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Sports·5m ago

Former Maccabi Tel Aviv signee Mikkail Torrance dies at 37

Mikkail Torrance, who nearly signed with Maccabi Tel Aviv in 2010 but failed medical tests, has died at 37. He later played internationally before retiring in 2015 and working in real estate and with the U.S. military.

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World·12m ago

Huckabee Defends Israeli Strikes in Southern Lebanon After Hezbollah Violations

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee backed IDF strikes in southern Lebanon, linking them to Hezbollah violations and the killing of four Israeli soldiers. Israel’s ambassador to Washington, Yechiel Leiter, said Israel still supports the ceasefire but reserves the right to respond to threats.

Arutz Sheva·+1 outlet · 50% center
General·15m ago

New Darchi Shalom campus opens in Givat Ye'arim with ceremony and celebration

Darchi Shalom inaugurated its new dormitory and treatment complex in Givat Ye'arim at a major celebration attended by rabbis and public figures. Speakers praised the yeshiva’s educational mission, its founders, and the new campus built for each student’s needs.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Security·16m ago

French court orders rape trial for Morocco star Achraf Hakimi

A French court has ordered Paris Saint-Germain and Morocco defender Achraf Hakimi to stand trial on rape charges. Hakimi denies the allegations, saying he trusts the French justice system and is awaiting the trial calmly. The case concerns a February 25, 2023 encounter in Boulogne-Billancourt after Instagram contact.

Ynet
Security·19m ago

Fallen Battalion Commander’s Final Message to His Soldiers Resurfaces

Lt. Col. Dor Gedalia Ben Shimhon, commander of Battalion 52, was killed in combat in southern Lebanon. His first official message to soldiers, written after he took command in April, has now been published and is being remembered as a haunting testament. He urged victory, praised the battalion’s spirit, and promised support for bereaved families.

Srugim
Politics·23m ago

Police Anger Grows After Ben Gvir Orders Emergency Review of Riot Grenades

Senior Israeli police officers are furious after Itamar Ben Gvir ordered an emergency review of stun grenade use following violent policing at a Haredi protest on Route 4. Ben Gvir said the weapons should be restricted to exceptional cases, while MK Uri Maklev is promoting a parliamentary inquiry into police conduct.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·24m ago

Reuters: Iran Built a Secret Drone Network Inside Iraq

Reuters says Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have created secret cells in Iraq that answer directly to Tehran and launched at least seven drone attacks on Gulf targets between April 20 and May 17. The network is complicating Iraq’s efforts to disarm militias and improve relations with Gulf states, while Iran says support for “resistance groups” is not up for negotiation.

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General·25m ago

Palestinian suspect’s detention extended over alleged assault in Azor

A Tel Aviv court extended by four days the detention of Ali Shahin, a 36-year-old Palestinian from Dahariya near Hebron. He is suspected of assaulting a woman in her 20s in Azor and committing an indecent act by force, while police also say he entered Israel illegally.

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Security·26m ago

MK Amit Halevi calls for a radical shift against Hezbollah

After four Israeli fighters were killed in southern Lebanon, MK Amit Halevi urged a fundamental change in Israel’s approach to Hezbollah. He called for attacks on Hezbollah’s civilian, economic and institutional infrastructure, while Itamar Ben Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich also demanded a far harsher response.

Arutz Sheva
General·30m ago

Rabbi Shabtai Levi Explains the Blessing for Meat Patties with Matzo Meal

Behadrei Haredim’s daily halachic column on July 19, 2026, asked Rabbi Shabtai Levi what blessing applies to meat patties made with matzo meal and vegetables. The excerpt identifies the issue as whether to recite Shehakol or Mezonot, but does not provide the full ruling text.

Behadrei Haredim
Sports·30m ago

Xhaka Answers Critics as Switzerland Rout Bosnia 4-1

Switzerland defeated Bosnia 4-1 on Thursday after scoring all four goals in the final 20 minutes. Granit Xhaka converted the last goal from the penalty spot and celebrated by silencing critics who had accused him of creating a toxic atmosphere in the team.

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General·31m ago

Ehud Banai, the Legendary IDF Drill Sergeant and 'The Unit' Star, Dies at 76

Retired IDF Master Sergeant Ehud Banai died at 76, ending a career that made him a national military icon and a TV personality. He served for decades at Camp 80 and later volunteered in civilian and reserve roles, including during the 2023 Gaza border war. Banai lived in Netanya and was the father of four.

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Politics·31m ago

Rabbi Dov Lior Urges Return of Od Yosef Chai Yeshiva to Joseph's Tomb

Rabbi Dov Lior called on Israel’s government to return the Od Yosef Chai yeshiva to Joseph’s Tomb in Nablus and renew Jewish presence there. A separate urgent appeal by Tzvi Sukkot, Yossi Dagan, and Rabbi Yossi Elitzur asked Benjamin Netanyahu to allow the move before the elections.

Arutz Sheva
Sports·33m ago

Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces a Difficult Summer as Key Israelis May Leave

Maccabi Tel Aviv is preparing for a difficult summer as captain Dor Peretz is expected to leave, with Roy Revivo and Idan Shahar also wanting out. The club says the market is thin and will rely on Stephen Vanner to strengthen the squad with foreign signings.

