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Zman Yisrael
Digital newspaper covering Israel and the Jewish world, published in Jerusalem. We translate its reports into English and compare them with 43 other newsrooms.
Group in the coverage barCentrist pressIts own lean is rated Center.
FundingAdvertising and reader support
Language and baseHebrew · JerusalemFounded 2012
The last 30 days
293reports translated
89%first to report
843 mintypical time behind the first report
100%carry a named author
10%opinion and analysis
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How Zman Yisrael writes
Zman Yisrael's tone this month is charged, more charged than the rest of the centrist press. On Netanyahu, Hamas and the IDF its wording is in step with the other newsrooms.
From 293 reports this month, judged without the newsroom's name. How this is measuredOnly Zman Yisrael had it
Incoming Israeli Government Faces Hefty Financial LegacyEconomy · 11h agoFrom Extremism's Fringe to the Center of Power: Israel's Democratic Boundaries TestedPolitics · 12h agoIsraelis Abroad Return Home to Vote Amid Election UrgencyPolitics · 13h agoBig stories Zman Yisrael skipped
Man with Knife Detained Near Israeli Politician Yair Golan in Tel AvivCovered by 24 newsroomsGun Theft at Givat Shmuel School Sparks Parental PanicCovered by 23 newsroomsIsrael's Election Day: Voting Hours, Free Transport, and Weather ForecastCovered by 22 newsroomsLatest from Zman Yisrael
Health · 12d agoIsraeli Education and Health Ministries Face Criticism Over Declining Student Achievement and Mental Health CrisisIsraeli students have achieved their lowest scores on international tests, with significant drops in math, science, and reading, while the mental health system is in crisis following the October 7th attacks. The Ministry of Education is criticized for controversial funding of Haredi schools and a teacher shortage, while the Ministry of Health faces leadership instability and a worsening doctor exodus. Between 2023 and 2025, 1,369 doctors left Israel, and only 0.6% of the population received mental health treatment after October 7th despite widespread trauma symptoms.Health · 14d agoIsrael's Medical Licensing Reform Faces Scrutiny Over Individual CasesIsrael's Ministry of Health implemented the Yatziv Reform in 2019 to ensure foreign medical graduates have sufficient clinical experience. A recent court ruling highlighted a case where a graduate was denied a licensing exam based on their institution's unrecognized status, despite having similar qualifications to a classmate who was allowed to proceed. The ruling called for consistent application of standards. The article argues for a structured, albeit difficult, alternative pathway for graduates with strong independent evidence of their clinical competence, without lowering the overall licensing bar.Health · 30d agoBridging Israel's Healthcare Divide: A Call for Systemic ChangeAn article argues that Israel must implement systemic changes to address significant healthcare disparities between its central regions and the periphery. It calls for increased investment in staffing, technology, infrastructure, and incentives to ensure equitable access to quality medical care for all citizens, regardless of their location.Health · 33d agoIsrael Faces Alarming Screen Addiction Among Youth, Health Ministry Issues GuidelinesIsrael's Ministry of Health has issued guidelines for parents on limiting children's screen time due to high rates of addiction and excessive use. The article criticizes this approach as insufficient, advocating for regulation of social media companies, citing similar legal actions and legislative efforts in the US and EU.Health · 34d agoIsrael's Schools Lack Adequate Medical, Psychological Support for StudentsIsraeli schools are facing a severe lack of medical and psychological support for students, with critical shortages of nurses and psychologists, and outdated policies leaving vulnerable children without adequate care. These systemic issues have persisted for years, impacting students with allergies and those experiencing mental health challenges.Health · 38d agoIsraeli Man Faces Years-Long Wait for Hearing TestAn Israeli man faced an over two-year wait for a hearing test appointment with Clalit Health Services, only securing an earlier slot through a personal connection. The story highlights frustrations with long healthcare wait times and the perceived inefficiencies of the system.Health · 40d agoIsrael Urged to Adopt School Breakfast Programs for Educational GainsAn initiative is advocating for Israel to adopt school breakfast programs, presenting them as a vital educational tool rather than charity. Research suggests these programs significantly reduce violence and absences while improving concentration and academic performance, representing a crucial investment in the nation's future.Health · 42d ago · also in 1 newsroomIsrael Faces Critical Doctor Shortage Amidst Growing Emigration and Uneven DistributionIsrael faces a critical doctor shortage, with fewer physicians per capita than the OECD average and a growing number of doctors emigrating. The deficit is most severe in peripheral areas, leading to long wait times and increased reliance on private healthcare.Health · 42d ago · also in 1 newsroomIsrael Faces Critical Shortage of Hospital Beds, Lagging Far Behind OECD AverageIsrael faces a critical shortage of hospital beds, with less than half the OECD average, leading to overcrowding, increased infection risks, and premature patient discharges. The issue is exacerbated by a lack of staff quotas and disproportionately affects the elderly, while a significant rise in home hospitalizations serves as a partial, insufficient workaround.Health · 47d agoIsraeli Man Donates Kidney to Stranger, Cites 'Humanity' Over ReligionTzvi Rosenberg, an Israeli farmer, donated a kidney to a Christian stranger to save her life, emphasizing shared humanity over religious differences. The donation, facilitated by the "Matnat Chaim" organization, highlights Israel's high rate of altruistic organ donors.Health · 48d agoArab Israelis Face Shorter Lifespans Amidst Budget Cuts to Health ProgramsArab men in Israel live an average of 4.4 years less than Jewish men, with higher infant mortality and lower doctor-to-patient ratios. Significant budget cuts to programs aimed at closing these health gaps, including funds diverted to other ministries and events, are raising concerns about the government's commitment to addressing these disparities.