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Politics·2m ago

Coalition figures warn U.S.-Iran memorandum hurts Israel's security interests

Israeli officials sharply criticized the new U.S.-Iran memorandum that took effect overnight, saying it harms Israel’s security and regional interests. Minister Ofir Sofer and Likud MK Avichay Buaron both said Israel will not accept a withdrawal from Lebanon, while Trump and Pezeshkian signed the deal in France and Tehran.

Kan News·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
General·3m ago

Karlin-Stublin adopts school uniform policy to cut costs and curb competition

Karlin-Stolin announced a gradual new uniform policy for boys in all of its Torah schools in Israel starting in the 5787 school year. The move aims to reduce competition, preserve modesty, and lower costs for large families, with discounted uniforms arranged through clothing companies.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·6m ago

Expanded Supreme Court panel hears challenges to state comptroller appointment

Israel’s Supreme Court heard petitions challenging the appointment of attorney Rabilo as state comptroller, focusing on ballot secrecy and alleged conflict of interest with Benjamin Netanyahu. The hearing became heated as justices sharply questioned the petitioners, while retired Justice Yosef Elron joined the challenge.

Kikar HaShabbat·+8 outlets · 56% center
Security·6m ago

Four settler homes demolished in overnight West Bank operations

Israeli forces demolished four homes overnight at several West Bank settlement sites, including Tel Telpiyot in Binyamin and Kochav Yehuda in Gush Etzion. Residents said the raids were violent and included property damage and animal seizures, while another outpost near Ash Kodesh was also destroyed.

Srugim·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Tech·7m ago

Midjourney Plans Ultrasound Hardware and Spa Clinics in Surprise Expansion

Midjourney is moving beyond AI image generation into medical hardware, unveiling plans for a full-body ultrasound device called the Midjourney Scanner. The first unit will open in a San Francisco spa complex, even as the company faces copyright lawsuits from Warner Bros. and Disney.

Calcalist
Health·10m ago

Unvaccinated Infant in Life-Threatening Condition Saved at Shaare Zedek

A one-year-old unvaccinated infant was hospitalized at Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem with life-threatening epiglottitis. Quick diagnosis and intensive treatment saved his life, and he is now improving in the pediatric ward.

Kikar HaShabbat·+3 outlets · 50% center
Culture·10m ago

Michele Pru on beauty, shopping, and happily paying the bill

Michele Pru answered a beauty and style survey at a Wisotsky event, discussing her routines, favorite products, and shopping habits. She said she avoids Botox for now, loves Alo Yoga, and jokingly admitted she likes paying and being “a sucker.”

Walla
Sports·11m ago

Messi Reveals Personal Reason for Tears After Argentina's 3-0 Win

Lionel Messi cried after scoring in Argentina’s 3-0 opening win over Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, later saying the emotion came from personal difficulties, not football. Argentine reports linked the strain to his father Jorge Messi’s serious health problems, while Messi’s family watched from the stands.

Walla·+2 outlets · 100% center
Culture·14m ago

Jerusalem Creates a Safe Haven for Russian-Language LGBTQ Books Banned by Putin

Jerusalem’s Open House and Kesher Israel have built a preservation library for Russian-language LGBTQ books banned in Russia and Ukraine. The project was boosted by immigrants and refugees from the war, including Mikhail Kiryev, who smuggled banned books to Israel. Leaders say the library is both a cultural archive and a refuge for traumatized Russian and Ukrainian LGBTQ newcomers.

Calcalist
Economy·16m ago

Tel Aviv shares fall again after U.S.-Iran deal announcement

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange opened lower after the U.S.-Iran agreement was announced. Banking, infrastructure, energy and cleantech stocks led the declines, while chip companies were comparatively strong.

Ynet·+3 outlets · 100% center
Culture·16m ago

Jurassic World: Dominion Revealed as the Most Expensive Film Ever Made

Financial filings show Universal spent $658.8 million making Jurassic World: Dominion, the most expensive film ever produced. The COVID-19-era shoot in Britain caused major delays and costs, though tax rebates lowered the net cost and the film still grossed nearly $1 billion worldwide.

N12·+2 outlets · 100% center
Politics·16m ago

Left-wing peace and withdrawal narratives have collapsed, commentator says

Yaakov Bardugo argues that the Oslo, Gaza disengagement, and Lebanon withdrawal narratives have all collapsed after October 7. He says Israel is now controlling 70% of Gaza, operating deep in Lebanon and Iran, and has moved into a stronger strategic position. He also cites Donald Trump as validating Netanyahu’s long-standing warnings about Iran.

Now 14
Health·18m ago

Nun Study Reveals How Education and Early-Life Factors Shape Brain Aging

The Nun Study, begun in 1986 and expanded in 1996 to 678 Catholic nuns, found that education, early-life language skills, and lifestyle are linked to lower dementia risk. It also showed that some women kept normal cognition despite Alzheimer’s changes in their brains, highlighting cognitive resilience.

