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General · 6h agoIsraeli TV Channel 14 Airs Anchor in Bulletproof VestIsraeli Channel 14 aired a humorous segment where an anchor wore a bulletproof vest. The skit implied that broadcasting from "Bynet headquarters" was dangerous. The channel did not elaborate on the segment's meaning.General · 10h ago · also in 1 newsroomIsrael Railways Reports 260,000 Passenger Journeys on Election DayIsrael Railways recorded about 260,000 passenger journeys by 6 PM on election day, with Tel Aviv HaShalom being the busiest station. Free travel is offered until the end of public transport services this evening, exclusively through paper tickets purchased at stations. Passengers should consult official channels for updates.General · 13h ago · also in 1 newsroomIsrael Sees 90,000 Visitors to Parks on Election DayAround 90,000 Israelis visited nature reserves and national parks on election day, Tuesday. Popular sites included Yarkon-Tel Afek and Caesarea national parks. About 1,000 people camped overnight in sites run by the Nature and Parks Authority before voting.General · 17h ago · also in 12 newsroomsElderly Man Collapses and Dies After Voting in Ramat GanAn approximately 94-year-old man died after collapsing at the entrance to his home in Ramat Gan, shortly after voting. ZAKA volunteers responded to the scene and are assisting the family. The man's daughter stated he was exercising his democratic right to vote and called him an example.General · 20h ago · also in 5 newsroomsChannel 14 Reporter Cries After Harassment at Haifa Polling StationChannel 14 correspondent Gal Tobi reported being verbally harassed and physically bothered by an individual while covering elections at a polling station in Haifa. The man allegedly approached her, touched her equipment, and continued to interfere despite her attempts to de-escalate. Tobi became emotional and cried, stating she felt harassed even after complying with his demands.General · 3d agoAyalon Mall Parking Lot Full Ahead of NEXT ConcertThe parking lot at Ayalon Mall in Ramat Gan is completely full ahead of the NEXT concert tonight. Police are deployed to secure the event and manage traffic. Attendees are advised to use alternative parking and follow instructions from authorities.General · 3d ago · also in 21 newsroomsIsrael Shifts to Winter Time: Clocks Fall Back October 24, 2026Israel will observe winter time starting the night of October 24-25, 2026, when clocks will be set back one hour at 2:00 AM. This change, mandated by law, aims to conserve energy by aligning daylight hours with waking periods. Winter time will end on March 26, 2027, with the return to daylight saving time. Most mobile devices update automatically, but manual adjustments are possible for both Android and iOS users.General · 4d agoShabbat Candle Lighting and Departure Times Across IsraelThis article lists the precise times for the start and end of Shabbat in numerous Israeli cities. Shabbat begins with candle lighting and concludes with the appearance of stars. Times vary across the country, with Jerusalem's Shabbat starting at 5:18 PM and ending at 6:34 PM, and other cities having slightly different schedules.General · 5d ago · also in 8 newsroomsSharon Gal Departs i24NEWS for Return to Channel 14Journalist and presenter Sharon Gal is leaving i24NEWS less than two years after joining, reportedly to return to Channel 14. This follows a turbulent period that included a planned but unfulfilled move to Channel 13 and contract disputes with Channel 14. Gal, who previously hosted programs on Channel 14 and gained prominence there, began his role at i24NEWS in January 2025. i24NEWS declined to comment on the reported move.General · 5d ago · also in 2 newsroomsCourt Upholds Free Entry for Companions at Israeli Amusement ParksCompanions of individuals with disabilities will continue to receive free entry to Israel's Luna Park and Superland amusement parks under a court-approved agreement. The Commissioner for Equal Rights of Persons with Disabilities will re-evaluate the policy, with a new decision expected by March 31, 2027. The current exemption for companions remains in effect until then.General · 5d agoHighway 16 Reopens After Temporary ClosureHighway 16 has reopened to northbound traffic after a temporary closure. Drivers are urged to proceed with caution and patience. The article does not specify the reason for the closure.General · 5d ago · also in 2 newsroomsRoad Accident Blocks Major Entrance Route to JerusalemA traffic accident has caused a lane closure on Route 16, a main road into Jerusalem, for northbound traffic. Authorities are urging drivers to be careful and follow police directions. The incident is causing traffic disruptions on a key access route to the city.General · 6d ago · also in 1 newsroomBen Caspit Quits Radio Show After Dispute With Yinon MagalJournalist Ben Caspit has stopped broadcasting his radio show with Yinon Magal on 103fm after a dispute over Caspit calling Magal a "servant of Netanyahu." Caspit cited Magal's refusal to allow him to speak and his inability to tolerate criticism as reasons for his departure. The decision follows seven and a half years of contentious broadcasts between the two. It is unclear if Caspit's departure is permanent.General · 6d ago · also in 4 newsroomsPassport Printing Machine Malfunction Causes Further Delays for IsraelisA malfunction in a biometric passport printing machine is causing significant delays for Israelis seeking new passports, extending wait times to approximately eight weeks. An expert technician from Germany has been called in to repair the machine, with authorities hoping to resolve the issue within three weeks. The delays exacerbate existing difficulties in obtaining appointments, which have been a major challenge since the COVID-19 pandemic.General · 6d agoHaifa Beach Lifeguard