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Police find explosives, guns in raid on illegal crypto operation
IDF celebrates new search and rescue unit amid growing tensions with Iran
Turkish boxer attacks Israeli opponent before fight, Israeli wins in two rounds
Israeli teens find dead body on hiking trail, rescue units struggle to help
Rescue forces announced that the operation had been complex, involving a series of rope systems in a difficult environment.
Thirty-four arrested in lower Galilee raid after four injured in grenade incident
Eyewitnesses at the scene reported that the explosion, which occurred before the gunfire, was followed by a drone hovering over the area.
Hinenu at 10 million: 100 lives that tell Israel’s real story
As Israel reaches 10 million citizens amid war, one photographer captures 100 lives that reveal a quieter, more human story.
Saved by a square: A rainy-day miracle at Jerusalem’s Hebrew Music Museum
When rain shut down Dead Sea plans, the Hebrew Music Museum turned a Birthright setback into an unforgettable Jerusalem experience.
Italy's RAI apologizes after latest gaffe targets Israeli bobsleigh team
On Saturday, viewers heard "Let's avoid crew number 21, which is the Israeli one," and then "no, because ..." before the sound was cut off.
‘When I didn’t have a voice, the film gave me one’: David, Ariel Cunio attend screening in Berlin
An updated version of Tom Shoval’s A Letter to David was screened at the 76th Berlinale, after an “incomplete version” of the film had its world premiere last year.
Hugh Laurie confronts antisemitic backlash after his eulogy for Tehran producer Dana Eden
Laurie played a nuclear regulatory inspector in the third season of the series, which won an International Emmy for Best Drama Series, and which is available in Israel on KAN.
Herzliya mayor warns beaches may close after cliff collapses
While no injuries were reported, the public was told to stay away from the affected area and to adhere to safety protocols.
IDF says forces on high alert amid tensions with Iran, no change to public advisories
The IDF has reassured the public of its readiness amid rising tensions with Iran, emphasizing its alert status and preparedness to respond to any changes in the operational situation.
Israel Police, State Attorney arrest 19-year-old for indecent acts against minors online
The 19-year-old suspect created fake Snapchat and TikTok profiles on which he claimed to be a 14-year-old named Liron, according to an indictment filed against him.
