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Culture·15m ago

Anne Hathaway announces third pregnancy at 43

Anne Hathaway announced on Instagram that she is pregnant with her third child with husband Adam Shulman. The 43-year-old actress already has two sons, Jonathan and Jack, and the article says the news comes during a busy year that included a People honor and a new Devil Wears Prada film.

Ynet
Sports·38m ago

Haiti’s Lone Home-League Player Becomes a World Cup Symbol

Haiti’s World Cup squad includes Woodensky Pierre, the only domestic-league player, as the team returns to the tournament for the first time since 1974. His rise from gang-controlled Cité Soleil, along with visa trouble and a late U.S. clearance, has made him a symbol of the country’s struggles and hopes.

N12
Sports·38m ago

Haiti’s Local-League Standout Becomes a Symbol at the 2026 World Cup

Haiti has returned to the World Cup for the first time since 1974, with local-league midfielder Wodensky Pierre emerging as a symbolic selection. After visa trouble and training alone in Port-au-Prince, he may finally get his chance in the 2026 tournament.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Sports·40m ago

Switzerland's Water Break Sparked a Stunning 4-1 Turnaround Against Bosnia

Switzerland beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1 after a 0-0 first half, with a triple substitution after a drink break transforming the match. Johan Manzambi scored twice, including one goal two minutes after the break, and became the youngest substitute to score a World Cup brace.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Economy·41m ago

Court-Panel Ruling Boosts Compensation for Road 4 Landowners

A Central District appeals committee awarded much higher compensation to private landowners whose farmland was rezoned for Highway 4 expansion. The ruling, tied to TATL 43, may significantly increase Israel’s expropriation costs.

Globes
World·52m ago

Iran Postpones Swiss Meeting After Memorandum Signed Electronically

Iran said a Friday meeting in Switzerland was postponed after a memorandum of understanding was signed electronically. The Foreign Ministry said negotiations will continue soon through intermediaries and denied reports that the Strait of Hormuz was closed.

Kikar HaShabbat
Economy·53m ago

China Tightens Control Over Indium Exports, Raising Supply Fears

China has increased scrutiny on indium exports, a rare metal used in displays, solder and AI-related data center chips. Buyers told Reuters approvals are taking longer and customs is asking for end-user details, raising fears of future restrictions.

Calcalist
Politics·1h ago

UK Cabinet Ministers to Press Starmer for Exit Timeline

British cabinet ministers are expected to tell Keir Starmer to set a timetable for his departure. The report comes as Andy Burnham won a parliamentary seat and is seen as a possible Labour leadership rival.

Ynet
Sports·1h ago

Spain Striker Mistakenly Blocked From Team Hotel in Viral Camp Mix-Up

Borja Iglesias was briefly denied entry to Spain’s training camp in Tennessee after security failed to recognize him. The mix-up happened during Spain’s World Cup break before Sunday’s match against Saudi Arabia and ended when he called team officials from his phone.

Walla
World·1h ago

Argentine Host Resigns After False Live Report on Lionel Messi's Father

Argentine TV presenter Florencia Peña resigned after falsely reporting live that Jorge Messi, Lionel Messi’s father, had died. The Messi family denied the claim, said Jorge is recovering from heart problems, and criticized sensational media coverage.

Srugim·+3 outlets · 50% center
Sports·1h ago

Genia Barkman says the media created a false image of his career

Genia Barkman says he still belongs in Israel’s second tier and is not considering retirement. The 34-year-old, strongly associated with Nof HaGalil, says the club’s relegation to Liga Alef has left his future open, despite having one year left on his contract.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Sports·1h ago

Lamine Yamal says he is not ready for a full 90 minutes

Spain face Saudi Arabia in their second World Cup 2026 match after drawing 0-0 with Cape Verde. Lamine Yamal, who played 19 minutes in the opener while recovering from a muscle injury, said he is not ready to play a full 90 minutes.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
World·1h ago

Iran Says Talks With U.S. Depend on Lebanon Ceasefire and Sanctions Relief

Iran said its talks with the United States will not resume until fighting in Lebanon ends and key sanctions-related demands are met. Hezbollah and Lebanese officials also pressed for a ceasefire, while the latest escalation in Lebanon has killed 47 people and wounded about 100.