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Culture·34m ago

Bobov Rebbe Recites Shema Beside Newborn Relative's Cradle

The Bobov Rebbe marked his grandfather’s yahrzeit with a tisch, then joined the brit ceremony of his great-grandson in Boro Park. The night before the brit, a Kriyas Shema ritual was held beside the newborn’s cradle.

Kikar HaShabbat
Economy·39m ago

Brexit Cut UK Growth by 6%, New Analysis Says

A new study using Bank of England company data says Brexit cut Britain’s economy by 6% over a decade. It blames roughly half the loss on post-referendum uncertainty and the rest on trade barriers after the 2021 single-market exit.

Calcalist
General·42m ago

Rabbi Elazar Leventhal: What Happens Inside My Heart?

The article poses a question about whether responsibility applies only to actions or also to thoughts. It describes this as a long-standing conflict between two worldviews and invites viewers to watch the discussion.

Arutz Sheva
Security·45m ago

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Threaten Response Amid Lebanon Strikes

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards warned they could respond with unprecedented force if commitments are broken or new demands are imposed. In an official statement, they said they are ready on land, sea and air and cast the latest understanding as an Iranian victory amid strikes in Lebanon.

Now 14
Politics·46m ago

Hewing the State Watchdog Into Place: A Fight Over Control, Not Procedure

The article says the High Court's handling of the State Comptroller reflects a wider political battle over control of institutions. It argues that the court is limiting the comptroller's power and intervening in his election, while both sides seek influence over the office.

Walla
General·48m ago

Two Motorcyclists Hurt in Tel Aviv Crash

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Kikar HaShabbat
Security·1h ago

IDF Strikes Hezbollah Infrastructure Deep in Lebanon After Deadly Night

The IDF struck Hezbollah targets across Lebanon overnight Friday, including sites in Baalbek, after four soldiers were killed and five more wounded in separate incidents. The army said it is operating only within approved areas and remains ready to escalate fighting in Lebanon or Iran.

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Health·1h ago

Suspicion of Tampering Grows as No Production Flaw Is Found in Prinook Baby Food

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Sports·1h ago

Mike James Back on the Market After Barcelona Talks Collapse

Mike James is no longer expected to sign with Barcelona after talks collapsed, reopening his market. The 35-year-old Monaco guard is seeking a team that can contend for the EuroLeague title immediately, and he will leave Monaco when his contract expires.

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Politics·1h ago

State Response to High Court Draws Scrutiny Over Police Independence

A forthcoming report alleges that an Attorney General’s representative tried to shape the police’s response to a High Court petition. The senior officer involved reportedly objected, saying the proposed wording did not fit the facts. The disclosure raises questions about police independence and possible legal consequences.

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Sports·1h ago

Dukhi Takes Over as Bnei Sakhnin Enters a New Era

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Health·1h ago

A Question About “Returning” Becomes a Lesson in Shame and Healing

Efrat Barzel writes about Shahar, a woman she met years ago in Caesarea, and the death of Shahar’s mother, Yifat. Using Shahar’s question about why people must return to difficult feelings, Barzel explains that healing comes from staying with shame and fear instead of fleeing them.

Behadrei Haredim
Politics·1h ago

Somaliland foreign minister says Israeli ties can deepen, including possible military base

Somaliland’s foreign minister said his country welcomes deeper ties with Israel, including possible military cooperation and future direct flights. He called the recent presidential visit to Israel historic, highlighted the opening of Somaliland’s embassy in Jerusalem, and said Israelis and investors are welcome in Somaliland.

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Politics·1h ago

Settlement Gains Are Real, But Key Problems Still Need Fixing

Kobi Eliraz says Israel’s current government has made major settlement gains, but critical planning, legal, and land-registration problems remain unresolved. He calls for action on blue-line homes, seizure orders, agricultural farms, young communities, inheritance verification, managed lands, and green-energy use of communal land.

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Mike James Back on the Market After Barcelona Talks Collapse

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Mike James is no longer expected to join Barcelona after negotiations between the sides broke down, according to BasketNews. The surprising development means the 35-year-old guard is once again available and is now weighing offers from teams that can contend for the EuroLeague title immediately.

James had been widely identified in recent weeks as a strong candidate for Barcelona, and many around European basketball expected the Catalan club to be his next destination. Instead, sources indicate the two sides will not continue together, reopening the market for one of the EuroLeague's most influential players.

The key condition James is said to be seeking from his next club is a realistic chance to compete for the EuroLeague championship right away. That requirement sharply narrows his options and makes him one of the most intriguing free-agent names on the market.

James is expected to leave Monaco after his contract expires at the end of the season. He has already said farewell to the club, closing a major chapter in which he became the EuroLeague's all-time leading scorer, won MVP honors, and helped Monaco establish itself among Europe's elite.

This season, James averaged 16.4 points, 6.5 assists and a 19.1 PIR across 39 EuroLeague games. He also ranked second in the league in total points created through his scoring and assists, producing 31.4 points per game and accounting for 35.4% of Monaco's total scoring.

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