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Former IDF Chief of Staff Dan Halutz compared Israeli rabbis to Iran's ayatollahs in a podcast interview, sparking backlash. United Torah Judaism Chairman MK Yaakov Asher responde…
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The leader of the Gur Hasidic dynasty, Rabbi Yaakov Aryeh Alter, 87, began a series of planned dialysis treatments at Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital in Jerusalem on Sunday. He was ac…
Asher Grunis, chairman of the state commission investigating submarine sales, resigned Friday due to health issues. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to testify next…
United Torah Judaism has revealed its candidate list for the 26th Knesset, led by Yaakov Asher. The list unites the Degel HaTorah and Agudat Yisrael factions. Several other partie…
Over 100 Israeli economists and former officials have criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plan to counter potential sanctions, warning it would cause severe economic da…
A new Haredi political party, "HaTzibur HaCharedi," has revealed its candidate list for the 26th Knesset elections scheduled for 2026. The party's list features several names, inc…
Businessman Tom Livneh, a potential investor in Maccabi Haifa, dreams of fan ownership for the club. Owner Yaakov Shahar is reportedly selling the team for $100 million, seeking c…
An analysis of Israeli political parties' platforms reveals varied approaches to improving public services, with many lacking concrete funding plans. Parties like Yisrael, the Dem…
Israeli political parties have presented varied plans to improve public services, with experts scrutinizing their feasibility. Yisrael proposes management reforms and service impr…
The Grand Rabbi of Gur will begin dialysis treatments at Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital in Jerusalem. His four sons held a prayer service for his recovery. The public has been urged…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu proposed using cryptocurrency to shield the national economy from sanctions, drawing sharp criticism from economists and political rivals…
The Supreme Court dismissed lawyer Moshe Weinberg's appeal regarding a Tel Aviv building deal, calling it "frivolous" and ordering him to pay 40,000 shekels in costs. This follows…
Retired Supreme Court President Asher Grunis resigned as chairman of the state commission investigating the naval vessel and submarine procurement affair due to medical reasons. S…
Former Supreme Court President Aharon Barak resigned from the state inquiry committee into the submarine affair due to medical reasons. Zvi Zylbertal, a fellow committee member an…
Former Supreme Court President Aharon Barak resigned as head of the state commission of inquiry into the submarine affair due to medical reasons. Current Supreme Court President Y…
More than 100 Israeli economists warned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that his policies risk economic catastrophe and international financial isolation. The economists are con…
The SHEMO pastry chain, led by Miki Shemo, has opened two new branches in northern Israel as part of a national expansion strategy. This growth has been bolstered since September…
Rabbi Yaakov Chaim Miller has launched a new Haredi political party, 'Black Color,' to advocate for the protection of Torah study and oppose mandatory military service quotas. The…
Asher claimed Smotrich's appointment as finance minister was due to Haredi backing and that Smotrich advanced his own agenda while Haredi parties compromised. The dispute follows…
Extremists violently disrupted a Shas movement rally in Modi'in Illit on Saturday night, smashing windows and deploying tear gas that lightly injured three people. MK Yonatan Mash…
Transportation Minister Miri Regev's tenure has seen road deaths reach a 20-year high, leading to Israel's suspension from the European Transport Safety Council. Numerous promised…
An ATV overturned on Avshalom Road in Zichron Yaakov on Tuesday, injuring two people. A man in his 30s sustained moderate head injuries, while another person was lightly injured…
The Haredi political party 'Green Leaf' has released a new video criticizing the government's handling of military conscription for Haredi men. Party Chairman Yaakov Chaim Miller…
Professor Asher Cohen asserts that the "Largest Party" campaign slogan is misleading, as historical precedent shows the number of recommendations to the president, not party size…
