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World·4m ago

Trump Complains About a Low Chair at G7, and Canada’s Prime Minister Steps In

At the G7 meeting in France, Donald Trump complained that his chair was too low and could not be raised. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney then gave Trump his own seat. The moment was filmed and circulated widely online.

Kikar HaShabbat

Culture·4m ago

From the Song of the Well to a New Song for the Age of Redemption

Attorney Shalom Vesterail says the Song of the Well in Numbers was a spontaneous national hymn of gratitude for a double miracle. He compares it with other biblical songs and argues that modern Israel should sing anew for the fulfilled prophecies of the present age.

Arutz Sheva

World·6m ago

Horse-Drawn Carriage Crash in Central Park Kills 18-Year-Old Visitor

Romanch Mahajan, an 18-year-old visitor from India, died after a horse-drawn carriage crash in Central Park, New York. Police are still investigating, and the incident has renewed calls to ban carriage rides in the park.

Kikar HaShabbat

Politics·6m ago

Shas Rabbi Slams Attorney General Over Draft Fight, Calls It a War on Torah

Rabbi Shlomo Mahfud attacked Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara on Kol Chai radio, saying the draft controversy is an assault on Torah and religion. He also described past mistreatment of Yemenite immigrant children and visited a military prison this week to meet arrested yeshiva students and married scholars.

Arutz Sheva

World·7m ago

Antwerp Jewish Community Pulls Out of Interfaith Project After Old Antisemitic Posts Surface

The Jewish community in Antwerp canceled an interfaith project after a background check on journalist Khadija Akok revealed old antisemitic and pro-terror posts. Akok said the posts were about 12 years old and did not reflect her current views, but the community still withdrew.

Arutz Sheva·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning

Politics·7m ago

Israel Cuts Ties With EU Foreign Policy Chief Over Reported Apartheid Comparison

Israel has cut off contacts with Kaja Kallas, the EU’s top foreign policy official, after a report that she compared Israel to apartheid South Africa. The move comes as the EU remains split on Israel, while it has recently moved more forcefully against settlements.

Globes·+9 outlets · 56% center

General·9m ago

Jerusalem Faction Files Complaints to Police Investigators Over Protest Policing

A Haredi group tied to the Jerusalem Faction is filing complaints to Mahash over police conduct during yesterday’s Route 4 protest. The demonstration, against the arrest of a yeshiva student who refused enlistment, led to clashes, injuries, arrests, and major traffic disruption in Gush Dan.

Arutz Sheva·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning

Politics·10m ago

Knesset legal adviser says there is no evidence of a directive to film lawmakers

At a High Court hearing on petitions against Michael Ravilo’s appointment as state comptroller, the Knesset’s legal adviser denied there was any evidence lawmakers were told to film themselves. Attorney Itzhak Bart said officials checked the matter, received denials, and had only rumors, not proof.

Ynet

Politics·13m ago

Reserve Duty Demands Stability From the State Too

Oral Yosef says Israel’s reservists keep answering duty while the state fails to provide stable constitutional rules. He argues that a “thin constitution” is needed to restore trust, limit unilateral power, and create a durable framework for political conflict.

Arutz Sheva

Security·14m ago

Four Complaints Filed Against Former Police Officer and Taxi Driver Suspected of Raping Teenager

Police say four complaints have been filed against Albert Yeshmaillov, a 33-year-old taxi driver and former police officer suspected of raping a 16-year-old passenger. Investigators released another photo of him to help find additional victims.

Ynet

Culture·16m ago

Shmicha Friedman Releases New Version of "Shamil" for 3 Tammuz

Shmicha Friedman released a new version of the Chabad tune "Shamil" for 3 Tammuz, the yahrzeit of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. The performance sets to music words from Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson’s 1951 remarks, a phrase long used by Chabad Hasidim to express longing and hope for redemption.

Arutz Sheva

Culture·16m ago

Herodium’s Pool Reopens in a Heritage and Tourism Milestone

Herod’s Pool at Herodium was inaugurated in a ceremony attended by senior Israeli officials, local leaders, and U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee. Speakers framed the project as a historic heritage and tourism milestone and said it would lead to further restoration work, including Solomon’s Pools.

Arutz Sheva

World·19m ago

French-Algerian Influencer Held in Morocco After Viral Criticism of Local Driving and Police

Yas Naubelle, a French-Algerian influencer, was detained at Marrakech airport after posting a TikTok criticizing Moroccan driving and police. Authorities suspect her of defamatory digital content, and she remains held in Morocco without confirmed charges.

