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The latest updates on the site, in order of publication. Open a headline to read a short summary, then continue to the full article.
Why Lies About Israel Get Clicks, and Who Benefits
Lies about Israel can reward their publishers with visibility and a larger audience. This explainer examines the attention incentive, clearly labels Grok’s figures as estimates, and explains how readers can check claims and present useful corrections.
Read the full articleGaza border fence reconstruction reported: what is known about the work and what remains unclear about costs and timing
BeHadrei Haredim, citing TheMarker, says Israel's defense establishment has begun rebuilding the Gaza border's "Hourglass" fence. The IDF announced barrier reinforcement this month. The verified details give no exact reconstruction budget, contractor or completion date.
Read the full articleAhead of the 27 October Knesset election: polling hours, identification, workers' rights and free transport
The Knesset election takes place tomorrow, 27 October. Most polling stations will open from 07:00 to 22:00, with some closing at 20:00. Free rail and intercity bus travel begins tonight. Check your polling assignment, identification and travel conditions in advance.
Read the full articleRamat HaNadiv presents sculpture among the shrubs: artists, visiting hours and what to check before traveling
Ramat HaNadiv presents Exhibition in the Shrubs, featuring works by five artists among the garden plants. The announced opening date is 23 October. Exhibition admission is free, parking is paid, and visiting hours vary by day of the week.
Read the full articleRegulated egg prices will rise in November: what each pack will cost and what to check when shopping
The Ministry of Agriculture announced that regulated egg prices will rise about 2.1% on 1 November. A 12-pack of size L eggs will cost up to 14.54 shekels. The increase per pack will be 27 to 33 agorot, depending on egg size.
Read the full articleHow to choose a personal fitness trainer: what to check before committing
Before buying a personal training package, check qualifications, experience with similar goals, a regular place in your schedule and clear payment and cancellation terms. This guide explains what to ask, what to assess during an introductory session and what to clarify before committing.
Read the full articleFrom the Yom Kippur War to peace with Egypt: the stages that should not be skipped
Peace with Egypt was not signed the day after the Yom Kippur War. This article follows the disengagement agreements, the 1975 interim accord, Sadat's Jerusalem visit, Camp David, the 1979 treaty and withdrawal from Sinai, explaining what each stage resolved.
Read the full articleA Second Opinion in Eye Care: What to Bring and Ask Before Deciding
Before seeking a second opinion in eye care, prepare one clear question, organized records, a list of eye drops and a description of daily difficulties. The guide covers questions to ask, differing recommendations and symptoms requiring urgent assessment instead of waiting.
Read the full articleWalking through Tel Aviv without baking in the sun: plan your route around shade, not the map
Navigation apps calculate distance, not shade. This article explains how to plan a comfortable Tel Aviv walk using the boulevard ring, the right side of the street and good timing, and what the municipality has announced about tree planting and shading standards.
Read the full articleYour site passed the speed test, but customers are still waiting: lab tests versus real user measurements
Speed tools such as PageSpeed Insights show two kinds of data: a simulated lab test and field data from real users over the past 28 days. This article explains why they can differ, Core Web Vitals thresholds, and how to prioritise fixes.
Read the full articleFrom radar to microwaves and missiles to pills: military technologies that quietly entered civilian life
Some everyday tools began in the military: satellite navigation opened to civilians after a 1983 aviation disaster, the microwave began with radar, and a Rafael engineer developed the pill camera. This article explains how defence knowledge becomes civilian technology and the costs of dependence.
Read the full articleFrom Srulik in the morning paper to memes in the WhatsApp group: how Israeli cartoons moved onto screens
Israeli newspaper cartoons, from Dosh's Srulik to Ze'ev's full page in Haaretz, were a precursor to today's memes. This article explores what moved from print to the internet, what was lost and how to read a meme critically before sharing it.
Read the full articleBefore turning on the heating: how to read your electricity bill and choose a plan that suits your home
Before winter, compare electricity plans against your consumption hours, not just the discount percentage. This guide explains how to read a bill, check your meter and plan, choose heating and schedule your water heater while staying safe.
Read the full articleChildren know how to use a screen, but are they learning to create? How to build AI and cybersecurity skills
Before choosing a cybersecurity or AI course, check what your child will be able to explain and build independently. This guide offers age-based activities, questions about teaching and costs, and ways to combine digital creativity with privacy, breaks and time away from screens.
Read the full articleFlu vaccines for winter 2026 to 2027: who should get vaccinated and how to arrange it with each health fund
Ahead of winter 2026 to 2027, this flu vaccine guide brings together recommendations from six months of age and contact options for all four health funds. Maccabi requires appointments; Meuhedet advertises walk-in services at participating clinics. Medical suitability and local stocks need checking.
