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Politics·6m ago

Bennett and Lapid Hold Emergency Meeting After Poll Drop

Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid convened an emergency joint meeting on Thursday in Ra’anana with all Yesh Atid MKs and Bennett’s candidates. The meeting followed a polling drop and reports of internal division, and focused on campaign strategy and digital operations.

Kan News
Politics·6m ago

Transport Minister Pushes to Freeze Fare Indexation Before Elections

Israel’s Transport Ministry says Miri Regev is seeking to end automatic fare indexation for public transport, a move that could freeze prices before the elections. The decision would need broader government approval, while a planned July 1 fare update has now been delayed.

Calcalist·+2 outlets · 50% center
General·8m ago

Haifa panel to review new Druze town, with Yavor Junction leading the shortlist

Haifa’s district planning committee will review next week a long-delayed plan for a new Druze town, with Yavor Junction currently ranked highest among five possible sites. The proposal envisions about 1,000 homes on 600 dunams, while the same article also reported strong demand for land near Route 6 and new Ramat Gan renewal approvals.

Globes
Sports·11m ago

Barcelona Worries Rashford’s World Cup Form Could Price Him Out of a Move

Marcus Rashford’s goal for England at the World Cup has boosted his value and complicated Barcelona’s hopes of keeping him. Barcelona had let its 30 million euro buy option expire, while Manchester United now wants a permanent sale and values him at about 46 million euros. Rashford wants to stay, but his future depends on Barcelona meeting United’s terms soon.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·12m ago

Supreme Court Signals Fresh Vote on State Comptroller Election

Israel’s High Court suggested that the Knesset redo its election for state comptroller because of concerns over vote secrecy. Justice Noam Sohlberg said the panel may issue a show-cause order and gave the parties until Sunday to respond.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·15m ago

Seven More Charged Over Bat Yam Lynching from Operation Guardian of the Walls

The Tel Aviv District Court filed a combined indictment against seven more defendants over a Bat Yam lynching during Operation Guardian of the Walls. Judge Sarit Zamir said most acted from nationalist and racist motives and convicted them of terrorism-related offenses. The attack targeted Saeed Musa of Ramla, who was severely injured after being pulled from his car and beaten by a mob.

Ynet·+3 outlets · 100% center
General·17m ago

Man Seriously Injured in Fall at Sapir Junction Worksite

A man in his 30s was seriously injured after apparently falling from a height while working at Sapir Junction. Magen David Adom evacuated him to Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba.

Ynet·+1 outlet · 50% center
Culture·20m ago

Paul McCartney at 84: From Liverpool Boy to Living Music Legend

Paul McCartney, born in Liverpool in 1942, is being marked on his 84th birthday as one of music’s most influential figures. The article recounts his meeting with John Lennon, the Beatles era, Wings, his knighthood, wealth, activism, and the long-running “Paul is dead” conspiracy theory.

Srugim
World·24m ago

Passenger Battery Starts Smoking on China Domestic Flight, Forcing Emergency Landing

A Tianjin Airlines domestic flight in China made an emergency landing on Tuesday after a passenger’s rechargeable battery overheated and filled the cabin with smoke. Flight attendants extinguished the fire with mineral water bottles, and no one was hurt. The incident has renewed concerns about lithium battery safety on planes.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·26m ago

Two Men Indicted Over Drone-Smuggled Drugs and Cigarettes Into Gaza

South District prosecutors indicted Hani Hamidi and Marwan Ahmidi for allegedly smuggling drugs and cigarettes into Gaza by drone. The case says the scheme was planned about a month ago, during a ceasefire while IDF forces were still active in the Strip.

Ynet
Politics·27m ago

Iran Releases Understanding With the United States

Iran’s foreign minister, Massoud Pezeshkian, published a signed understanding between Iran and the United States on Thursday. The article gives no details about the agreement’s terms or next steps.