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

Huckabee Amplifies GOP Figure’s Claim That Trump Did Not Abandon Israel

U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee shared Mark Zell’s argument that Trump did not abandon Israel and paused confrontation with Iran for domestic political reasons. Zell said the arrangement leaves Israel free to defend itself and does not weaken U.S.-Israel ties.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
World·1h ago

Macron Says Trump Has Shifted on Netanyahu After Sharply Criticizing Israel

Emmanuel Macron sharply criticized Benjamin Netanyahu’s policies in Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon, saying Donald Trump has recently changed his stance toward the Israeli leader. He also backed diplomacy on Iran and said France is ready to help with the Strait of Hormuz, Lebanon, and nuclear talks.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·1h ago

Democrats activists attacked during leafleting in Givatayim

A Democrats campaign team was attacked during street outreach in Givatayim on Friday. Party leader Yair Golan posted video of the incident, blamed Netanyahu’s political camp for fueling incitement, and said the party would not be deterred.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·1h ago

Republican Resistance Grows as Trump Faces Backlash Over Iran Deal

Republican opposition is intensifying to a U.S.-Iran memorandum expected to be signed in Switzerland. Senior GOP lawmakers are warning that the deal empowers Iran, while the White House is struggling to contain the backlash.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Security·1h ago

Israel and Hezbollah Agree to Ceasefire as Fighting Continues in South Lebanon

Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a ceasefire set for 4:00 p.m., but the IDF said it would keep operating in southern Lebanon after renewed violations and deadly attacks. Israel responded with more than 80 strikes on Hezbollah targets, while Netanyahu and other officials vowed to keep up pressure and hold a security zone in Lebanon.

Now 14·+6 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Sports·2h ago

What the green device in Kone’s mouth was during Canada vs. Qatar

Canada midfielder Ismaël Kone suffered a severe left-leg injury in the match against Qatar. The green device seen in his mouth was Penthrox, a fast-acting inhaled painkiller used by emergency teams. It was used to quickly ease his pain during on-field treatment and transport.

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

IDF says operations continue after ceasefire reports, blames Hezbollah for violation

IDF spokesman Efi Defrin said Friday that Hezbollah violated a reported ceasefire by attacking forces in southern Lebanon. He said four fighters were killed overnight, more than 100 Hezbollah targets were struck, and the army will keep operating unless political leaders order otherwise.

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

Dor Peretz Receives Three-Year Offer from CSKA 1948 Sofia

Dor Peretz has received a three-year, net 625,000-euro-per-season offer from CSKA 1948 Sofia, adding to competing bids as he decides his future. The 31-year-old Israeli midfielder is also being pursued by Dinamo Zagreb, Maccabi Tel Aviv and other European clubs after a 19-goal season.

Walla·+4 outlets · 80% center
General·2h ago

Three Injured in Two-Car Crash in Ramla, One Moderately Hurt

Three people were hurt in a two-car crash on Israel Frenkel Street in Ramla. One 23-year-old man was moderately injured, and two men in their 20s were lightly hurt and taken to hospital.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 50% center
Security·2h ago

Israeli Journalists Blast Reported Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire

Israeli journalists criticized Reuters' report of a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, questioning its meaning and Israel's freedom to respond. They also pointed to U.S. pressure on Israel and said key details still need clarification.

Srugim
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World14:10 · 1h ago

Lebanon Says 47 Killed in Israeli Strikes Since Midnight

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Lebanon’s Health Ministry said 47 people were killed and 97 others wounded in Israeli military strikes since midnight. The ministry did not provide further details about the locations of the attacks or the identities of those killed and injured.

The statement frames the latest toll from ongoing Israeli strikes in Lebanon as reported by the country’s health authorities. No additional operational comment or response was included in the brief notice.

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