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Security·16m ago

Unit 636 Kills Two Militiamen After Firebomb Attack Near Carmei Tzur

Unit 636 killed two attackers and neutralized a third near Carmei Tzur after they set tires on fire and hurled firebombs at the community. No Israeli troops were hurt, and searches and firefighting are continuing.

Kikar HaShabbat·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Health·16m ago

26-Year-Old Revived After Collapsing in Jerusalem Synagogue

A 26-year-old man collapsed in a Jerusalem synagogue and was revived by United Hatzalah medics using CPR and a defibrillator. He was evacuated to hospital in serious but stable condition.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Sports·21m ago

A satirical Bosnian song becomes an unexpected World Cup anthem

Dubioza Kolektiv’s 2011 satirical song “USA” has become an unexpected Bosnia and Herzegovina football anthem during the World Cup. After the team’s playoff win over Italy, the band rewrote the lyrics and released a new Sarajevo video that has drawn millions of views.

Walla
World·25m ago

'Living Nostradamus' Warns the Next Global Power Struggle Will Be in Space

Athos Salome, the Brazilian mystic dubbed the Living Nostradamus, says the next struggle for global power will be decided in space. He also warns that quantum computing could force a complete overhaul of digital security. The article says his predictions blend genuine technological risks with vague, sometimes inaccurate forecasting.

Walla
Politics·35m ago

Government to fund restoration of 2,000-year-old Herod’s Pools

The government will invest about 3 million shekels in restoring Herod’s Pools in the Jordan Valley. After a Channel 14 investigation into years of water theft, the site was refilled and attracted hundreds of visitors, and work is expected to begin in September.

Now 14
Sports·38m ago

Hapoel Haifa Signs Midfielder Sali Fahima

Hapoel Haifa announced the signing of attacking midfielder Sali Fahima from Hapoel Acre. Fahima joins for one season with an option for a second, after scoring six goals last season. The club also recently signed Tal Naeem from Maccabi Herzliya.

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Sports·42m ago

Maccabi Tel Aviv in advanced talks to sign Richaun Holmes

Maccabi Tel Aviv are in advanced talks to sign center Richaun Holmes, according to Sport 5. Holmes, 32, joined Panathinaikos last summer after an NBA career and later left the club near the end of the season.

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Politics·43m ago

Zelensky Accuses Polish President of Fanning Anti-Ukrainian Hatred

Volodymyr Zelensky accused Polish President Karol Nawrocki of fanning hatred against Ukrainians after Nawrocki revoked Zelensky’s highest Polish decoration. Zelensky linked the move to next year’s Polish prime ministerial race and warned it could end badly.

Ynet
Security·57m ago

Israel Weighs Letting Lebanese Army Take Over Hezbollah Underground Stronghold

Israeli forces are holding positions above a major Hezbollah underground stronghold south of Nabatieh but have not entered the tunnels because of the ceasefire. Israel is considering handing the site to the Lebanese Army, which officials see as a test of whether Beirut will confront Hezbollah openly.

Kikar HaShabbat·+2 outlets · 67% center
Sports·59m ago

Paraguay Fan Marisol Olmedo Becomes a Viral World Cup Figure

Marisol Olmedo, a Paraguay fan known as “La Madrina,” has become a viral figure at the 2026 World Cup. She drew attention in the stands, on social media, and after an Instagram wardrobe mishap, while also facing past controversy in Paraguay.

Walla
Sports·1h ago

Hapoel Tel Aviv beats Maccabi to force a fourth championship game

Hapoel Tel Aviv defeated Maccabi Tel Aviv 74-80 on Sunday night to force a fourth game in the Israeli Basketball Premier League finals. After the game, owner Ofer Yannay cut short coach Dimitris Itoudis’s interview, while players said the team believes it can still win the title.

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Sports·1h ago

Hapoel forces a Game 4 after Maccabi’s first playoff loss

Hapoel Tel Aviv beat Maccabi Tel Aviv 80-74 in Game 3 of the Winner League playoff finals. The series now moves to Game 4 on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, and if needed, a Game 5 will follow on Thursday.

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Sports·1h ago

Iran Fans Face Boos and Anti-Regime Protests Again in Los Angeles

Iran was booed again during its anthem before a 2026 World Cup match against Belgium in Los Angeles. Outside SoFi Stadium, 300 to 500 anti-regime protesters demonstrated, while regime-opposition flags appeared in the stands. The tensions reflect Los Angeles’s large Iranian diaspora and the political sensitivity around Iran’s games.

Walla
World·1h ago

Syrian President Rejects Trump's Suggestion That Damascus Handle Hezbollah

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa rejected Donald Trump’s suggestion that Syria should take over the Hezbollah file in Lebanon. He said Damascus will help only peacefully and not by war, while Trump had praised Syria’s role and urged Israel to let Syria handle the group.

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World·1h ago

U.S. Diplomat Says First Day of Switzerland Talks Left All Sides Satisfied

An American diplomat said the first day of talks in Switzerland with Iran, Pakistan, and Qatar went well and may continue into the night. The discussions covered Lebanon’s ceasefire enforcement, the Strait of Hormuz, and the nuclear file. Senior talks are expected to end Monday, followed by technical talks likely remaining in Switzerland.