Kan News
Politics·29m ago

Supreme Court Judges Suggest Re-vote on State Comptroller

Israel’s Supreme Court judges suggested a repeat vote for the state comptroller after hearing petitions. Justice Noam Sohlberg said the parties would receive a response by Sunday.

Ynet·+10 outlets · 60% center
World·29m ago

Former Hamas Member Says the Land of Israel Belongs to the Jews

Former Hamas member Iehab Omar says a 13-year personal transformation led him to reject anti-Jewish indoctrination and acknowledge Jewish historical claims to the land. In an interview with Srugim, he says he fled Bethlehem for Germany, fears return to the West Bank, and is seeking help from Israel after Germany rejected his asylum bid.

Srugim
World·31m ago

Two Israelis drugged in Lima and robbed while unconscious for 17 hours

Yoav Paz and Oren Avidan say they were drugged by two women they met in Lima, Peru, and woke up 17 hours later after thieves emptied their hostel room. The Israelis were taken to a hospital, filed a police complaint, and are warning others after losing all their belongings.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Health·33m ago

Holon Father Says Two Children Became Unusually Drowsy After Eating Frinok Baby Food

A Holon father says two of his young children became abnormally sleepy after eating Frinok fruit puree, and improved after he stopped giving it to them. Israel’s Health Ministry is investigating suspected benzodiazepine contamination in some jars sold in Jerusalem, but says there is still no proof of a factory defect or a general recall.

Walla·+9 outlets · 56% center
Politics·35m ago

Quiet Betrayal? New Nuclear Deal Leaves Israel Exposed to Iran

A Hebrew report warns that a new Trump-Iran understanding could leave Israel exposed, because Washington and Jerusalem are deeply split on how to handle Tehran’s nuclear threat. The article says 60 days remain to decide the fate of 440 kilograms of 60% enriched uranium, but key enforcement details are still unresolved.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·35m ago

Why Trump May Be Seeking a Deal With Iran, and What It Could Mean for Israel

The article says Trump’s apparent drift toward a costly deal with Iran has alarmed Israelis and may reflect age-related decline, Chinese leverage, advisers’ Gulf business interests, or U.S. domestic politics. It also links the timing to Trump’s push for a grand 250th independence anniversary in 2026.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet
Culture·35m ago

Bnei Brak Was Not Always Ultra-Orthodox, New Book Shows

Dr. Menachem Keren-Karz’s new book argues that Bnei Brak became a Haredi city only in the last few decades. The book cites archival evidence of a much more mixed religious, civic, and even sporting past. It also says the broader Haredi world changed dramatically in its attitudes toward work, the state, and public protest.

Kikar HaShabbat
General·35m ago

Opinion Urges Legal Offensive Against Police Violence in Ultra-Orthodox Protests

An Israeli opinion article says ultra-Orthodox protesters should stop relying on local fixers and begin suing abusive police officers. It argues that police violence at demonstrations, including ripped clothing, stun grenades, and humiliation, can be curbed only by coordinated legal pressure.

Kikar HaShabbat
General·36m ago

Final Column Urges Hope for Singles Facing Health Challenges

The final column in the “Zivug Agum” series encourages singles, especially those with medical backgrounds, not to lose hope. It cites Jeremiah’s prophecy of renewed joy and announces that the writer himself became engaged last week.

Kikar HaShabbat
Culture·36m ago

From Durian to Buddha's Hand, a Tour of the World's Strangest Fruits

A magazine feature examines extraordinary fruits and the biological tricks behind them. It highlights durian, Monstera deliciosa, jaboticaba, Buddha’s hand citron, and kiwano, plus several other exotic species. The article links their odd chemistry and appearance to survival, cuisine, and cultural symbolism.

Kikar HaShabbat
General·36m ago

Children Need Clear Instructions, Not Hints

The article says children need direct, concrete instructions, not hints or vague praise. Through examples from Shabbat, a Passover lesson, and everyday parenting, it argues that clear wording helps children understand and succeed. The author is Rabbi Asher Gruzman of the Razi-Li Talmud Torah in Bnei Brak.

