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General·4m ago

Babov Offers Cash Incentives for Smaller Sheva Brachot Celebrations

Bobov’s Chaim Shel Shalom committee is pushing families to dramatically cut the cost of weekday sheva brachot by holding them at home with only the bride and groom, starting Rosh Chodesh Elul. The first 60 families to comply will get a $1,500 credit, and the couple will receive a $500 gift card.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
General·5m ago

Bedouin man visits teen who saved him from drowning at Ashdod beach

A Bedouin man rescued from drowning at an Ashdod beach visited the family of 18-year-old Yonatan Deri to thank him. Deri used a surfboard to save him from strong currents, while his father helped dispatch emergency crews. Khalil was hospitalized in serious condition at Assuta in Ashdod and later recovered.

Arutz Sheva·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Politics·7m ago

Netivot Mayor Rebukes Likud Effort to Scrap Primaries

Netivot Mayor Yechiel Zohar rejected efforts to cancel Likud primaries and replace them with a committee-selected list. He said primaries are central to the party’s identity, while a senior Likud figure warned the move would damage the party and its activists.

Walla·+1 outlet · 50% center
Sports·7m ago

Curacao’s Surprise Hero: Goalkeeper Eloy Room Makes World Cup History

Curacao took its first-ever World Cup point with a 0-0 draw against Ecuador, powered by 37-year-old goalkeeper Eloy Room’s record 15 saves. After the match, Room honored his late mentor Jairzinho, while Curacao now needs to beat Ivory Coast to reach the next stage.

N12·+2 outlets · 100% center
Security·8m ago

IDF Says It Killed Two Hamas Operatives Behind Vast Cash Network

The IDF said it killed Hussain Kadra and Mohammed Fara in southern Gaza last week, after identifying them as leaders of a Hamas money-transfer network. The network, run through Turkey and Gaza, allegedly moved more than 500 million shekels to Hamas’s military wing and helped finance attacks and salaries in violation of the ceasefire.

Kikar HaShabbat·+4 outlets · 80% right-leaning
Sports·9m ago

Hapoel Tel Aviv Makes Roster Change for Game 3 of the Finals

Hapoel Tel Aviv will face Maccabi Tel Aviv in Game 3 of the playoff final on Sunday night trailing 2-0. Dan Oturu will remain out, and Dimitris Itoudis replaced Chris Jones with Kyandre Cook, while Maccabi kept the same roster.

Now 14·+3 outlets · 75% center
Economy·9m ago

Rimilk and Gad Launch a Parve Milk Alternative for Coffee

Gad Dairies and Rimilk have launched “the new milk,” a parve milk alternative developed over six years and about $100 million. The product is kosher-certified, aimed at post-meat coffee and dairy use, and is already on sale in several versions.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·9m ago

Former MK Mossi Raz Returns to Politics and Joins The Democrats

Former MK Mossi Raz said he is returning to politics and will run for a place on The Democrats' Knesset list. He cited his long-standing fight for peace and against the occupation, and said his experience will help repair damage in the next Knesset.

Srugim
World·10m ago

Two Israelis in Their 40s Killed in Malibu Car Crash

Two Israeli men in their 40s died in a single-vehicle crash in the Malibu area of Los Angeles. ZAKA’s international unit is assisting families and local authorities with identification and other arrangements.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Culture·11m ago

Nadvorna Children Celebrate Torah Milestone in Bnei Brak

Nadvorna Hasidim held a festive Hachnasat Chumash ceremony for young boys in Bnei Brak. Rabbi Chaim Rosenbaum attended, listened to their singing, and distributed first Chumashim from Vayikra. After he left, the children danced joyfully on their fathers’ shoulders.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·13m ago

Ben Gvir Says Israel Must Be Willing to Tell Trump No

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir said Israel should reject U.S. pressure and tell President Donald Trump “no” on Lebanon. In a Galey Israel interview, he warned the ceasefire could help Hezbollah rebuild and insisted Israel must keep fighting.

Arutz Sheva
Economy·14m ago

WSJ: Polymarket Paid Influencers to Stage Fake Bets and Pretend Wins

A Wall Street Journal investigation says Polymarket paid influencers to stage fake bets and counterfeit winnings in videos aimed mainly at Americans. The clips used company-made site clones, were often undisclosed ads, and were designed to boost users or pressure regulators. Polymarket says it will review its advertising content.

Calcalist·+1 outlet
Politics·15m ago

Channel 12 Faces Backlash Over Report on Military Funeral Absence

Channel 12 was criticized after a post about ministers missing Lt. Col. Dor Ben Simchon's funeral omitted that his family had asked for no government presence. Ministers Amichai Chikli and Yoav Kisch accused the network of incitement and political propaganda, and the posts were later removed.

Arutz Sheva·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Politics·15m ago

Iranian TV Broadcast Cut After Lawmaker Reads Alleged Khamenei Remarks on U.S. Talks

An Iranian MP triggered a live TV shutdown after reading alleged secret remarks by Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei about rejecting U.S. talks and using the Strait of Hormuz as leverage. State media called the broadcast potentially unlawful and said a manager resigned, while Iran’s delegation headed to Switzerland for technical talks with the United States.

Mako·+2 outlets · 67% center
World·21m ago

US and Iran open talks in Switzerland after two-day delay

US and Iranian officials have begun delayed talks at Switzerland’s Bürgenstock resort after Lebanon-related tensions disrupted the original schedule. The first formal session is set for 2:30 p.m. Israel time, with JD Vance leading the US team and Abbas Araghchi and Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf leading Iran’s delegation.

