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General·9m ago

How Catering Platters Simplify Family Event Hosting

The article argues that catering platters help families host events with less stress and better presentation. It says the right menu, kosher standard, and serving style can keep guests comfortable while allowing hosts to enjoy the celebration.

Behadrei Haredim
Sports·9m ago

Itoudis T echnical as Maccabi Erases Early 14-0 Deficit in Game 2 Final

Hapoel Tel Aviv led 14-0 early in Game 2 of the Israeli Basketball Premier League final, but Maccabi Tel Aviv recovered to tie it 20-20 after the first quarter. Hapoel coach Dimitris Itoudis received a technical foul after Roman Sorkin scored a layup.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
General·10m ago

Protest Outside Military Prison Turns to Celebration After Yeshiva Student Is Released

Hundreds gathered outside Military Prison 10 near Beit Lid to protest the arrest of yeshiva student Aviel Cohen, but the rally turned to celebration when his release was announced. The decision followed intensive legal work by the organization With a Holy People, and Cohen was expected to go home before Shabbat.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
General·12m ago

How Large Orthodox Families Can Move Without Chaos or Shabbat Problems

The article offers a practical guide for large families moving house, especially observant families that must avoid Shabbat conflicts. It recommends early planning, careful box labeling, child-friendly preparation, and vetted movers who can work to schedule.

Behadrei Haredim
Politics·13m ago

Trump Says He Expects a Full Ceasefire Across the Middle East Fronts

Donald Trump said the United States is committed to peace after Washington signed a memorandum of understanding with Tehran. In a Truth Social post, he said he expects a complete ceasefire on all fronts, including Lebanon, Hezbollah and Israel.

Ynet·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
General·15m ago

What to Check in a Building’s Water Systems Throughout the Year

The article explains how buildings should maintain water systems throughout the year to prevent leaks, pressure failures, corrosion, and costly damage. It recommends routine inspections of pipes, pumps, reservoirs, valves, meters, and water pressure, along with careful recordkeeping.

Behadrei Haredim
Politics·16m ago

U.S. sanctions Hezbollah official and prominent Lebanese politician

The U.S. Treasury sanctioned Hezbollah official Mahmoud Qamati and Lebanese politician Sleiman Frangieh. Frangieh had been Hezbollah’s preferred choice for Lebanon’s president, but he was not elected.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Sports·17m ago

South Africa and Czech Republic Share Points in 1-1 World Cup Draw

South Africa and the Czech Republic drew 1-1 in Atlanta in the opening match of World Cup 2026’s second round. Michal Sadilek scored early for the Czechs, Teboho Mokoena equalized from the penalty spot in the 83rd minute, and both teams now need wins to advance.

N12·+2 outlets · 100% center
Sports·20m ago

Liverpool Sign Victor Muñoz from Osasuna for €40 Million

Liverpool have signed Victor Muñoz from Osasuna after activating his €40 million release clause. The 22-year-old Spain international, who can play as a winger or left back, will sign until 2032 and leave Real Madrid with about €20 million from the transfer.

Mako·+2 outlets · 100% center
Politics·30m ago

Poll Shows Eisenkot Overtaking Bennett for the First Time

A Channel 12 poll shows Gadi Eisenkot overtaking Naftali Bennett, with 21 seats to 19, while Likud stays at 22. Eisenkot also leads Bennett in a tested joint run and beats Benjamin Netanyahu in the preferred prime minister question. The survey found strong public distrust of Donald Trump on Iran and broad criticism of Netanyahu's handling of the issue.

N12·+3 outlets · 50% center
Security·31m ago

Ondas CEO Says Israel’s Security Costs Are ‘Not Normal’ as Defense Buying Spree Accelerates

Ondas, the U.S.-listed defense holding company that bought Airobotics, says it is building cheaper, faster robotics-based security systems for Israel and the West. In his first interview, senior executive Oshri Lugassi defended the company’s rapid acquisitions, denied foreign-control concerns, and said an anti-drone solution for Lebanon could be ready within weeks.

Globes
Politics·32m ago

Gaza Stabilization Force Officers Arrive in Israel as Plan Advances Without Hamas

The Gaza Peace Council says international stabilization-force officers have arrived in Israel and more troops are coming, even though Hamas has not agreed to disarm. A logistics hub is being built at Kerem Shalom, and the operation is proceeding in coordination with Israel and without waiting for Hamas.

Ynet
Security·34m ago

Bus Driver Indicted in Death of 16-Year-Old Near Protest in Southern Israel

Southern District prosecutors have indicted Rehovot bus driver Moshe Nadav for reckless killing in the death of 16-year-old Naftali Kramer near Kiryat Gat. The case stems from a January 20 incident after an ultra-Orthodox protest, and prosecutors are also seeking to suspend Nadav’s license until the case ends.