Walla
Politics·20m ago

Embarrassing sign error appears in peace council photo from logistics hub

The Peace Council published a photo from a logistics center at Kerem Shalom that contained a mistranslated sign. The article also recalls reporting that Netanyahu joined Trump’s Peace Council without cabinet approval, and that the council sought IDF permission to enter Gaza.

Kan News
Security·24m ago

Inside the Officer Who Now Decides Israel’s Civilian Emergency Response

Maj. Gen. Shai Kalper, who took command of Israel’s Home Front Command in May 2025, is facing renewed scrutiny after school closures during the Iranian threat on June 7. The article examines his career, the command’s role in civilian emergency decisions, and the debate over whether combat officers are suited to lead Israel’s home front.

Globes
Culture·25m ago

Hot Pants Are Back, From Kylie Minogue to Summer 2026 Runways

Ultra-short shorts are back in fashion, boosted by Kylie Minogue’s iconic 2000 look and current runway collections for summer 2026. Designers, brands and celebrity campaigns have revived the trend, which still sparks debate about sexuality, modesty and body control.

Ynet
Sports·25m ago

Footballer in match-fixing probe faces detention extension hearing

A footballer from a leading Israeli club will appear Thursday for a detention-extension hearing after being arrested in a match-fixing and illegal-betting probe. He denied the accusations during questioning, and his camp hopes he will be released home.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
World·27m ago

Travelers to Barcelona Warned of Loud San Juan Celebrations

Israelis traveling to Barcelona and other parts of Spain in the coming days are being warned about San Juan on the night of June 23. The celebration brings hours of loud firecrackers, fireworks and street crowds across Catalonia, especially in Barcelona. Travelers, especially families and noise-sensitive visitors, are advised to prepare in advance.

Now 14
Security·31m ago

Bedouin Teen Arrested After Police Helicopter Chase in the Negev

A 16-year-old Bedouin teen was arrested in the Negev after a police helicopter and ground units chased him on an ATV. Police said he drove without a helmet or license, the vehicle was impounded for 30 days, and he was sent to juvenile court.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Health·31m ago

Zol UveGadol Seeks to Overturn Closure Orders in Baby Food Sedative Case

Zol UveGadol asked a court to lift closure orders on two Jerusalem branches after sedatives were found in Frinook baby food sold there. Police and the Health Ministry are investigating possible tampering after two children were hospitalized, while authorities say there is no evidence yet of a manufacturing problem.

Now 14
Security·33m ago

Israeli ministry says Iran is running a fake-news bot network to sow panic online

Israel’s Diaspora Affairs Ministry says Iran is using AI-driven fake accounts to flood Israeli social media with falsehoods and panic. The report says the network expanded during wartime operations, with X as its main platform, and the findings were passed to security officials.

Kikar HaShabbat·+3 outlets · 75% right-leaning
Economy·33m ago

Strong shekel, but Israeli food prices keep climbing

A Knesset committee heard that Israel’s stronger shekel has not brought food prices down, despite global price declines. Officials and industry groups traded blame, and lawmakers demanded concrete steps to boost competition and cut import barriers.

Walla·+1 outlet · 50% center
Sports·38m ago

Fan Says FIFA Security Forced Him to Remove Israeli Flag at World Cup Match

A fan says FIFA security forced him to remove an Israeli flag during Iran, New Zealand at the 2026 World Cup in a 2,2 draw. He says FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s team singled him out, while other flags, including Palestinian flags, remained in the stadium.

Walla·+3 outlets · 100% center
Sports·40m ago

Loni Walker and Dan Oturu left out as Tel Aviv derby rosters are set

Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv announced unchanged foreign-player rosters for Game 2 of the Israeli Basketball Premier League finals. Loni Walker and Dan Oturu remain out, and Hapoel will host the game Thursday at 8:50 p.m. hoping to tie the series 1-1.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·44m ago

Left-Wing EU Lawmaker Sings at Parliament, Calls Trump ‘Mr. Genocide’

Spanish MEP Irene Montero interrupted a European Parliament debate in Brussels with a singing protest against Donald Trump and EU foreign policy. She accused the EU of failing to cut ties with Israel or stop conflicts in Gaza, Iran, and Lebanon, then posted the video on X.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Economy·45m ago

Meta Admits Morale Is at a Two-Decade Low and Looks to Snacks for Relief

Meta executives say employee morale has slumped to near a 20-year low amid layoffs, restructurings, and the company’s AI push. The company is responding with promises of more transparency and career development, plus larger budgets for travel, events, and office snacks.

Ynet
Sports·46m 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
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General06:28 · 1h ago

6-Year-Old Critically Hurt After Suspected Traffic Accident in Jezreel Valley

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Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
The story · English

A 6-year-old boy was brought to a local clinic in Muqeibila in the Jezreel Valley after he was apparently injured in a traffic accident.

Magen David Adom teams evacuated the child by helicopter to Rambam Hospital in Haifa. The report says he was in serious condition. No further details were provided about the circumstances of the crash or whether any other people were hurt.

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