Expert Assesses: The Likelihood of an Iranian Attack on Israel
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3 out of 4 Iranians Dissatisfied With Government Economic Policy
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Iran’s Execution Spree: Father of Two Sentenced to Death After Nine Months in Solitary
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IAEA Official to Visit Iran Without Nuclear Site Access
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Macron Celebrates: ‘We’ve Created Momentum for a Palestinian State’
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Israel News
Herzog Views "We Will Dance Again" Film
President Herzog: "The harrowing report by the Ministry of Health, submitted today to the Red Cross, together with the horrifying images of the hostages, make clear to us and to the entire world that the monstrous acts committed on October 7 continue to this day."
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Arab Mob Attacks Israeli Who Accidentally Entered Binyamin Village
Jewish man escapes lynching in Mukhamas after vehicle stoned at point-blank range; no arrests reported.
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Not Just for Education: Tens of Millions Diverted to Political Purposes
Knesset Finance Committee to approve 523 million shekel education budget, with over 10% allocated to coalition interests including ultra-Orthodox networks and Western Wall projects.
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Major Israeli Universities to Join Hostage Families’ Nationwide Strike Next Sunday
Leading Israeli universities announce participation in nationwide strike to support families of Hamas hostages, calling for immediate action to secure their release. Major institutions unite in protest.
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Opinions
Historical Guilt at the Generational Turning Point: The Rise and Fall of Auschwitz Etiquette – 1945–2025
Yair Kleinbaum
A Palestinian State: A "Peaceful" Path To Endless War
Avi Woolf
It’s Time to Federalize Washington, D.C. — And Make It Great Again
Yair Kleinbaum
Hug Now, Hammer Later: Israel’s Legal Right to Fake It..
Broch HaMazeltov & Dr. Yasir Blufadi
Jewish World
Columbia’s New Antisemitism Definition: Real Progress or Political Spin?
Columbia University implements IHRA's antisemitism definition amid controversy, sparking debate between supporters who welcome the move and critics concerned about academic freedom.
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Paris Air Traffic Controller Caught Sending ‘Free Palestine’ Message to El Al Pilots
El Al reports incident at Charles de Gaulle Airport where a controller broke protocol with anti-Israel message; case referred to Israeli and French authorities.
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Mourning in the Torah World: Rabbi Baruch Shmuel Deutsch Passes Away at 82
Rabbi Deutsch, former head of Kol Torah Yeshiva and a close disciple of Rabbi Elazar Menachem Shach, leaves behind decades of Torah leadership, thousands of students, and an enduring legacy in the Lithuanian and Jerusalem Torah communities.
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Antisemitic Vandalism Defaces Israeli-American Council Headquarters in Los Angeles
Nazi symbols and hate messages were found defacing the Israeli-American Council headquarters in Los Angeles, prompting police investigation and community response.
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World News
France Admits Visa Freeze for El Al Security Guards Was ‘Personal Retaliation’
French officials acknowledge halting work visas for armed Israeli guards over security checks on French diplomats — Israel seeks resolution.
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UK Slams Mohamed Salah: “Chose to Ignore the Massacre of Jews”
Telegraph columnist accuses Liverpool star and ex-BBC pundit Gary Lineker of “one-sided morality” after targeting UEFA while staying silent on the murder of Israeli footballer Lior Asulin and the October 7 massacre
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Another Antisemitic Attack: Red ‘Blood’ Poured on Israeli Embassy in The Hague
Vandals smash embassy door and spill red paint in latest act of anti-Israel hate sweeping Europe.
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6,000 Flee Spanish Inferno: Europe's Heat Crisis Deepens
Extreme heatwave drives deadly fires across Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, and the Balkans — UNESCO site damaged, at least one dead, and record temperatures recorded.
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Haredim
Solar Power for the Sabbath: Israeli Breakthrough Merges Tradition with Tech
Ben-Gurion University is developing renewable energy storage systems to provide Shabbat-compliant electricity for Orthodox Jewish communities, addressing halachic concerns while promoting sustainability. The initiative, using solar-powered micro-grids, aims to reduce pollution and costs, potentially setting a global model for faith-based energy solutions.
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Rabbis Turn to Krav Maga as Antisemitism Surges Across Europe
European rabbis are undergoing Krav Maga training in the Netherlands to counter escalating antisemitic violence, reflecting growing fears among Jewish leaders. The Rabbinical Centre of Europe organized the seminar to empower rabbis while urging governments to enhance security and penalties for hate crimes.
