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Liberman: Did not give up on conscription principle, will not block government formation
Yisrael Beytenu chairman Avigdor Liberman made clear that he has not given up on the principle of conscription and does not intend to block the formation of a government. Liberman said that being prime minister is an option, not an obsession, and that the 2018 law serves as a basis for discussion on conscription.
Katy Perry Surprise Performance for Wiz Employees in Thailand
Wiz, founded by Assaf Rappaport, took its employees on a trip to Thailand to celebrate the deal with Google. Katy Perry performed a private concert at the party, and the event was valued at tens of millions of shekels.
Israel ranks second in pension returns over the past decade, according to OECD report
Israel ranked second in average real return of pension funds over the past decade, at about 5.5% per year, behind only Costa Rica. In 2025, Israel was among the top three countries in the OECD.
Mor Maman and David Azulay release recording; Shir Halel says it is an old conversation
Mor Maman and David Azulay released a recording of a conversation they claim took place with the father of Shir Halel. According to them, the recording includes a demand for 30,000 shekels a month and a house by the sea. Halel says the conversation is old and stands behind her statements about the additional pregnancy.
Rabbi Itamar Schwartz, Author of the 'Bilevavi Mishkan Evneh' Series, Has Died
Rabbi Itamar Schwartz, author of the 'Bilevavi Mishkan Evneh' book series, died on Shabbat at the age of 50, after suffering a severe stroke on Wednesday. His funeral will take place today in Jerusalem.
North Korea is recruiting gifted children for cyberattacks
North Korea identifies gifted children as early as age 11 and trains them for cyberattacks, according to reports. The regime rewards its top hackers with luxury apartments, grants worth millions of dollars and hero status.
Burglary at Tel Aviv Yeshiva: About Ten Pairs of Tefillin and a Charity Box Stolen
A Tel Aviv resident in his 40s was arrested on suspicion of breaking into a yeshiva on Rothschild Boulevard in Tel Aviv and stealing about ten pairs of tefillin, a charity box, a mobile phone and cash. The police prosecution unit filed an indictment against him and a request to hold him until the conclusion of proceedings.
Ben El Tavori and Adi Carmi appear together in first public appearance since pregnancy announcement
Ben El Tavori and his partner Adi Carmi appeared together at a public event for the first time, a month after revealing that she is pregnant with their first child. The two arrived at Lior Narkis's 50th birthday party in Jaffa.
Malisron sues Shagav Express over NIS 1.8 million in debts
Malisron, owner of Ofer Malls, has filed a NIS 1.8 million lawsuit against Shagav Express and its CEO Yaakov Biton. According to reports, the debts include rent, management fees, parking and electricity consumption at Ofer Kiryon mall.
62% of Israelis Encountered Financial Fraud Attempt, Bank of Israel Survey Finds
A Bank of Israel survey finds that 62% of respondents encountered a financial fraud attempt, and 5% of them suffered financial loss. Among those aged 70 and over, the rate of victims stands at 12%.
Macklemore Claims Nine US Venues Refused to Host Fundraising Concerts for Palestinians
Rapper Macklemore claims that nine venues in the United States refused to host his fundraising concerts for Palestinians as part of his "Free Palestine" tour. According to him, dates that had already been set were removed from the calendar after the venue managements learned the purpose of the shows.
Lilit Group to Acquire 51% of Vitamin Patch Brand MyPatch for About NIS 4 Million
Lilit Group, a cosmetics importer, is acquiring 51% of My Patch, which markets vitamin and plant-extract wellness patches, for about NIS 4 million. The company was founded about a year and a half ago by Dor Sultan, Israel and Ido Bukobza, and currently operates online.
Ministry of Health warns: stop using DRAGONFLY hair straightening product immediately
The Ministry of Health warned against using the DRAGONFLY hair straightening product after a girl was hospitalized with kidney damage following a straightening treatment at a home salon. The ministry's check found that the product's license had been revoked, although its packaging bears the words "licensed by the Ministry of Health".
Danon to Iran's UN envoy: "You are cowards"
Israel's UN ambassador Danny Danon attacked Iran's representative after Iran tried to prevent Israel from presenting a draft resolution in the UN's Sixth Committee. Danon told the envoy to "sit quietly with your head down" and said "your leaders are cowards hiding underground".
Egged to compensate reservist removed from bus with NIS 30,000
Egged has agreed to compensate a reservist NIS 30,000 after he was removed from Line 845 in Jerusalem, on the claim that the bus was intended only for Haredi female students. The company signed a settlement agreement, and the incident occurred on Remembrance Day.
