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Politics·8m ago

Emergency Sephardi rabbinic gathering in Bnei Brak calls for response to arrests and 'disrespect for Torah'

Dozens of Sephardi rabbis and institutional leaders held an emergency meeting Thursday in Bnei Brak to protest arrests of yeshiva students and perceived disrespect for Torah scholars. Senior rabbi Nissim Ben Shimon sharply criticized the attorney general and called for public awakening. The participants decided to stage a large rally in Bnei Brak on Saturday night after Parashat Balak.

Behadrei Haredim
Culture·12m ago

Shir Levi Performs His Father's Hit with Omer Cohen in Emotional Tribute

Shir Levi returned to the stage Thursday night for the first time since his father's death. He sang Yishai Levi's hit "Isha Ne'emana" with Omer Cohen at Ramat Gan Stadium before tens of thousands of fans. Cohen delivered an emotional tribute, calling Yishai Levi one of Israel's greatest and most important singers.

Ynet·+1 outlet · 50% center
General·18m ago

Essay Says Pressure on Yeshiva Students Should Strengthen Torah Study

A Hebrew essay by Rabbi Chaim Moshe Katz says yeshiva students under pressure should view their study hall as protection and pride. It argues that even amid public hostility, remaining in yeshiva strengthens Jewish identity and helps Torah flourish.

Behadrei Haredim
Security·22m ago

Cabinet Minister Says Iran's Regime Will Fall

Gila Gamliel said in Petah Tikva on Thursday that Israel will not allow Iran to get nuclear weapons. She added that Iran's current regime will fall, against the backdrop of ongoing cabinet discussions and regional security tensions.

Srugim
Politics·25m ago

The Lebanon Lesson: Why Israel Should Avoid Another Withdrawal

A commentary argues Israel must not withdraw from Lebanon again and should deepen its security zone against Hezbollah. It says Netanyahu should resist any U.S. pressure to scale back operations and that the IDF must keep acting aggressively to protect northern communities.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Sports·26m ago

Lundberg's Aggression Powers Maccabi Tel Aviv in the Final

Iffe Lundberg starred for Maccabi Tel Aviv in the Israeli Basketball Premier League final. The Danish guard scored 17 points, drew eight fouls, and set personal and club highs at the free-throw line. His third-quarter surge helped Maccabi build a large lead over the Reds.

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

Noam Shazeer Leaves Google Again, Joins OpenAI

AI researcher Noam Shazeer has left Google and joined OpenAI. The move follows Google’s unusual $3 billion effort to bring him back in 2024, after he previously left to found a successful chatbot startup.

Now 14·+5 outlets · 75% center
World·32m ago

Iran says Hormuz traffic will expand gradually for safety reasons

Iran's Supreme National Security Council said traffic through the Strait of Hormuz will increase gradually after a U.S. memorandum of understanding. It said safety risks require ships to follow assigned routes and times to prevent maritime accidents.

Ynet
Politics·35m ago

Ultra-Orthodox Studio Clash Erupts Over Schur-Zionism and a 50-Shekel Note

An argument on the ultra-Orthodox show "Black Kippahs" escalated when a Jerusalem Faction representative waved a 50-shekel bill to attack Zionism and the Israeli state. He cited poet Shaul Tchernichovsky’s marriage to a Christian woman as proof of what he called the state’s ideological confusion. The segment, hosted by Yossi Sargovsky, sparked online attention.

Kikar HaShabbat
Sports·35m ago

Liverpool's €100 Million Bid for Yan Diomande Rejected

Liverpool reportedly offered RB Leipzig €100 million for 19-year-old Yan Diomande, but Leipzig rejected the bid. Leipzig want €120 million and expect Paris Saint-Germain to compete for the Ivory Coast forward.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
World·40m ago

Iranian Leadership Split Nearly Derailed Last-Minute Deal Approval

A New York Times report says infighting in Iran almost blocked approval of a memorandum of understanding. After the Israeli strike in Beirut, Iran considered freezing the signing and preparing a missile response, but Qatari pressure helped keep the deal alive.

