Two Israelis in their 40s were killed in a single-vehicle crash near Malibu, Los Angeles. ZAKA’s international unit is assisting local authorities and the families with identification and arrangements.
Around 150 veteran Agudat Yisrael kindergarten teachers have warned Haredi lawmakers that flawed Education Ministry budgeting could trigger layoffs and the closure of dozens of kindergartens. They are demanding proper seniority-based funding, immediate “Ofek Hadash” implementation, and a freeze on dismissals.
Mor surpassed Altshuler Shaham in May to become Israel’s second-largest provident fund manager, with 115.75 billion shekels in assets. Meitav remained the market leader, while Altshuler Shaham and Yelin Lapidot continued to lose large sums to competitors.
Israel ended the Mongolia Judo Grand Slam with one bronze medal, won by Yitzhak Ashpiz in under-60 kg. Raz Hershko was disqualified in the over-78 kg quarterfinals for a dangerous hold, and several other Israelis lost early in their categories.
Residents in Herzliya escorted Staff Sgt. Yoav Klein with Israeli flags at his funeral. Klein was killed in the tank disaster in Lebanon, and the service began at the city's military cemetery.
Doctors say the tired, heavy feeling many people get after Shabbat is usually caused by rich meals, repeated eating, less movement, and disrupted sleep. Simple changes like walking after meals, eating more slowly, and keeping routines steadier can ease the effect.
Britain’s Observer reported that Prime Minister Keir Starmer may announce his resignation on Monday, but the government denied any decision has been made. The report comes amid mounting pressure over falling support, recent scandals, and a possible leadership challenge from Andy Burnham.
The U.S. State Department dismissed Cuba’s 176-measure reform package as cosmetic and too late. Havana says the changes are needed to revive a badly strained economy hit by sanctions and oil pressure.
Four IDF armored corps soldiers were killed in a tank disaster in southern Lebanon while trying to rescue a stranded engineering vehicle. The dead are Lt. Col. Dor Gidalyah Ben Shimhon, Sgt. Liav Kvabia, Sgt. Yoav Klein and Sgt. Nove Havashush, and the army says the incident may have involved a drone strike or possibly an anti-tank missile.
Amazon will no longer distribute Artificial, a film about OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, after expanding its business ties with OpenAI. The movie, now nearly finished, is being shopped to another studio for a U.S. release expected in early 2027.
Anne Hathaway announced on Instagram that she and husband Adam Shulman are expecting their third child. The 43-year-old actress and Shulman, married since 2012, already have two sons, Jonathan and Jack. The news comes during a busy professional period for Hathaway.
State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman warned that Israel’s National Insurance Institute could face a cash-flow collapse by 2035. He said generous long-term care benefit approvals, made without actuarial oversight or government discussion since 2018, have sharply increased eligibility and costs.
Bezalel Smotrich attacked the Supreme Court and Chief Justice Isaac Amit on Sunday during a renewed High Court hearing over the Judicial Selection Committee. He said the court has no authority to cancel Basic Laws, while Amit raised a possible change to the committee’s composition and warned the court could “perish” if no change is made.
A mouse study presented at ENDO 2026 found that removing sugar entirely from a low fat diet may harm the gut microbiome, blood sugar control, and liver health. Researchers stressed that the findings are preliminary and do not overturn advice to limit added sugar.
Agudath Israel of America joined a brief in a Minnesota Supreme Court case over religious schools’ right to control hiring under their faith. The dispute stems from a Catholic school’s refusal to renew a librarian’s contract, and the outcome could affect thousands of religious schools in the United States.
England and Wales Attorney General Richard Hermer has stopped his office from posting on X, except for fighting disinformation, after racist violence and riots in Southampton and Belfast. He said social media platforms should not be allowed to divide communities, citing far-right activity on X around both incidents.
Canadian police uncovered an alleged international network that recruited Toronto youths through encrypted apps to shoot at Jewish sites and the U.S. consulate for payment. The case expanded into a U.S. terrorism probe linked to Mohammad Baker Saad Dawood al-Saadi, a senior Kataib Hezbollah commander accused of directing attacks tied to Iran. A Toronto officer was killed in a raid, and police are still hunting a 19-year-old suspect.
New U.S. UFO documents released June 12 claim China and Russia may have recovered crashed objects and tried to reverse-engineer them. The files also include a CIA report from 2008 describing a disc-shaped object over Zimbabwe’s airport that prompted U.S. concern, but none of the material proves alien technology or public confirmation from the governments involved.
Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains heavily disrupted even after the U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal. Only a small number of vessels have crossed, while nearly 500 ships remain stranded in the Persian Gulf amid conflicting U.S. and Iranian statements about whether the strait is open.
Signs with Maya Vishniak’s image were posted across Israel on Sunday ahead of the verdict in Amit Almog’s murder case. The Tel Aviv District Court had already convicted him in December, and prosecutors are seeking up to 26 years in prison under a plea deal.