Ynet

Politics·20m ago

Netanyahu Pays Tribute to Reservist Alex Filin Killed in South Lebanon

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu eulogized reservist Alex Filin, who was killed by an explosive device in southern Lebanon. Netanyahu said Filin had a strong sense of mission, Zionism, and love for Israel, after immigrating from Ukraine and serving in Nahal and the reserves.

Ynet·+11 outlets · 55% center

Tech·23m ago

Dream Raises $260 Million at $3 Billion Valuation to Sell Sovereign AI to Governments

Dream, founded in 2023 by Shalev Hulio, Sebastian Kurz and Gil Dolev, raised $260 million at a $3 billion valuation. The Israeli company is selling sovereign AI and cyber platforms to governments and critical infrastructure operators. It says the new funding supports its push to give states independent control over AI systems and data.

Ynet·+1 outlet

World·23m ago

Mystery Airstrike on Sudan Gold Mines Kills at Least 15 Near Egyptian Border

At least 15 people were killed and more than 50 wounded in an airstrike on gold-mining sites in northeast Sudan near the Egyptian border. Sudanese miners and local figures blamed the Egyptian army, but no official has claimed responsibility.

Kikar HaShabbat

Sports·24m ago

Ibrahima Konaté Completes Real Madrid Move Through 2030

Real Madrid announced the signing of French defender Ibrahima Konaté from Liverpool on Thursday. The 27-year-old signed through 2030 as part of José Mourinho's new project. Konaté joins after five years at Liverpool and 28 caps for France.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center

General·27m ago

Rafael to Conduct Controlled Test in Krayot, Noise May Be Heard

Rafael said it will carry out a planned controlled test at the David Institute in the Krayot during the afternoon. The company warned that noise may be heard and said rescue and security services have been notified.

Ynet

Culture·27m ago

Chabad to Publish Lubavitcher Rebbe’s English Correspondence Archive for the First Time

Chabad’s Kehot publishing house will publish the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s full English correspondence archive for the first time. The project may last 10 to 20 years, and the first volume of 214 letters is set for release after the upcoming Tishrei holidays.

Ynet

Security·28m ago

Truck Driver Charged in Fatal Gas Station Runover After Argument

Michael Cohen, a 55-year-old truck driver from Haifa, was indicted Thursday for negligent homicide after fatally hitting 81-year-old Gabi Kamin at a gas station near Nir Banim. Police say the deadly incident followed an argument that started inside the station’s convenience store and continued outside.

Channel 13·+2 outlets · 100% center

Economy·28m ago

Tourism Industry Sees Narrow Window to Bring Visitors Back to Israel

Israel’s inbound tourism industry says easing travel warnings in several countries may create a short window to revive foreign visits. Officials want urgent government action, including aviation incentives and a coordinated recovery plan, before the opportunity fades.

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Culture·34m ago

Katherine LaNasa Says Dennis Hopper’s Ghost Still Visits Her

Katherine LaNasa says the ghost of her ex-husband Dennis Hopper haunted her for a period and later appeared to her in a dream. She discussed the experience in W magazine, linking it to their past marriage and shared son Henry.

Ynet

General·34m ago

A Column Argues That Jewish Difference Is a Strength, Not a Problem

A Hebrew opinion column argues that Jewish people are inherently different and that accepting those differences is essential to unity. It uses Purim and biblical references, plus a recent sheva berachot celebration, to show that diversity can be a source of shared joy.

Srugim

Sports·34m ago

Portugal Draw Sparks Criticism of Ronaldo and Martinez

Portugal drew 1-1 with the Republic of the Congo in the 2026 World Cup, prompting criticism of Cristiano Ronaldo and coach Roberto Martinez. Ronaldo was ineffective, while Martinez said he still liked the team’s attitude and insisted it must improve.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center

Security·36m ago

Court Extends Detention of Suspect Seen Assaulting Female Detective at Ultra-Orthodox Protest

A court extended by one day the detention of a 26-year-old suspect filmed assaulting a female detective at an ultra-Orthodox protest on Route 4. Police said he attacked while officers were trying to remove a protester blocking the road, causing the detective injury.

Ynet·+1 outlet · 50% center

Politics·36m ago

Filber Says Israel Would Not Withdraw From South Lebanon, Even if It Means Clashing With Washington

Shlomo Filber said Israel will not agree to withdraw from southern Lebanon, even if that creates a confrontation with the United States. He also urged caution about judging the U.S.-Iran understanding and defended Donald Trump’s long record of support for Israel.

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World·37m ago

Trump Defends Iran Deal by Pointing to Record Stock Market

Donald Trump defended the Iran agreement he signed after the G7 summit at Versailles. He brushed aside criticism of the deal, citing a record stock market and falling oil prices as proof of success.

