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Health·28m ago

How Parenting Physically Reshapes the Brain

New studies suggest parenthood physically reshapes the brains of both mothers and fathers, strengthening empathy, decision-making, and other networks. Researchers say these changes may help protect the brain long term, though postpartum depression remains a risk. A large 2025 study also found parents of more children had stronger age-resistant brain connectivity.

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General·41m ago

William's motorcycle hobby continues to worry Kate Middleton

Prince William’s fast motorcycle hobby remains a long-running point of tension with Kate Middleton. The article says Kate worries about his safety, while William values riding as a rare escape and a form of anonymity.

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World·45m ago

Witkoff Says Iran Will Let IAEA Inspect Nuclear Sites

Steve Witkoff said Iran will invite IAEA representatives to its nuclear sites to begin work on removing enriched uranium. He said the U.S.-Iran memorandum has no side deals and published clauses keep Iran from seeking nuclear weapons while preserving its current nuclear program. Israeli officials criticized the emerging agreement as weakening pressure and military leverage.

Kan News·+2 outlets · 100% center
Politics·1h ago

Israel’s U.S. envoy says ceasefire stands unless Hezbollah breaks it

Israel’s ambassador to the United States, Yechiel Leiter, said Israel is still committed to the ceasefire agreement with Lebanon and the United States. He added that the truce will remain in place if Hezbollah does not violate it, while Israel keeps the right to respond to threats.

Ynet·+1 outlet · 50% center
Sports·1h ago

Switzerland Rout Bosnia 4-1 After Late Goal Flurry in Los Angeles

Switzerland beat Bosnia 4-1 in Los Angeles for their first win at the 2026 World Cup. After 74 goalless minutes, the teams combined for five goals in about 20 minutes, and Bosnia finished with 10 men after Tarik Muharemovic’s red card.

N12·+2 outlets · 100% center
General·1h ago

OnlyFans Creator with a Million Followers Says She Made a ‘Deal with the Dark Side’

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World·1h ago

Swiss signing ceremony in doubt as Iran, U.S. and partners spar over implementation

The planned Switzerland ceremony for the Trump-Iran agreement is in jeopardy after Pakistan and Iran complicated travel plans and Israel drew sharp criticism from U.S. leaders. Washington says the deal will be backed by inspections and further implementation documents, but the exact terms remain unsettled.

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Security·1h ago

ISIS Threatens World Cup Fans in Propaganda Message

ISIS has threatened World Cup 2026 fans in the United States with a propaganda message calling for attacks on stadium crowds. U.S. authorities say no specific plot has been identified, but security remains at the highest level around venues and fan areas.

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Politics·1h ago

Netanyahu Moves to Calm Trump White House After Ministers’ Posts

Benjamin Netanyahu has reportedly tried to calm tensions with the Trump administration after Israeli ministers criticized Donald Trump’s decisions. U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance responded with a sharp warning, saying Israel risks losing American backing if the attacks continue.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 50% center
Politics·1h ago

Likud Legal Adviser Quits Amid Forgery Scandal

Likud faction legal adviser Avi Levi resigned immediately on Thursday amid the party’s forgery scandal. Levi had previously backed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and sought to stop the new central committee meeting.

Srugim·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Sports·1h ago

Kats praises Lundberg after Maccabi Tel Aviv goes up 2-0 in the finals

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Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
General·2h ago

19-Year-Old Yeshiva Student Dies Suddenly in Bnei Brak

Yeshi Gamliel, a 19-year-old yeshiva student from Bnei Brak, died suddenly after collapsing at his grandfather’s home. He was taken to Sheba Medical Center in Tel Hashomer, where he died, and his funeral is set for Friday.

Behadrei Haredim
Sports·2h ago

Late Timeout Gamble Leaves Hapoel Tel Aviv Empty-Handed

Hapoel Tel Aviv trailed Maccabi 100-97 with 12 seconds left and used a timeout to set up a final play. Coach Dimitris Itoudis let Stefanos Dedas design it, but Yam Madar missed a difficult late three-point attempt.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Health·2h ago

Trump Officials Embrace Fermented-Food Diet Promoted by U.S. Doctor

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he lost 20 pounds in 30 days on a fermented-food diet now popular with several Trump administration figures. The plan, promoted by Dr. Shawn O'Mara, centers on sauerkraut, kimchi and grass-fed beef and has also been adopted by J.D. Vance, Howard Lutnick, Sean Duffy and Kevin McCarthy.

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Politics·2h ago

Iran Delays Nuclear-Style Talks Over Lebanon Fighting as Trump Calls for Ceasefire

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Tech·2h ago

Meta adds live-shopping tools to Facebook and Instagram

Meta is rolling out live-shopping tools on Facebook and Instagram that let businesses sell products directly from livestreams. The company is also expanding affiliate monetization for creators and expects the changes to reach Israeli users as well.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 50% center
Economy·2h ago

Apple Signals Possible Price Increases as Component Costs Surge

Apple CEO Tim Cook said rising component costs could force Apple to raise prices soon. The increase could affect the iPhone 18 lineup, Macs, tablets, and other products, as memory and storage costs surge amid AI demand.

Behadrei Haredim·+4 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Tech·2h ago

Intel and Apple reportedly near major U.S. chipmaking deal

Donald Trump said Apple and Intel have agreed on a U.S. chipmaking partnership, though details were not disclosed. The reported deal could boost Intel, ease Apple’s reliance on TSMC, and support U.S. semiconductor manufacturing.

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Politics·2h 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.

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Culture·2h 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
Politics·2h ago

Kfar Yona residents condemn huge Gur Hasidim protest near military prison

Around 20,000 Gur Hasidim protested near Military Prison 10 in Kfar Yona on Wednesday evening against the arrest of ultra-Orthodox draft evaders. Residents said the march left trash, foul odors and public sanitation issues, and argued the area has been repeatedly disrupted by such protests for years.

Ynet
General·2h 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.

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Security·2h 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·2h 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
Tech·2h 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.

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General20:13 · 2h ago

Former captive Rom Braslavski says he will wear a larger kippah

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Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
The story · English

Former captive Rom Braslavski posted a video to his Instagram story saying he has decided to switch from the small kippah he had worn until now to a larger one that covers most of his head. In the clip, he said, "I decided to take on wearing a big kippah that covers three quarters of the head, for the simple reason that I am Jewish and I am proud of it."

The statement was published on Wednesday, 18 June 2026, at 23:13. The article identifies Braslavski as a survivor of captivity and notes that he shared the message personally on social media.

No further details were given about the reason for the change beyond his explanation that the larger kippah reflects his Jewish identity and pride.

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