Israeli party leaders are making their final appeals to voters ahead of the upcoming election, each presenting their vision for the country. Key figures like Benjamin Netanyahu, G…
Rabbi Avraham Wasserman warns against Jewish political groups seeking assistance from non-Jewish entities to resolve internal disputes, citing historical and biblical examples. He…
Experts are divided on whether Israel should prioritize military strength or expand regional alliances for its security. Dr. Avner Golov of MIND Israel proposes a "Delhi-Delphi ax…
More than 100 Israeli economists, business leaders, and public officials are warning that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's reported cryptocurrency plan could cause "enormous an…
Yair Golan, chairman of the Democrats party, defended his controversial remarks about Channel 14, calling for its closure during a TV interview on Saturday. He also stated his int…
Israeli party leaders are making final appeals to voters two days before the 26th Knesset elections. Gadi Eisenkot of Yamina is campaigning on unity and Zionism, while Prime Minis…
Real estate firm Weybox has had a major development deal in Tel Aviv's Florentin neighborhood canceled by landowners, who are demanding at least 30 million shekels in damages. The…
Rabbi Mordechai Galai, a leading Israeli expert in kosher ritual slaughter and inspection, died at the age of 70s in Bnei Brak after a serious illness. He served for decades in se…
Yochanan Ben-Yaakov described his emotional return to Kfar Etzion, a settlement he left as a child, as part of a heritage project. His memories were based on stories and photos, m…
Rabbi A. Salim is visiting rabbis who oppose elections, warning them against violating a biblical commandment. Following this, Rabbi Yaakov Chaim Sofer, who previously opposed ele…
Rabbi Abraham Saliem has been urging rabbis to support election participation due to perceived dangers to yeshiva students. Rabbi Yaakov Chaim Sofer, previously opposed to voting…
With Israeli election polls banned, online betting markets on platforms like Polymarket are seeing increased activity. Haaretz correspondent Omer Ben Yaakov discusses the impact o…
Rabbi Yehuda Hayek, a 57-year-old community leader, author, and outreach figure from Katzrin, passed away suddenly on Shabbat. Known for his lectures, book "Ritzua Me'Yehuda," and…
The Israeli "Ketav Club," a spoken word competition founded by Michal Tzur and Yael Biagon-Citron, is celebrating its tenth anniversary. Participants battle with opposing words fo…
IDF veterans are recounting the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Mitla Pass during Operation Kadesh in the Sinai. The battle, marked by intense fighting and heavy casualties on b…
Channel 14 commentator Tamir Morag is suing mako and Channel 16 reporter Shai Levi for NIS 100,000 in a defamation lawsuit. Morag alleges Levi falsely claimed his reporting was AI…
The "call to vote" for the United Torah Judaism party has been postponed again due to disputes over its wording. Council Secretary Yaakov Weitzler ordered newspapers 'HaModia' and…
Pablo Falcoz has been identified as the suspect in the murder of Yana Zykova in Haifa. Police also arrested Falcoz's father, who was present at the scene, on suspicion of involvem…
A memorial ceremony for assassinated Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin was held at the Ohel Yitzhak synagogue in Rehovot, believed to be the only synagogue worldwide named after him. S…
Hapoel Mata Asher defeated Maccabi Hod Hasharon 3-1 in the Israeli Men's Volleyball Premier League, continuing their positive momentum. Hapoel Ma'apil/Emek Hefer/Menashe secured a…
Hapoel Mate Asher defeated Maccabi Hod Hasharon 3-1 in the Israeli Men's Volleyball Premier League, continuing their positive momentum. Hapoel HaMa'apil/Emek Hefer/Menashe also se…
Hapoel Mate Asher defeated Maccabi Hod HaSharon 3-1 in the men's Israeli Volleyball Premier League's third round. Hapoel HaMa'apil/Emek Hefer/Menashe earned their first win, beati…
The father of the primary suspect in the murder of Yana Zykova in Kiryat Haim has been arrested, with police claiming he was present at the scene during the stabbing. Zykova's for…
Likud activist Yaakov Bardugo accused former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot of denying his Jewish heritage and lacking religious knowledge in a recent interview. Bardugo defende…