Behadrei Haredim·+2 outlets · 67% center
Security·44m ago

Israel Sues Killers of Soldier Moshe Tamam, 41 Years After His Murder

Israel has filed a roughly 2 million shekel civil suit in Haifa against four convicted PFLP members and the heirs of a deceased fifth operative over the 1984 kidnapping and murder of soldier Moshe Tamam. The state wants to recover compensation paid to Tamam’s parents and future payments, arguing the killers should bear the costs of their crime.

Walla·+6 outlets · 71% right-leaning
Politics·50m ago

Iran Deal Exposes Deep Republican Rift Over Trump’s Foreign Policy

A new U.S.-Iran understanding has triggered an open split among Republicans, with Trump allies divided between America First isolationists and hawkish Iran hardliners. The article says Trump is being criticized from both right and left, and the fight could shape the GOP before the midterms.

Now 14
Sports·51m ago

Switzerland Face Bosnia in First-Ever Meeting at World Cup 2026

Switzerland and Bosnia met at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles in their first official encounter, both after opening 1-1 draws in World Cup 2026 Group B. Switzerland made lineup changes under Murat Yakin, while Bosnia welcomed back Edin Dzeko and sought a 10th straight unbeaten match.

Walla
General·54m ago

Art Judaica Opens ‘Heichal Reuven’ Showroom in Ceramic Ceremony in Yavne

Art Judaica opened its new Yavne showroom hall, “Heichal Reuven,” in a ceremony honoring Rabbi Reuven Sharon. Religious leaders and local officials praised the company’s global Judaica work, while executives said it now carries about 5,000 products and adds 1,500 a year.

Behadrei Haredim
Tech·57m ago

Commodore Unveils Retro Flip Phone Meant to Curb Screen Addiction

Commodore is launching the Callback 8020, a retro-style foldable phone aimed at reducing screen addiction. The device, due later this year, blocks browsers and social media at the system level but still supports apps like WhatsApp, Maps and Spotify. Prices will range from $500 to $640, and reactions have been mixed.

Now 14
Security·1h ago

Tel Aviv Pepper-Spray Robbery Suspect Faces Prosecutor’s Notice

Police filed a prosecutor’s notice against a 35-year-old Ramla resident suspected of a violent robbery in southern Tel Aviv. He allegedly sprayed pepper gas at a man in his 50s and stole property worth about 500,000 shekels near the Central Bus Station on June 5.

Walla
Politics·1h ago

Interior Ministry Chief Demands Big Fashion Glilot Close on Shabbat

Interior Ministry Director General Israel Ozen ordered Ramat HaSharon to enforce its bylaw banning business openings on rest days, effectively requiring Big Fashion Glilot to close on Shabbat and holidays. The city is seeking retroactive approval to legalize weekend openings, but the ministry says the existing law remains in force until Interior Minister approval is granted.

Srugim·+5 outlets · 67% center
Politics·1h ago

Guy Maroz blasts Trump on Channel 14, calling him unfit for office

Guy Maroz attacked Donald Trump on Channel 14 Thursday night, calling him mentally unfit and saying he reached the White House by mistake. He also praised Benjamin Netanyahu as “really a brilliant man” by comparison, while saying Netanyahu erred by relying on Trump.

Now 14
Culture·1h ago

Journalist Oren Nahari wins lifetime achievement award

Oren Nahari won B'nai B'rith's lifetime achievement award for diaspora coverage on Thursday night. The 70-year-old veteran foreign-affairs journalist continues working despite a muscular degeneration illness, and two other journalists also received awards.

Kan News
General·1h ago

Aaron's Death as a Model of Elevation That Continues in Others

A Torah essay by Rav Dov Liel interprets Aaron’s death on Mount Hor as a planned transition from one generation of leadership to the next. It says Aaron’s elevation is meaningful only because Eleazar continues his priestly service, marking the end of the wilderness era and the move toward entry into the Land of Israel.

