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Israel Marks October 7th Massacre With Global Events

Israel is marking the anniversary of the October 7th massacre with events across the globe, including ceremonies, exhibitions, and film screenings organized by its embassies. Surv…

Culture1h ago

Children with Disabilities Celebrate Sukkot with Prayer and Joy at 'Aleh' Campus

Children with disabilities and their families celebrated Sukkot with a festive prayer and Hallel service at the 'Aleh' network campus in Bnei Brak. The event featured World Cantor…

General2h ago

Strangers Form Lifelong Bond After Harrowing Escape from Nova Festival

Three strangers, Omer Leshem, Ronald Rosenfeld, and Daniel Yechiel, formed a deep bond after escaping the Nova music festival together on October 7th. They met when Omer entered t…

Security3h ago

Israel's Global Embassies Mark October 7th With Events and Memorials

Israel's embassies and consulates globally are holding numerous events to commemorate the October 7th massacre and share Israel's story. Events include inaugurating memorials in P…

Politics17h ago

Court Orders Businessman to Buy New Apartment for Ex-Wife, Not Use Existing Property

The Tel Aviv District Court ruled that a businessman must purchase a new apartment for his ex-wife as per their financial agreement, rejecting his attempt to transfer an existing…

Culture1d ago·2 outlets

Special Needs Children Enjoy Sukkot Retreat and Celebration

Over 100 special needs children from the "Mishpacha Achas" organization participated in a two-day Sukkot retreat in Ashdod, featuring special activities, volunteer support, and a…

Culture1d ago

Hundreds Attend Celebration Honoring Rabbi Pinhas Korach

Hundreds of religious figures and community members gathered for a celebration honoring Rabbi Pinhas Korach, organized by 'Ha'Meorot' and led by Rabbi Yohoram Yiftach. The event f…

Security1d ago

Israeli Court Awards $27,000 in Costs Against Frivolous Class Action Lawsuit

An Israeli court awarded 100,000 shekels in costs against a representative plaintiff, ruling the class action lawsuit was a coordinated effort by a business competitor. The decisi…

Security1d ago·2 outlets

Israel's US Envoys Mark October 7, Challenge Global Criticism

Israeli diplomatic missions in New York and Washington D.C. held ceremonies marking three years since the October 7th attacks. Consul General Ofir Akunis in New York challenged Ma…

Security1d 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…

Security1d ago

Shin Bet Chief Clashes With Minister Over Palestinian vs. Settler Violence

Shin Bet Chief David Zini and Minister Orit Strock clashed in the Israeli Security Cabinet over the portrayal of violence in the West Bank. Zini stated Palestinians are not burnin…

World1d ago

Freed Hostage Dances at Unity Celebration in Kiryat Malachi

Yosef Chaim Ohana, a hostage released from captivity, danced and spoke about faith and unity at a Sukkot celebration in Kiryat Malachi. The event, attended by hundreds, was dedica…

World1d ago

Ashdod Marks Three Years Since October 7 Attacks with Day of Mourning

Ashdod lowered flags to half-mast for a national day of mourning marking three years since the October 7 attacks. Mayor Yechiel Lasri honored the victims and called for public par…

General2d ago

Rabbis Honor ZAKA Leaders and Volunteers During Sukkot Holiday

ZAKA Search and Rescue leaders and volunteers were honored by rabbis and police officials during Sukkot. The events recognized their crucial work, especially following the October…

Economy2d ago

Israeli Supreme Court Overturns Order for Retailer to Pay Class Action Fund

Israel's Supreme Court canceled a 120,000 shekel payment order for Freshmarket to a class action fund, ruling the lawsuit provided no public benefit. Separate class action approva…

Security2d ago·3 outlets

Temple Mount Activist Yehuda Glick Banned for Six Months

Temple Mount activist Yehuda Glick has been banned from the holy site for six months by police. Glick claims the ban, issued after he prayed for an ambassador's son, is harassment…

