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Economy·4m ago

Bank of Israel unveils a new flat-fee checking account plan, but savings may be limited

Bank of Israel has approved a sweeping new checking account fee structure that caps households and small businesses at 10 shekels a month for 100 transactions, with the new rules starting in July 2027. The reform also limits debit card fees to 7 shekels in October and removes or reduces several outdated charges, though the savings for many customers may be modest.

Calcalist·+5 outlets · 100% center
Security·6m ago

Bnei Brak synagogue defaced with animal remains in suspected hate attack

Worshippers at the Niro Ya'ir synagogue in Bnei Brak discovered animal remains thrown into their study hall Monday morning. Police launched an accelerated investigation into the suspected desecration, which community leaders called a severe attack on a holy place.

Kikar HaShabbat
Health·8m ago

AI System Helps Doctors Identify 18 Rare Childhood Diseases

Researchers at Boston Children’s Hospital and Harvard used OpenAI’s o3 model to help diagnose 18 children with rare diseases. The study, published in NEJM AI, is part of a broader AI rollout that has produced more than 40 rare-disease diagnoses since early 2025.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·17m ago

Israel Weighs Limited Pullbacks in South Lebanon Ahead of Washington Talks

Israel is weighing limited troop pullbacks from southern Lebanon, including the Beaufort area, ahead of Tuesday’s Washington talks with Lebanon. Israeli officials say the yellow line is nonnegotiable, and no U.S. request has been made for an Israeli withdrawal. Lebanon is pressing for a ceasefire, Israeli pullout, army deployment to the border and reconstruction.

Mako·+4 outlets · 60% right-leaning
General·18m ago

Bnei Brak Residents Force Closure of Two Mishnat Yosef Distribution Sites

Mishnat Yosef closed two distribution points in Bnei Brak within a week after residents protested noise, traffic and parking problems. The protest also included signs warning of “serious modesty obstacles,” and the network said the main difficulty is operating in public spaces.

Kikar HaShabbat
Sports·18m ago

Report: Antetokounmpo Trade Could Be Finalized Within 48 Hours

U.S. reports say Giannis Antetokounmpo could be traded within 48 hours, before the 2026 NBA Draft. Miami is the leading destination, with Boston interested and the Lakers and Detroit possibly joining a larger deal.

Mako·+2 outlets · 100% center
Sports·24m ago

Spain Roars to 3-0 First-Half Lead Over Saudi Arabia at the World Cup

Spain led Saudi Arabia 3-0 at halftime in their World Cup 2026 group match on Sunday. Lamine Yamal and Mikel Oyarzabal scored, with Oyarzabal netting twice in three minutes. Saudi Arabia struggled badly in the first half, while Spain looked headed for its first tournament win.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 50% center
Politics·27m ago

High Court Freezes State Comptroller Vote and Sets Deadline for the Knesset

The High Court of Justice ordered the Knesset and other respondents to explain why Michael Rabivilio’s election as state comptroller should not be canceled. It set a fast timeline for filings, capped briefs at 10 pages, and ordered the case heard by a five-judge panel on June 28, 2026.

Srugim·+4 outlets · 75% right-leaning
Security·27m ago

IDF Says It Uncovered a Large Hezbollah Tunnel Complex in Southern Lebanon

The IDF says it uncovered a large Hezbollah tunnel complex in Majdal Zun, southern Lebanon, about 10 kilometers inside the border. It reported killing more than 20 operatives, destroying over 50 terror sites, and finding a tunnel over 200 meters long with launch shafts and weapons storage. The army released video from the stone-cut tunnel and said the site contained hundreds of weapons, anti-tank missiles, explosives, and drones.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Sports·31m ago

Maccabi Tel Aviv Looks to Sweep Final Against Hapoel Tel Aviv in Game 3

Maccabi Tel Aviv hosts Hapoel Tel Aviv in Game 3 of the playoff final on June 21, 2026. After winning the first two games, Maccabi can clinch its 58th title with one more victory, while Hapoel coach Dimitris Itoudis has replaced Chris Jones with KJ Cook.

Mako·+4 outlets · 60% center
Politics·32m ago

High Court Orders Knesset to Explain Rabillo Appointment Over Secret Ballot Claims

Israel’s High Court ordered the Knesset to justify Michael Rabillo’s appointment as state comptroller, but only on claims that the secret ballot was compromised. It rejected the conflict-of-interest argument tied to Rabillo’s past work for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and set a hearing for next Sunday at 9:00 a.m.

Ynet
Culture·35m ago

Baba Sali’s Cap Placed on Bar Mitzvah Boy in Festive Family Celebration

A festive bar mitzvah for the great-grandson of Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen featured a rare moment when Rabbi Moshe Eliyahu Buso placed the Baba Sali’s yarmulke on the boy’s head. Chief Rabbi David Yosef and Rabbi Zamir Cohen spoke, and the boy later danced with his great-grandfather and the guests.