Oil Prices Plunge on Expectations of a Diplomatic Solution with Iran
Oil prices fell sharply after Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said the Supreme Leader had granted the government authority to conduct peace talks with Washington. Brent crude traded at around $106.54 a barrel, while WTI fell to $97.65 a barrel.
Oriol Gorn Named in Barcelona Squad for Champions League; Remains on Bench Against Aston Villa
The 17-year-old Israeli midfielder was named in Barcelona's squad for the Champions League match against Aston Villa, but did not feature in the starting lineup. Barcelona won 0:3, with Lamine Yamal opening the scoring and Raphinha scoring a brace.
200-year prison sentence for leader of Kenya starvation cult
A judge in Kenya sentenced Pastor Paul Mackenzie to 200 years in prison, after he was convicted of murdering 190 children and one adult in the Shakahola forest. The judge rejected the prosecution's demand for the death penalty and ruled that state institutions had failed.
Rybakina withdraws from Indian Wells final tournament
Elena Rybakina, ranked first in the world, announced her withdrawal from the women's tour final tournament in Indian Wells, a day before it begins. The announcement came after the 27-year-old Kazakh tennis player was seen struggling to continue a television interview and stopped it because she felt unwell.
Dr. Fatin Ghattas of the Joint List: "Every occupation has resistance"
Dr. Fatin Ghattas, number 3 on the Joint List, rejected in an interview with the BBC the conditions set by Gadi Eisenkot for joining the government. Ghattas refused to define Hamas as a terrorist organization and claimed that every occupation has faced resistance.
Defense Minister Israel Katz warned at the state memorial ceremony for the fallen of Operation Kadesh on Mount Herzl that Iran is trying to renew its efforts to obtain nuclear weapons. According to him, Israel will act proactively and offensively to remove the threat, and the mission against Iran has not yet been completed.
Anthropic Connects Claude to US Bank Accounts
Anthropic has launched a personal finance tool for Claude in beta, allowing paying subscribers in the United States to connect bank accounts and credit cards and ask about balances and expenses in natural language. The tool operates in read-only mode: it does not transfer funds, make investments or provide investment advice.
Minor arrested on suspicion of tearing down mezuzah and spraying graffiti on house door in Silwan
A 16-year-old from East Jerusalem was arrested on suspicion of tearing a mezuzah from the doorframe of a house in the Kfar HaTeimanim neighborhood of Silwan and spraying graffiti on the entrance door. His detention was extended until next Tuesday.
Hapoel Ramat Gan Discusses Future of Coach Masai Dagu After Three Consecutive Defeats
Hapoel Ramat Gan lost three times in a row and dropped below the league's red line. The management is discussing the future of coach Masai Dagu, and the decision reached is that Dagu will continue in his role.
Two arrested on suspicion of throwing stones at vehicles at the entrance to Jerusalem
Yamam police officers in Jerusalem arrested a 17-year-old from Ein Nakuba on suspicion of throwing stones at vehicles at the entrance to the city. The detention of a second suspect, a 15-year-old minor, was extended by the court after he was arrested on Friday.
A 30-year-old woman who was 29 weeks pregnant died at Sheba Medical Center together with the fetus she was carrying. After she was found at home in critical condition and evacuated to the medical center, she was connected to an ECMO machine, but resuscitation efforts failed and the medical team pronounced her death and that of the fetus. The case was reported to the Ministry of Health.
Thai Restaurant Tiger Lily to Close Permanently
Thai restaurant Tiger Lily is expected to close permanently after more than 11 years of operation. The chain's last branch, in Sharona Market in Tel Aviv, is set to close its doors in the coming weeks.
Ariel Daycare Case: Indictment Filed Against Manager and Two Caregivers
The Central District Attorney's Office has filed an indictment against the manager of a daycare center and two caregivers in Ariel, who are accused of more than 400 acts of assault and violence against 17 toddlers aged six months to three. The prosecution is seeking detention until the conclusion of proceedings against the accused.
Alanis Morissette Reveals She Is Pansexual
Canadian singer Alanis Morissette revealed on a podcast that she identifies as pansexual, meaning she is attracted to people regardless of their gender identity. Morissette, 52, is married to rapper Mario Treadway, and they have three children together.
Indictment filed against Eifram Malda of Be'er Sheva for murder of his ex-wife
The State Attorney's Office filed an indictment in the Be'er Sheva District Court against Eifram Malda (47) of Be'er Sheva, for murdering his ex-wife with particular cruelty. According to the indictment, Malda stabbed the woman many times with a kitchen knife.
