated the child at the scene for facial and c…

Security29m ago

Cyclist Injured in Tel Aviv Collision

A man in his 40s was moderately injured in Tel Aviv on Tuesday when his electric bicycle was hit by a car. Paramedics treated the cyclist at the scene for multiple injuries before…

Sports30m ago

Eli Dasa's Summer Transfer Talks With Maccabi Tel Aviv Revealed

Footballer Eli Dasa explored a return to Maccabi Tel Aviv this past summer but no formal negotiations took place due to budget constraints. The club instead signed James Tavernier…

Culture32m ago·6 outlets

Israel's First Fashion Museum to Open in Tel Aviv in 2027

Israel's first fashion museum, "Fashion Museum Tel Aviv," will open in early 2027 at the Azrieli Sarona complex in Tel Aviv. Developed over three years by the Azrieli Group and fa…

Health32m ago

Israeli Startup Phantom GI Develops Minimally Invasive Stoma Procedure

Israeli startup Phantom GI has created the PercStoma device, a new technology that allows for the creation and closure of intestinal stomas through a minimally invasive outpatient…

Economy35m ago

Court Overturns Unemployment Agency Decision for Woman Denied Benefits Due to System Error

The Regional Labor Court in Tel Aviv ruled in favor of a job seeker denied unemployment benefits due to a malfunctioning check-in device at the Petah Tikva employment office in De…

Politics38m ago

Israeli Women Demand Concrete Action on Equality Ahead of Elections

Israeli women's organizations are demanding concrete policy commitments on gender equality from political parties ahead of the October 27 election. A WIZO survey found 54% of wome…

Culture39m ago

Ninet Tayeb Recalls 90s Vibe From Random Street Music

Israeli singer Ninet Tayeb was surprised by loud rock music playing from a random building while walking on a city street. She shared a video on Instagram, expressing delight at t…

General41m ago

Five Surprising Facts About Hostage Survivor Avinatan Or

Avinatan Or, a prominent symbol of the war and a Nova festival hostage, survived 738 days in Hamas tunnels. His name holds deep meaning, and he is also a talented baker and carpen…

Security48m ago·1 outlets

Haifa Man Undergoes Emergency Surgery After Dog Attack in Eilat

A 70-year-old Haifa resident named Gandi was seriously injured and underwent emergency surgery for a complex arm fracture after a large dog attacked him outside his hotel in Eilat…

Culture49m ago·2 outlets

Noa Kirel's Argentine Series Hits No. 2 on Amazon Prime Video

Israeli singer and actress Noa Kirel's new telenovela, "Mírame Así, El Camino de Noa," reached second place in viewership on Amazon Prime Video in Argentina within a day of its re…

Politics54m ago4·2 outlets

Ex-AG Mandelblit Disputes His Own Memo in Netanyahu Trial

Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit testified in the Benjamin Netanyahu corruption trial, admitting that a memo he submitted to the court contained an inaccurate authorizat…

Culture56m ago

Renewed Separate Beach at Dead Sea Reopens After Upgrades

A renovated separate beach at the Dead Sea, catering to religious bathers, reopened Sunday after upgrades to its facilities. Government officials and rabbis attended the ceremony…

Economy57m ago·10 outlets

Israeli Bank ONE ZERO Cuts 10% of Staff Amid AI Integration

Israeli digital bank ONE ZERO is laying off about 10% of its staff, citing the integration of artificial intelligence and operational restructuring. CEO Eyal Gafni stated that AI…

Tech58m ago

Elon Musk's SpaceX Aims to Disrupt Global Telecom With Satellite Mobile Service

Elon Musk's SpaceX is set to launch a global mobile service, Starlink Mobile, by acquiring $8 billion in radio frequencies and gaining approval for 15,000 satellites. This move ai…

Security58m ago·3 outlets

Personal Chats of Netanyahu Advisor Leaked; Hackers Threaten More Disclosures

Personal communications of Yonatan Urich, an advisor to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, were leaked on Sunday via Telegram and WhatsApp groups. Hackers have threatened to relea…

Security1h ago

Rock Throwing on Ayalon Highway Sparks Outrage and Media Criticism

An individual threw rocks from a bridge onto the Ayalon Highway in central Israel on Sunday morning, hitting several cars traveling at high speed. The suspect fled the scene, and…

Security1h ago

Shin Bet to Launch Islamic Studies Program Following Oct. 7 Failures

The Shin Bet is establishing a new Islamic studies program to address intelligence failures related to Hamas's ideology and religious extremism, identified after the October 7th a…