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Jerusalem Shut Down, Clashes Erupt Near Bnei Brak as Haredi Protesters Block Roads
Massive traffic jams, chants of 'Nazis', and blocked highways as ultra-Orthodox protests erupt over yeshiva student arrests
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Private Meeting in Bnei Brak: Rabbi to US Ambassador — “Ask Trump to Help Us”
In a private 25-minute meeting, Rabbi Dov Landau asked the US ambassador to deliver a personal message to Trump about the survival of the Torah world
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Crime & Justice
Knesset Extends Ban on Legal Representation for Nukhba Terrorists
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Senior “Shomrim” Official Remains in Custody as Investigation Deepens
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Inside Israel’s Harshest Prison Wing: Where the Most Vicious Hamas Terrorists Are Held
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Teen Left Seriously Injured After Stick Attack in Tiberias
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Travel
Athens–Tel Aviv Air Bridge Expands as Sky Express Joins Surge in Post-War Routes
Sky Express, a Greek full-service carrier , will launch daily flights from Athens to Tel Aviv starting December 2025 at €109 one-way, offering Israeli travelers access to Greece’s domestic and international network. The move, alongside resumed services by Air Seychelles and Lufthansa Group, signals a recovery in Israel’s air travel market post-conflict.
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Racist or Common Sense? Cruise Line New Rules Spark Backlash
Carnival’s New Passenger Policies Ignite Debate Over Behaviors of African-American customers
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Masada: A Fortress of Defiance Above the Dead Sea
A mountaintop stronghold, a tale of tragedy and triumph, Masada is more than a destination. It's a declaration carved into desert stone.
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Machane Yehuda Market: Where Jerusalem Comes Alive
Where ancient flavors meet modern murals and challah meets cocktails, Machane Yehuda is more than a market. It’s the beating heart of Jerusalem, alive with history, hunger, and hustle.
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History
Gustav Mahler: The Greatest Symphonist—and the Hidden Cry of Jewish Identity
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Rashid al-Din: The Persian Jew Who Invented Wikipedia
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The Jews | Elinor Ostrom: The First Woman to Win the Nobel Prize in Economics
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The Talmudic Sage Buried in Jaffa—Whose Tombstone Ended Up in Norway
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LifeStyle
Three Children Stung by Scorpions in Northern Israel Within 24 Hours
Three children were treated at Rambam Hospital after scorpion stings in northern Israel. Medical experts provide crucial safety guidelines for handling such incidents.
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Labubu Craze Turns Risky as Thieves Target $7,000 Worth of Dolls
Four masked thieves targeted a La Puente store in California,stealing valuable Labubu collectible dolls. The incident highlights the growing value and demand for these popular toys worldwide.
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Women Ordering Food Under Male Names Get More? New Study Explains Why
New research and viral TikTok experiment reveal how gender-based names affect food portion sizes in takeout orders, highlighting potential unconscious bias in service industry.
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The Secret Language of Dreams: What Google Searches Say About You
Explore how Google unveil universal dream themes and cultural patterns across 7 languages.
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Food
Business & Economy
Why Israel Won’t Pay a Shekel to Citizens Stuck Abroad After ‘Rising Lion’
Finance Minister rejects special aviation compensation plan, leaving Israelis stuck abroad during the ‘Rising Lion’ military operation without any financial support, sparking outrage in the Knesset’s Economic Affairs Committee.
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Trump Scores Huge Win: Chip Giants to Hand Over 15% of China Profits to U.S.
In an unprecedented deal, the Trump administration has secured a revenue-sharing agreement with Nvidia and AMD that will funnel 15% of their China-market earnings directly into U.S. coffers — but not everyone in Washington is celebrating.
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OpenAI’s GPT-5 Is Here - and It Means Business
OpenAI launches GPT-5 with improved reasoning, fewer hallucinations, and new task-execution abilities, now available by default even for free users
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Israel’s Families Sinking in Debt: Inflation Crushes Wage Hopes
Inflation in Israel is outstripping wage increases, plunging families into debt and exacerbating poverty, with 2.76 million people affected, including vulnerable children and elderly. Despite tech sector gains, rising costs and limited job growth for locals highlight a growing economic divide.
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Tech
Culture
Idan Amedi and Osher Cohen to Perform Unique Collaboration at Tamar Festival
The celebrated artists will debut a specially written mashup during Sukkot before Amedi’s massive Yarkon Park concert.
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Taylor Swift Unveils Surprise 12th Album: The Life of a Showgirl
Pop superstar Taylor Swift reveals her surprise 12th studio album 'The Life of a Showgirl' during NFL star Travis Kelce's podcast appearance, marking her first release as full catalog owner.
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Jasmin Moallem Teams Up with Ben Zur for Surprise Musical Duet
Israeli singer Jasmin Moallem announces unexpected collaboration with rising star Ben Zur, following her recent motherhood news and his breakthrough performance at Caesarea.
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Hatikva 6 Detained by Police After Show — The Reason Will Surprise You
Popular Israeli band Hatikva 6 faced brief police detention in Dimona following a performance, with officers issuing citations for seat belt violations amid controversy.
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