Chief Rabbi David Yosef Welcomes First Great-Grandchild

Culture·4m ago

Rabbi Bigman Describes His Yeshiva’s Strength as Creative Diversity

Rabbi David Bigman marked his 80th birthday and his new role as yeshiva president with a personal speech in which he thanked his family, staff and students. He said the yeshiva’s many voices are not a problem but a source of creative energy.

Arutz Sheva

Culture·5m ago

Jerusalem Cantors Choir Draws Warm Reception in Azerbaijan

The Jerusalem Cantors Choir toured Azerbaijan for a week, performing in Quba and Baku and visiting Jewish institutions. The group was warmly received by diplomats, local Jews, and participants at religious events.

Arutz Sheva

Security·7m ago

About 15 IDF observation trainees suffer heatstroke in the Negev

About 15 IDF observation-trainee soldiers reportedly suffered heatstroke and dehydration after field training and shooting drills in heavy heat at Sdei Yaron in the Negev. The IDF said the soldiers received treatment and remain under medical supervision.

Arutz Sheva

Security·10m ago

Israeli indictment says Telegram catfishing ring extorted men with threats and violence

Israel indicted four men for using fake Telegram profiles to lure men, impersonate officials and extort more than 500,000 shekels. Prosecutors say they threatened, assaulted and blackmailed victims, sometimes spreading photos and false posts to relatives and contacts.

Channel 13·+4 outlets · 80% center

Security·10m ago

Rabbi Yigal Cohen Condemns Police Violence at Highway 4 Protest

Rabbi Yigal Cohen condemned what he called brutal police violence during an ultra-Orthodox protest on Highway 4 near Bnei Brak. He said police do important work, but insisted the officers who beat protesters, including a 16-year-old, had “lost their humanity.”

Kikar HaShabbat

Politics·12m ago

Yesha Council Chief Calls for Israeli Sovereignty in West Bank at JNS Conference

Israel Ganz, head of the Yesha Council and Binyamin Regional Council, used a JNS conference in Jerusalem to call for Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria. He tied the demand to historical claims, U.S.-Israel relations, and planned regional economic development, while invoking the recent death of a Binyamin soldier and four other fighters in Gaza.

Arutz Sheva

Politics·12m ago

Likud Closing in on Compromise Over Primary Rules and Timing

Likud’s constitution committee will meet Thursday to set the rules for the party’s primaries amid a struggle between Benjamin Netanyahu and activists led by David Bitan. The likely compromise would preserve primaries, give Netanyahu about eight reserved slots, and expand the national list while shrinking district representation. If the general election is held on October 20, Likud’s internal vote would likely be in August.

Now 14·+2 outlets · 67% center

Economy·16m ago

Qatar Fund Stalls Volkswagen-Rafael Iron Dome Deal

Qatar’s 17% stake in Volkswagen is being used to delay a planned partnership with Rafael to make Iron Dome components in Germany. The project, signed in April, is important to Volkswagen’s effort to shift away from loss-making plants, while Lower Saxony officials are urging a long-term solution for the 2,300-worker site.

Globes

General·16m ago

Liam Payne’s $32.2 Million Estate Expected to Go to His 9-Year-Old Son

Liam Payne died in October 2024 in Buenos Aires without a valid will, leaving an estimated $32.2 million net estate. Under inheritance law in England and Wales, his 9-year-old son, Bear Grey, is expected to inherit the money, with Cheryl Cole and lawyer Richard Mark Bray appointed to administer the estate.

Walla·+3 outlets · 100% center

General·17m ago

Public Transit in Modi'in Illit Halted After Driver Clash

Public transportation in Modi'in Illit was severely disrupted Monday after a clash between a Kavim bus driver and a private shuttle driver. Police detained the bus driver after a passenger allegedly reported him as a “terrorist,” and Kavim later suspended service in the city while trying to restore normal operations.

Kikar HaShabbat

Politics·17m ago

Pakistan Says Iran and U.S. Agreed on Roadmap Toward Final Deal

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Iran and the United States finished successful talks in Switzerland. He said they agreed on a roadmap toward a final deal within 60 days and will hold further technical talks.

Ynet·+9 outlets · 50% center

Weather·18m ago

Europe Battles Heatwave as Transport, Tourism and Wildlife Are Hit

Europe is enduring a severe heatwave that has disrupted trains, tourism and wildlife care, with temperatures approaching 40C and red alerts issued in Italy. Officials in France, Spain, Belgium and Switzerland reported cancellations, warnings and record or near-record heat, while experts linked the pattern to climate change.

Calcalist·+4 outlets · 50% center

Economy·18m ago

Why Insider Buying in Varonis and Similarweb Deserved Attention

The article says insider buying can reveal more than public commentary, using Varonis and Similarweb as examples. In both cases, company leaders bought shares after sharp stock declines, and the stocks later rebounded strongly.

