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Economy·3m ago

Knesset Push to Grant Beer Sheva Tax Break Draws Cost and Fairness Criticism

Knesset lawmakers are advancing a Beer Sheva tax break that would cost about 600 million shekels a year, though the committee review was delayed. The article says the plan is part of a broader pattern of city-specific tax incentives that experts and the Finance Ministry say are costly, unfair, and ineffective.

Calcalist·+2 outlets · 100% center
Economy·3m ago

Azorim and Egged Real Estate to Build 117-Unit Mixed-Use Project in Beit Shemesh

Azorim Real Estate and Egged Real Estate signed a deal to build a mixed residential and commercial project in eastern Beit Shemesh for about 300 million shekels, excluding land. The development, on an Egged-owned transport site, will include 117 apartments, retail space, public areas and an underground electric-bus depot.

Calcalist
Economy·7m ago

Amdocs Shares Sink to Six-Year Low as AI and Slow Growth Weigh on Investors

Amdocs shares fell sharply last week, extending a decline that has pushed the stock near a six-year low and cut its market value to $5.5 billion. Investors are worried about slower growth, AI disruption and recent leadership changes, even though the company is still profitable, buying back stock and paying dividends.

Globes·+1 outlet
Economy·8m ago

State Companies Authority Pushes Three Mergers to Cut Duplication and Costs

Israel’s State Companies Authority is promoting mergers across real estate, defense and transportation to cut duplication and save public money. The plan would combine Yarum with Dira Lehaschir, Elta with Israel Aerospace Industries, and possibly Hotsa Israel with Netivei Ayalon. Officials say the changes could streamline operations, eliminate some political appointments and save tens of millions of shekels a year.

Globes
Economy·11m ago

Israeli tech layoffs deepen as AI and a weak dollar squeeze companies

Israel’s tech sector is facing a deepening layoff wave, with nearly 6,000 jobs cut in May and about 8,500 since January. Executives and officials say weak dollar exchange rates, AI adoption and post-pandemic restructuring are driving the cuts, but many workers are finding new jobs quickly.

Globes
World·48m ago

Araghchi Says First Real Test Is Lebanon De-escalation Mechanism

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said after U.S. talks in Switzerland that the first real test is the Lebanon de-escalation mechanism announced by Pakistan and Qatar. He said mediation had advanced efforts to end the war in Lebanon and that the understandings also cover Iranian oil and petrochemical exports, frozen assets, and reconstruction plans.

Ynet
World·1h ago

Mediators announce Lebanon de-confliction mechanism after 18-hour U.S.-Iran talks

Qatar and Pakistan said the first 18 hours of U.S.-Iran talks in Switzerland produced an agreement to set up a Lebanon de-confliction mechanism. The mediators also said technical talks will continue this week, with a high-level oversight committee and a goal of a final deal within 60 days.

Ynet·+2 outlets · 100% center
Sports·1h ago

Cape Verde Run Could Boost Maccabi Tel Aviv’s World Cup Payout

Helio Varela’s goal for Cape Verde against Uruguay could increase Maccabi Tel Aviv’s World Cup compensation. The club earns $7,300 per day for Varela’s tournament participation, with the total already at $160,600 and potentially rising to $226,300 if Cape Verde advances.

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

US and Iran Talks Make Progress After 18-Hour Round in Switzerland

Qatar and Pakistan said US-Iran talks in Switzerland made encouraging progress and produced a plan for continuing technical negotiations. The sides agreed on a supreme committee, a direct communication line, and a 60-day roadmap toward a final deal.

Walla·+4 outlets · 80% center
Sports·3h ago

Lamine Yamal Makes History as Spain Crush Saudi Arabia

Spain beat Saudi Arabia 4-0 at the World Cup as 18-year-old Lamine Yamal scored in his first tournament start. Yamal set multiple age records, while Mikel Oyarzabal scored twice and assisted Spain’s first goal.

Ynet·+3 outlets · 100% center
Sports·4h ago

From the Street to the World Cup: Meet Cape Verde’s Breakout Star

A Sport5 feature published on June 22, 2026, tells the backstory of Cape Verde’s World Cup striker. It says he was spotted on a New York street, later rejected by Benfica, and went through a spell under Ivic before rising to prominence.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·4h ago

Trump lashes out at New York Times over doubts about Iran campaign

Donald Trump responded angrily to a New York Times report questioning progress in the war with Iran. He insisted Iran’s military and leadership have been devastated, while also claiming the Strait of Hormuz remains open and the U.S. economy is strong. The article says the post reflects mounting pressure on Trump to defend his narrative of victory.

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Weather·5h ago

Pleasant, Stable Summer Weather Expected in the Coming Days

Israel’s weather will stay mostly stable and pleasantly summer-like over the next few days. After a slight cooling on Monday, temperatures will rise a bit on Wednesday and fall again on Thursday.

Now 14·+3 outlets · 50% center
World·5h ago

Graham Tells Lebanon U.S. Help Is Coming as Trump Raises Pressure on Iran

Senator Lindsey Graham told Lebanese civilians that U.S. help is coming and Hezbollah's reign of fear is nearing its end. His remarks came as Donald Trump escalated pressure on Iran over talks in Switzerland, while Arab media reported the Iranian delegation walked out of negotiations.

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Security·5h 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·5h 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·5h 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·5h 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·6h 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.

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Sports·6h 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.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Sports·6h 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.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·6h 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.

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World01:25 · 1h ago

Trump Declares De la Espriella the Winner in Colombia’s Election

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U.S. President Donald Trump said right-wing candidate Abelardo de la Espriella had won Colombia’s presidential election, posting on X, "He won, big!" Trump shared a news report highlighting de la Espriella’s lead over his left-wing rival, Ivan Cepeda.

De la Espriella has not yet been formally declared the winner. With more than 99% of the vote counted, he is ahead of Cepeda by less than 1 percentage point, a margin of about 245,000 votes.

Cepeda said the results were "not final" and said he intended to challenge them in 33,000 polling stations. The final outcome remains pending official confirmation.

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