A World Cup highlights roundup notes Germany’s hard-fought win, Japan’s celebration, and Curaçao’s historic point. It also points readers to video summaries of the Netherlands’ 5-1 win over Sweden and Germany’s 2-1 win over Ivory Coast.
Israel’s state auditor says the country has not prepared for an aging population, and National Insurance could run out of funds by 2035. The report blames delayed government action, rising long-term care costs, and weak coordination across ministries.
Rabbi Naftali Wasserman released a 10-minute daily Talmud lesson on Chullin, daf 52. The study session is available in Hebrew, Yiddish, and English, with links to earlier daf yomi classes.
Germany beat Ivory Coast 2-1 with a 94th-minute goal in a World Cup 2026 knockout-stage step forward. The Netherlands thrashed Sweden 5-1, Japan beat Tunisia 4-0, and Curaçao earned a historic 0-0 draw with Ecuador.
A red calf found in northern Israel briefly revived hopes of identifying a kosher red heifer for Temple use. The animal was later disqualified after being tagged in the ear, and the episode sparked a halakhic debate over whether a healed blemish can restore eligibility.
Israel’s High Court of Justice heard six petitions against a law changing how judges are appointed. Chief Justice Yitzhak Amit and other justices warned the overhaul would politicize the bench and damage public trust.
Israel’s State Comptroller accused the health funds and the Capital Market Authority of hiding key information about the worsening nursing-care insurance funds covering about 5 million people. The report details regulatory failures, a 150% rise in approved claims from 2012 to 2023, and emergency cuts to benefits after the system came under strain.
Retired Col. Prof. Gabi Siboni warned on Galey Israel radio that an Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon would be disastrous. He said any Hezbollah recovery on the border could empty northern towns and prompt a harsh Israeli response to ceasefire violations.
Lior Manser, a longtime senior manager at Bank Hapoalim, resigned unexpectedly on Sunday after 30 years at the bank. He had led financing for the Eshkol power station, a deal now being examined by the Israel Competition Authority.
Environment Minister Idit Silman sharply attacked Supreme Court President Isaac Amit over his comments in the High Court hearing on changing the judges-selection committee. Her remarks came amid a broader coalition campaign against the court, as other ministers also denounced possible judicial intervention in Basic Laws.
A 19-year-old Jaffa resident is facing an expected indictment over alleged sexual offenses against girls aged 11 to 15 via Telegram. Police say he demanded intimate material and threatened to expose the girls’ photos and personal details. His detention was extended until the end of proceedings.
Maccabi Netanya has given Roni Levy full backing to reshape his staff and squad ahead of the new season. The club’s main aim is to reach the upper playoff after missing out last year.
Royal Ascot ended Saturday near London, with Britain’s royals and fashion guests once again turning the horse races into a major style event. Catherine, Princess of Wales, and Queen Camilla drew attention with their outfits and hats. The meeting, founded in 1711, continues to enforce strict dress rules in its royal enclosure.
Haredi outlets say 46 draft evaders spent Shabbat in military police detention after a crackdown on those who failed to report to enlistment offices. The arrests, including several high-profile cases, have triggered anger and warnings of wider protests.
Hapoel Tel Aviv are nearing a deal for Reims winger Thiemo Diarra as they prepare to open training this week. Doron Leidner will also join the squad after the club agreed to repurchase him from Olympiacos.
At the District Court on Sunday, retired Superintendent Eli Levi was cross-examined in the Netanyahu trial over how the investigations began. The defense argued police conducted an unlawful fishing expedition, especially in Case 4000, and said evidence gathered afterward could be invalidated. The session was marked by sharp clashes between defense counsel and prosecutors.
Rod Stewart nearly fainted during a concert in Utah and needed oxygen before returning to finish the show seated. The 81-year-old singer has recently faced multiple health-related postponements and cancellations, but his U.S. tour is still scheduled to continue.
CMF will skip a new smartphone launch in 2026 because rising memory costs make a worthwhile upgrade too expensive. The Nothing sub-brand plans to release other products in the coming months instead.
Mark Zell, chairman of the Republican Party in Israel, said Donald Trump did not abandon Israel in the US-Iran deal. He argued Trump is prioritizing the November midterms, keeping pressure on Iran, and preserving Israel’s freedom of action while avoiding a full-scale war.
A 48-year-old Jewish father and his two children were allegedly attacked and spat on in Berlin’s Charlottenburg district, and police arrested a 31-year-old suspect. The incident came as a German antisemitism monitor reported about 8,700 anti-Jewish hate incidents in 2025, including cases of extreme violence.
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Hurt in Sderot Car Collision
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Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
The story · English
A 14-year-old girl was hit by a car on Rothschild Street in Sderot. United Hatzalah medics provided initial treatment at the scene.
After being stabilized, she was evacuated to a hospital in moderate condition. The report did not identify the driver or give further details about how the crash occurred.
