Jerusalem, 19 January, 2026 (TPS-IL) — Magen David Adom says its emergency responders have treated or referred 30 Children to hospitals in jerusalem following a suspected gas leak in a Jerusalem kindergarten. This includes two babies about four months old in critical condition.

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Business February 2, 2026 at 8:55 am 41 minutes agoNew

New Beachfront Hotels Planned for Ashdod

Ashdod plans new beachfront hotels on a 176,000 sqm coastal strip, south of the port and north of the marina, as the Israel Land Authority and Ministry of.

Security February 1, 2026 at 9:40 pm 12 hours ago

Israel, Greece and Cyprus Sign Cyber Deal

Israel, Greece, and Cyprus signed a cyber tech deal last week, heralding a new era of regional cooperation in the digital age for a safer future.

Science February 1, 2026 at 9:25 pm 12 hours ago

Prof. Reshef Tana Awarded Israel Prize in Chemistry

Prof. Reshef Tana awarded the 2026 Israel Prize in Chemistry for his vital contributions to materials research and nanomaterials, cementing Israel's global.

Security February 1, 2026 at 9:25 pm 12 hours ago

IDF Eliminates Terrorist Near Gaza Border

IDF forces eliminate terrorist near Gaza border, deploying in Southern Command to neutralize immediate threats per agreement.

Security February 1, 2026 at 9:24 pm 12 hours ago

IDF Home Front Command drill in Haifa tonight

IDF Home Front Command drills in Haifa tonight as part of planned 2026 training; no security incident expected, residents will be updated in real events.

Economy February 1, 2026 at 9:10 pm 12 hours ago

$29 Million Allocated to Strengthen Local Authorities in the Negev and Galilee

Israel's Ministry invests $29 million in Negev and Galilee local authorities, funding projects like Nof HaGalil's indoor pool and Jordan Valley's medical.

Security February 1, 2026 at 8:41 pm 13 hours ago

Massive Upgrades Planned for Ashdod Train Station

Israel Railways invests $9M in Ashdod train station upgrades, expanding passenger halls, adding security, and improving amenities to accommodate 1 million.

Security February 1, 2026 at 7:42 pm 14 hours ago

Israeli, Greek and Cypriot Youth Undergoing Cyber-Security Training Meet in Cyprus

Israeli, Greek, and Cypriot youth met in Cyprus for a four-day cyber-security training program, building trust and a young community focused on the future.

Business February 1, 2026 at 7:25 pm 14 hours ago

New Deal Signed with ICL on Dead Sea Minerals Concession

Israel and ICL finalize a detailed agreement on Dead Sea minerals concession assets, valued at $2.54 billion. ICL waives rights, ensuring a competitive 2030.

Economy February 1, 2026 at 6:54 pm 15 hours ago

On Jewish New Year for Trees, Data Shows Decrease in Fruit Harvests

Israeli fruit harvests see significant decline ahead of Tu B'Shevat due to labor shortages & Shmita year impacts, with grape & avocado plantings down.

Israeli Scientists Create Biosensor That Lights Up When Wine Turns Sour

Israel and Kazakhstan Strengthen Diplomatic, Economic Ties

Sa’ar Courts Azerbaijan on Energy, AI as Baku Eyes Israeli Agri-Tech

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Israeli AI That Studies Cats Could One Day Help Decode Human Behavior

Inside Iran’s Hidden War: How AI is Reshaping Tehran’s Influence Campaigns

Israel Awards $4.2M in Grants to Pioneering Energy Startups

Israeli AI Biotech Immunai Teams Up with Bristol Myers Squibb to Advance Drug Development

Israel Withdraws from Open Government Partnership, Citing Political Bias

The Nightmare of Mohammed bin Salman: An Israeli–Iranian Alliance

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Rafah Crossing Reopens for Operational Testing, Passage of People Expected on Monday

Israel Moves to End Médecins Sans Frontières Operations in Gaza Over Registration Violations

Rafah Crossing to Reopen for Limited Gazan Pedestrian Traffic

Israeli Army Winds Down Hostages and Missing Persons HQ After Recovering All 255 Captives

Israel Pushing for Price Supervision of Matzah as Passover Approaches

Israel Approves $1.9B Aid Package for Reserve Soldiers

Israeli Startups Deepen Commercial Links With Gulf States, Study Finds

Israel Completes $6 Billion Public Offering, Returns to Pre-War Spread Levels

More Than Half of Online Abuse Reports Now Come from Child Victims Themselves, Israel Finds

Killing Underscores Surge in Israeli-Arab Crime as Herzog Makes Solidarity Visit

Deadly Shooting in Yarka Raises Israeli-Arab Violence Toll to 24

Israeli Authorities Probe Large-Scale Smuggling Network Moving Goods Into Gaza

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Prosecution indicts suspect in Moshe Tzabri murder

Indictment: Ashdod residents traded drugs hidden in grave

Indictment: Shots fired at car with minors

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