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Politics·7m ago

Vance Says Recent Progress Could Reset U.S.-Iran Ties

JD Vance said U.S.-Iran talks in Switzerland made significant progress and could lead to a lasting shift in Middle East relations. He said President Donald Trump wants to fundamentally reset ties with the Iranian people through diplomacy.

Ynet
Sports·8m ago

Iran cuts practice short amid World Cup travel frustrations before Belgium match

Iran’s World Cup preparation has been disrupted by travel restrictions as it prepares to face Belgium after drawing New Zealand 2-2. Coach Amir Khalanavi criticized FIFA over the team’s forced Mexico-to-U.S. schedule and said the squad had to cut one training session short. The team hopes conditions will ease before its final group match against Egypt.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·12m ago

New centrist alliances could decide Israel’s next election, poll suggests

A special poll by Dudi Hasid and KanTar says several potential centrist or unity alliances could win 5 to 7 seats. The combinations could help decide who forms Israel’s next government, while their leaders say they will not give Benjamin Netanyahu a narrow right-wing majority.

Srugim·+2 outlets · 50% center
Culture·12m ago

Longest Day of the Year Offers More Time for Outdoor Plans

June 21, the summer solstice, brings the longest daylight of the year. The article offers outdoor ideas, including a post-work swim, a sunset picnic, photography during golden hour, and a summer time-capsule exercise.

Srugim
Politics·18m ago

Judy Nir Mozes Slams Israeli Leaders After Vance’s White House Rebuke

Judy Nir Mozes posted a furious Instagram attack on Israel’s government after U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance criticized Israeli ministers. She said Israel risks isolation without U.S. support. Vance’s White House remarks also intensified concern about the bilateral relationship.

Srugim
General·18m ago

Air France pushes back Israel return again, now targeting late July

Air France said on Sunday it will delay resuming flights to Israel again and now plans to return no earlier than July 30. The move extends the absence of a major airline on the Israel, France and Europe route, leaving fewer summer flights and tighter availability for travelers.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Culture·20m ago

‘Checkout’ Movie Passes 250,000 Viewers in Four Days

“Checkout: The Movie” drew more than 250,000 viewers in four days after opening in Israeli cinemas last Wednesday. It is a major box-office hit, though the all-time opening record still belongs to “Let Me Go, Shuli Sun.”

Arutz Sheva
Politics·21m ago

Trump and Meloni Trade Public Barbs Over Popularity, Iran Policy

Donald Trump and Giorgia Meloni traded harsh public insults over social media posts about her popularity, a G7 photo, and Italy’s role in the Iran conflict. Meloni rejected Trump’s claims, said Italy remains sovereign, and urged him to focus on his own problems. The spat has already prompted Italy’s foreign minister to cancel a planned Washington visit.

Kikar HaShabbat·+2 outlets · 67% center
Culture·23m ago

Haifa Community Marks New Torah Scroll With Citywide Celebration

Adat Yisrael in Haifa dedicated a new Torah scroll this week in a public celebration attended by local rabbis and many residents. The synagogue, which has stood for more than 80 years, has recently expanded as Haifa’s ultra-Orthodox community has grown.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·25m ago

Former Tank Tester Warns Women Tank Crews Could Suffer Serious Health Harm

Former tank examiner Shimon Shterk says women serving in tank units face overlooked health risks from heavy lifting and repeated ammunition handling. In a Channel 7 interview, he argued the issue is being sidelined by politics, not discussed properly by military medical officials.

Arutz Sheva
Culture·26m ago

A studio meeting turns into a new Torah-inspired song

David Toiv and Amiran Dvir turned a studio work meeting into a new song, “Yichud HaLevavot.” The track grew out of Dvir’s Torah study, features Chavruta with Dvir, and comes with a music video by Dvidi Nachshon.

Kikar HaShabbat
Culture·26m ago

Could Taylor Swift Invite Blake Lively to Her Wedding?

Entertainment reports say Taylor Swift is considering reconciling with Blake Lively after their fallout over the Justin Baldoni legal dispute. Sources suggest Lively may be invited to Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding, rumored for July 3 at Madison Square Garden.

Ynet
Economy·28m ago

Israel Urban Renewal Agency Moves to Tackle Nonviable Projects

Israel’s Urban Renewal Authority is warning planning committees that many renewal projects are no longer financially viable. It is pushing for higher developer margins, more planning flexibility and faster approvals to prevent cancellations and renegotiations.

Globes
Culture·28m ago

‘Checkout’ Movie Draws More Than 250,000 Viewers in Four Days

“Kupa Roshit: The Movie” drew more than 250,000 viewers in four days after opening in Israeli cinemas. Distributor Moshe Aderi called the result extraordinary, while the record for the biggest opening still belongs to “Leshachrer et Shuli Sun.”

