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Rashida Tlaib Urges Michigan Governor to Block Israeli Defense Firm's Facility

U.S. Representative Rashida Tlaib is urging Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer to block the opening of a new facility by Israeli defense firm Capture Group Inc. in Sterling Height…

Culture8m ago

Veteran Israeli Broadcaster Dan Shilon Regrets Not Promoting Women in Media

Veteran Israeli broadcaster Dan Shilon confessed on a podcast that his biggest regret is not promoting women into leadership roles in media during his career. He also recently cri…

Sports10m ago

EuroLeague Expansion Decision Looms for Hapoel Tel Aviv, Jerusalem

The EuroLeague's 13 founding members will decide today on expanding the league and introducing a franchise model, potentially offering new licenses to clubs like Hapoel Tel Aviv a…

Security12m ago

Dutch City Refuses Entry to Israeli Soccer Fans Over Security Concerns

The Dutch city of Alkmaar has banned Israeli soccer fans from attending an upcoming Europa League match due to security concerns, citing a high risk of violence and disturbances…

Economy14m ago

Fidelity Sells $350 Million Stake in Israeli Camera Firm Next Vision

Fidelity has sold a significant portion of its stake in Israeli camera company Next Vision for approximately $350 million. The sale was reportedly a technical move by a fund withi…

Weather15m ago

Autumn Weather Brings Rain, Then Rising Temperatures

Autumn weather is expected to bring scattered rain and thunderstorms on Tuesday, followed by a significant drop in temperatures. The forecast then shifts to rising temperatures th…

Security21m ago2

Iran Accused of Drone Plot Targeting US Bombers at UK Base

The U.S. removed B-1 bombers from a UK base due to intelligence about an Iranian drone plot. Officials cited by The New York Times indicated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps…

Security24m ago

FlyDubai Pilot's Attack Linked to Gaza War, No Accomplices Found

An investigation into an attempted terror attack on a FlyDubai flight to Tel Aviv reveals the co-pilot, Hamam Al-Hammami, claimed revenge for Gaza as his motive. While no accompli…

Economy27m ago

Israel's 'Roof Agreements' for Housing Show Mixed Results

Israel's "roof agreements" for housing development have included nearly 600,000 units, but less than half have been marketed by the end of 2025. While some cities show high succes…

Politics29m ago

Israeli Municipalities Revive Construction Easing Policies

Several Israeli municipalities are reintroducing construction easing policies, previously abolished in 2025, by creating pre-approved plans. These plans aim to allow for increased…

Economy31m ago

Investment Director Who Recommended Tel Aviv Shifts Focus to US Market

Investment director Shmuel Ben Aryeh has shifted his portfolio allocation from Israel to the U.S., citing high valuations in Israel and the strength of the American economy. He re…

Economy32m ago

Kfar Saba TAMA 38 Project Buyers Seek Insolvency Proceedings

Apartment buyers in Kfar Saba's unfinished TAMA 38 project have asked a court to initiate insolvency proceedings against the developer and guarantors, citing project delays and si…

Economy33m ago

Defense Firm Owner Sells Shares at Peak, Institutional Investors Lose Quarter Billion Shekels

Arit Industries' stock has fallen dramatically, causing institutional investors who bought shares from controlling shareholder Zvi Levi at the peak to lose an estimated 245 millio…

Security33m ago

Netanyahu Taps National Security Council to Review Flight Security Failures

Prime Minister Netanyahu has assigned the National Security Council to investigate flight security issues, a body that had previously reviewed the matter without successful implem…

Weather33m ago

Autumn Arrives: Israel Sees Cooler Temperatures and Localized Rain

Israel is experiencing cooler autumn weather with temperatures below average for the season and localized rain showers expected across the country, particularly in the south and e…

Economy34m ago

Chilean Investor Sells Smart Shooter Stake for $15 Million After Major Contract Win

Alejandro (Alexander) Weinstein, an early investor in Israeli drone interception firm Smart Shooter, sold his remaining shares for approximately $15 million following a major cont…

