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Weapons cache discovered - while walking a dog

An officer walking his dog this morning followed a suspicious vehicle to a cache of stollen IDF weaponry near Rosh Pina this morning, including grenade launchers, machine guns, and shoulder-fired missiles.

Weapons cache discovered - while walking a dog

Prominent Gur hasid passes away just before kiddush

Rabbi Haim Yaakov Naftali Zilberberg, 76, dies suddenly on Friday night, moments before making kiddush for his family.

Prominent Gur hasid passes away just before kiddush

Miracle in Binyamin: Family escapes burning building

Friday night fire breaks out in Neria, family manages to escape thanks to early warning.

Miracle in Binyamin: Family escapes burning building

Huckabee slams Mamdani for supporting 'drug trafficker' Maduro

NY Mayor Zohran Mamdani condemns US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee hits back. 'Will he go to Maduro's jail cell to sip margaritas?'

Huckabee slams Mamdani for supporting 'drug trafficker' Maduro

Operation Absolute Resolve:

Operation Absolute Resolve: How Maduro was captured, step by step

Documents and testimony published reveal the multilevel planning and operations that went into America's assault in Venezuela.

Operation Absolute Resolve: How Maduro was captured, step by step

Rainy weather takes a break as temperatures rise

Forecasters predict rising temperatures and sunshine after weeks of winter weather.

Rainy weather takes a break as temperatures rise

BBC to compensate family who survived Hamas massacre

BBC to compensate Horenstein family from Netiv Ha'asara after photographer trespassed on their property following the October 7 massacre.

BBC to compensate family who survived Hamas massacre

Northern Gaza:

Northern Gaza: IDF takes out rocket launcher prepared in violation of ceasefire

IDF destroys Hamas shaft containing rocket launcher aimed at Sderot, which was prepared after the ceasefire.

Northern Gaza: IDF takes out rocket launcher prepared in violation of ceasefire

Trump: We will run Venezuela until a safe transition can be made

At Florida press conference, US President Donald Trump speaks about the capture of Venezuela's first couple, says US will control Venezuela for the foreseeable future.

Trump: We will run Venezuela until a safe transition can be made

Foreign Ministry:

Foreign Ministry: Three Jews unaccounted for in Swiss ski resort fire

An Israeli woman is missing after a fire at Crans-Montana killed 40 and injured 119. Swiss officials say sparklers likely ignited the blaze. The Foreign Ministry is in contact with her family.

Foreign Ministry: Three Jews unaccounted for in Swiss ski resort fire

Significant development in 30-year-old mystery

Investigation into person who disappeared 30-years-ago, considered one of Israel's most troubling unresolved mysteries, sees significant development.

Significant development in 30-year-old mystery

US captures Venezuelan first couple

US President Donald Trump praises operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and wife Cilia Flores, claiming operation was carried out in conjunction with US law enforcement.

US captures Venezuelan first couple

Angelina Jolie visits Rafah crossing, meets Red Crescent volunteers

Actress Angelina Jolie visits the Egyptian side of the Rafah crossing, meeting Red Crescent volunteers. In the past she has criticized Israel, prompting a response from her father, actor Jon Voight.

Angelina Jolie visits Rafah crossing, meets Red Crescent volunteers

Watch:

Watch: Earthquake interrupts Mexican President Sheinbaum’s briefing

6.5 quake hits southern Mexico, interrupting President Sheinbaum’s press conference and sending millions fleeing. No damage reported in Mexico City.

Watch: Earthquake interrupts Mexican President Sheinbaum’s briefing

FBI foils New Year’s Eve ISIS‑inspired attack in North Carolina

FBI agents arrest 18‑year‑old accused of plotting an ISIS‑inspired New Year’s Eve attack on a North Carolina grocery store.

FBI foils New Year’s Eve ISIS‑inspired attack in North Carolina

Footage from Iran:

Watch: Mourners chase away Iranian regime forces at slain protester's funeral

Basij paramilitary and IRGC forces were initially deployed at the funeral of a man who was killed at an anti-regime demonstration, but fled after mourners chased them while throwing rocks.

Watch: Mourners chase away Iranian regime forces at slain protester's funeral

Father sings for fallen son: 'You were never torn from my heart'

In an emotional moment, Zvika Greenglick sings “Da Bni Ahuvi" to his son Shauli, who fell in Gaza, turning a song into a father’s message of faith, mercy, and unconditional love - a quiet answer to voices of judgment and despair.

Father sings for fallen son: 'You were never torn from my heart'

WZO Chair:

WZO Chair: Mamdani's repeal of ban on boycotting Israel 'deeply troubling'

World Zionist Organization Chairman Yaakov Hagoel condemned NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s decision to repeal the ban on boycotting Israel, warning it could fuel Antisemitism and endanger Jewish communities.

WZO Chair: Mamdani's repeal of ban on boycotting Israel 'deeply troubling'

Former Chief of Staff:

Former Chief of Staff, Aviv Kochavi: Establish independent and impartial state commission

Former Chief of Staff, Aviv Kochavi: 'Establish independent and impartial state commission, nothing else'

Former Chief of Staff, Aviv Kochavi: Establish independent and impartial state commission

'Death to the dictator': Minister Ben-Gvir's Tweet in Farsi

Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir uploaded a post in support of the protesters in Iran. 'The Iranian people deserve to be free.'

'Death to the dictator': Minister Ben-Gvir's Tweet in Farsi

After heavy rains:

Rescue forces save stranded family, injured rider in separate water incidents

Rescue and fire services carried out two successful operations on Friday, extracting a family trapped in a sinking vehicle in the Shiloh River and rescuing a man who fell into the water near the Sorek Stream while riding a horse.

