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Thu, 15 Oct 2026 11:19:14 GMTSecond factory worker injured in suspected gas cylinder explosion at Intel plant pronounced dead
The explosion occurred as two trucks were unloading nitrogen into tanks at the facility. One truck had completed its delivery when the blast hit during the transfer from the second truck.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:22:18 GMTWhy American doctors travel to Israel for Magen David Adom training
MDA’s International Seminar brings American physicians and paramedics to train with Israel’s first responders to see how the country handles emergencies on a scale few medical professionals encounter
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:00:30 GMTFive Palestinian teens arrested over suspected formation of West Bank terror cell
According to police, the group organized as an illegal military force whose members threw Molotov cocktails and stones at Israeli vehicles, roads, and settlement locations in the area.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:22:15 GMTQatargate suspect Urich met with Qatar's 'head of Israel project' months after October 7 - report
According to N12, the meetings were not part of an official assignment on behalf of Israel, and Netanyahu previously testified that Urich had never disclosed his ties to Qatar or the meetings.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:57:21 GMTIsrael's economic future at risk as productivity falls behind G7 nations, report warns
Israel went from outperforming G7 economies to lagging behind them, as a new Shoresh report warns that education gaps, demographic shifts, and brain drain threaten its economic future.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:52:10 GMT‘The Escape’ makes its debut, ‘Shalom’ enchants - review
In addition, "Cupertino" is a new series from Robert and Michelle King, the husband-and-wife duo behind "The Good Wife" and "The Good Fight."
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:33:31 GMTUS Ambassador Mike Huckabee meets with Gadi Eisenkot over West Bank, Gaza, settler violence
According to KAN, a separate meeting between Huckabee and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was canceled at the last minute and has yet to be rescheduled.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:15:18 GMT‘Waves’ captures thrill and tragedy of resistance at Prague radio station in ’68 - review
Much of Waves is about the exhilaration of resisting, and how exciting it can be to give people the knowledge they need, which is being kept from them, to make their own decisions.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:24:17 GMTTwo haredi protesters arrested after attempting to break into IDF office in Bnei Brak
The office belonged to the IDF's Kodkod program, which allows haredi men aged 23 and older who are not eligible for combat service to serve in technology-related positions in the IDF.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:14:09 GMTFamilies of American October 7 victims call for US congressional inquiry into massacre
During a ceremony, CENTCOM head Adm. Brad Cooper displayed the murdered hostage and dual Israeli-US national Itay Chen's military dog tag, which his father gave him at the funeral.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:15:59 GMTReservists lose municipal-tax discounts after wartime protection expires, petition says
One medical student, whose ordinary monthly wages were approximately NIS 2,600-3,000, received a full annual bill of roughly NIS 5,878 after previously receiving an 80% discount.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:42:09 GMTKatz threatens to conquer more Lebanese territory if Hezbollah joins Iranian attacks on Israel
“If Hezbollah joins Iran in an attack on Israel, it will be dealt a heavy blow and lose additional territory in southern Lebanon, in the areas of Nabatieh and Litani," said the defense minister.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:30:52 GMTJerusalem mufti issues fatwa banning purchase of olive products from settlements in West Bank
The legal ruling was given in response to escalating settler violence, specifically against olive trees this harvest season, Mufti Hussein’s office published.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:25:37 GMTNetanyahu unaware of who Egyptian spy chief met days before Oct. 7 massacre
Netanyahu spoke to Army Radio earlier on Wednesday, saying that Intelligence failures surrounding the October 7 massacre should not automatically lead to a premier's dismissal.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:45:00 GMTMaccabi Tel Aviv furious after Barcelona drama: 'It feels wrong'