Srugim

Politics·38m ago

Ben Shapiro Says Emerging Iran Nuclear Deal Is a Total Capitulation

Ben Shapiro said an emerging U.S.-Iran nuclear memorandum is a surrender that abandons key American goals. He argued it fails to halt enrichment, leaves missiles and terrorism unaddressed, and gives Iran sanctions relief and economic gains.

Kikar HaShabbat

General·45m ago

Panel Warns Women in Armored Corps Pilot Could Damage Haredi and Religious Draft Arrangements

A panel on Serugim debated the IDF’s pilot to integrate women into the Armored Corps after a rabbinic letter stirred backlash. Speakers warned the move could harm hesder service, military readiness, and the future of religious frameworks in the army.

Srugim·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning

General·46m ago

20-Year-Old Sentenced to 6.5 Years for Hammer Attack Driven by Jealousy

The Central District Court in Lod sentenced Zohar Goder, 20, to 6.5 years in prison for a hammer attack driven by jealousy. He also must pay 50,000 shekels to the victim.

Ynet

Sports·46m ago

Near-Sellout Expected for Game 2 of the Tel Aviv Derby

Hapoel Tel Aviv will host Maccabi Tel Aviv in Game 2 of the playoff final tonight at 8:50 p.m. Maccabi lead the series 1-0 after a 96-75 win in Game 1. About 9,000 fans are expected at Menora Mivtachim Arena.

N12·+2 outlets · 67% center

Economy·47m ago

Binance Faces Possible EU Ban as Licensing Bid Nears Rejection

Reuters reported that Binance is likely to lose its authorization to serve customers across the EU after its licensing bid is expected to be rejected. If confirmed, the move would block the crypto exchange from operating across the bloc starting in July and could affect millions of European users.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center

Politics·51m ago

Naama Lazimi's Old Blondes Look Resurfaces Online

A resurfaced Instagram post shows MK Naama Lazimi with blond hair years before her current look. The article traces her Labor Party rise from Haifa politics and says she later entered the Knesset despite Labor winning only seven seats in 2021.

Walla

Sports·52m ago

Omer Peretz says he did not expect Hapoel Petah Tikva’s budget to rise

Omer Peretz said Hapoel Petah Tikva’s budget did not rise for the new season, despite expectations. In a Sport 5 interview published June 18, 2026, he discussed last season’s playoff success, summer transfer speculation, and the influence of his late father, Viki Peretz.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center

Culture·53m ago

Rabbi Nachman: The Red Heifer Teaches Us to Find Our Inner Good

A Hasidic commentary on the red heifer says its lesson is to find the good point within yourself. The article argues that self-judgment softens through favorable self-assessment, which leads to purity, repentance, and spiritual rise. It also warns against both despair and arrogance.

Kikar HaShabbat

Security·53m ago

Ukraine Strikes Moscow and Tightens Pressure on Crimea

Ukraine carried out a major drone attack on Russia, hitting a Moscow-area refinery and disrupting flights at the capital’s airports. At the same time, Ukraine stepped up pressure on Crimea by striking supply routes, worsening fuel and goods shortages there.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center

Health·54m ago

Israeli Discount Chain Seeks to Reverse Closure Orders Over Suspected Sedative-Tainted Baby Food

Zol u’Vagadol asked Jerusalem court to overturn closure orders on two Jerusalem branches after sedatives were found in fruit puree linked to hospitalized toddlers. The company says the shutdowns are disproportionate, while Health Ministry orders cite an unlicensed business and poor sanitary conditions.

Kan News·+1 outlet · 50% center

Sports·54m ago

Germany Starts 2026 World Cup in Style, But Questions Remain

Germany began the 2026 World Cup with a 7-1 rout of Curaçao, but the article says the team still faces a long rebuilding road after 12 years of disappointment. It highlights coach Julian Nagelsmann, Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz as the main reasons for optimism.

Ynet

Security·54m ago

Second Complaint Filed Against Gaur Levy Over Secret Filming of Young Woman

A second complaint was filed against Gaur Levy, a 25-year-old Tel Aviv resident already under investigation for alleged rape and secret filming. His lawyer denied the accusations, while police said the inquiry is in its final stage and that store cameras supported one filming allegation.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center

Economy·55m ago

Jerusalem Bars Turn World Cup Viewing into Citywide Festival

Jerusalem is turning 16 bars into World Cup viewing hubs with screenings, events, panels and prizes. The city is also offering a digital fan passport and a grand prize trip to Euro 2028. Officials say the project is meant to boost local businesses and create a shared citywide football experience.

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