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Economy·1m ago

Israel's Small Businesses Face Debt Surge and Call for Interest-Free State Loans

Bank of Israel data show non-financial business debt in Israel rose by 110 billion shekels in one year to a record 1.51 trillion. Attorney Yosef Weitzman says rejected aid requests and high-interest credit are pushing small businesses toward collapse, and he calls for interest-free state loans.

Kikar HaShabbat
World·3m ago

Texas highway crash debris cleared after fatal private plane breakup

Crews in Texas cleared the wreckage of a Cessna 680A business jet that crashed and split apart overnight between Tuesday and Wednesday. One person died, the other passengers were rescued, and a car hit by the plane on the highway had occupants who survived and were hospitalized.

Kikar HaShabbat
Culture·4m ago

Shuki Salomon and Rabbi Yishai Valis discuss Parashat Chukat

A video segment features Shuki Salomon in conversation with Rabbi Yishai Valis about Parashat Chukat. They discuss faith, punishment, and when to speak softly or firmly, in a 6:38 video produced with photo credit to Kobi Lasri and Avinoam Yagov.

Kikar HaShabbat
Sports·7m ago

Israel opens its Olympic judo qualifying campaign in Mongolia

Israel begins the judo Olympic qualifying period Friday at the Mongolia Grand Slam, with 15 athletes entered. Raz Hershko, Timna Nelson Levy, Itzhak Ashpiz and Yuli Alma Mishiner are among the world’s top-ranked Israelis, while Inbar Lanir is sidelined after shoulder surgery.

Mako
Sports·7m ago

Israel Begins Olympic Judo Qualification in Mongolia

The Mongolia Grand Slam opens the Olympic judo qualifying race for Los Angeles 2028 on Friday. Israel will send 15 judokas, led by world No. 1 Raz Hershko and world No. 2 Timna Nelson Levy. Inbar Lanir has undergone shoulder surgery and will be sidelined for months.

N12
Culture·19m ago

Footballers' tunnel walk turns the World Cup into a fashion runway

The 2026 World Cup has turned football players into high-profile fashion vehicles, with brands dressing teams and stars for global visibility. Spain, France and England are central examples, while luxury and sportswear labels use players' social media reach to market beyond traditional football fans.

Calcalist
Security·20m ago

Ukraine hits major Russian oil facilities a day after Trump-Iran deal

Ukraine launched one of its biggest strikes since the invasion, hitting key Russian oil and gas infrastructure in Moscow. The attack came less than a day after Trump signed an Iran memorandum aimed at lowering fuel prices. Zelensky said Ukraine’s “long-term sanctions” on Russia’s oil industry had reached Moscow.

Srugim
Sports·22m ago

Kane's penalty tactic draws scrutiny after England beat Croatia

Harry Kane's penalty technique was criticized after England's 4-2 win over Croatia in the 2026 World Cup context. Kane scored again on a retaken spot kick after Dominik Livakovic moved off his line too early, and he said video analysis helped him anticipate the goalkeeper's move.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
General·24m ago

Japan stages unusual school bear drill after surge in attacks

Japan held an emergency drill in Yaita, Tochigi Prefecture, using a man in a bear costume to simulate a bear entering a school. The exercise came after bear attack casualties in 2025 reached a record 238 people, prompting wider nationwide preparedness efforts.

Kikar HaShabbat
General·24m ago

NASA teams with Relativity Space on new Mars atmospheric mission

NASA and Relativity Space, owned by Eric Schmidt, plan the Aeolus Mars orbiter for launch in 2028. The mission will study Mars’s winds, temperatures, dust and clouds, replacing the now-ended MAVEN spacecraft and supporting future landings.

Walla
Culture·27m ago

What Creativity Means in the AI Era

The article reviews Alon Michaeli Mulian’s book AIvertising, which examines AI’s role in advertising, marketing and creativity. It says AI will not replace human creators, but can significantly support them. The review highlights the book’s clear structure, practical insights and final guidance for readers hesitant to work with AI.

Globes
Security·27m ago

Israeli Prosecutors Indict Two Men Over Drone Smuggling Into Gaza

Israel indicted Hani Hamidi and Marwan Ahmidi for allegedly smuggling cannabis, hashish and cigarettes into Gaza by drone. Prosecutors say the drones could aid terrorism, and police arrested the suspects after a failed escape near Golani Junction.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 50% center
General·27m ago

UAE to Restrict Social Media Use to Users 15 and Older

The United Arab Emirates will restrict social media use to people age 15 and older. The Government Media Office said private account use will be banned and full platform access limited. The UAE is the first Arab country to adopt such rules.

Ynet
Economy·28m ago

Apple Signals Higher iPhone and Mac Prices Are Coming

Tim Cook told The Wall Street Journal that Apple will likely raise prices soon because higher supply-chain costs can no longer be absorbed. The iPhone 18 family and later Apple laptops and tablets are expected to be affected, as memory and component shortages pressure the whole industry.

Walla·+3 outlets · 50% center
General·29m ago

Haifa court blocks auction of Holocaust artifacts in Israel

Haifa Magistrate’s Court barred auction house Paamonim from selling Holocaust artifacts after a petition by Yad Ezer Lechaver. The judge said there was a real risk the items would vanish from public view, and the NGO said they belong in a Holocaust museum.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 50% center
Security·35m ago

Additional complaint filed against Tel Aviv man accused of filming woman in fitting room

A new complaint has been filed against Gur Levy, a 25-year-old Tel Aviv resident already suspected of sexual offenses and privacy breaches. At a Tel Aviv Magistrate’s Court hearing, police said he partly admitted involvement but denied sending an intimate video, while investigators say messages indicate otherwise.