Rescue forces save stranded family, injured rider in separate water incidents

Diaspora Minister

Diaspora Minister: 'New York mayor an overt anitsemite & terror supporter'

Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli responds to NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's cancellation of executive orders that combatted antisemitism.

Diaspora Minister: 'New York mayor an overt anitsemite & terror supporter'

IDF strikes Hezbollah training compound

The IDF struck Hezbollah terror infrastructure sites in several areas in southern Lebanon.

IDF strikes Hezbollah training compound

In one week:

In one week: IDF confiscates over a million shekels from terrorist organizations

IDF, Shin Bet carry out widespread counterterror operations across Judea and Samaria, arresting 100 wanted terrorists and confiscating dozens of terror drones.

In one week: IDF confiscates over a million shekels from terrorist organizations

Segev Kalfon fights for his life again

Segev Kalfon, a survivor of Hamas captivity, gave an interview to the AP News Agency, where he spoke about the things he did to please his captors and the violence he endured while in captivity.

Segev Kalfon fights for his life again

Trump warns

Trump warns: 'If Iran shoots protesters, the US will come to their rescue'

US President issues dramatic warning to Iran over the ongoing protests against the regime.

Trump warns: 'If Iran shoots protesters, the US will come to their rescue'

Conf. of Presidents CEO:

Conf. of Presidents CEO: 'Mamdani cancelling Adams' antisemitism orders troubling sign'

Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish organizations CEO William Daroff condemns Zohran Mamdani for cancelling the order recognizing the IHRA definition of antisemitism.

Conf. of Presidents CEO: 'Mamdani cancelling Adams' antisemitism orders troubling sign'

Poll: Netanyahu gains ground at Bennett's expense

Amid Prime Minister Netanyahu's visit to the US, his party, Likud, strengthens by two seats, which are lost by Naftali Bennett's party.

Poll: Netanyahu gains ground at Bennett's expense

Saudi Arabia sets new execution record with 356 deaths in 2025

Saudi Arabia executed 356 people in 2025, a new record driven by its “war on drugs.” Rights groups warn the surge contradicts the kingdom’s reform narrative and disproportionately affects foreigners.

Saudi Arabia sets new execution record with 356 deaths in 2025

Toronto hate crimes:

Ontario's Solicitor General demands action against Toronto hate crimes

Ontario's Solicitor General Michael Kerzner demands stronger action from Toronto's police to tackle rising hate crimes and anti-Israel protests. His call follows a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents in Toronto.

Ontario's Solicitor General demands action against Toronto hate crimes

Erdogan’s son among organizers

500,000 join anti-Israel rally in Istanbul, Erdogan’s son among organizers

Some 500,000 people march in Istanbul for Gaza on New Year’s Day, in a rally organized by over 400 groups and led in part by Bilal Erdogan.

500,000 join anti-Israel rally in Istanbul, Erdogan’s son among organizers

Syria says ISIS planned attacks on churches

Syria says ISIS plotted to attack churches and gatherings, after an ISIS suicide bomber killed a security officer in Aleppo.

Syria says ISIS planned attacks on churches

'I'm in perfect condition'

Trump rejects report of concerns over his health, says he is in 'perfect' condition

WSJ reports growing concerns over President Trump’s health, but he denies issues, blames bruising on aspirin, and insists he is in “perfect” condition.

Trump rejects report of concerns over his health, says he is in 'perfect' condition

Keeps antisemitism office

Mamdani scraps Adams’ Israel‑related orders, keeps antisemitism office

Newly sworn-in NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani revokes all Adams orders issued after his indictment, including the IHRA definition and an anti‑boycott rule, while pledging continued support for the city’s antisemitism office.

Mamdani scraps Adams’ Israel‑related orders, keeps antisemitism office

International Gaza force

The American proposal for Turkish involvement in Gaza - which was rejected

American officials proposed that Turkey could assist the international force in Gaza while remaining outside the Strip. However, Netanyahu made it clear to Trump that he opposed the idea.

The American proposal for Turkish involvement in Gaza - which was rejected

NY Dem Comptroller candidate wants to divest from Israel bonds

Democratic candidate for New York State Comptroller Raj Goyle says he wishes to divest the state's pension fund of its $340 million investment in Israel bonds.

NY Dem Comptroller candidate wants to divest from Israel bonds

Poll:

Poll: Likud takes 26 seats, Otzma Yehudit 9

While the Likud continues to stay ahead in the polls, Mr. Netanyahu still can not manage to find a majority.

Poll: Likud takes 26 seats, Otzma Yehudit 9

Iranian man to Netanyahu

Iranian man to Netanyahu: Iranians stood by you for 2 years, will you stand by us now?

An Iranian man published a video asking PM Netanyahu to support the Iranian people protesting against the regime.

Iranian man to Netanyahu: Iranians stood by you for 2 years, will you stand by us now?

Internal conflict in Chabad:

Internal conflict in Chabad: Attendees of Hassidism class pelted with eggs

An extremist group disrupted a weekly class at Chabad-Lubavitch headquarters in Brooklyn, throwing eggs at participants in protest of teachings they opposed.

Internal conflict in Chabad: Attendees of Hassidism class pelted with eggs

5 people reportedly killed in Iran protests

Following violent clashes with the police, five protesters have been reported dead during the ongoing demonstrations against the regime.

5 people reportedly killed in Iran protests