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Sports·5m ago

Aymen Hussein Overcomes a Harrowing Past to Star for Iraq at the World Cup

Aymen Hussein overcame family tragedy, poverty and injuries to become Iraq’s star striker. He scored Iraq’s first World Cup goal since 1986 in a 4-1 loss to Norway after being detained for seven hours in Chicago. Iraq now hope he can help them challenge France or earn a point against Senegal.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
World·14m ago

Declassified U.S. Files Renew Scrutiny of Fauci Over COVID-19 Origins

Declassified U.S. intelligence documents have renewed allegations that Anthony Fauci misled Congress about Wuhan coronavirus research and then withheld relevant information from the CIA. The files also reignite debate over COVID-19’s origin, while U.S. officials continue to review possible legal options even though the usual perjury deadline has passed.

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Politics·17m ago

Expanded Supreme Court panel set for elections comptroller petition

An expanded High Court of Justice panel has been assigned to hear a case related to the elections for the state comptroller. The five-justice bench includes Itzhak Amit, Noam Sohlberg, Daphne Barak-Erez, Gila Canfy-Steinitz, and Ruth Ronen.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Security·20m ago

IDF and Shin Bet Kill Hamas Nukhba Operative Who Held Omer Shem Tov

The IDF and Shin Bet said they killed Hamas Nukhba operative Sabai Zaher Abd al-Hamid Abu Hasna in northern Gaza over the weekend. Israel said he took part in the October 7 attack, helped hold Omer Shem Tov captive, and worked on terror plots during the war. In a separate strike, three armed Hamas operatives were also killed in northern Gaza.

Kikar HaShabbat·+8 outlets · 56% right-leaning
Politics·20m ago

Hundreds attend Likud “Victory Forum” event in Binyamin

Hundreds attended a Likud “Victory Forum” conference yesterday at Shilo Winery in Binyamin, led by MK Amit Halevi. The event featured senior Likud figures and focused on backing a hard line on security, sovereignty and institutional reform.

Srugim
Politics·21m ago

Coalition lawmaker says there were flaws in state comptroller vote

Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel said Monday there were flaws in the secret ballot for Israel’s state comptroller election. Speaking on Galey Israel, she said her assessment was based on direct knowledge, but urged caution about ordering a new vote.

Srugim
Sports·22m ago

Dallas names Michigan coach Dusty May as Jason Kidd’s replacement

Dusty May, who led Michigan to the NCAA title, has agreed to become the new head coach of the Dallas Mavericks. He replaces Jason Kidd, who left about a month ago, in a move that could trigger further coaching changes across basketball.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Economy·25m ago

Anduril Eyes Israel Expansion and Taps Ex-Air Force Chief for Local Run

Anduril is seeking to establish a factory and broader operations in Israel, and founder Palmer Luckey wants ex-Air Force chief Amikam Norkin to lead the local unit. The company is also expanding globally through defense partnerships, while its value has surged to $61 billion after a record $5 billion funding round.

Globes·+1 outlet
Security·27m ago

IDF to Disband Northern Border Civilian Alert Teams Starting Sunday

The IDF said it will close northern border alert squads starting Sunday because of the ceasefire with Hezbollah. Israeli-Lebanese talks mediated by the United States are set to resume tomorrow, and security sources say Washington is not pressing Israel to leave southern Lebanon.

Walla
Health·28m ago

FDA Approves First Oral Carbapenem for Complicated Resistant Urinary Infections

The FDA has approved GSK’s Utebzi, the first oral carbapenem antibiotic, for complicated urinary tract infections including pyelonephritis caused by resistant bacteria. A phase 3 trial of 1,690 hospitalized patients found it worked about as well as standard IV imipenem-cilastatin, and GSK expects U.S. availability by the end of 2026.

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Politics·28m ago

Nine Northern Galilee Communities Gain Conflict-Zone Status and Benefits

Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that nine northern Israeli communities were officially recognized as conflict-zone localities under government decision No. 4242, approved June 11, 2026. The designation makes the communities eligible for benefits and support measures. Katz said the government will continue backing northern residents under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Behadrei Haredim·+3 outlets · 75% right-leaning
Security·31m ago

Eilat and Shin Bet Issue Joint Reassurance After Security Alarm

The Shin Bet and Eilat municipality issued a joint statement Monday denying any concrete threat to the city. Mayor Eli Lankri said Eilat is prepared for visitors and called for continued investment in security and civilian resilience.

Srugim·+7 outlets · 63% right-leaning
Health·32m ago

Brisk Yeshiva Head in Critical Turn After Planned Hospital Discharge

Rabbi Abraham Yehoshua Soloveichik, head of Brisk Yeshiva, suffered a sudden deterioration on Monday and was returned to intensive care at Hadassah Ein Kerem in Jerusalem. He had recently improved enough that discharge had been planned after about two weeks in hospital following heart surgery. Learning was stopped in Brisk institutions, and prayers were organized for his recovery.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Security·33m ago

Why Qatar and Pakistan Want a Lebanon 'De-Confliction Cell'

Qatar and Pakistan said a new Lebanon de-confliction cell will be set up to support an end to military operations, but details are unclear. Israeli analysts say the mechanism is unlikely to work without Israel, Hezbollah and a real enforcement structure.