Ynet·+2 outlets · 100% center
Tech·36m ago

Google Launches Gemini Spark in Israel, an AI Agent That Works in the Background

Google has launched Gemini Spark in Israel, a personal AI agent for Ultra subscribers that can work autonomously with Gmail, Google Docs and Google Calendar. It can analyze spending, summarize newsletters, organize information and keep processing tasks in the cloud, while sensitive actions still require user approval.

Behadrei Haredim
Health·36m ago

Experimental drug may help preserve muscle during weight loss injections

An experimental drug, Apitegromab, may help preserve muscle in people using obesity injections for weight loss. In a Nature Medicine study of 102 adults, it helped participants keep about 1.9 kilograms more lean mass, but experts said the results are still preliminary.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Sports·38m ago

Tuchel Gives England the One Thing It Lacked: Calm Under Pressure

England beat Croatia 4-2 in Dallas after a first half that ended 2-2. Thomas Tuchel’s team then looked calmer and more efficient, with goals from Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford sealing the win. The article says the result reflects a new mental toughness, not just better football.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 50% center
Politics·40m ago

Hegseth Breaks Silence on Iran Deal, Citing U.S. Force Behind It

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth commented publicly for the first time on the Iran deal signed overnight. He praised the role of American force in bringing Tehran to the table, but avoided discussing the agreement’s contents or stating his objections directly.

Srugim·+1 outlet · 50% center
Tech·41m ago

Inflatable Solar Lantern Aims to Replace Heavy Field Lights

ZTARX has unveiled an inflatable, waterproof field light that charges from solar power or USB and weighs just 128 grams. The device is aimed at campers, reservists, and outdoor users who need portable light without a power outlet. It can emit up to 500 lumens and, in some models, runs for up to 75 minutes per charge.

Kikar HaShabbat
General·43m ago

Community renews aid appeal for widow and orphan of Bnei Brak scholar killed in tragedy

A renewed fundraising appeal is calling for help for the widow and young son of Rabbi Yeshayahu Por, a Chazon Ish kollel scholar from Bnei Brak who died while studying. Community leaders say the family faces severe emotional and financial distress a month after the tragedy. They are asking for donations and a dedicated fund to support the family long term.

Behadrei Haredim
Politics·44m ago

Rabbi Levinstein Says Army's Female Tank Pilot Is a Pretext for Wider Integration

Rabbi Yigal Levinstein told Channel 7 that the IDF’s female armored-unit pilot is a pretext for wider mixed-gender combat integration. He said the army is lowering standards, endangering combat effectiveness, and pushing an ideology he believes must be stopped by senior political leaders.

Arutz Sheva·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Politics·44m ago

Iranian President Calls U.S. Memorandum a Historic Document

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian posted images of a memorandum of understanding with the United States on X. He called it a historic document and said peace requires mutual respect, dignity, independence, progress, and regional cooperation.

Ynet·+3 outlets · 50% center
Politics·46m ago

EU foreign policy chief responds after Gideon Sa'ar boycott threat

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas answered Gideon Sa'ar after he said he would boycott her over anti-Israel remarks. Kallas defended EU-Israel dialogue and a two-state solution, while Sa'ar said she still had not denied reports that she called Israel an “apartheid regime.”

Kikar HaShabbat
Economy·47m ago

Mekorot Raises 1.75 Billion Shekels in Bond Sale After Heavy Demand

Mekorot raised 1.75 billion shekels in its first 2026 debt offering after receiving about 3 billion shekels in demand. The bond proceeds will fund water infrastructure projects, including remote-area connections and new desalination links.

Calcalist·+1 outlet
Economy·48m ago

Hybrid Chinese SUVs Set for Israeli Launch, Including Luxury Off-Roader

Israel’s Transport Ministry records show several new models, including the ORA 5 SUV and the ROX ADAMAS, are due soon. The ORA 5 is a hybrid Chinese SUV priced from about 160,000 to 170,000 shekels, while the larger ROX ADAMAS is a luxury plug-in hybrid listed at 540,000 shekels.

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Security09:57 · 1h ago

Police Arrest Suspect in Indecent Assault on 15-Year-Old in Jerusalem Hotel

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Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
The story · English

A man suspected of committing an indecent act against a 15-year-old girl at a hotel in the Jerusalem area was arrested and charged, police said. The assault took place about three weeks ago, and the suspect fled the scene immediately afterward, prompting a prolonged search.

Investigators from the Harel Station, working with the Judea and Samaria District, conducted intensive operational and investigative efforts to locate him. Police said the suspect is a resident of the West Bank, which made finding and bringing him to trial more difficult and required special coordination between districts.

After roughly three weeks of tracking him, officers located and arrested the suspect during an operational activity while he was traveling in his vehicle. He was taken to Harel Station for questioning, and investigators quickly assembled evidence against him.

The State Prosecutor’s Office then filed an indictment for the acts attributed to him. Police said they would continue working to locate offenders and bring them to justice, including suspects who try to flee and hide.

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