Behadrei Haredim
Politics·35m ago

High Court moves toward ordering a repeat vote on Israel’s state comptroller

Israel’s Supreme Court issued an order nisi in petitions over the state comptroller election, moving closer to annulling the vote. The court set a June 28 hearing, expanded the panel to five judges, and said the Knesset’s refusal to hold a repeat vote prompted the order.

Behadrei Haredim·+3 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Sports·41m ago

Alba Berlin Stages Stunning Comeback to Win German Title

Alba Berlin won its 12th German championship, beating Bayern Munich 84-81 in the decisive final game in Munich. Trailing by 20 at halftime, Alba stormed back with a dominant second half and a 31-15 fourth quarter.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Tech·47m ago

Automakers Start Moving Away from Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

Major automakers are starting to move away from Android Auto and Apple CarPlay toward AI-powered in-car systems. The shift is driven by data control and electric-vehicle needs, but it is also fueling fears of broader subscription fees.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Economy·48m ago

Finance Ministry Moves to End Social Security Discounts for Students and Yeshiva Students

Israel’s Finance Ministry is seeking to cancel reduced National Insurance and health contributions for students and yeshiva students, raising their monthly payment from 171 shekels to 266. The move follows a warning that the National Insurance Institute could face financial collapse by 2035, and the ministry says the change would improve its finances by about 1 billion shekels a year.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
World·50m ago

Iranian Talks Break Down After Trump Threatens Strikes, Hormuz Move

Iranian media reported that Tehran’s negotiators walked out of talks after President Donald Trump issued new threats over Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. Trump later linked the talks to Hezbollah and warned of heavier strikes, while Iranian officials rejected the warnings and said their forces were ready.

Srugim·+4 outlets · 80% right-leaning
Politics·53m ago

Court security requires signed pledge for first time before Supreme Court hearing

Israel's Courts Security Service for the first time required certain disruptive visitors to sign a pledge before entering a Supreme Court hearing on judicial selection rules. The Movement for Governance and Democracy protested, questioning the legal basis and privacy implications of the new practice.

Ynet·+1 outlet · 50% center
Sports·53m ago

Oyarzabal turns Spain's attack around with a quick brace

Mikel Oyarzabal scored twice and assisted once as Spain beat Saudi Arabia 3-0 at the 2026 World Cup. Spanish media said his form has transformed La Roja’s attack, and he became the first Spain player since Fernando Torres in 2006 to score a World Cup brace.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Economy·53m ago

Global Business Bankruptcies Surge as Energy Costs and Credit Tighten

Coface says global business bankruptcies rose 12% in early 2026 and are likely to keep climbing. It points to energy shocks linked to the Iran crisis, tighter credit and higher wages, with the U.S., France and Israel all showing notable increases.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 50% center
Politics·56m ago

Supreme Court Hears Challenge to Judicial Appointments Overhaul

Israel’s Supreme Court heard a full-bench challenge to the law changing how judges are selected, with justices sharply skeptical of the government’s motives. The petition argues the reform politicizes appointments, weakens judicial independence, and could undermine democracy after the elections.

Calcalist·+12 outlets · 55% center
Economy·57m ago

Lunch Benefits Battle Heats Up as Wolt Takes on Cibus

Wolt has launched a campaign to win corporate lunch customers from Cibus, after reports that their partnership will end in 2026. Cibus responded with its own message, saying competition is won through product and trust, not drama, and unveiling Cibus+. The article also covered Israel’s annual marketing conference, a major exit for Tamura after Cisco bought Astrix Security, and several executive appointments.

Globes
Security·59m ago

Truck Driver Charged After Fatal Crash Caught on Video

A truck driver has been charged over a fatal crash at the Nir Banim gas station on June 5, 2026. Prosecutors say video and the indictment show he drove on while knowing the victim was beside the truck, killing him, and they also accuse him of drug, assault, and threat offenses.

Walla·+1 outlet · 100% center
World·1h ago

Iran warns talks could collapse after Trump's threats

Iran formally protested to the U.S. over Donald Trump’s threats, calling them a breach of agreement terms. Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned from Switzerland that Iran’s armed forces are ready to respond, while Tasnim said talks could stop unless Israel withdraws from Lebanon and the fighting ends on all fronts.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 50% center
Culture·1h ago

Creamy Pink Pasta Ready in 15 Minutes

This article offers a 15-minute recipe for creamy pink pasta, suitable for a weeknight meal or casual guests. It gives the ingredient list, step-by-step method, and optional add-ins like mushrooms, broccoli, sweet potato, or salmon.

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World13:15 · 4h ago

Trump warns Iran it could lose its country if the Strait of Hormuz closes

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Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
The story · English

Despite ongoing negotiations, U.S. President Donald Trump continued to threaten the Islamic Republic of Iran in an interview with Fox News. He said that if the Strait of Hormuz were shut, Iran would have no country left.

Trump was responding to remarks by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, and the article notes that he also addressed Pezeshkian’s statements directly. The source does not provide the full content of those remarks.

The warning comes as diplomatic talks remain underway, but Trump’s comments signal that he is still using pressure and threats alongside the negotiations. The Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route, remains the central point in his warning to Tehran.

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