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Sports·8m ago

Fan scenes from the World Cup's first week

A photo roundup highlights World Cup fan scenes from the tournament's first week. The images show supporters from Mexico, Brazil, Sweden, the Netherlands, Japan, Australia, Iran, Argentina, Colombia, and England celebrating across several venues and streets.

Calcalist
Sports·10m ago

Newly promoted Kiryat Gat makes bid for Beitar Jerusalem winger Ilay Hagag

Ironi Kiryat Gat has made an offer for Beitar Jerusalem winger Ilay Hagag, a Kiryat Gat native, as it strengthens its squad after promotion to Liga Leumit. Coach Roman Zulu wants to reunite with the 24-year-old, who played this season for M.S. Ashdod and has a history in Israel’s second division.

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General·11m ago

Why Passion Can Mislead Us in Choosing a Partner

The article argues that intense early passion often reflects old emotional patterns, not real compatibility. It says healthy relationships depend on trust, shared values and emotional safety, not just chemistry. It urges readers to slow down and let time reveal the real person.

Ynet
Sports·15m ago

Trump Envoy Condemns Seizure of Israeli Flag at World Cup Match

Paolo Zampolli, Donald Trump’s envoy for global partnerships, condemned the seizure of an Israeli flag at an Iran-New Zealand match in Los Angeles. He said the incident reflected antisemitism and called on FIFA to apply the same rules to all flags.

Kan News
World·17m ago

Jimmy Kimmel Says Trump’s Iran Deal Damages Israel and Empowers Tehran

Jimmy Kimmel mocked Donald Trump’s new Iran deal, saying it harmed Israel and strengthened Tehran. The article says Trump signed the memorandum in Versailles on Wednesday, prompting Israeli disappointment and criticism that Iran gained control over the Strait of Hormuz. Kimmel used his monologue to ridicule Trump’s behavior at the G7 and his handling of the crisis.

Kikar HaShabbat
Sports·18m ago

New York Celebrates the Knicks, and the World Cup Fuels a Citywide Party

New York is celebrating the Knicks with a parade, while the World Cup has turned the city and much of the U.S. into a soccer party. The article says the tournament is exceeding expectations, with packed stadiums, tourist buzz, and American-style spectacle. It also highlights a Times Square stunt, limited-edition city shirts, and a broader sense that the event is boosting American morale.

Ynet
Culture·18m ago

Rabbi Yigal Cohen: Helping Family Is Not a Paid Favor

Kikar HaShabbat published a one-minute inspiration clip featuring Rabbi Yigal Cohen. The segment, based on Chovot HaLevavot, says people helping their families should not expect payment. It is presented as part of the site’s daily religious encouragement series.

Kikar HaShabbat
Culture·20m ago

Tel Aviv food festival serves chef dishes for up to 45 shekels

Port Chef 2026 opened this week at Tel Aviv Port and runs through Friday afternoon. The festival features special chef collaborations, street-food-style dishes, and prices of 25 to 45 shekels. A parallel toast-themed event is also being held at nearby Shuk HaNamal.

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Security·26m ago

IDF Operations Officer Says Reservists Will Keep Carrying the Load

A senior IDF Operations Directorate officer said reservists will continue serving heavily because the security situation has changed. She said earlier limits on reserve duty were broken out of necessity and that the army is still planning its next moves.

Srugim
Security·27m ago

IDF Developing Defenses Against Hezbollah Explosive Drones

The IDF is developing responses to Hezbollah’s explosive drone threat. Options being considered include specialized split ammunition, shotguns, and protective vehicle nets. The goal is to limit damage and casualties.

Arutz Sheva
Economy·30m ago

Mango Season Opens With Severe Crop Collapse and Rising Prices Expected

Israel’s 2026 mango season is opening with a severe crop failure, with official estimates at only about 30% of orchard potential. Growers expect much higher prices after spring weather damage, and a first mango shade-house has been installed at Kibbutz Masada to help future harvests.