Globes
General·39m ago

Jerusalem ceremony honors Haredi civil service volunteers

A Jerusalem ceremony honored hundreds of Haredi civil service volunteers during appreciation week. The event included career guidance sessions and awarded certificates to several outstanding volunteers serving in Magen David Adom, Israel Police, and United Hatzalah.

Behadrei Haredim
World·40m ago

US Eases Iran Oil Sanctions After First Day of Talks

The United States issued a 60-day waiver allowing Iranian oil production and sales after one day of Swiss talks. The sides also reported progress on Hormuz passage and IAEA access, while mediators said negotiations aim for a final deal within 60 days. Separately, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel has full freedom of action in southern Lebanon.

Ynet·+8 outlets · 57% right-leaning
Economy·41m ago

Israeli Workers Set for Higher Vacation-Allowance Payments After New Labor Deal

Israel’s Histadrut and the business sector have signed a deal that will significantly raise vacation allowance payments for millions of workers. The new rates take effect only after the labor minister signs an extension order, which will apply the agreement across the private sector.

Srugim·+11 outlets · 50% center
General·42m ago

Three New Yeshivas to Open This Elul in Northern Samaria

Three new yeshivas will open this Elul in northern Samaria, in Mount Ebal, Ganim and Dothan Valley. The Mount Ebal institution will be led by Rabbi Aviad Shinwal as a branch of Alon Moreh, with local leaders casting the move as part of broader settlement expansion.

Behadrei Haredim
Tech·45m ago

Users Report Outage on X

Users reported a disruption on X. The article gives no details on the cause, scope, or duration of the problem.

Ynet
Security·45m ago

IDF to Release Northern Home Guard Units as Ceasefire Takes Hold

The IDF told northern home guard units they will be released on Sunday after the ceasefire and a new security assessment. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will keep full operational freedom in southern Lebanon and remain in the buffer zone as needed.

N12·+2 outlets · 67% center
Culture·48m ago

One-Pot Chicken and Gnocchi for an Easy Lunch

Mor Eliyasi shared a one-pot chicken and gnocchi recipe for a quick, comforting lunch. The stew is cooked on the stove, then briefly browned in a 190 C oven before serving hot with parsley.

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Politics·50m ago

Lapid tells Deri’s grandchildren to join school, army and work

Opposition leader Yair Lapid on Monday addressed the draft-age grandchildren of Shas chairman Aryeh Deri, urging them to study math and English, enlist, and work. He said this was an invitation to shared life, not an attack on ultra-Orthodox identity, and tied it to his future government’s funding policy.

Srugim
Politics·51m ago

Netanyahu Drops Bid to Cancel Primaries, Fight Shifts to Reserved Slots

Benjamin Netanyahu has backed off an attempt to cancel Likud primaries, but is now pushing to win more reserved places on the party list. David Bitan filed a party court petition to block the move, and the dispute now centers on whether Netanyahu gets 3 safeties or as many as 8 to 10.

Behadrei Haredim·+4 outlets · 60% right-leaning
Security·53m ago

Border Police Capture ATV Rider After High-Speed Chase on Route 65

Border Police officers chased and arrested a 20-year-old ATV rider from Arara on Route 65 after he sped without plates and ran a red light in Wadi Ara. Police confiscated the ATV, suspended his license for 30 days, and sent him for questioning.

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Politics12:27 · 2h ago

Trump Sparks Online Confusion With Mystery ‘Wonderful Daughter’ Post

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Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
The story · English

President Donald Trump set off a wave of confusion after posting a photo of a young woman on Truth Social with the caption, “Wonderful daughter. The honor is mine!!” The post appeared on the eve of Father’s Day, but users quickly noticed the woman was not one of his daughters.

The White House declined to comment when asked about the post. The image immediately fueled speculation online about Trump’s mental state, with some users suggesting he had mistaken the woman for Tiffany or Ivanka Trump. Canadian podcaster Chris Lebosier mocked the post, saying, “He must think it’s Tiffany. America needs a family meeting with grandpa.”

The post drew tens of millions of views and hundreds of thousands of replies and reactions. Social media users identified the woman as Margot Katsimatidis, the wife of billionaire businessman John Katsimatidis. The couple is known to be close to Trump, and their daughter Andrea serves as chair of the Republican Party in Manhattan.

Andrea Katsimatidis replied to Trump on X, thanking him for inviting her to his birthday party and calling it “an amazing gesture, full of so much American pride.” The report said this was only the latest in a string of strange, unexplained posts from Trump on Truth Social. A Daily Beast analysis found that he posted 861 times last month, more than one post per hour around the clock.

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