Services to End Earlier Due to Winter Time ChangeHaifa's beach lifeguard services will operate from 5:00 PM instead of 6:00 PM starting October 25, 2026, for two weeks. This change is due to the shift to winter time. The municipality announced the adjusted hours on Wednesday.General · 6d ago · also in 4 newsroomsTrain Delays Hit Southern Line Due to Signaling FaultTrain services heading to Be'er Sheva are delayed due to a signaling malfunction near Kiryat Malakhi. The western route remains operational. Israel Railways teams are working to fix the issue and apologize for the inconvenience.General · 7d agoChannel 13 Political Correspondent Michael Shams Welcomes Third DaughterChannel 13 political correspondent Michael Shams and his wife Avital welcomed their third daughter in Jerusalem. Shams announced the birth on Instagram, expressing his joy and admiration for his newborn daughter, Abishag, and her brothers Itamar and Itay. The couple celebrated the perfect timing of the birth.General · 8d agoMan Found Dead in Tel Aviv ApartmentA man, approximately 45 years old, was found deceased in his Tel Aviv apartment on Tuesday. ZAKA volunteers and police forensic units responded to the scene on Frishman Street. The body was transferred to the National Institute of Forensic Medicine for investigation. The cause of death was not immediately apparent.General · 8d agoRegional Councils Mark 3 Years Since October 7 Massacre With Memorial TourShai Hajaj, chairman of the Center for Regional Councils, emphasized the need to persevere, quoting Liebstein's belief that "the light and good will prevail."General · 10d agoAyalon Mall Parking Full Ahead of NEXT ConcertPolice are securing the NEXT concert tonight, deploying officers around the stadium and on main roads for traffic control. The parking lot at Ayalon Mall is completely full, and attendees are advised to use alternative parking. The public is asked to cooperate with police and ushers and to be patient.General · 11d ago · also in 4 newsroomsMan Dies After Falling at Azrieli Mall in HolonA 54-year-old man died tragically after falling from a height inside the Azrieli Mall in Holon. ZAKA volunteers responded to the scene, collected evidence, and assisted the police. The circumstances of the fall are under investigation.General · 11d ago · also in 2 newsroomsMedia Personality Maayan Adam Welcomes Third Child and Announces EngagementMedia personality Maayan Adam and her partner Yuval Tzelner welcomed their third child, a baby boy, and announced their engagement. Adam shared the news on Instagram, posting a hospital photo with her newborn and showing off her engagement ring. The natural pregnancy was a surprise, as Adam had previously been diagnosed with rare ovarian cancer in September 2024, which doctors said would prevent her from having more children.General · 11d agoMotorcyclist Found Dead Near Beit ShemeshA man in his 60s was found dead in an open area in the Mateh Yehuda Regional Council near Beit Shemesh. MDA paramedics and EMTs attempted resuscitation but were unsuccessful. The man was discovered unresponsive next to his motorcycle by bystanders who had initiated CPR.General · 12d ago · also in 8 newsroomsFormer IDF Appeals Court President, Major General (res.) Haim Nadel, Dies at 92Major General (res.) Haim Nadel, former president of the Military Court of Appeals, died at age 92. The Chief of Staff and IDF leadership mourned his passing. Nadel previously commanded the "Mapatz" formation and the "Paratroopers" brigade. He will be buried on Friday in a military ceremony at Kiryat Shaul Military Cemetery.General · 12d ago · also in 1 newsroomIsrael to Switch to Winter Time on October 24Israel will switch to winter time on the night of October 24-25, 2026, moving clocks back one hour at 2:00 AM. This change will last about five months, with the return to daylight saving time set for March 26, 2027. While smart devices often update automatically, manual adjustments will be needed for older clocks and appliances.General · 12d ago · also in 13 newsroomsMan Found Dead Near Golani InterchangeA man in his 40s was found dead in an open area near the Golani Interchange. MDA paramedics responded to the scene and pronounced the man deceased. The medics found him unconscious and without vital signs.General · 12d ago · also in 2 newsroomsSafari Park Prepares Special Shake for AnteaterStaff at the Ramat Gan Safari Park created a special, nutrient-rich shake for their anteater. The shake, containing fruits, vegetables, meat, and other ingredients, was dispensed through tubes to mimic natural feeding. This method allows the anteater to use its long tongue to extract food, similar to how it eats ants and termites in the wild.General · 13d agoMan Found Dead Under Forklift at Factory in Bu'eine NujeidatA man died on Wednesday after being trapped under a forklift at a factory in Bu'eine Nujeidat. Firefighters extracted the man, but he was pronounced dead at the scene. Medical officials confirmed his death. The incident occurred in northern Israel.General · 13d ago · also in 5 newsroomsBride Injured, Wedding Halts Amid Brawl in TayibeA bride was lightly injured by a falling object during her wedding in Tayibe on Wednesday night, prompting her evacuation for medical care. The celebration was then disrupted by a mass brawl involving her relatives, who were initially denied entry. Five young men were arrested, and police are investigating the incident and the venue's licensing.General · 13d ago · also in 17 newsroomsBuilding Collapses in Tel Aviv, Filling Street with SmokeA building collapsed on Nachalat Binyamin Street in Tel Aviv, filling the street with smoke and causing people to flee. Security footage captured the dramatic event. The cause of the collapse is under investigation, and emergency services are assessing the damage. No casualties have been reported.More from Hamal