Srugim·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Security·23m ago

Suspected AI Identity Fraud Ring Nets Arrest of 20-Year-Old Israeli in Thailand

Niki Sokolov, 20, from Tzur Yitzhak, was arrested by Israel’s Lahav 433 cyber unit on suspicion of stealing more than 60 identities and defrauding victims of hundreds of thousands of shekels. Police say he used hacked ID data and AI agents to open bank accounts remotely, then withdrew funds and obtained credit cards.

Kan News
World·23m ago

Italian Press Lashes Trump After G7 Remark Sparks Outrage

Donald Trump angered Italy after saying Giorgia Meloni begged to pose with him at the G7, a claim she denied as invented. The Italian daily Libero answered with a front-page caricature showing Meloni pouring pasta over Trump, while Italian media described a widening rift between the two leaders.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·27m ago

Israeli fleets rethink Chinese cars as security concerns spread

Elbit is phasing Chinese lease cars out of its 4,400-vehicle fleet, joining other Israeli security-linked bodies that have tightened rules on Chinese vehicles. The shift is spreading to police, Mekorot, and the Israel Electric Corporation as Chinese cars become a growing security and procurement issue.

Calcalist
Economy·28m ago

Fattal opens yacht-inspired luxury hotel at Herzliya marina

Fattal Group has opened The Yacht, a NIS 1 billion luxury hotel at Herzliya Marina designed to resemble a yacht. The 325-room property includes multiple pools, rooftop areas, restaurants, a spa, and event spaces, with rates starting at NIS 4,132 for a two-night weekend stay. The company says the waterfront hotel is meant to become a major destination in Israel.

Ynet
World·28m ago

U.S. Pushes Pilot Arms-Free Zones in South Lebanon as Talks Resume

The U.S. is set to host a fifth round of Israel-Lebanon talks in Washington on the 23rd. The central proposal is to establish pilot weapons-free zones in southern Lebanon, but the Lebanese army wants guarantees and rejects any Israeli role in enforcement. Meanwhile, Lebanese media reported an unusual calm across the south since Saturday evening.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·30m ago

Likud MK David Bitan Attacks Netanyahu and Says Eisenkot Benefits in Polls

Likud MK David Bitan attacked Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of the party’s upcoming primary. He said Netanyahu benefited from Likud’s democratic system, and argued that Gadi Eisenkot’s poll strength comes partly from his background as a bereaved family member and Moroccan Israeli.

Ynet
Politics·31m ago

New York Mayor Mamdani Calls AIPAC 'Monsters' in Anti-Israel Speech

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani attacked AIPAC and Israel in a weekend speech, calling the lobby “monsters” and accusing it of using dark money to divide Americans. The rally also featured Senator Bernie Sanders, who echoed criticism of AIPAC and its influence on U.S. foreign policy.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Sports·32m ago

World Cup Reaches 1,000 Matches in 2026 Milestone

Japan vs. Tunisia became the 1,000th match in World Cup history during the 2026 tournament. The article reviews the competition's major numbered milestones from 1930 to 2018 and places the new mark in the context of nearly a century of World Cup history.

Now 14·+4 outlets · 80% center
General·32m ago

Family Urges Public to Attend Funeral of Soldier Alexander Filin

Sgt. Alexander Filin, an Israeli soldier who immigrated alone from Ukraine, will be buried in Haifa on Sunday at 12:00 p.m. He was killed in combat in Lebanon on Thursday and had previously gained recognition for stopping a stabbing attack. His family is urging the public to attend because they fear his fellow soldiers may not be able to come.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Culture·32m ago

IndieNegev returns in full with 120 shows and a 20th-anniversary desert edition

IndieNegev will return in full from October 15 to 17 at Mitzpe Gvulot for its 20th anniversary. Organizers released the first part of a lineup that includes Ehud Banai, Rita and Nunu, with about 120 performances planned. Tickets are already selling quickly, and only a limited number remain.

Mako·+2 outlets · 100% center
General·33m ago

Rebbetzin Rivka Bartler, widow of former Itrei rosh yeshiva, dies at 87

Rebbetzin Rivka Bartler, widow of former Yeshivat Itrei head Rabbi Yitzchak Aizik Bartler, died at 87. Her funeral was set for Sunday from Jerusalem to the Vishnitz cemetery in Bnei Brak. She left behind rabbinic children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Behadrei Haredim
Security·34m ago

US Pressure Leads Israel to Tighten Fire Rules in Lebanon

Army Radio reported that Israel has drastically reduced strikes in southern Lebanon after a new, stricter fire policy took effect. The rules now require higher-level approval, and officers say the change limits operations against Hezbollah and endangers troops.

Arutz Sheva·+5 outlets · 50% center
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World06:01 · 1h ago

Israel Asked Meta to Remove Pro-Iran and Anti-Israel Posts During the War

Translated & summarized from Calcalist by baba
The story · English

Israel asked Meta to censor Facebook and Instagram posts that showed support for Iran during the war with Iran, The Intercept reported, citing internal documents from the tech giant. According to the report, Israel also sought the removal of posts criticizing Israel and content documenting Iranian missile strikes.

Among the posts flagged for deletion were messages mourning the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, expressions of support for Iran's attacks on Israel, and propaganda promoting or endorsing the Iranian regime. The documents indicate that the requests were sent through the cyber department in the State Attorney's Office, which argued the posts violated Meta's terms of service.

Meta complied in some cases, but it is unclear how many posts were removed or which specific rules they breached. Meta classifies Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a

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