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General·31m ago

Gwyneth Paltrow Draws Backlash Over Israeli Luxury Real Estate Campaign

Gwyneth Paltrow is facing backlash after appearing in an ad for 51 Park, a luxury Herzliya real estate project with penthouses starting at about $10 million. Critics, including Alana Hadid and Livia Firth, condemned her involvement, while a source said she was surprised by the intensity of the reaction.

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Culture·31m ago

Three Toy Story Moments That Still Make Fans Cry

With Toy Story 5 opening in Israel, the article ranks the franchise’s three most emotional scenes. The top moments are Jessie’s backstory, the furnace sequence, and Andy’s farewell to his toys in Toy Story 3.

Srugim
Sports·32m ago

Hapoel Tel Aviv tries to close gaps in Timokwo Diawara talks

Hapoel Tel Aviv is negotiating with Reims winger Timoko Diawara and has already agreed a 1.5 million euro transfer fee with the French club. The main remaining issue is Diawara’s contract terms, while the club also prepares alternatives and has been drawn against Ludogorets in Conference League qualifying.

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Sports·33m ago

FIFA’s World Cup Pricing Spurs Anger, Not the Expected Local Boom

FIFA’s North American World Cup has become a showcase for soaring prices, not just record scale. Dynamic ticket pricing, expensive travel and hotel costs, and higher local transport fares have drawn complaints, investigations and softer-than-expected demand.

Globes
Culture·33m ago

A Day in the Golan: Cherry Picking, Lavender, Wine and Stuffed Pitas

A food-and-travel feature tours the Golan Heights, from cherry picking at Bustan Bereshit to lavender, wine, a daily-changing stuffed pita, a spring, and a local farm shop. The route highlights seasonal produce, small producers, and scenic stops around Ein Zivan, Afik, and Avnei Eitan.

Globes
Sports·33m ago

Maccabi Netanya Looks to Move Junior Diordanja On

Maccabi Netanya wants to offload Junior Diordanja after an underwhelming season and use the foreign-player slot for another signing. The club is also seeking loan moves for Saba Khvadagiani and possibly Omri Shamir.

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Politics·34m ago

IDF Chief Signals Mixed-Gender Tank Service Could Extend Into Combat

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir is advancing a pilot to place women in tank crews, starting with the November draft. The report says he did not rule out mixed-gender service in combat, prompting a major backlash from 36 hesder yeshiva heads who say Armored Corps service is halakhically forbidden.

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Security·35m ago

Rafael Unveils Drone Defense for Iron Dome Batteries

Rafael unveiled Iron Wasp, a new drone-defense layer for Iron Dome batteries and armored forces. The system, based on SpearUAV technology, is meant to counter explosive and fiber optic drones that evade standard electronic warfare.

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World·35m ago

Iranian Official Says Lebanon Truce Hinges on Full Israeli Withdrawal

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baqaei said a final deal depends on a full Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon and a halt to military activity there. He warned that otherwise the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding will be void and nuclear talks will stall.

Now 14
Sports·37m ago

Maksim Plakushchenko Set to Join Hapoel Ramat Gan

Hapoel Ramat Gan is set to announce the signing of midfielder Maksim Plakushchenko, who is leaving Maccabi Netanya. The club has also agreed terms with Maccabi Haifa goalkeeper Sharif Kiof, pending his release.

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Original
Sports04:11 · 3h ago

Colombia Beats Uzbekistan 3-1 to Top the Group

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Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
The story · English

Colombia defeated Uzbekistan 3-1 to move to first place in the group at the 2026 World Cup. The match was reported by Sport 5 and published on June 18, 2026 at 07:11.

Daniel Muñoz put Colombia ahead in the 40th minute after setting up a strong attack from Luis Díaz. Uzbekistan equalized in the 60th minute through Abusbak Faysulab, who scored from close range for the first Asian goal in World Cup history.

Colombia responded quickly. In the 65th minute, Díaz received a good pass from Gustavo Puerta and restored the lead for Néstor Lorenzo’s team. In stoppage time, the game was sealed when Cucho Hernández found substitute Jhon Córdoba Camps unmarked in the box, and Camps headed in the third goal in the 98th minute.

The article described the result as a long-awaited exorcism for Colombia, 32 years after one of the painful chapters in its football history connected to the disappointing World Cup in the United States.

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