Globes

Security·19m ago

Man in His 30s Seriously Injured in Car Rollover Near Hamat Gader

A man in his 30s was seriously injured when his vehicle overturned near the Hamat Gader junction on Route 89. He was treated at the scene and flown unconscious to a northern hospital with chest and abdominal injuries.

Now 14·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning

Economy·21m ago

Israeli Transport Ministry Study Sees Gasoline Cars Dominating Through 2035

A new Transport Ministry and Environmental Protection Ministry report forecasts that gasoline cars could still dominate Israel’s fleet in 2030 and 2035 under most scenarios. Only a highly ambitious regulatory push would sharply increase electric cars, shared vehicles, congestion pricing and clean-air zones.

Calcalist

Politics·24m ago

Starmer quits after Labour's historic win unravels into political crisis

Keir Starmer resigned as UK prime minister on Monday after months of political pressure and a major loss of support for Labour. The article ties his fall to local election losses, economic weakness, and anger over immigration, while Andy Burnham emerges as the frontrunner to replace him.

Now 14·+13 outlets · 58% center

Security·25m ago

Indictment Filed Over Fires and Riot Near Beit Shemesh Police Station

Israeli prosecutors charged Yosef Friedman, 46, of Beit Shemesh, with three counts of arson and rioting after fires were lit near the local police station during a protest over a yeshiva student's arrest. The State Attorney’s Office is seeking to keep him jailed until the case ends.

Kikar HaShabbat·+3 outlets · 100% right-leaning

Sports·25m ago

Iran Players Leave a Message of Peace After Belgium Draw, but Regime Symbols Draw Attention

Iran’s national team drew 0-0 with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, then left a locker-room message in Los Angeles calling for peace and friendship. The note also carried “Minab 168” symbols tied to a regime propaganda campaign, while Iranian officials used the result to promote political and military messaging.

Now 14·+2 outlets · 67% center

Sports·26m ago

Trey Lyles Confirms He Is Leaving Real Madrid

Trey Lyles confirmed he will leave Real Madrid when his one-year contract ends. The 30-year-old forward, linked to Hapoel Tel Aviv and a possible NBA return, said Madrid was a great experience. He averaged 13.5 points and 4.5 rebounds in EuroLeague play this season.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center

World·29m ago

Viral Video Shows $20 Online Parachute Failing Midair

A TikTok video filmed in Denver, Colorado, showed a $20 online parachute tearing apart as a jumper deployed it. The clip drew 6.2 million views and was presented as a warning about buying cheap safety equipment online.

Kikar HaShabbat

Sports·31m ago

Vincent Poirier Becomes a Free Agent After Leaving Anadolu Efes

Monaco expects about 1.5 million euros from buyouts as it prepares for next season, likely in the EuroCup. Vincent Poirier has been released by Anadolu Efes and is now a free agent.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center

Security·31m ago

Smotrich Says Israel Will Stay in South Lebanon for Years Until Hezbollah Is Disarmed

Bezalel Smotrich said in a Channel 7 interview that Israel will stay in southern Lebanon for years unless Hezbollah is disarmed. He praised the IDF, rejected claims of U.S. pressure, and urged the opposition not to exploit soldiers for politics.

Arutz Sheva

Economy·36m ago

Israel's Central Bank Tackles Bank Fees, but Critics Say the Real Problem Is Interest Rates

Israel's central bank is cutting rates again and moving to simplify bank account fees. The article welcomes the fee reform but says the real problem is high interest on loans, overdrafts, and the very low returns banks pay on household cash.

Walla·+7 outlets · 83% center

Politics·37m ago

Netanyahu Says Prosecutors Trapped Him in Court Testimony

Benjamin Netanyahu told the court that prosecutors misled him during re-examination and caused contradictory testimony. He cited a supposed meeting with Noni Mozes and a question about Israel Hayom’s weekend edition, while the prosecution denied any deception.

Behadrei Haredim·+4 outlets · 80% center

General·38m ago

Dead Rat Pups Found in Service Cart on Arkia Flight to Greece

Rat pups were found in a closed service cart on an Arkia flight from Israel to Greece after landing in Greece. Arkia blames its caterer, Tamam, while Tamam denies responsibility and says an investigation is underway.

Ynet·+7 outlets · 63% center

Sports·38m ago

Kevin Garnett Offers to Train Victor Wembanyama on Core Strength

Kevin Garnett publicly offered to train Victor Wembanyama, saying the Spurs star should work on core strength. Wembanyama, who led San Antonio back to the playoffs and wants to improve his passing, could work with Garnett this summer.

N12·+2 outlets · 100% center

World·39m ago

Lebanon’s parliament speaker says any Israeli withdrawal will be followed by disarmament

Lebanon’s parliament speaker Nabih Berri said Israel must withdraw from each area of south Lebanon as it is cleared of weapons, while the Lebanese army deploys. He said Hezbollah is observing the ceasefire, accused Israel of violating it, and rejected “pilot zones” as too slow and impractical.

