'No exams under fire'
'No exams under fire': Education Ministry's dramatic decision
Education Ministry announces postponement and cancellation of the matriculation exams for students in dozens of northern Israeli communities.
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Israeli supermarket chain offers surprising unusual product
Osher Ad shoppers were surprised when they found that the supermarket was offering brand-new KIA Sportage cars for just under 150k shekel.
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Border Police foil mass infiltration attempt in southern Israel, 42 arrested
Border Police forces stopped a large-scale attempt to infiltrate Israeli territory from Judea into southern Israel. 42 illegal entrants were arrested.
Yaakov Serle:
Yaakov Serle: 'Israel's story is our future'
Yaakov Serle reflects on his personal experiences in Israel following the October 7th massacre and the inspiring displays of unity as the nation recovered.
Iranian official: No agreement until rights guaranteed
Iranian Parliament Speaker says 'no faith' in US promises, emphasizes Iran 'won't approve any agreement until the people’s rights are guaranteed.'
Elkin insists: No chance of passing Draft Law
Minister Ze'ev Elkin says no chance of passing Draft Law before Knesset dissolves - but does not believe center-left can work with haredi parties.
NYC Councilman
NYC Councilman: 'Jewish people must confront those playing for the other team'
Speaking at the Arutz Sheva conference, New York City Councilman James F. Gennaro called on leaders to do more to stand up against antisemitism and Israel-bashing.
Watch: Man rescued after falling overboard
Woman tells police partner fell overboard in the Kinneret, marine police locate and rescue him.
"They prefer to support tycoons"
"They prefer to support tycoons": Battle over overseas shopping returns to Knesset
Ahead of a Knesset plenary vote on increasing the VAT exemption threshold for personal imports to $130, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich issued a sharp public message.
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Watch: Israeli flags raised, Hatikva sung on Temple Mount
Jewish visitors to the Temple Mount raised Israeli flags this morning while singing Israel’s national anthem, Hatikvah, following the site’s reopening to Jewish visitors.
Smotrich: We must change the equation
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich praises capture of Beaufort Ridge in Lebanon, reiterates call to bring down 10 buildings in Beirut for every explosive drone launched towards Israel.
45 minutes outside: Serious failure at a Tel Aviv kindergarten as toddlers escape
Three 4-year-old girls left a kindergarten in Tel Aviv without any of the staff noticing, and were outside the kindergarten for about 45 minutes.
Forty-four years later: Israeli flag flies over Beaufort Ridge
Forty-four years after Israel took Beaufort Ridge for the first time, Golani Brigade soldiers reconquer it and raise Israeli and Golani Brigade flags - on day of mourning for their fallen comrades.
Rabbi Ilan Meirov: Fight antisemitism through education
Speaking at Arutz Sheva conference, Rabbi Ilan Meirov warns many young Jews becoming afraid to show their identity, urges leaders to invest in education that teaches Jewish pride, truth, and love for Israel.
Nebraska
Nebraska: Governor signs executive order to fight antisemitism and protect Jewish students
Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen signed a landmark executive order on Friday to bolster protections against antisemitism at the state’s public schools.
David Bukzin: Supporting Israel’s future is a blessing
David Bukzin says supporting the Israel Justice Organization is a blessing, stressing that Israel’s future depends on committed Zionists standing up for the Jewish people.
Minister Wasserlauf warns
Minister Wasserlauf warns: Residents of north on verge of collapse
Yitzhak Wasserlauf sent an urgent letter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, warning of the potential collapse of Israel’s northern border communities.
Satmar Rebbe warns: AI is the greatest threat
Satmar Rebbe warns hasidim against artificial intelligence, orders followers to report those connected.
Former Labor Party leader comes to Smotrich’s defense
Former MK Eli Goldschmidt, comes out in surprise defense of Finance Minister following Judea and Samaria tax benefits controversy. "As if we learned nothing from October 7th"
Staff Sergeant Michael Tyukin fell in southern Lebanon
Staff Sergeant Michael Tyukin, aged 21 from Ashkelon, fell in combat in southern Lebanon.