Following Barcelona loss, Maccabi to approach EuroLeague over refereeing. “A painful loss, the game to turn our season,” club said, praising Yam Madar: “Knew he had it in him.” Colson sees positives.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:12:00 GMTIDF raids West Bank charities linked to Hamas, PFLP, arresting five, seizing terror funds
Five terrorist collaborators were arrested in the West Bank operations, while evidence, including computers, documents, and checkbooks bearing markers associated with Hamas was seized.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:22:56 GMTChild, 10, killed after dumpster fire triggers explosion in Beitar Illit
The child was evacuated to Hadassah-University Medical Center in Jerusalem’s Ein Kerem for medical treatment, but was pronounced dead, ZAKA and Magen David Adom said.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:38:21 GMTIsraeli judoka Hershko dedicates her bronze medal to soldier who fell on Oct. 7
Hershko takes home a bronze medal at the World Judo Championships in Baku, Azerbaijan, after a year of travel complications kept her from competing.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:08:44 GMTIsrael Allies Foundation launches parliamentary caucuses in Greece, Cyprus to build trilateral ties
The new caucuses aim to build on the existing trilateral partnership between Israel, Greece, and Cyprus, with a particular focus on security challenges in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:49:49 GMTNetanyahu strikes back at ex-Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar over Oct. 7 contact claims in lawsuit
"The Shin Bet security detail, your subordinates who are with me 24/7, could have reached me within minutes. How many lives could we have saved if only you had called on time?" said the PM.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:12:50 GMTMaccabi Haifa, Beitar Jerusalem roll to wins in Israeli Premier League soccer
Maccabi Haifa thrashes Hapoel Jerusalem • Beitar blanks Ramat Gan 4-0 • Beersheba, Hapoel TA also triumph
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:41:22 GMTThree seriously injured in suspected gas cylinder explosion at Intel chip plant in southern Israel
Israel's Fire and Rescue Authority initially warned that hazardous chemicals may have leaked following the explosion, with the Kiryat Gat municipality asking residents to stay away from the area.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:22:27 GMTFirst ever Israeli fashion museum anticipated to open in Tel Aviv in early 2027
The Tel Aviv Fashion Museum, a joint initiative by Azrieli Group and fashion historian and curator Dr. Ya'ara Keydar, will be housed at Azrieli Sarona.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:20:12 GMTMaccabi Tel Aviv 1-4 in Euroleague after tight loss to Barcelona
Both teams brought their “A” game to the table as Kevin Punter and Yam Madar put on a show for their respective sides, but it was the Blaugrana who came out on top.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:10:17 GMTKnown criminal serving as police agent aids in mass arrest of 28 drug traffickers across Israel
According to police, the reputation the agent had built in the criminal underworld allowed him to gain the trust of dealers and carry out dozens of controlled drug transactions.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:53:42 GMTColombia inaugurates new embassy in Jerusalem in reversal from previous break with Israel
Former Colombian president Gustavo Petro in May 2024 broke diplomatic relations with Israel over its actions in Gaza and had heavily criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:50:49 GMT'Ongoing injustice': Hapoel Haifa CEO slams refereeing errors
After an incorrectly disallowed goal vs. Maccabi Petah Tikva, CEO Itai Rak called on senior Referees Association officials to conduct an internal review, citing "harm."
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:41:43 GMTRonen Bar files NIS 3 million defamation lawsuit against Netanyahu over shifting Oct. 7 blame
The lawsuit alleges that in the months leading up to October 7, Netanyahu received repeated warnings about the possibility of an escalation on multiple fronts, with particular emphasis on Gaza.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:27:39 GMTNetanyahu on October 7: Nobody told Bush to 'go home' after September 11 attacks
The prime minister said he hoped the election would proceed as scheduled but warned that Israel's enemies could attempt attacks or rocket fire to create an impression of Israeli vulnerability.
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:09:59 GMTIDF Manpower Directorate head recounts former hostage's story of abuse in Gaza at memorial event
Bar Kalifa, who fought in the Gaza Strip as commander of the 36th Division following the October 7 attacks, addressed the soldiers at the Southern Command event.