Walla

Security·41m ago

Ben Gvir Pushes Police to Reopen Extortion Case After News Report

Police reopened an extortion case against a Holon contractor after a News 14 report drew Itamar Ben Gvir's intervention. The man says criminals threatened him over a fake debt, extorted him for money, and kept intimidating him even after he gave police recordings and evidence.

Now 14

General·41m ago

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban Trade Public Birthday and Father’s Day Tributes After Divorce

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban exchanged public Instagram birthday and Father’s Day tributes despite their recent divorce. The couple finalized their split in January after 19 years of marriage, with a custody arrangement giving Kidman most of the year and Urban alternate weekends.

Ynet

Security·42m ago

Police Surprise Rachel Edri’s Son with Promotion at the Okafim Home

Israel Police promoted Evyatar Edri to chief inspector in a surprise ceremony at his family home in Ofakim. The house, where his parents were held hostage on October 7 before a YAMAM rescue, has become a symbol of the attacks and of the city’s response.

Kikar HaShabbat·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning

Sports·42m ago

Omri Casspi at 38, 10 milestones in a trailblazing career

Omri Casspi, the first Israeli NBA player, is highlighted on his 38th birthday for a career that moved from Maccabi Tel Aviv to the NBA and beyond. After a knee injury ended his comeback attempt, he retired in 2021 and later became a venture capital investor. In 2025, he was selected to light a torch at Israel’s Independence Day ceremony.

Srugim

Politics·44m ago

Ultra-Orthodox parties threaten to block communications bill until key religious legislation advances

Shas and Degel HaTorah said they will block the coalition’s communications bill unless key ultra-Orthodox legislation, including the Housing Bill and the Basic Law on Torah study, advances first. Agudat Yisrael also says it will vote against the bill on the merits.

Kikar HaShabbat·+2 outlets · 67% center

General·44m ago

Rabbi Biderman: Trust in God Means No Worry, No Cheating, No Regret

Rabbi Elimelech Biderman said a person who trusts in God does not worry about provision, cheat, or steal. He also said such faith prevents regret over past mistakes. The short video was published on June 21, 2026 by Kikar HaShabbat.

Kikar HaShabbat

Sports·44m ago

Cape Verde's Helio Varela Gives Israeli Fans a World Cup Moment

Helio Varela of Maccabi Tel Aviv scored in Cape Verde's 2-2 draw with Uruguay, prompting celebration in Israel. The goal complicated Uruguay's path to the knockout round and raised Cape Verde's own chances of advancing.

Walla·+2 outlets · 100% center

General·45m ago

Rav Shimon Galai to Pray at the Grave of the 'Pele Yoetz' in Bulgaria

Rabbi Shimon Galai will travel Wednesday to Silistra, Bulgaria, to pray at the grave of the Pele Yoetz for donors to Kupa Ha'Ir. The event follows guidance attributed to Rabbi Chaim Kanievsky and will include reading donors' names and issuing signed keepsake deeds.

Behadrei Haredim

Politics·46m ago

Ben-Gvir Rebuts Critics, Says Israel Must Not Apologize

Itamar Ben-Gvir dismissed criticism over a controversial post about Lebanese mothers, saying it projects Israeli strength and deters enemies. In a 103FM interview, he also attacked foreign-policy restraint, commented on U.S. pressure over Iran and Lebanon, and said Israel may need to act alone if necessary.

Walla

World·46m ago

Gaza Viewers Celebrate Spain's Win, Highlight Lamine Yamal's Pro-Palestinian Gesture

Al Jazeera aired a report from Gaza celebrating Spain’s 4-0 World Cup win over Saudi Arabia and linking local support to Lamine Yamal’s pro-Palestinian gesture. Gaza fans praised Spain and Yamal, who became popular among Palestinians after waving a Palestinian flag during Barcelona’s title celebrations in May 2026.

Walla

Health·52m ago

Health Ministry Says Some Frupin Jars Had Vacuum Defects, No Toxic Substance Found

The Knesset Health Committee discussed the Frupin puree case after claims that sedative substances were found in jars sold in Jerusalem. The Health Ministry said some samples had vacuum defects but no substances were found, while police continue investigating and parents described children’s hospitalizations and illness.

Walla

Sports·52m ago

Maccabi Tel Aviv Prepares Defense for Cup Final Brawl Hearing

Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Beersheba will face a disciplinary hearing Wednesday over the State Cup final brawl. Maccabi says Kings Kangwa started the violence and will argue several of its personnel should be acquitted or given lighter punishment.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center

Sports·53m ago

Roni Dinman Ventura Named CEO of Israel Gymnastics Association

Roni Dinman Ventura has been appointed CEO of the Israel Gymnastics Association, succeeding Sarit Shenar. The association said the move was designed to preserve continuity, and Dinman Ventura said she sees the role as a mission to advance Israeli gymnastics.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center

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