Security2d ago

Police Shut Down Haifa Apartments Used as Brothel and Illegal Casino

Haifa police have closed two residential apartments, one suspected of being a brothel and the other an illegal casino. The operations are part of a broader police effort against c…

Security3d ago6

Ultra-Orthodox Draft Dodger Assaults Police Officer, Sparks Riots in Beitar Illit

Riots broke out in Beitar Illit after an ultra-Orthodox draft dodger punched a police officer and was arrested. The incident highlights ongoing tensions surrounding draft evasion…

Security3d ago

Israeli Ambassador to US's Son Remains on Ventilator After Attack

Neria, son of Israel's Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter, is on a ventilator after a terrorist attack at a checkpoint. Prime Minister Netanyahu visited the hospital, and the amb…

General3d ago

Haifa Court Orders Removal of Unauthorized Balconies

An Israeli court ordered a family in Haifa to demolish two unauthorized balconies, rejecting their appeal and upholding the property registrar's decision. The court ruled that the…

Security4d ago·6 outlets

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

Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Laiter reported that his son Neria, injured in a terror attack, is still on life support. Laiter thanked supporters and prayed for his son's r…

Security4d ago·5 outlets

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…

Sports4d ago·1 outlets

Israeli Football Agents Navigate Challenges, Missed Opportunities

Israeli football agent Adam Kidan discussed the challenges and evolution of player representation in Israel, highlighting the impact of foreign player numbers and post-October 7th…

Politics4d ago

Israeli Society United in Grief, Divided by Leadership Failures

Three years after the October 7th Hamas attack, Israeli society remains deeply divided despite shared grief, with significant gaps between citizens and a leadership perceived as d…

Security4d ago

Chef Tom Aviv Loses Appeal, Must Pay Model Agent 360,000 Shekels

Chef Tom Aviv must pay model agent Shai Avital 360,000 shekels for defamation after his appeal to delay the payment was rejected. The court upheld the original judgment, and enfor…

Politics4d ago

Israeli Heroism on Flydubai Flight Echoes October 7 Courage, Demands Political Bravery

An opinion piece highlights the bravery of passengers on a flydubai flight who intervened during an alleged hijacking attempt, comparing their actions to the heroism shown on Octo…

Politics4d ago2

Israel's Supreme Court Reverses Disqualification of MK Cassif and Arab Parties

Israel's Supreme Court reversed the disqualification of MK Ofer Cassif and allowed the Ra'am and Joint List parties to run in the 26th Knesset elections, ruling that the evidence…

Security5d ago

Ambassador's Family Embodies Israel's Deep Societal Divides

Ambassador Yechiel Leiter's family is experiencing both tragedy and joy amidst national crisis, with his son severely injured and his granddaughter born. The situation highlights…

General5d ago

Ashdod Launches Upgraded Waste Collection System with New Trucks and Technology

The Ashdod Municipality has launched a significantly upgraded waste collection system, introducing 40 new trucks, advanced technology including AI monitoring, and a new operationa…

Politics5d ago2·2 outlets

Balad Chairman Withdraws Knesset Candidacy After Supreme Court Review

Balad party chairman Sami Abu Shehadeh withdrew his Knesset candidacy after the Supreme Court indicated a majority favored his disqualification due to controversial statements. Th…

Politics5d ago

Balad Chairman Abu Shehadeh to Withdraw Knesset Candidacy After Supreme Court Suggestion

Balad party chairman Sami Abu Shehadeh will withdraw his Knesset candidacy after the Supreme Court suggested he do so to avoid disqualification. The decision follows recommendatio…

Security5d ago

Police Seek Public's Help Finding Missing 83-Year-Old Man

Israeli police are searching for 83-year-old Yechiel Nagar, last seen in Harish. He is described as 162 cm tall, bald, wearing a white kippah, and using a cane. Anyone with inform…