Kikar HaShabbat
General·36m ago

Why Rest Triggers Guilt, and Why Doing Nothing Can Help the Brain

The article says many people feel guilty when they rest because modern hustle culture ties self-worth to productivity. It argues that deliberate idleness helps the brain create, process emotions, and solve problems, and it offers practical ways to relearn rest.

Kikar HaShabbat
General·36m ago

A Match Nearly Collapsed Over a Hidden Smartphone

A yeshiva student says a promising match nearly collapsed when the woman revealed a hidden, filtered smartphone during their third date in Jerusalem. She said she concealed it to avoid stigma, while he later realized he was worried about the judgment he might face if others found out.

Kikar HaShabbat
Culture·36m ago

Why Parents Should Watch Their Own Behavior, Not Just Their Children's Ears

The second episode of the "Madabrim Al Chinuch" podcast says children learn more from their parents’ behavior than from their words. It uses a story about the Chazon Ish to argue that anger and inconsistency teach lessons too, and urges parents to model the values they want at home. The article says parents need not be perfect, but must turn their own failures into educational moments.

Kikar HaShabbat
Economy·36m ago

What to Check Before Buying Land, and the Warning Signs Sellers Won't Mention

A real estate column warns investors in Kiryat Ata to verify land deals carefully before buying. It explains the difference between direct tabu ownership and purchase groups, and says buyers should demand a tabu extract, a Standard 22 appraisal, and their own lawyer. The writer cites a failed January 2024 tender for about 5,200 units as evidence that promised appreciation is far from guaranteed.

Kikar HaShabbat
General·36m ago

How a Hidden Bag of Clothes Exposed a Son’s Double Life, and Saved Him

Israeli father Aharon says his family discovered their eldest son Nati was leading a hidden double life after finding colorful clothes in his closet. Instead of confronting him harshly, they followed expert advice, responded with unconditional love, and say he eventually returned to Torah-observant life by choice.

Kikar HaShabbat
General·36m ago

After 25 Years of Marriage, a Hidden Childhood Trauma Explodes in Therapy

Mordechai Rot describes a 50-year-old man whose 25-year marriage is repeatedly collapsing because both spouses carry severe childhood trauma. Rot argues that only deep individual therapy, not standard couples counseling, can break the cycle of conflict and protect the family.

Kikar HaShabbat
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Sports22:30 · 14h ago

Son Heung-min faces Mexico as Switzerland seek first win of the day

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Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
The story · English

South Korea meet host Mexico at 4:00 a.m. on Thursday night into Friday in Group 1, with the spotlight on Son Heung-min. The former Tottenham and current Los Angeles FC winger will turn 34 in three weeks and, despite no longer being the same ruthless attacker and scoring less for his national team, remains South Korea’s central figure. Coach Hong Myung-bo still relies on him to guide the attack, create chances and deliver for teammates.

Son’s recent numbers point to a dip in sharpness. He has not scored in MLS since October 2025, and that drop was visible against Czechia, when he led all players with six shots but lacked accuracy and was replaced in the 69th minute. His substitute, Oh Eon-gyu, scored the winner. Even so, Son’s passing remains exceptional, and reports say he may play deeper against Mexico, behind the striker, to feed the forwards with smart balls. If that plan works, the hosts will need answers.

In the other Group 1 match, Czechia face South Africa at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. South Africa were poor in their opener against Mexico and will be missing two players suspended for red cards, Sphephelo Sithole and Themba Zwane. On paper, a win should be enough for Czechia to advance.

Group 2 is level after both opening games ended 1-1. Switzerland take on Bosnia and Herzegovina at 10:00 p.m. on Thursday and cannot afford another setback if they want to ease the pressure. Earlier, at 1:00 a.m. into Friday, Canada host Qatar in Vancouver. Qatar arrive after making history by earning their first World Cup point with a dramatic draw against Switzerland, while Canada are chasing a first win after drawing Bosnia in round one.

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