Behadrei Haredim
Security·1h ago

Police officials lash out at Ben Gvir over stun grenade review after ultra-Orthodox protest

Police officers condemned National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir after he ordered an urgent review of stun grenade use in protests. The dispute followed the ultra-Orthodox demonstration on Route 4 and police violence there. Ben Gvir said stun grenades should be limited to exceptional, regulated cases or removed from police use.

Behadrei Haredim·+7 outlets · 63% right-leaning
Politics·1h ago

Trump Tells Israelis to Back Iran Deal, Downplays Remaining Uranium Stockpiles

Donald Trump addressed Israelis overnight in a Kan News interview about the emerging nuclear deal with Iran. He said the main threat had been removed and urged support for the agreement, while dismissing concerns about Iran’s remaining enriched uranium stockpiles.

Srugim·+2 outlets · 100% right-leaning
General·1h ago

Ahar Sarah draws dozens of parents to Betar Illit information night

Dozens of parents attended an Ahar Sarah information night in Betar Illit this week to learn about disability housing, employment, and rehabilitation services. The event, expanded because of high demand, led to many family inquiries and was described by the organization as part of a wider outreach campaign.

Behadrei Haredim
Economy·1h ago

Lawyer Urges Interest-Free State Loans to Prevent Small Business Collapse

Israeli small businesses are drowning in debt, with Bank of Israel data showing non-financial business debt at a record 1.51 trillion shekels. Attorney Yosef Weitzman says the state should offer interest-free loans and faster aid to prevent widespread collapse.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
World·1h ago

Trump Calls for a Broad Ceasefire, Including Lebanon, as Vance Rebukes Israeli Ministers

Donald Trump said he expects a comprehensive ceasefire on all fronts, including Lebanon, and urged the region to let talks with Iran advance. His remarks followed a public attack by Vice President J.D. Vance on Israeli ministers, while Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli forces will remain in southern Lebanon for security reasons.

Mako·+4 outlets · 60% center
Security·1h ago

36-Year-Old Suspect Arrested After Brutal Attack on Young Woman in Azor

Israeli police arrested a 36-year-old Arab suspect overnight after a video showed him brutally attacking a woman in her 20s in Azor. He was located at his home in Dahariya near Hebron and taken to Holon for questioning. Police plan to seek an extension of his detention.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 50% center
Economy·1h ago

Caliber App Connects Israelis With Vetted Tradespeople and Service Businesses

Caliber, founded by Binyahu Gamarsani and Maor Ben Yaakov, is an Israeli app that matches customers with available service professionals and businesses. The company says it offers price comparison, verified reviews and post-job quality control, while also helping small businesses get direct leads without heavy advertising costs.

Behadrei Haredim
Culture·1h ago

Mike Myers Returns as Shrek, While Ariana Grande Sparks Online Concern

Mike Myers will return as Shrek in the franchise’s fifth film, which also adds Zendaya to the voice cast and features upgraded animation. The article separately notes an online controversy over Ariana Grande’s thin appearance and says an Israeli band is trending on TikTok.

Channel 13
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Mike Myers Returns as Shrek, While Ariana Grande Sparks Online Concern

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Translated & summarized from Channel 13 by baba
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Mike Myers, the Canadian-American actor, is returning to voice Shrek in the fifth film in the franchise. The new movie will show the green ogre with an expanded family, and the original cast is being joined by Zendaya, who will voice one of the trio of children in the Shrek family.

The article also says the animation has received a significant upgrade for the new installment. No release date is given, but the piece presents the film as the next chapter in a long-running series that is bringing back familiar voices while adding a major new star.

In a separate entertainment note, social media is buzzing over Ariana Grande's slim appearance. The article says the singer has become the subject of an online storm, with the discussion centered on concern about her weight. It also mentions an Israeli band that is gaining traction on TikTok, though it does not name the group in the text provided.

Read the original at Channel 13