Kan News·+2 outlets · 100% center
Economy·29m ago

Fly Card’s New Israeli Issuer Promises Faster Miles and Bigger Travel Perks

FLY CARD has moved from Cal to Isracard, affecting about 500,000 cardholders in Israel. The new version offers faster point earning, travel perks and a launch bonus, while El Al says more than 1 million tickets were bought with redeemed points last year.

Kikar HaShabbat·+3 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Politics·31m ago

Knesset Speaker tells Supreme Court he will not hold a new vote for state comptroller

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana told the High Court he will not hold a new vote for state comptroller. The court is weighing whether to order a repeat ballot after petitions alleged that the earlier vote was not secret. If Ohana refuses, the dispute could escalate into a constitutional crisis.

Calcalist·+8 outlets · 71% center
Culture·33m ago

Hodia Cohen and Zohar Zaken Share a Very Public Romantic Weekend

Hodia Cohen and Zohar Isaac Zaken, former "Big Brother" contestants, shared an intimate Instagram video from a weekend at Zaken’s horse farm. The pair kissed on camera, exchanged declarations of love, and appear to be continuing the relationship that began on the show.

Walla
Weather·33m ago

Severe Heat Wave Sweeps Europe, Prompting Unusual Restrictions

Europe is facing an extreme heat wave that is affecting tens of millions and may peak Monday. France has banned public alcohol consumption in some areas, raised heat alerts, and deployed cooling measures, while sports events have been canceled across the continent.

Mako·+2 outlets · 67% center
Sports·34m ago

Why an Investigation Did Not Keep Willy from the World Cup

Eli Wahy was arrested in France over a suspicious yellow card linked to betting, but he was never charged and was allowed to play in the World Cup. Canada first blocked, then allowed, his entry, while other players at the tournament have also faced gambling-related allegations.

Walla
World·35m ago

Iran’s Victory Celebrations Are Mostly Theater, Analyst Says

Iranian affairs expert Rani Amrani says Tehran’s celebrations over the U.S.-Iran talks are mostly staged for domestic audiences. He says Iran needs the negotiations for economic relief, but will not give up enriched uranium or fully compromise on Hormuz.

Now 14
General·37m ago

Next College Promotes Fast Track Job Training for Haredi Students

Next College says it offers short, practical vocational training designed to help Haredi students enter the workforce quickly. The college combines personal support, job placement assistance and an environment adapted to Haredi needs.

Behadrei Haredim
Economy·38m ago

Amdocs Shares Keep Falling Despite Fresh Layoffs and Restructuring

Amdocs shares have dropped more than 20% in three weeks despite a new restructuring plan and layoffs. The company’s market value has fallen to about $5.54 billion, its lowest level since 2020. Investors are signaling they want real growth, not just cost cuts.

Calcalist
Security·39m ago

Hundreds Attend Funeral for Sgt. Maj. Nir Ben Ari, Killed in Southern Lebanon

Hundreds of residents from the Hof HaCarmel area attended the funeral of Sgt. Maj. Nir Ben Ari, who was killed in southern Lebanon. He will be buried in Kerem Maharal. Earlier, Reserve Sgt. Maj. Alexander Filin was buried after being killed by an explosive device.

Ynet·+3 outlets · 100% center
Politics·39m ago

Reports in Britain: Keir Starmer Expected to Resign Tomorrow

British media say Keir Starmer may resign Monday after heavy pressure from Labour MPs. Andy Burnham is seen as the front-runner to replace him, as Labour worries about electoral collapse and the rise of Reform UK.

Now 14·+4 outlets · 60% right-leaning
Sports·40m ago

Panathinaikos Plans Major Roster Overhaul Under Obradovic

Zeljko Obradovic has officially returned to coach Panathinaikos on a three-year, 10.5 million euro deal. The club is now working on a major roster reshuffle, with center and forward reinforcements the top priorities.

Mako·+3 outlets · 75% center
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Culture08:55 · 4h ago

Rare Plant Bloom Documented for the First Time on Mount Hermon

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Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
The story · English

Botanist Dr. Uri Fragman-Sapir has documented the first-ever flowering of the small dongit plant on Mount Hermon. The plant was found on the Dubdevan ridge in Israel’s highest Hermon area, at an elevation of 2,150 meters.

Last year, Zalman Baumwohl spotted the plant for the first time, and Fragman-Sapir, the scientific director of the Jerusalem Botanical Gardens, identified it during a vegetation survey from a dried specimen. This year, Fragman-Sapir organized a special botanical survey to record the plant in bloom and to monitor other plants in the area.

Fragman-Sapir said the team had to wait for approval from the Nature and Parks Authority and the military to enter the high Hermon area for surveys after the bird nesting season. He said that only on Tuesday were they finally able to go into the field, and they were pleased to find the plant in full bloom with unusual yellow flowers that are closed and opened by small bees.

According to Fragman-Sapir, this is the first documentation of the plant’s flowers in Israel. He added,

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