Security5d ago

Police Commissioner Visits Coastal District, Praises Officers and Volunteers

Police Commissioner Dani Levy visited the Coastal District, including Haifa's Talpiot Market, to review holiday security preparations. He praised officers, volunteers, and emergen…

Culture5d ago

From Pilot Training to Torah Scholar: The Remarkable Life of Rabbi Pinchas Halevi

Rabbi Pinchas Halevi's life story spans from Israeli Air Force pilot training to becoming a prominent Torah scholar and preserver of Yemenite Jewish traditions. The article detail…

Culture5d ago

Historic Jerusalem Courtyard Becomes Haven for Returnees to Judaism

The historic Strauss Courtyard in Jerusalem, previously associated with Lithuanian ethical teachings, has been repurposed as a spiritual center and yeshiva for the growing baal te…

World6d ago

Rabbi Predicts Global Conflict Centered on Jerusalem, Iran's Nuclear Ambitions

Rabbi Nachman Kahana interprets biblical prophecies to predict a future global conflict involving Iran, Western nations, and Arab states, centered on Jerusalem. He believes this c…

Security6d ago·1 outlets

Israeli Supreme Court Upholds Seizure of Funds Suspected of Terror Financing

Israel's Supreme Court approved the seizure of 65,000 shekels from Omar Attia, ruling that classified intelligence provided sufficient grounds to suspect the funds were linked to…

Culture7d ago

Tech Mogul Israel Makov Shares Passion for Israeli Art Collection

Israeli businessman and philanthropist Israel Makov, former CEO of Teva, has amassed a collection of 400 Israeli artworks, driven by personal passion rather than financial gain. T…

Security7d ago

Mother of Critically Wounded Soldier Shares Hopes Amid Uncertainty

Chani Leiter, mother of Neria Leiter, who was critically wounded in a terror attack, spoke about the uncertainty of his recovery, his stable but critical condition, and her hopes…

Culture8d ago

Greek Singer Assi Yechiel's Rhodes Performance Canceled Over Political Reasons

Israeli singer Assi Yechiel's free performance in Rhodes, Greece, was canceled, with initial explanations citing a "political decision" and later mentioning security concerns. Yec…

General8d ago

Supreme Court Allows Class Action Lawsuit Over Hoverboard Age Warnings

Israel's Supreme Court has allowed a class action lawsuit against hoverboard importers over alleged age misrepresentation. The court permitted the case to proceed despite procedur…

Culture8d ago

Alexander Rebbe Leads Sukkot Celebrations in Bnei Brak

The Grand Rabbi of Alexander led thousands of followers in Sukkot celebrations, including the traditional "Hakafot Shniyot" dancing with Torah scrolls, in Bnei Brak on September 2…

Security8d ago·11 outlets

Israelis Urged to Pray for Critically Injured Neriah Leiter

Israelis are being urged to pray for the recovery of Neriah Leiter, son of the Israeli Ambassador to the U.S., who is in critical condition after a vehicular attack. The family ha…

Politics8d ago

Supreme Court Upholds Age Limit for Kosher Slaughterers Over 80

Israel's Supreme Court upheld a Chief Rabbinate ruling setting an 80-year age limit for kosher slaughterers, dismissing petitions that claimed age discrimination. The court affirm…

Security8d ago

Austrian Food Vendor Accused of Denying Service to Israeli Family

An Israeli family alleges an Austrian food vendor refused them service due to their Jewish identity, citing "Gaza" and throwing away prepared food. The vendor denies the claims, w…

Security8d ago

Teenager Critically Injured in ATV Accident in Benjamin Region

A 14-year-old girl was critically injured in an ATV rollover accident in the Benjamin region and airlifted to Jerusalem. The report also highlights other recent fatal and serious…

Politics8d ago

Netanyahu Denies Receiving Hamas Warning, Vows Defamation Suit

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denied receiving advance warning of the October 7th attacks from Egypt's former intelligence chief and announced a defamation suit. He also accus…

