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Sports·3m ago

How a grittier Netherlands is reshaping its World Cup identity

The Netherlands drew 2-2 with Japan in its World Cup opener and will next face Sweden. The article says Ronald Koeman’s team is abandoning its old image of elegant stars for a harder, more collective style centered on Ryan Gravenberch. It argues that this new identity could still carry the Dutch toward their first major title since 1988.

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General·5m ago

Deal with Tehran Could Make Iran’s Revolutionary Guards the Biggest Winners

A Reuters report says the emerging U.S.-Iran deal could enrich Iran’s Revolutionary Guards by easing sanctions and reopening oil and investment flows. The group’s deep role in the economy may also complicate any agreement, especially if foreign firms must work with Guard-linked entities.

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Sports·6m ago

Messi’s hat trick came with astonishingly low running numbers

Lionel Messi scored a hat trick in Argentina’s 3-0 win over Algeria at the 2026 World Cup opener. Statistically, he did it with unusually little running, but still matched Miroslav Klose as the tournament’s all-time top scorer.

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Sports·24m ago

Hapoel Tel Aviv Hopes a Lineup Change Can Spark a Game 3 Rally

Hapoel Tel Aviv will visit Maccabi Tel Aviv on Sunday in Game 3 of the playoff final, trailing 2-0 and needing a win to extend the series. The club is considering roster changes, including possibly dressing Daniel Oturu and Kyandre Cook, and will finalize the lineup Sunday morning.

Walla
Sports·28m ago

Baldwin's absurd no-look pass helps Fenerbahce win Turkish title

Fenerbahce beat Besiktas 77-75 to win the Turkish championship, with Wade Baldwin creating the decisive late basket. Coach Sarunas Jasikevicius was stunned by the behind-the-back assist, which Baldwin said sealed “the moment of the season.”

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Economy·42m ago

Kela Emerges as a Fast-Rising Israeli Defense Tech Contender

Kela, an Israeli defense tech startup founded in 2024, reportedly drew acquisition interest from Anduril founder Palmer Luckey but refused to sell. The company says it is building an open command-and-control platform and has raised about $300 million at a $1.2 billion valuation. It is growing fast in Israel and is preparing for expansion into the U.S. market.

Globes
Politics·43m ago

Eisenkot Leads Bennett in New Poll-of-Polls, but Opposition Still Falls Short of a Majority

Globs’ new poll-of-polls shows Eisenkot ahead of Bennett and Likud still leading, but the opposition generally remains short of a solo majority. Only one survey gives the non-Arab opposition enough seats to form a government on paper. A separate Channel 13 poll says undecided voters still prefer Netanyahu on Iran, but trust Bennett and Eisenkot more on domestic issues.

Globes
Sports·46m ago

Late-Night Twist Sends Tomer Tzarfati to Kfar Shalem

Tomer Tzarfati will sign with Kfar Shalem on Sunday after Hapoel Petah Tikva dropped its pursuit. The move followed a late-night scramble, with Kfar Shalem already having reached terms with the goalkeeper and his agent Avi Naimni.

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Tech·1h ago

Xiaomi 17T Pro Arrives in Israel With Huge Battery and Fast Charging

Xiaomi launched the 17T Pro in Israel, highlighting a 7,000 mAh battery, 100W charging, and a Leica-branded camera system. The phone costs 3,049 shekels for 512GB or 3,499 shekels for 1TB, aiming at buyers who want premium features at a lower price.

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World·1h ago

Bolivia Declares Emergency as Road Blockades Paralyze the Country

Bolivia’s President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency after 50 days of road blockades disrupted supplies and nearly paralyzed the economy. The government says it will use broader powers, including possible military deployment, to clear highways, while protesters and Morales-linked groups continue demanding economic relief and political concessions.

Ynet
Sports·1h ago

Netherlands and Germany chase crucial wins in group play

The Netherlands play Sweden in Houston needing a win to stay in contention for first place, while Germany can secure the top spot in Group 5 by beating Ivory Coast. Ecuador face Curacao for their first points, and Japan meet Tunisia seeking a likely place in the next round.

Ynet
Health·1h ago

Health Ministry: Ebola Test Results Expected Within 48 Hours

Israel’s Health Ministry said a person suspected of Ebola remains in isolation at Rambam Medical Center in Haifa, with final test results due in about 48 hours. The patient recently returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo, and the ministry is tracing contacts and advising recent travelers from affected areas to stay home if they develop symptoms.

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World·1h ago

Shipping Picks Up in the Strait of Hormuz After U.S.-Iran Deal

Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has increased after the United States and Iran agreed to reopen it, but it remains below prewar levels. Kpler says Iranian crude shipments are gradually normalizing, while the long-term question is whether fees will return after 60 days.

Globes
Sports·1h ago

Israel’s Three Basketball Giants Reveal Three Very Different Strategies

A Sport 5 opinion piece says Hapoel Jerusalem, Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv each chose a different basketball strategy this season. It contrasts Jerusalem’s lack of focus, Maccabi’s domestic-first approach and Hapoel Tel Aviv’s Europe-first project under Dimitris Itoudis. The article argues that the coaches reflect those decisions, but the clubs’ priorities are the real story.

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Sports·1h ago

Josh Hart Says Spurs' Celebration Showed Why Knicks Won the Title

Josh Hart said the Knicks beat San Antonio in the NBA Finals because they stayed focused on the championship, unlike the Spurs after winning the West. His remarks indirectly touched on Victor Wembanyama’s emotional reaction and Kevin Garnett’s criticism of it.

