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Security·2m ago

IDF Names Fourth Soldier Killed in Tank Disaster in Southern Lebanon

The IDF released the name of Staff Sgt. Naveh Havshush, 20, from Geva Binyamin, the fourth soldier killed in a tank incident in southern Lebanon. He died with three other soldiers from Battalion 52 during fighting against Hezbollah, as the army continues operations and rejects ceasefire pressure.

Kikar HaShabbat
Sports·6m ago

How Gianni Infantino Turned FIFA Into a Private Corporate Empire

The article says the first week of the 2026 World Cup exposed FIFA under Gianni Infantino as politicized, authoritarian, and commercially captured. It details ticket-price scandal, border discrimination, human-rights abuses in Mexico, and FIFA’s swift exoneration of a VAR official accused of a racist gesture. It concludes that Infantino’s rule has hollowed out football’s checks and balances.

Calcalist
Politics·13m ago

Voter Turnout, Not Just Swings Between Parties, May Decide Elections

The article says Israeli elections can be decided by turnout, not only by voters switching parties. It highlights sharp participation drops in 2021 in Joint List, Likud and United Torah Judaism strongholds, while Blue and White and Labor-Meretz held steadier.

Arutz Sheva
Sports·16m ago

Maccabi Tel Aviv Set to Retain Kenny Miller as Coach

Maccabi Tel Aviv is expected to announce that Kenny Miller will stay on as coach next season. The club values his cup win, familiarity with the squad, and strong rapport with the players, while also planning squad reinforcements before training resumes Monday.

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Sports·18m ago

Japan Denied by a Millimeter in Dramatic World Cup Moment

Japan came agonizingly close to scoring against Tunisia in Monterrey during the 2026 World Cup. Takehiro Tomiyasu’s effort was saved by Aymen Dahmen and goal-line technology showed the ball had not fully crossed the line.

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Politics·20m ago

Netanyahu Moves to Dissolve Knesset, Leaving Ultra-Orthodox Bills Unpassed

Ultra-Orthodox party leaders say Benjamin Netanyahu plans to dissolve the Knesset next week without advancing any of their key bills. They accuse him of leaving them politically empty-handed, while coalition pressure continues for an immediate vote.

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Security·21m ago

Sergeant Major Nave Habsush Killed in Combat in Southern Lebanon

Staff Sgt. Nave Habsush, 20, of Givat Binyamin was killed when his tank hit an explosive device in southern Lebanon. The armored corps soldier served as a tank commander in Battalion 52 of the 401st Brigade and had recently completed tank commanders’ training.

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Sports·34m ago

Paraguay Forward Sent Off for Covering His Mouth in World Cup First

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Security·38m ago

Israel Ordered to Hold Fire in Lebanon as Swiss Talks Open and Iran Threatens Escalation

Israel ordered the IDF to limit fire in Lebanon, while the United States urged restraint so Swiss talks could continue. The move came after Israeli strikes on Hezbollah targets, rocket fire at Israeli forces, and threats from Iran and the Revolutionary Guard over the Strait of Hormuz and possible missiles at Israel.

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Culture·42m ago

Daily Talmud Study Session on Chullin 52 Released

Kikar HaShabbat published its daily Daf Yomi lesson on Chullin 52 with Rabbi Binyamin Miltsky. The lesson airs daily at 5:00 a.m. on Kol Chai and is dedicated to the recovery of the wounded and sick, including Mrs. Devorah daughter of Yael Shindil Feiga.

Kikar HaShabbat
Economy·43m ago

Seven-Eleven accused of stripping Sydney franchisees of their business

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Ynet
Sports·57m ago

Elory Room’s World Cup masterclass sends his Instagram soaring

Curacao goalkeeper Elory Room made 15 saves in a 0-0 draw with Ecuador, setting a World Cup record for a 90-minute match and giving Curacao its first ever World Cup point. His Instagram following then surged from about 100,000 to more than 700,000.

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Sports·1h ago

Turkey stunned after World Cup exit sparks blame game

Turkey’s 2026 World Cup campaign ended after a 1-0 loss to Paraguay, sparking fierce criticism at home. Coach Vincenzo Montella and young star Arda Guler are the main targets, while former coach Senol Gunes urged lessons rather than blame.

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Economy·1h ago

Wall Street Journal Exposes Polymarket’s Fake-Bet Influencer Campaign

The Wall Street Journal says Polymarket paid influencers to stage fake bets and hide the sponsorship, generating more than 140 million views. The report also says the campaign targeted Americans despite Polymarket’s U.S. restrictions and included content promoting insider-trading ideas.

Now 14
Economy·1h ago

Transport Ministry Pushes Night Trucking, But Rail Freight Remains the Better Fix

Israel’s Transportation Ministry plans to move 40% of truck traffic to night hours to reduce congestion and crashes. Critics and context in the article argue that expanding freight rail would be a more effective long-term solution. The ministry says the truck plan is meant to complement rail, not replace it.

Calcalist
Politics·1h ago

High Court move on state comptroller vote gives Haredi parties new leverage

The High Court’s expected order for a repeat vote on Israel’s state comptroller is increasing Haredi parties’ bargaining power over Benjamin Netanyahu. United Torah Judaism and Shas are demanding progress on draft-related legislation and benefits before they back him. The revote could come within days and would require a simple majority.

Calcalist
Politics·1h ago

Trump’s Iran Deal Seen as a High-Stakes Trade for Short-Term Economic Relief

The article says a Washington-Tehran agreement would give Iran immediate sanctions relief, oil access, and a promised $300 billion package in exchange for delayed, vague concessions. It argues Trump is seeking short-term economic relief at home, especially lower inflation, but that the deal weakens U.S. deterrence and leaves Israel more exposed to an Iranian threat.

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Curacao Keeper Eloy Room Stuns Ecuador With Record-Setting World Cup Performance

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Curacao goalkeeper Eloy Room produced one of the standout stories of the night in the World Cup, keeping his team alive against Ecuador with an exceptional display. By before the 80th minute, the 37-year-old had already made 15 saves and was within one stop of the tournament record of 16, set by Tim Howard.

Room, who plays for Miami FC in the US second division, one level below MLS, was little known to most fans before this match. He was born and developed in the Netherlands, made one appearance for the Netherlands U20 team, and in 2015 chose to represent Curacao because of his father's roots.

He had already played a decisive role in Curacao's road to the tournament, keeping a clean sheet in the crucial qualifying win over Jamaica that secured the island nation's first-ever World Cup berth. His club career has taken him through Vitesse, Go Ahead Eagles, PSV Eindhoven, Columbus Crew, Cercle Brugge, and back to Vitesse before his current spell in Miami.

International media reacted with disbelief at his performance, asking,

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