Economy8d ago

Israeli Restaurant Owners Personally Liable for Worker's Back Pay

Israel's Supreme Court ruled that seven owners of the Joyah restaurant chain must personally pay 85,000 shekels to a migrant worker for back pay and damages. The court found the o…

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Israel Marks October 7th Massacre With Global Events

Children with Disabilities Celebrate Sukkot with Prayer and Joy at 'Aleh' Campus

Strangers Form Lifelong Bond After Harrowing Escape from Nova Festival

Israel's Global Embassies Mark October 7th With Events and Memorials

Court Orders Businessman to Buy New Apartment for Ex-Wife, Not Use Existing Property

Special Needs Children Enjoy Sukkot Retreat and Celebration

Hundreds Attend Celebration Honoring Rabbi Pinhas Korach

Israeli Court Awards $27,000 in Costs Against Frivolous Class Action Lawsuit

Israel's US Envoys Mark October 7, Challenge Global Criticism

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

Shin Bet Chief Clashes With Minister Over Palestinian vs. Settler Violence

Freed Hostage Dances at Unity Celebration in Kiryat Malachi

Ashdod Marks Three Years Since October 7 Attacks with Day of Mourning

Rabbis Honor ZAKA Leaders and Volunteers During Sukkot Holiday

Israeli Supreme Court Overturns Order for Retailer to Pay Class Action Fund

Temple Mount Activist Yehuda Glick Banned for Six Months

Police Shut Down Haifa Apartments Used as Brothel and Illegal Casino

Ultra-Orthodox Draft Dodger Assaults Police Officer, Sparks Riots in Beitar Illit

Israeli Ambassador to US's Son Remains on Ventilator After Attack

Haifa Court Orders Removal of Unauthorized Balconies

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

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

Israeli Football Agents Navigate Challenges, Missed Opportunities

Israeli Society United in Grief, Divided by Leadership Failures

Chef Tom Aviv Loses Appeal, Must Pay Model Agent 360,000 Shekels

Israeli Heroism on Flydubai Flight Echoes October 7 Courage, Demands Political Bravery

Israel's Supreme Court Reverses Disqualification of MK Cassif and Arab Parties

Ambassador's Family Embodies Israel's Deep Societal Divides

Ashdod Launches Upgraded Waste Collection System with New Trucks and Technology

Balad Chairman Withdraws Knesset Candidacy After Supreme Court Review

Balad Chairman Abu Shehadeh to Withdraw Knesset Candidacy After Supreme Court Suggestion

Police Seek Public's Help Finding Missing 83-Year-Old Man

Police Commissioner Visits Coastal District, Praises Officers and Volunteers

From Pilot Training to Torah Scholar: The Remarkable Life of Rabbi Pinchas Halevi

Historic Jerusalem Courtyard Becomes Haven for Returnees to Judaism

Rabbi Predicts Global Conflict Centered on Jerusalem, Iran's Nuclear Ambitions

Israeli Supreme Court Upholds Seizure of Funds Suspected of Terror Financing

Tech Mogul Israel Makov Shares Passion for Israeli Art Collection

Mother of Critically Wounded Soldier Shares Hopes Amid Uncertainty

Greek Singer Assi Yechiel's Rhodes Performance Canceled Over Political Reasons

Supreme Court Allows Class Action Lawsuit Over Hoverboard Age Warnings

Alexander Rebbe Leads Sukkot Celebrations in Bnei Brak

Israelis Urged to Pray for Critically Injured Neriah Leiter

Supreme Court Upholds Age Limit for Kosher Slaughterers Over 80

Austrian Food Vendor Accused of Denying Service to Israeli Family

Teenager Critically Injured in ATV Accident in Benjamin Region

Netanyahu Denies Receiving Hamas Warning, Vows Defamation Suit

Israeli Restaurant Owners Personally Liable for Worker's Back Pay