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"Possible Love": Korean Drama on Class Gaps
The South Korean drama "Possible Love" brings together two couples from opposite ends of the social ladder, exposing jealousy, desire and deep gaps that are not only about money. The 164-minute film won the Grand Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival.
Financing Benefits and Demand for Safe Rooms in the Housing Market
The share of new apartments sold with financing benefits in September stood at about 45%, according to Treasury data, the highest since March 2025. In the resale market, 67% of transactions in August involved apartments with a safe room (mamad), compared with 45% of all apartments.
Herzog calls for Haymanot Kassaw to be located and admits failures in absorbing Ethiopian Jewish immigrants
President Isaac Herzog called on the government, the Shin Bet and the police to do everything to locate Haymanot Kassaw, who has not yet been returned home. At the central rally marking the Sigd holiday in Jerusalem, the president said the State of Israel erred and failed in absorbing Ethiopian immigrants.
October Credit Data and Shopping IL Days
Israelis' spending on credit cards totaled NIS 51.593 billion in October, a rise of 12.5% compared with October last year. Over the two days of the Shopping IL promotions, about NIS 3.5 billion was spent, an increase of 3.2% compared with last year.
Moriya Asraf Hits Back at 'Smear Campaign' Against Her After Eyal Berkovitch's Suspension
Moriya Asraf opened her show on Channel 13 with a monologue against what she described as a smear and de-legitimization campaign against her, days after her co-host Eyal Berkovitch was suspended. She said that Berkovitch will return to broadcasting in the coming days.
Indictment in Ariel Daycare Case; Oren Hazan and Dana Zarmon Respond on Air
An indictment was filed against the staff of the Ariel daycare, alleging a series of severe abuse incidents against toddlers. The son of former MK Oren Hazan was in the daycare, and Hazan responded on air and attacked the caregivers.
Shas Denies Joining Eisenkot Government; Talks With United Torah Judaism Reported Behind Scenes
Shas denies reports that it will join a government led by Gadi Eisenkot, calling them "absolute fake news." The party said it is part of the right-wing bloc, in line with the instruction of the Council of Torah Sages.
A 52-year-old Hasidic man was attacked on Saturday morning on his way to a synagogue in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, after an unidentified liquid was poured on him and he was beaten. The suspect was arrested, and the New York Police Department is investigating the incident as a suspected hate crime.
Actress and musician Bar Belfer died at the age of 37. According to a statement from her agency, her death was caused by a severe epileptic seizure.
Futna Jaber wished death on Sarah Orit Strock after her visit to Jericho
Futna Jaber, a former "Big Brother" contestant, published a post in which she wished death on Sarah Orit Strock. The post was published following Strock's visit to the outskirts of Jericho and her remarks on renewing settlement in Gaza. Jaber wrote: "With God's help, God will take you".
IDF Orders About 65,000 Flu Vaccines for Its Personnel
The IDF Medical Corps has launched its annual flu vaccination campaign, for which about 65,000 vaccines have been ordered, to be distributed to all units in two rounds. The campaign will run until February 28, 2027.
Car Crashes into Bench in Nahariya; Man in His 60s Moderately Injured
A man in his early 60s was moderately injured on Hagaaton Boulevard in Nahariya after a car that veered out of its lane crashed into a bench he was sitting on. MDA crews provided him with medical treatment and evacuated him to the Galilee Medical Center with limb injuries.
Senior religious education officials demand hundreds of millions of shekels and autonomy in coalition negotiations
Senior officials in state-religious education submitted a list of demands to party leaders ahead of coalition negotiations. The demands include budget increases of hundreds of millions of shekels, representation for the religious sector in each of the central divisions of the Education Ministry, and autonomy in managing the religious education system.
Tal Gilboa reveals results of cosmetic surgeries she underwent
Tal Gilboa, winner of "Big Brother" and adviser to the Prime Minister, revealed the cosmetic procedures she underwent, including abdominoplasty and thigh lift. According to her, she had the surgeries after losing about 30 kilograms on weight-loss injections.
Far-left French candidate warns of warships escorting aid boats to Gaza
Jean-Luc Mélenchon, the far-left candidate for the French presidency, promised that if elected he would send French navy ships to escort aid boats to Gaza. He also attacked Israel over the West Bank, southern Lebanon and the Golan Heights.
Rotem Sela Credits Herself With Luck for Hapoel Tel Aviv's Win Over Hapoel Be'er Sheva
Rotem Sela posted an Instagram story claiming she brought luck to Hapoel Tel Aviv, which scored the winning goal against Hapoel Be'er Sheva just as she turned on the television. The win moved the club to first place in the table.
