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Security·4m ago

Two Army Officers, 50 Years Apart, Remembered for Courage and Sacrifice

A Hebrew column compares Lt. Col. Yonatan Netanyahu, killed in the 1976 Entebbe raid, with Lt. Col. Dor Ben Shimon, buried Friday after dying in southern Lebanon. It portrays both men as commanders defined by sacrifice, leadership, and devotion to Israel, and says Ben Shimon was killed when an explosive drone struck his tank.

Arutz Sheva
Politics·10m ago

UK political shock: Starmer expected to announce resignation within minutes

British media report that Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to resign within minutes. The move follows Labour’s recent political defeats and mounting pressure from party members. Reporters gathered outside 10 Downing Street as the announcement was anticipated.

Ynet·+9 outlets · 56% center
Sports·12m ago

Hapoel Ramat Gan Signs Opak Ovadia from Maccabi Herzliya

Hapoel Ramat Gan Givatayim announced the signing of midfielder Opak Ovadia from Maccabi Herzliya. Ovadia, one of the National League’s breakout players, signed for one season with an option for another after scoring five goals and making four assists.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Sports·17m ago

Report: Deschamps May Shuffle France’s Lineup Against Iraq

France meets Iraq on Monday in the second round of the 2026 World Cup and could clinch advancement with a win. Didier Deschamps is considering lineup changes, including Bradley Barcola, Lucas Digne, and possibly Manu Kone if Aurélien Tchouaméni is unfit. Kylian Mbappe said the team’s priority is qualification, while also backing Ousmane Dembele.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
World·20m ago

Foreign Ministry Confirms Three Israelis Killed in Maryland Plane Crash

Israel's Foreign Ministry confirmed Monday that three Israelis were killed in a light plane crash in Maryland, two days after the accident. The ministry said its consul in Washington and the department for Israelis abroad are assisting the families and coordinating with local authorities.

Srugim·+10 outlets · 64% center
Culture·20m ago

Sadegora Cheder Boys Celebrate Beginning of Chumash Study

Sadegora cheder students celebrated a Chumash milestone in a festive school event documented by photographer Shuki Lerer. The article presents the gathering as a religious education celebration for young boys.

Behadrei Haredim
Health·23m ago

Ray Kurzweil Says Aging Could Be Reversed by 2032

Ray Kurzweil says aging could become reversible around 2032 as AI speeds up medicine. Scientists quoted in the article say the research is still early and far from proving it can halt human aging.

Now 14
General·23m ago

3 Million Shekels Allocated to Restore Historic Pools Near Einot Pezael

Israel will spend more than 3 million shekels to renovate the historic pools near Einot Pezael, following site visits by settlement and civil administration officials and MK Zvi Sukkot. The project starts immediately and includes water-routing changes, safety checks, and broader preservation of the full site.

Kikar HaShabbat
Economy·25m ago

Israel’s Risk Premium Falls to a Three-and-a-Half-Year Low: What It Means

Israel’s risk premium fell to its lowest level in three and a half years, according to a Globes explainer. The article defines risk premium and CDS, and says the decline reflects improved perceived financial stability after earlier spikes following the current government’s swearing-in and October 7.

Globes
Politics·25m ago

Netanyahu Accuses Prosecutors of Misleading Him During Retrial Testimony

Benjamin Netanyahu accused Israel’s prosecution of misleading him during his testimony in his trial at the Tel Aviv District Court. He said false claims about a meeting with Noni Mozes and Israel Hayom circulation led him to give contradictory answers, while prosecutors denied any deception.

Mako·+3 outlets · 100% center
Politics·27m ago

Likud’s Primaries Debate Could Weaken the Party, David Bitan Warns

Likud MK David Bitan warned that canceling party primaries and replacing them with a selection committee could weaken or even destroy Likud over time. In a Radio 103FM interview, he also said Netanyahu would remain in politics, criticized the fallout from Netanyahu’s tensions with Donald Trump, and predicted recurring confrontation with Iran.

Arutz Sheva·+10 outlets · 55% center
Security·29m ago

Police Raid in Samua Ends in Arrest of Wanted Suspect and Seizure of Stolen Cars

Police raided the Palestinian village of Samua on Sunday night, seizing two stolen Mazda cars with fake plates and arresting a 32-year-old resident. Officers later arrested a 36-year-old wanted suspect in the same village after he allegedly tried to flee a domestic violence investigation.

Arutz Sheva·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Culture·29m ago

Toy Story 5 Smashes Box Office Records With $312 Million Global Launch

Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 5” opened to a record $312 million worldwide in three days. It earned $160 million in North America and $152 million overseas, easily beating “Toy Story 4”’s 2019 record. Variety said the film opened in 4,425 theaters and landed at the top of forecasts.

Srugim·+2 outlets · 50% center
Security·32m ago

Police Remove Israeli Flags in the Galilee After Security Warning, Triggering Probe

Police removed Israeli flags hung along the road to Beit Rimon in the Galilee after acting on Shin Bet instructions, prompting public outrage. Police Commissioner Danny Levi ordered a full investigation, and National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir said the incident would be examined in depth.

Now 14·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Security·33m ago

Drone Strike in Gaza Kills Two in Western Gaza City Neighborhood

An Israeli Air Force drone strike hit a jeep in Gaza City's Rimal neighborhood on Tuesday morning, killing two militants. The IDF had not yet named the dead, and the report said such identifications usually come about 24 hours later. The article also noted a separate case of two Hamas militants killed, including one involved in holding hostages in Gaza.