Read the full articleAn Autumn Migration Day Trip: Hours, Prices and Birdwatching Rules at Agamon Hula and Eilat
Choose Agamon Hula or Eilat Bird Park for autumn birdwatching. The guide covers hours, prices and October changes, including closed observation points at Agamon. Independent entry to Eilat's park is free; tours require separate arrangements, and no particular flock is guaranteed.
Read the full articleYour next book need not be a new purchase: affordable ways to read and listen in Hebrew
Hebrew books are also available through digital and audiobook loans, public libraries and secondhand shops. This article explains how to check eligibility and access, handle unavailable titles, and choose reading or listening without committing to a new purchase.
Read the full articleSeptember's price index fell half a percent, but vegetables and rents kept rising
The Central Bureau of Statistics reported on 15 October that September's CPI fell 0.5%, while annual inflation stood at 1.6%. Travel and holidays became cheaper, but vegetables and rents rose. Household effects depend on spending patterns and index-linked agreements.
Read the full articleGetting your home ready for the first rain: checking drains, seals and electrics, and who is responsible for repairs
Preparing a home for rain starts with accessible drains and documenting signs of damp. This guide separates safe maintenance from work at height or on electrics that requires a professional, and explains when to involve the landlord or building committee.
Read the full articleSavidor Transport Hub Plan Advances: The Proposed Connections and What Has Yet to Be Approved
On 13 October, Savidor's integrated transport hub plan advanced to a recommendation for publication for comments and objections. It proposes links between rail systems and buses, plus changes at street level. No binding opening date or immediate closure was announced.
Read the full articleBank of Israel outlines cash's emergency role: what to check in your household payment backup
On 12 October, the Bank of Israel published a review of cash use and access in routine and emergency conditions. Alongside the rise of digital wallets, it stresses alternative payment options. The review gives no uniform recommended cash amount for households.
Read the full articleBefore forwarding to the group: how to check dramatic news, screenshots and voice messages
Before forwarding dramatic news to a group, find the original publication, check the date and place, and distinguish genuine confirmation from repetitions of the same rumor. This guide explains how to check images and recordings, and how to correct a message already shared.
Read the full articleNoose-shaped pins distributed at a Herzliya high school: questions parents can put to the school
Staff at Herzliya's Handasaim High School collected noose-shaped pins distributed by an Otzma Yehudit representative at an election panel. The municipality said distribution had been prohibited, while the party defended the message. Parents can ask about the event's rules and follow-up.
Read the full articleOctober 7 in Israel's education system: classroom remembrance and questions parents should ask
The Ministry of Education announced ceremonies, discussions and activities for the national remembrance day for October 7 and the war. Parents can ask their child's staff about content, age suitability, support during sessions and any individual arrangements needed.
Read the full articleElectricity storage beside reservoirs and fishponds: proposed planning changes and the checks still required
The National Planning Council has moved proposed energy storage planning changes to public comments and objections. The proposal addresses reservoirs, fishponds and industrial areas, but further approvals remain necessary and no particular local facility is approved by this decision.
Read the full articlePollution in Northern Streams: Sections Under Warning and What to Check Before a Trip
Samples taken on 4 and 5 October 2026 led to warnings against entering specified northern stream sections and pools. Families should check the exact location, current official updates and trail restrictions before setting out, and plan a suitable alternative.
Read the full articleThe Shoket Wastewater Plant Fire: What Is Known About Sewage in Southern Streams
A fire disabled the Shoket wastewater treatment plant, prompting advice to avoid the Hebron, Beersheba and Besor streams and contact with their water. Sources checked before publication did not confirm a restart or the withdrawal of that advice.
Read the full articleReplace your car or keep it: how to assess savings and technology before buying
Before replacing a car, calculate savings using your own journeys, compare ownership costs and check which features work in Israel. Lower fuel costs or an impressive overseas driving video are not enough to establish that an upgrade suits you.
Read the full articleHow Much to Give and What to Bring: Gift Etiquette for Weddings, Brit Ceremonies and Visits
Gift amounts depend on your relationship and finances; commercial guides are not binding price lists. Alongside reference ranges for celebrations, this guide suggests considerate ways to give gifts to hosts, relatives and colleagues without creating pressure.
Read the full articleChanged your mind about an online purchase? What to check before canceling and requesting a refund
When canceling an online purchase, distinguish a change of mind from a defect or breach of an undertaking. The dates the product and documents arrived, the transaction type and the reason for cancellation affect rights, cancellation fees and return arrangements.
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