Italy bans Kanye West over security and antisemitism concerns
Italy bans upcoming Kanye West concert following a petition by the local Jewish community.
Report: Trump orders revisions to Iran accord
Axios reports that President Trump ordered stricter nuclear and maritime terms before finalizing a deal with Iran.
300 tons of TNT
Meteor explodes over New England with blast power of 300 tons of TNT
NASA says a meteor traveling at 75,000 mph exploded over New England with the force of 300 tons of TNT.
Trump on Iran:
Trump on Iran: Slowly but surely, we’re getting what we want
President Trump tells Fox News he is in no hurry to reach a deal with Iran, warns of alternative action if talks fail.
Rabbi Elie Weinstock:
Rabbi Elie Weinstock: 'We need all parts of the Jewish people and all parts of Israel'
Rabbi Ellie Weinstock delivered remarks emphasizing Jewish unity, friendship, and support for Israel during a gathering hosted by the Israel Justice Organization and Arutz Sheva in Manhattan.
Jonathan Burkan: Arutz Sheva helped strengthen US-Israel ties
US Holocaust board member Jonathan Burkan recalls eye-opening visit to Joseph’s Tomb with Dr. Joe Frager and Arutz Sheva, praising news outlet's role in building support for Israel.
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Watch: Ahavat HaShem and Israel Ganz pray at Lubavitcher Rebbe's tomb
Binyamin Regional Council head and Yesha Council chairman Israel Ganz and Israeli Muay Thai fighter Ahavat HaShem Gordon prayed for the safety of IDF soldiers and for the success of Israel and the United States in the war against Iran.
Boy killed in ATV accident in northern Israel
Four-year-old boy suffers critical injuries in ATV accident in northern Israel, hospital forced to declare his death.
Haredi rabbi declares draft dodger 'partner to God'
A yeshiva student from Har Nof who served twenty days in military detention for refusing to report to the recruitment office was received on Friday evening at the home of one of the leading rabbis in the haredi community.
Hezbollah command center erupts in secondary explosions
IDF strikes Hezbollah artillery command center after terrorists identified in the area, secondary explosions indicating weapons stored inside.
Report: Chinese missile shot down U.S. plane
NBC reported that Iran used a Chinese‑made shoulder‑fired missile to shoot down a U.S. fighter jet during last month’s fighting, citing three sources involved in the investigation.
Home Front Command tightens restrictions in northern Israel
IDF updates defensive guidelines, closing schools in communities near Israel-Lebanon border due to increased fire from Lebanon.
Metula leader:
Metula leader: ‘If our residents don’t sleep, Beirut won’t sleep either’
Metula Council head David Azulay decries another night of sirens and fear along the northern border, demanding a stronger Israeli response as IDF forces reportedly operate north of the Litani.
IDF tests new drone interception methods
IDF conducting operational trials on technological solutions for identifying and intercepting Hezbollah's explosive drones.
Hezbollah launches around 30 rockets towards northern Israel
Rocket hits commercial center in Kiryat Shmona, beach near Nahariya, after Hezbollah terror group launches multiple barrages towards northern Israel.
IDF expanding operations in southern Lebanon
Special operation north of the Litani River, planned for over a year, aims to secure Metula and other Galilee Panhandle communities.
Britain:
Greek man accused of spying on UK-based Iran International reporter
Greek man jailed in the UK for using a hidden sock-camera to spy on a journalist for Iran International.
UJA chief slams Mamdani:
'Your absence will be long-remembered': UJA chief slams Mamdani over Israel parade boycott
UJA-Federation CEO Eric Goldstein writes open letter sharply rebuking Mayor Mamdani over his boycott of Sunday’s Israel Day parade.
EU expands sanctions on Hamas and Islamic Jihad
EU sanctions 10 Hamas Politburo members, imposing asset freezes and travel bans over terror ties.
Demands lifting of blockade
Iran denies US deal reached, demands lifting of 'illegal' naval blockade
Iran denies reaching a final deal with the US, labeling the American naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz “illegal".