Politics1h ago

Arab World Divided on October 7 Attack, New Study Reveals

A study by "Psychological Warfare" reveals a divided Arab world regarding the October 7 Hamas attack. While Hamas maintains it was a victory, many Palestinians now question its be…

Health1h ago·4 outlets

Professor Yitzhak Berlovich, Former Health Ministry Official and Hospital CEO, Dies at 77

Professor Yitzhak (Berlo) Berlovich, a prominent figure in Israel's healthcare system, passed away at 77. He served as CEO of Wolfson Medical Center and Deputy Director-General of…

Security1h ago

Israeli Pager Operation Undermined Hezbollah's Image of Invincibility

An Israeli operation using specially designed pagers detonated on September 17, 2024, killing dozens and wounding thousands within Hezbollah, shattering the image of invincibility…

Security1h ago

Israel Rebuilds Gaza Border Roads Amid Funding Gaps for Northern Front

Israel's Netivei Israel company has completed significant road repairs and infrastructure improvements in the Gaza border region following the October 7th attacks, investing appro…

Culture1h ago3

Burger Market Chain Offers Unconventional Toppings Like Marshmallows and Bambas

Israeli burger chain Burger Market is serving unconventional toppings like melted marshmallows and Bamba. The chain, with five branches, offers these unique additions for a fee, a…

General1h ago·11 outlets

Air Haifa Launches Flights from Ben Airport to Eilat

Sales for the route, which will operate from Terminal 1 using ATR 72-600 aircraft, begin Sunday. The flights will take approximately one hour each way. The airline aims to offer s…

General1h ago

New Toyota Hilux Gets Updated Cabin and Enhanced Safety Systems

Toyota's ninth-generation Hilux pickup truck has been launched with a redesigned interior, enhanced safety features, and improved comfort, while retaining its core work and off-ro…

Economy1h ago·7 outlets

US Buyer Purchases Tel Aviv Penthouse for $15 Million

An American Jewish buyer acquired a penthouse in Tel Aviv's Infinity Tower for NIS 55.5 million, with occupancy slated for early 2027. The luxury apartment spans two floors and in…

Security1h ago

Drone Strike Hits Village in Southern Lebanon

A drone strike reportedly hit the village of Al-Nabatieh al-Fawqa in southern Lebanon. Lebanese sources confirmed the incident, though further details were not immediately provide…

Economy1h ago·21 outlets

Food Prices in Israel Jump Nearly 20% in Four Years, Study Finds

A Tel Aviv University study found that the price of common grocery items in Israeli online supermarkets increased by 19% in the last four years, a significant acceleration from th…

Security1h ago·5 outlets

Rocks Thrown at Cars on Ayalon Highway in Tel Aviv, Driver Reports

Police are investigating an incident where stones were thrown from a pedestrian bridge onto cars on Tel Aviv's Ayalon Highway on Sunday, October 11. No one was injured, but severa…

Culture1h ago

Gad Elbaz Releases New Single "Hagel Na"

Israeli singer Gad Elbaz has released a new single called "Hagel Na." The song's lyrics are derived from Jewish sources and the melody was composed by Yohanan Gordon. Gad Elbaz co…

Security1h ago

Yesha Council Head Criticizes Media Double Standard on Stone Throwing

Yisrael Gantz, Chairman of the Yesha Council, condemned stone-throwing on the Ayalon Highway and called for equal law enforcement. He criticized media coverage for treating stone-…

Politics1h ago

Am Israel Party Won't Rely on Goldknopf for Coalition

The statement was made at a youth conference in Jerusalem, where Ezra also deflected accusations of joining Benjamin Netanyahu.

Politics1h ago

Israel Braces for Election Campaign, International Tensions, and Cultural Comebacks

Israel faces a week of intense political activity ahead of elections in 16 days, with parties forging alliances and strategies. The testimony of former Attorney General Avichai Ma…

Sports1h ago·2 outlets

Hapoel Be'er Sheva/Dimona Opens Basketball Season After Tumultuous Summer

Hapoel Be'er Sheva/Dimona will open its 2026/27 basketball season Tuesday against Hapoel Tel Aviv after a summer of financial uncertainty and delayed preparations. Coach Doug Spra…

World1h ago

Five Injured in Jerusalem Minibus and Car Collision

Five people were lightly to moderately injured in Jerusalem when a minibus collided with two other vehicles on Ben Tzvi Street. Two individuals, a man and a woman, were taken to S…

Economy1h ago·3 outlets

Israeli Firms Launch Major 60 Million Euro Energy Storage Project in Bulgaria

Israeli companies Kelulmobil Energy and Tamanat Energy have launched their first major energy project in Lambrenovo, Bulgaria, a 60 million euro battery storage facility. The 150…