Economy34m ago

Bezeq Poised to Merge with Yes, Shake Up Telecom Market

Bezeq is nearing a merger with Yes after two decades of separation, potentially allowing Bezeq to offer TV services and improve profits. The government is considering lifting stru…

Economy34m ago

One in Five Israeli Youth Lag Behind in Work, Study, or Training

One in five young Israelis aged 18-24 are not engaged in work, study, or training, a situation exacerbated by uncertainty about the future impact of AI and career choices. Experts…

Health34m ago

Two Women Launch Innovative Mental Health Program Amidst War

Two women, Daphna Ibcher and Dr. Ariel Lehman, have established an innovative program at Sheba Medical Center to train therapists in PTSD treatment, addressing a critical mental h…

Economy34m ago

Israel Allocates 40 Million Shekels to War-Affected Institutions

Israel's Ministry of Finance is launching a 40 million shekel aid program for institutions affected by the war, with applications open until October 18. This is part of broader fi…

Health34m ago

Israeli Mental Health: More Anxiety, More Hope During Crises

A Ben-Gurion University study found Israelis experienced more anxiety but also more hope during the October 7th war than during the COVID-19 pandemic. The research highlights the…

Security34m ago

Israel Establishes 'Safe Houses' for Combat Trauma Victims

Israel's Ministry of Defense has opened five "safe houses" nationwide to provide immediate, voluntary support for combat trauma victims. These facilities offer an alternative to p…

Culture34m ago

Ramat Gan's Bialik Street Transforms into Vibrant Urban Hub

Bialik Street in Ramat Gan is transforming into a vibrant urban center with a surge in cafes, bars, and a younger population, attracting visitors from across Israel. This revitali…

Security34m ago

Author Questions Timing of Warnings Ahead of October 7th

Columnist Zalman Shoval questions the timing of alleged warnings about the October 7th attacks, suggesting they were strategically released on the eve of elections after three yea…

Security34m ago

Somaliland Seeks Israeli Air Defense Amid Turkish Presence

Somaliland is seeking Israeli air defense systems and security aid due to concerns about Turkey's growing influence in Somalia. The request suggests Somaliland's primary regional…

Politics34m ago

Israeli Politics Mirrors US Identity Struggles, Shifting Away From Traditional Left-Right Divide

Israeli politics is increasingly defined by identity and cultural conflicts rather than traditional left-right economic divides, mirroring trends in the United States. This shift…

Politics34m ago

Netanyahu's Opposition is His Greatest Gift, Analyst Argues

An Israeli political analyst argues that the opposition's lack of strategy allows Prime Minister Netanyahu to dominate the political narrative, leading to a projected electoral ti…

Politics34m ago

Vinter's Party Open to Unity Government With Eisenkot, Lieberman

Ofer Vinter's "Am Israel" party is open to a unity government with Benjamin Netanyahu, Gadi Eisenkot, and Avigdor Lieberman, provided a "Servicemembers Law" is passed. The party w…

Politics34m ago

Attorney Proposes Resuming TV Debates to Counter Fake News

Attorney Yaakov Pelheimer advocates for the return of televised debates between Israeli prime ministerial candidates, a practice absent since 1999. He argues that such debates, ak…

Economy35m ago

Kia Picanto Faces Market Void, New Engine, and High Price

The Kia Picanto is now Israel's primary new small car option following market contraction, featuring a new, less powerful engine and a price tag around 100,000 shekels. Its automa…

Politics35m ago

David Ellison Merges Warner Bros. and Paramount, Creates Skydance Media Empire

Producer David Ellison is finalizing the merger of Warner Bros. and Paramount Pictures, creating a new media empire named Skydance. The conglomerate, financed by his father Larry…

Economy37m ago

Israel's Treasury Proposes New Taxes to Counter AI's Economic Impact

Israel's Ministry of Finance is proposing new taxes, including a property tax on vacant land and a "Netflix tax" on digital services, to offset potential revenue losses from artif…