Mako·+3 outlets · 75% center
Politics·1h ago

Smotrich Seeks to Move Torah Study Basic Law Away from Religious Zionism Committee

Israel’s coalition is expected to move the Basic Law: Torah Study from the Constitution Committee to the Knesset Committee at Bezalel Smotrich’s request. The bill passed a preliminary reading 56-43, but it exposed coalition dissent and remains controversial within the national religious camp.

Behadrei Haredim
Sports·1h ago

John DiBartolomeo Agrees to Two More Years with Maccabi Tel Aviv

John DiBartolomeo has agreed to a new two-year contract with Maccabi Tel Aviv and will remain captain next season. The 34-year-old guard is set to begin his 10th season with the club, after joining Maccabi Tel Aviv from Maccabi Haifa in 2017.

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Sports·1h ago

Maccabi Tel Aviv Extends O'Shae Brissett Through 2028

Maccabi Tel Aviv has signed forward O'Shae Brissett to a two-year extension through summer 2028. The move was finalized after his improved first season and during the club's playoff final loss to Hapoel Tel Aviv.

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Sports·1h ago

MatchUp podcast goes live after Maccabi, Hapoel Tel Aviv final thriller

MatchUp aired a live episode after Hapoel Tel Aviv beat Maccabi Tel Aviv in Game 3 of the playoff final and forced a fourth game. Hosted by Pini Gershon and Aharleh Weisberg with guest Avi Kovalsky, the show streamed on ynet and Be.po platforms before becoming available on podcast apps.

Ynet
Sports·1h ago

Yanai Steps In as Collabella Rages Over Officiating After Maccabi’s Game 1 Loss

Maccabi Tel Aviv fell 80-74 to Hapoel Tel Aviv on Tuesday, blowing a chance to clinch the championship. After the game, Hapoel manager Claudio Collabella berated referee Omer Estron, and owner Ofer Yanai joined the confrontation. The report pointed to foul counts of 23 for Hapoel and 18 for Maccabi.

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World·1h ago

Iconic Air Force One Jet Will Keep Flying Beside New Qatari-Backed 747

The U.S. Air Force has confirmed that the veteran VC-25A Air Force One will keep flying, despite White House farewell posts. It will serve alongside a newly converted Boeing 747-8 donated by Qatar until Boeing’s delayed next-generation presidential jets arrive in 2028.

Kikar HaShabbat
Sports·1h ago

Maccabi lead cut after Hapoel Tel Aviv forces a Game 4 in the finals

Hapoel Tel Aviv beat Maccabi Tel Aviv 80-74 in Game 3 at Yad Eliyahu to force a Game 4 on Tuesday. Vasilije Micic led Hapoel with 29 points and 10 assists, while coach Dimitris Itoudis praised the defense and Micic’s ability to perform under pressure.

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General·1h ago

Bnei Brak Outcry Follows Closure of Two Mishnat Yosef Pickup Sites

Mishnat Yosef closed two Bnei Brak distribution points in one week, including a site at Sokolov and Alharizi. An audio recording says Rabbi David Schreiber helped pressure the company over modesty concerns, prompting a heated backlash among customers and activists.

Kikar HaShabbat
World·1h ago

Strong Explosion Reported in Doha, Qatar

Reuters and Iran’s Saberin news agency reported a strong explosion heard in Doha, the capital of Qatar. No cause, casualties, or damage details were given in the initial reports.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 50% center
Security·1h ago

Man Seriously Injured in Stabbing in Lod

A man about 45 was seriously wounded in a stabbing on Eli Cohen Street in Lod. Magen David Adom evacuated him to Shamir-Assaf Harofeh Medical Center in Be'er Ya'akov.

Ynet
General·1h ago

Mother of fallen tank fighter reveals she is pregnant at his funeral

Thousands attended the Sunday funeral of Sgt. Nave Habsush, a tank fighter killed in combat. His mother, Einav, revealed she is pregnant at age 46 and said the unborn child gives her strength after losing her only son. His father, Haim, read Nave’s last message and described him as a quiet, selfless son.

Srugim·+1 outlet · 50% center
Politics·1h ago

Bennett and Lapid Hold Joint Campaign Meeting to Stem Eizenkot's Rise

Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid held their first joint campaign headquarters meeting on Sunday evening after polls showed Gadi Eisenkot overtaking them in the bloc. Their team instructed activists not to attack Eisenkot, in an effort to present a united front and stop further vote loss.

Srugim
General·1h ago

Free Wi-Fi Can Expose Users to Bank Account Theft, Security Experts Warn

Security experts warn that free public Wi-Fi can expose users to fake networks, stolen passwords, and bank fraud. They advise avoiding sensitive activity on public networks, using mobile data when possible, and enabling protections like VPNs and two-factor authentication.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
General·1h ago

Natali Dadon Announces Engagement After On-Off Reunion

Natali Dadon and Amit Perlis announced their engagement on Sunday after resuming their relationship in March. The couple, who share a nine-year-old son, had split in September after about a decade together before reconciling and making a public appearance last week.

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Security19:48 · 1h ago

Strong Explosion Reported in Qatar's Capital Doha

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A strong explosion was heard in Doha, the capital of Qatar, according to an initial report. No further details were provided in the article, which said more information would be published immediately.

Read the original at Ynet