Ynet
Culture·35m ago

Eshkol Nevo Returns With a New Novel About the October 7 Trauma

Eshkol Nevo has released “The Longest Night,” a novel about Israel’s collective pain after the October 7 massacre. The book appears while the war continues, and Nevo has also met Noga Kimchi, who inspired a central character.

Channel 13
Politics·35m ago

Poll Finds Strong Public Opposition to Trump’s Iran Deal

A News 14 poll published Thursday found that 84% of Israelis view Donald Trump’s deal with Iran as a surrender to Tehran. The survey also showed a split view of Israel’s war against Iran and strong opposition to any U.S.-pressed withdrawal from southern Lebanon.

Now 14
Security·35m ago

Religious schools halt sending students to the IDF Armored Corps

The Association of Hesder Yeshivas said it will stop sending students to the IDF Armored Corps over the integration of female soldiers. The move, backed by prominent rabbis and pre-army academy leaders, could divert hundreds or thousands of students to other units.

Now 14
Politics·38m ago

Mojtaba Khamenei says he backed U.S.-Iran deal despite objections

Mojtaba Khamenei said he personally had reservations about the U.S.-Iran deal but approved it after assurances from Iran’s National Security Council. Iran also published the deal’s terms, while parliament speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf called the agreement a defeat for the United States.

Behadrei Haredim·+4 outlets · 80% right-leaning
Economy·43m ago

Tomer Food Raises NIS 14.7 Million in Private Placement After Going Public

Tomer Food, a month after becoming public through a merger with Cepia Vision, raised NIS 14.7 million in a private placement. The company said the money will fund expansion, possible acquisitions, and balance-sheet strengthening, while investors also received warrants that could bring in another NIS 16.4 million.

Calcalist
World·46m ago

Saudi Arabia criticizes emerging U.S.-Iran deal over Strait of Hormuz plan

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud criticized the emerging U.S.-Iran deal and the proposed new system for the Strait of Hormuz. He said the arrangement is unjustified, trust in Iran is still low, and Saudi Arabia wants to restore the prewar situation and rebuild relations carefully.

Behadrei Haredim·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
World·51m ago

Mojtaba Khamenei backs Iran-US understanding after Pezeshkian pledge

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said he approved the Iran-US memorandum of understanding after President Masoud Pezeshkian pledged to uphold Iran’s position. The agreement was signed remotely overnight, and technical talks are now set to begin in Lucerne, Switzerland, for 60 days.

Walla·+4 outlets · 60% center
General·52m ago

Jerusalem college accused of charging mandatory fees for religious studies

Students at Jerusalem’s Lev Academic Center say they are being forced to pay extra annual fees for mandatory Torah studies. The Council for Higher Education says it has resumed handling complaints, while the college says participation is part of its long-standing religious-academic model.

Channel 13
Culture·55m ago

A Child Felt Invisible in Synagogue, Then Found Himself Seen

A Hebrew religious talk recounts a boy being told to give up his synagogue seat on Yom Kippur and leaving unnoticed. Rabbi Yoav Akrish uses the story, on Gimmel Tammuz, to explain how the Lubavitcher Rebbe saw people others ignored.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·56m ago

Three-Year-Old Critically Hurt After Being Thrown Into Camel Enclosure in England

Cambridgeshire police say a 3-year-old boy was thrown into a camel enclosure and is in critical but stable condition at Addenbrooke's Hospital. A 30-year-old Norfolk man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, while police investigate whether the child was also attacked by animals.

Walla·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·56m ago

Leaked U.S.-Iran Deal Appears to Give Tehran Major Gains

A Hebrew analysis says a leaked U.S.-Iran deal would heavily favor Tehran, including a U.S. withdrawal from the region and a $300 billion economic program for Iran. It argues that Iran makes only a repeated pledge not to seek nuclear weapons, while Trump gets little back.

Now 14
Politics·57m ago

Hebron Jewish Community Gets Green Light for New Dormitory Building

Hebron authorities approved a long-delayed permit for new dormitories for the Shavei Hebron yeshiva in the city’s Arab market. The project adds 1,027 square meters and 120 beds after 18 years of delays, following Smotrich’s cancellation of the Hebron Accords.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
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Original
General16:58 · 1h ago

44-Year-Old Seriously Hurt After Fall at Industrial Zone Near Kiryat Gat

Religious
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
The story · English

A 44-year-old man was seriously injured today at 7:22 p.m. after falling from a height while working at an industrial area near Kiryat Gat. He suffered injuries to his head and pelvis.

Magen David Adom teams are evacuating him to Soroka Medical Center in serious condition. No further details were provided about the circumstances of the fall.

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