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General·4m ago

A Tearful Encounter Becomes a Lesson in Jewish Connection and Outreach

Rabbi Natanel Darmon describes a tearful meeting with an Israeli worker in Europe who felt cut off from Hebrew, family, and Jewish identity. He uses the story, the red heifer, and the anniversary of the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s passing to argue for proactive Jewish outreach.

Arutz Sheva
Economy·6m ago

Hawkish Fed Tone Pressures Wall Street as Asian Markets and Futures Rebound

Asian stocks were mixed, U.S. futures rose, and Wall Street looked set for a rebound after the Fed kept rates at 3.75% but sounded hawkish. The message drove Treasury yields higher, pressured most sectors, and boosted rate-sensitive market expectations, while oil, the dollar, and crypto also moved on macro and geopolitical developments.

Globes
Tech·6m ago

Noam Shazeer Leaves Google Again for OpenAI

Noam Shazeer is leaving Google for OpenAI, ending a brief return after his 2024 comeback. He was a top Gemini leader and a key Google AI figure, and his move underscores the intense fight for AI talent.

Calcalist
World·7m ago

Iranian source says Gaza could affect U.S.-Iran understanding

An Iranian source close to the talks said Gaza remains relevant to the atmosphere of understandings between Washington and Tehran. He warned that escalation in Gaza or Lebanon could destabilize any political deal and said implementation will determine success.

Ynet
Sports·9m ago

Maccabi Tel Aviv prepares for Game 2 of the finals, stressing unselfish play

Maccabi Tel Aviv enters Thursday's Game 2 of the playoff final at Menora Mivtachim Arena up 1-0 after a 96-75 win. Jimi Clark and Oshae Brissett are expected to be fit, while Lonnie Walker should miss a fifth straight game. Iffe Lundberg said Maccabi must stay defensive, move the ball and keep playing unselfish basketball.

Walla·+4 outlets · 80% center
General·10m ago

Why Israel's Education System Is Called the Most Dangerous Monopoly

An opinion column says Israel's state-run education system is a harmful monopoly that should be privatized. It argues that vouchers, more school autonomy and performance-based pay would improve teaching, reduce bureaucracy and better serve students.

Arutz Sheva
Culture·12m ago

Avi Gilad openly admits on air: “I was wrong”

Avi Gilad admitted live on television that he had been wrong, in a candid exchange with co-host Yair Sherki. He said he had projected wishful thinking onto reality, referring mainly to Donald Trump and at times Benjamin Netanyahu.

Srugim
Health·14m ago

Genetic Testing Is Transforming Epilepsy Care

Genetic testing and precision therapies are reshaping epilepsy care, especially for children with severe, drug-resistant disease. Doctors can now identify specific causes such as SCN1A, GLUT1, and TSC, and use targeted treatments instead of only trying drugs one by one.

Ynet
Politics·14m ago

From Altalena to 'little by little': Rabbi Tzvi Yehuda's lesson on Jewish unity

An Israeli essay reflects on the Altalena affair and Rabbi Tzvi Yehuda Kook’s response to it. It argues that his teaching that redemption comes “little by little” means patiently uniting broken pieces of reality into one whole. The piece says that lesson remains relevant amid today’s national frustration and division.

Arutz Sheva
Security·17m ago

Alexandr Filin, immigrant from Ukraine who foiled a stabbing attack, killed in southern Lebanon

Staff Sgt. Maj. Alexandr Filin, a 29-year-old soldier from Haifa who immigrated alone from Ukraine, was killed by an explosive device in southern Lebanon. Filin had previously been honored for stopping a stabbing attack at a checkpoint in Nablus. The IDF said other soldiers were wounded in the same incident, and it later struck nearby terror infrastructure with artillery fire.

Ynet·+11 outlets · 55% center
Culture·19m ago

International Sushi Day Inspires an Easy Salmon and Avocado Roll Recipe

On June 18, International Sushi Day, Master Chef shared a simple kosher recipe for salmon and avocado sushi rolls. The guide includes ingredients, step-by-step preparation, a tip for handling rice, and a reader giveaway for a זוגי meal at Miuka in Mamilla.

Arutz Sheva
Sports·21m ago

Reports in Argentina Link Messi's Tears to His Father's Health

Argentina say Lionel Messi's tears after scoring a World Cup hat trick came from concern over his father Jorge's health, not football. Jorge Messi, 68, has reportedly faced a serious medical problem for months, with a recent worsening. Neither Messi's camp nor Argentina has confirmed details.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Security·22m ago

Couple Shot Dead in Kfar Qasim in Suspected Land Dispute Killing

Khaled Jamal and his wife were shot dead Thursday morning in Kfar Qasim while driving to work. Police say the suspected motive is a seven-year family land dispute that resumed after a reconciliation deal expired.