Easing of Lottery Rules for Nonprofits and Small Businesses from January 2027
A new Finance Ministry permit for running lotteries will take effect on January 1, 2027, easing the rules for nonprofit organizations and small businesses. Nonprofits that meet the conditions will be able to hold lotteries by submitting a digital declaration and attaching regulations, without individual approval for each lottery.
IDF to Establish Two New Special Infantry Battalions, "Alon" and "Nofech"
The IDF has announced the establishment of two new reconnaissance-strike battalions in the Golani and Nahal Infantry Brigades: Battalion 11, to be named "Alon" in the Golani Brigade, and Battalion 935, to be named "Nofech" in the Nahal Brigade. The battalions will specialize in operating drones, robotic systems, observation devices and precision missiles, with the aim of improving operational capabilities on the battlefield.
Dispute over Tel Aviv headquarters renovation: Check Point sued for millions
A. Sadeh Projects is suing Check Point, claiming it has not been paid the full sum for finishing work and systems at the company's Tel Aviv headquarters. The claim is valued at millions of shekels, including 7.8 million shekels.
Economy Ministry Standards Official Warns Against Feed me 8008 Children's High Chair
The Standards Official at the Ministry of Economy warned the public against using the Feed me 8008 children's high chair. Laboratory testing found that the chair collapses under load and poses an injury risk to children, and its sale in stores has therefore been prohibited.
Deni Avdija's Impressive Numbers in Portland
Deni Avdija continues to lead Portland's offense, averaging 23.8 points, 7.4 assists and 6.6 rebounds over his last five games. The Israeli is aiming for a maximum NBA contract, which could be worth hundreds of millions of dollars.
Father of Meghan Markle Arrested in Florida on Suspicion of Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material; Markle Denies Charges
Thomas Markle, 82, the father of Meghan Markle, was arrested in Florida by FBI agents on suspicion of possessing images and videos of sexual abuse of minors. According to Markle, he has no connection to the materials and denies the suspicions against him.
Smotrich and Levin Call for Overhaul of Justice System Following Recordings by Head of Investigations Department
Religious Zionism leader and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and Justice Minister Yariv Levin called for reforming the justice system following recordings by the head of the Investigations Department. Smotrich said the lack of a public storm around the recordings points to rot in the relationship between the law enforcement system and the media.
Woman, 70, Hit by Truck in Ashkelon, Condition Serious
A 70-year-old woman was seriously injured after being hit by a truck on David Ben-Gurion Street in Ashkelon. Paramedics and EMTs from Magen David Adom provided her with medical treatment and evacuated her to Barzilai Hospital.
Ratio and Murphy Oil Receive Six Gas Exploration Licenses in the Mediterranean
The Energy Ministry has granted Ratio and the American company Murphy six gas exploration licenses in Block G, in Israel's economic waters. Murphy will hold 50% and serve as operator, while Ratio will increase its stake from 10% to 50%.
Lawsuit for NIS 500,000 Filed Against Avi'ad Glickman, Channel 13 and Israel Hayom
Ret. Col. Ronen Cohen has filed a defamation lawsuit for NIS 500,000 against journalist Avi'ad Glickman, Channel 13 and the newspaper Israel Hayom. The suit was filed with the Tel Aviv Magistrate's Court over reports that attributed to Cohen a delay in security protection for Gadi Eisenkot.
General strike in Spain on November 11: disruptions expected in transport and commerce
Labor unions in Spain have called a 24-hour general strike on Wednesday, November 11, in protest over the housing crisis and the cost of living. It is the first strike of its kind in 14 years, and could disrupt transport, aviation and commerce across the country.
Mass protest in Amsterdam against Israeli policy
Tens of thousands of protesters, some dressed in red, flooded central Amsterdam, demanding that measures against Israel be tightened and sanctions imposed on it. The exact number of participants is still unclear, with estimates ranging from tens of thousands to about 220,000.
Gibborim Channel and Sapir Academic College Launch 'My Hero' Project
Partner's Gibborim Channel and Sapir Academic College are launching a joint project in which film students will direct short, personal documentaries about Israeli heroes. The project is led by director Doron Tsabari, and some of the films will be broadcast in a special slot on the channel.
Hapoel Jerusalem beat Emek 59:65 to extend winning streak to 11; Obradovic angered by performance
Hapoel Jerusalem beat Hapoel Emek 59:65, extending their league winning streak to 11 games in a row. Kenny Lofton Jr. scored 13 points, but low three-point shooting percentages and a high number of turnovers characterized the game. The team's coach, Sasha Obradovic, criticized the players' performance.