Walla
Sports·1h ago

After Turkish title, Fenerbahce begins reshaping its roster

Fenerbahce won the Turkish championship and is already planning a major roster rebuild for next season. Bonzie Colson is among the players whose future remains unresolved, while Devon Hall is expected to join Milan and Nando De Colo will retire.

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Sports·1h ago

Riesberg Wins Israeli Title After Dream Week for NSN

Nadav Riesberg won the Israeli cycling championship in Beit Guvrin on Saturday after also taking the sprint jersey in the Tour de l'Ain. NSN riders swept the top four places in the men’s race, while Noa Shweiki won the women’s title.

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Security·1h ago

Israeli Armored Commander Describes Difficult Lebanon Drive to the Litani River

Col. Shaul Yisraeli, commander of the 7th Armored Brigade, described Israel’s ground fighting in southern Lebanon, including the difficult advance to the Litani River and the capture of Hezbollah positions in Kantara and the Beaufort area. He praised engineering forces, warned that Hezbollah’s drone threat is growing, and said Israel must improve both counter-drone defenses and battlefield organization.

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Economy·1h ago

Long-Stalled Tel Aviv Renewal Project Near Ichilov Clears a New Hurdle

Tel Aviv approved another stage of the long-delayed Daphne Street renewal project near Ichilov Hospital. The plan for Area 501 will replace six old buildings with a 34-story tower, new housing, and a community center, while the broader project aims to add about 1,000 apartments.

Globes
Sports·1h ago

Roy Revivo Tops Liga Ha’Al Transfermarkt Valuations After Major Repricing

Transfermarkt updated Premier League player values for the 2026/27 preseason, and Roy Revivo became the league’s most valuable player at 4.5 million euros. Maccabi Tel Aviv has the most players in the top 10, while John Otomow posted one of the biggest jumps from a 125,000-euro valuation.

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World·2h ago

Martina Navratilova intensifies criticism of Israel and Ben Gvir

Martina Navratilova attacked Israel’s National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir and renewed her criticism of Benjamin Netanyahu on X. She also posted harsh new remarks about Donald Trump, while the article reviews her tennis record and long history of activism.

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Sports·2h ago

At the World Cup, Fans Are Turning Rivalry Into Kindness

A viral clip from Spain versus Cape Verde at the 2026 World Cup captured rival fans exchanging shirts and embracing in Atlanta. The article uses that moment to describe the tournament as a rare display of kindness, hospitality, and shared joy across host cities in the United States. It cites fan behavior, charity, and small acts of generosity as evidence of that atmosphere.

Ynet
Sports·2h ago

Why the Knicks’ 2026 Title Was Won in the Mind as Much as on the Court

A Hebrew commentary argues that the New York Knicks’ 2026 NBA title over the San Antonio Spurs was won psychologically as much as physically. It highlights New York’s 29-point Game 4 comeback, Jalen Brunson’s “0:0” mindset, shared team trust, and the Knicks’ composure under pressure and trash talk.

Ynet
Sports·2h ago

Soccer Is Yielding to the American Stop-Clock Model

A Sports 5 column says World Cup hydration breaks are turning soccer into a more American, broadcast-friendly game. It cites rain, heat, player reactions, and FIFA's commercial motives, and argues the change is likely permanent.

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General·2h ago

Heavy Visitor Traffic Reported at Beit Yanai Beach and Maayanot Park

The Israel Nature and Parks Authority reported heavy visitor traffic at Beit Yanai Beach National Park and Maayanot Park. Parking at Beit Yanai is being opened and closed intermittently, while Maayanot Park is full and visitors are being redirected elsewhere.

Ynet
Sports·2h ago

Zlatan Ibrahimovic Faces Criticism for His Fox World Cup Analysis

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is facing harsh criticism for his Fox World Cup analysis, with The Athletic calling his work arrogant and shallow. The report said he lacks detailed knowledge of some teams and players, while his on-air sparring with Alexi Lalas has become a major storyline.

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Sports·2h ago

Aimar Explains Argentina’s Formula as Scaloni Plans Changes for Austria

Argentina beat Algeria 3-0 in its 2026 World Cup opener, with Lionel Messi scoring three goals. Assistant coach Pablo Aimar praised the team’s mentality and warned that Austria, next in Dallas on Monday, will be a much tougher test. Lionel Scaloni is expected to make several lineup changes.

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Sports09:28 · 1h ago

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vózina goes viral after Spain draw, with unusually low bot share

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Cape Verde goalkeeper Vózina, 40, has become an international internet sensation after his team’s 0-0 draw with Spain. Following the match, his follower count surged to 14.5 million, in what the article describes as one of the most surprising viral jumps in recent years, not just in sports.

A check of his followers found that only an estimated 12.8% are bots, a figure considered low for Instagram, especially after such a steep rise. The article says this suggests the trend is genuine and that public interest in Vózina is real.

Vózina has more followers than several major stars, including Jude Bellingham, Cole Palmer, Bukayo Saka, Rodri, Declan Rice, Harry Kane, Victor Wembanyama and Mondo Duplantis. He recently finished his contract in Portugal’s second division.

The piece, published by Sport 5 on June 20, 2026 at 12:28, focuses on how the Cape Verde keeper remained in the headlines after helping his national team earn the draw against Spain.

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