Mako·+2 outlets · 100% center
World·23m ago

Israeli Man Held in Cyprus on Attempted Murder Suspicion After Ayia Napa Club Fight

A 21-year-old Israeli was arrested in Cyprus and remanded for eight days on attempted murder suspicion after a nightclub fight in Ayia Napa. Police say he and another Israeli were involved in a stabbing that injured four people, including two security guards. A knife was seized at the scene, and a second Israeli suspect was arrested in hospital.

Ynet·+3 outlets · 75% center
Security·27m ago

Declassified Knesset records show Rabin warned months before Entebbe hijacking

The Knesset Archive has declassified committee minutes showing that Yitzhak Rabin warned in March 1976 about a possible hijacking-for-prisoners scheme involving detainees in Kenya. Three months later, the Air France hijacking to Entebbe unfolded with the same prisoners among the demands, and later committee sessions show Rabin urging secrecy and expressing doubt about an Israeli rescue.

Arutz Sheva·+2 outlets · 100% right-leaning
Politics·28m ago

Trump and Netanyahu’s Recent Calls Turn Sour, Report Says

The Wall Street Journal says recent calls between Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu have turned tense. Trump reportedly told Netanyahu to stop demolitions, while aides said he was tired of Netanyahu’s hard line on war and Iran.

Ynet
Economy·31m ago

Tel Aviv stocks slip again as oil falls and markets digest Fed signals

Israeli stocks are set to open lower again after a 5% weekly drop, with weak local macro data, falling oil prices and negative arbitrage in dual-listed shares adding pressure. Markets are also reacting to a hawkish Fed, while analysts still expect the Bank of Israel to cut rates in July. Meanwhile, SpaceX’s surging valuation is drawing sharp warnings from Morningstar, Paul Krugman and Michael Burry.

Globes·+2 outlets · 50% center
Economy·38m ago

Next Vision Founders Sell Shares for $200 Million After Sharp Stock Surge

Next Vision founders announced another share sale worth $200 million, lifting their total disposals over the past year above 1 billion shekels. The company’s stock has soared more than 5,700% since its 2021 IPO and now ranks among Israel’s largest listed firms.

Globes·+1 outlet
Health·41m ago

Coffee Can Count Toward Daily Fluids, Experts Say

Experts say coffee can count toward daily fluid intake because its water content offsets caffeine’s mild diuretic effect. The article cites a 400-milligram daily caffeine benchmark, notes exceptions for sensitive groups, and recommends pairing caffeinated drinks with water.

Walla
Politics·44m ago

Shikma Bressler Slams Knesset After Immunity Vote for Tali Gottlieb

Shikma Bressler condemned the Knesset for granting MK Tali Gottlieb immunity from criminal prosecution. Separately, Lod District Court Judge Rami Haimovitch partly rejected Gottlieb’s immunity claim in Bressler’s civil defamation lawsuit, allowing the case to proceed.

Srugim·+11 outlets · 60% center
Economy·48m ago

Tim Cook Signals Apple Price Hikes as Memory Chip Costs Surge

Apple CEO Tim Cook said the company will raise prices because memory and storage chip costs have surged, driven by AI demand. Analysts expect higher prices first on Macs and iPads, while a new iPhone 18 lineup may arrive in September. Cook will step down as CEO in September and be replaced by John Ternus.

Calcalist·+1 outlet
Security·52m ago

Suspected double murder in Kafr Qasim after woman dies in shooting with her husband

A husband and wife were shot Thursday morning in Kafr Qasim while driving to work. The 62-year-old husband was pronounced dead at the scene, and his 50-year-old wife later died of her wounds. Police are investigating and suspect a blood-feud killing linked to a long-running dispute.

Now 14·+5 outlets · 83% center
Culture·54m ago

Why the Writer Says He Refused Football’s ‘Celebration’

The writer says he stopped watching football years ago because he sees professional soccer as a time-consuming ritual, not real refreshment. He argues that the sport captures attention, energy, and family time, while truer forms of rest are freer and more nourishing.

Arutz Sheva
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Economy04:24 · 1h ago

Tel Aviv Market Braces for Another Weak Session as Nex Vision, Cal and Av-Gad Make Headlines

Translated & summarized from Calcalist by baba
The story · English

Tel Aviv shares were set to open after three straight losing sessions, following a sharp selloff on Wall Street triggered by the Federal Reserve’s latest rate message. In New York, the Dow Jones fell 1%, the S&P 500 lost 1.2% and the Nasdaq dropped 1.4%, after about half of the Federal Open Market Committee signaled at least one more rate increase by year-end. The two-year U.S. Treasury yield, closely watched for rate expectations, briefly jumped 16 basis points to 4.21% before easing to 4.17%, while the 10-year yield moved to 4.45% after touching 4.50%. Israel’s 10-year bond yield stood at 3.68% in morning trading.

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