Security39m ago

Israel Must Prepare for All Threats, Even Unimaginable Ones

An editorial argues that Israel must lower its tolerance for catastrophic vulnerabilities following the October 7 massacre and a recent near-disaster on a flydubai flight. The IDF…

Security41m ago

IDF Reserve Chief Warns of Strain, Shortage of Combat Troops

IDF chief reserve officer Benny Ben Ari warned of immense strain on Israel's expanded reserve force, which has grown by over 130,000 personnel since October 7th. Despite support s…

Weather42m ago

Israel Weather Forecast: Cooler Temperatures and Scattered Showers Expected

Israel's Meteorological Service predicts cooler temperatures and scattered showers across the country starting Tuesday, October 6. The weather will remain similar through Wednesda…

Politics44m ago

Debate Should Be Insisted Upon As Election Becomes TV Event

Televised debates between prime ministerial candidates are argued to be in the public interest for voters, despite the claim that Israeli voting is tribal and unaffected by such e…

Security47m ago

Gafen Plains Residents Still Haunted by October 7 Massacre

Three years after the October 7th massacre, residents of Gafen Plains, the only massacre site not evacuated, are still dealing with the trauma and lingering physical reminders. Th…

World55m ago

Israel Debates How to Commemorate October 7th

Israel faces internal disputes over how to establish a national memorial for the October 7th attacks, with disagreements between government ministries and local communities regard…

Politics1h ago

Berlin Mayor Vows to Protect Jews and Israelis Amid Political Uncertainty

Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner vowed to protect Jewish and Israeli residents and institutions amidst political uncertainty following recent elections. His statements come as the far-left…

Economy1h ago

Barak Abramov Sells Pizza Chain Amid Japenica Violence

Barak Abramov has sold his pizza chain amid a series of violent attacks on his other restaurant chain, Japenica. The sale to Gilead and Ben Baruchin's company includes plans to ex…

Security1h ago

Israeli Airlines Use Leased Foreign Planes and Crews, Raising Security Concerns

Most flights by Israeli airlines Arkia and Israir are conducted using "wet-leased" foreign aircraft and crews, bypassing some Israeli security checks. The arrangement, approved by…

Security1h ago

Antisemitic Conspiracy Theories Erupt After Attempted Flydubai Hijacking

Antisemitic conspiracy theories spread rapidly on social media following an attempted hijacking of a flydubai flight to Tel Aviv. Experts attribute the phenomenon to information g…

Security1h ago

Israel's Washington Embassy Marks 3 Years Since Oct. 7 With 'Heroes' Ceremony

Israel's Embassy in Washington hosted a memorial event marking three years since the October 7th attacks. The ceremony featured speeches on bravery and sacrifice, prayers for the…

Politics1h ago·8 outlets

Top Lithuanian Ultra-Orthodox Rabbi Criticizes Religious Zionism and Israel's Existence

Rabbi Dov Lando, a prominent ultra-Orthodox leader, has criticized religious Zionism, the State of Israel, and secular Israeli society. He questioned the necessity of Israel's exi…

Security2h ago2·2 outlets

Hostage Avinatan Or Details Daring Escape Attempt From Gaza

Former Israeli hostage Avinatan Or described his six-month solo escape attempt from Gaza using improvised tools and his engineering background. He also explained his support for h…

Culture2h ago

Tzvika Hadar Recounts Life-Altering Anxiety Attack After October 7th

Israeli entertainer Tzvika Hadar described experiencing a severe anxiety attack following the October 7th massacre, rendering him unable to perform. He found a new purpose assisti…

Security2h ago·1 outlets

Nova Festival Survivor Recounts Harrowing Ordeal and Lingering Trauma

A former police officer, Yamit, recounts her survival of the October 7th Nova festival attack, detailing her severe injuries and the ongoing psychological trauma. She describes th…

Security2h ago

US Universities Urged to Protect Oct. 7 Remembrance Events

The Israeli American Council (IAC) has requested US universities ensure the safety of students during October 7th remembrance events, citing concerns over planned protests. The or…