Srugim
General·33m ago

Leaked Audio Sparks Outrage Over Israeli Veterans Group Chief's Remarks on PTSD Sufferers

Leaked recordings aired Sunday show Disabled Veterans Organization chairman Idan Klayman lashing out at a group of disabled members and PTSD sufferers. The organization says the comments targeted a small hostile group, while the Defense Ministry reported a sharp rise in war-related injuries and a major expansion of rehabilitation services.

Srugim·+1 outlet · 50% center
Tech·35m ago

Apple says older Watches will miss the next software update

Apple says watchOS 27 will not support several older Apple Watch models, including Series 6 through 8, the second-generation SE, and the original Ultra. The company says the new Siri AI features require newer hardware, and affected watches will still receive security updates and basic support.

Walla
Sports·36m ago

Yamal scores early as Spain crush Saudi Arabia in World Cup action

Spain defeated Saudi Arabia 4-0 in overnight World Cup action, with Lamine Yamal scoring early in his first tournament start. Mikel Oyarzabal scored twice, while Hassan Tambakti added an own goal and Ferran Torres had a late strike disallowed by VAR.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Sports·36m ago

Yamal scores as Spain thrash Saudi Arabia in World Cup action

Spain beat Saudi Arabia 4-0 in World Cup play, with 16-year-old Lamine Yamal scoring in his first start and Mikel Oyarzabal adding two goals. Elsewhere, New Zealand defeated Egypt 3-1, Belgium drew 0-0 with Iran, and Helio Varela scored a historic goal.

Mako·+2 outlets · 100% center
Sports·37m ago

Jerusalem Grand Slam set for Thursday with 76 athletes from 29 countries

The Jerusalem Grand Slam international athletics meet will be held on Thursday, with 76 athletes from 29 countries expected in Jerusalem. Israeli competitors including Blessing Afrifah and Jonathan Kapitolnik will also take part. The event is seen as a key chance for Israelis to compete at home against strong international opposition.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Sports·39m ago

Kevin Garnett Offers Victor Wembanyama Offseason Mentorship

Kevin Garnett said he would like to coach Victor Wembanyama this summer and help him focus on core strength, balance and post skills. His offer came after the Spurs’ 2026 NBA Finals loss and followed both praise and recent criticism of the 22-year-old star.

Walla
General·43m ago

Rat Pups Found in Arkia Drink Cart on Greece-Israel Flight

Arkia crew found a bag of rat pups in a drink cart on a return flight from Preveza, Greece, to Tel Aviv. Arkia and its catering supplier TMM traded blame over sanitation, inspections, and responsibility. Both sides said the flight’s food was not affected.

N12·+5 outlets · 67% center
Culture·44m ago

Bethar Hosts Spiritual Shabbat Event with Rabbi Elimelech Biderman

Bethar hosted an uplifting Shabbat with Rabbi Elimelech Biderman, beginning with a Friday pre-Shabbat gathering and continuing through Motzaei Shabbat. The main events were held at the central Metmideim synagogue in Givat B, organized by Be’er HaEmunah activists and initiated by Mayor Meir Rubinstein.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
General·44m ago

Chief Rabbi David Yosef Welcomes First Great-Grandchild

Rabbi David Yosef became a great-grandfather for the first time on Monday morning. His first great-grandchild was born to his grandson Harel Darshan, prompting celebrations and congratulations from family and followers.

Kikar HaShabbat
Sports·47m ago

Israeli Anti-Doping Chief Says Tiberias Case Could Be Globally Severe

Anti-doping chief Daniel Herstein said the suspected Tiberias doping case could become one of the most serious in world sport. He said the agency may prosecute the club under WADA rules, with penalties that could reach four years and possibly club-wide sanctions, after an investigation that should take several weeks.

N12·+5 outlets · 83% center
General·47m ago

Lakewood’s Wedding Boom Surprises New Jersey Officials

New Jersey’s statistics office found an extraordinary concentration of weddings in Lakewood, with local activists saying nearly 2,000 took place there last year. The surge, tied to yeshiva life and cheaper housing than Brooklyn, has made Lakewood a fast-growing center of young ultra-Orthodox families.

Kikar HaShabbat
General·48m ago

Worker Seriously Injured in Fall at Tirat Carmel Industrial Zone

A 48-year-old worker was moderately injured after falling from a height while working in Tirat Carmel’s industrial zone. Magen David Adom treated him and evacuated him to Rambam Medical Center in Haifa with limb injuries.

Now 14·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
World·48m ago

Iranian delegation leaves Switzerland after preliminary breakthrough talks

Iran’s delegation has left Switzerland for Tehran after mediators Qatar and Pakistan announced initial agreements in talks on a possible final deal. The sides set a 60-day roadmap, created new committees and working groups, and agreed on channels to prevent incidents in the Strait of Hormuz and Lebanon.

Srugim·+9 outlets · 50% center
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Satmar Donor Quietly Gives $3.5 Million to Kiryas Joel Institutions

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A private, low-profile ceremony was held in the Satmar Rebbe’s room in Williamsburg, where businessman and peace activist Rabbi Lipa Friedman announced a total donation of $3.5 million for Satmar institutions in Kiryas Joel, Monroe. The gift was presented in two parts and was dedicated as a tribute to his father, the longtime Satmar attendant, Rabbi Moshe Friedman.

The first part of the donation secured naming rights for the main dining hall of the yeshiva, which will now be called "Heichal Moshe Friedman Meshbak." The hall is being built inside the new "Yovel Landau Building" under construction in Kiryas Joel. The donation was also made, the report said, as a gesture of appreciation to Friedman’s close friend, philanthropist Rabbi Yoel Landau.

The second part purchased naming rights for the entire campus on Larkin Drive in Kiryas Joel, a large educational complex that serves more than 2,000 students from the Hasidic community. The full site will now be named "Shikun Moshe Friedman Meshbak."

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