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World·4m ago

When Supercars Became Yacht Status Symbols

The article traces how wealthy elites turned rare supercars into yacht decorations, especially in Monaco and the French Riviera. It highlights the Ferrari F40, including a 2023 crane-lifted display on a luxury yacht before the Monaco Grand Prix.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·14m ago

Attorney General’s Office to Back Petition Against Judea Eliyahu’s Appointment as Israel Land Authority CEO

Israel’s attorney general’s office will tell the High Court to cancel Yehuda Eliyahu’s appointment as director general of the Israel Land Authority. The move follows a Calcalist report about a conflict involving a selection committee member whose company did business with the Housing Ministry. The government must now decide whether to accept the legal opinion, restart the selection process, or defend the appointment at the High Court before a July 1 hearing.

Calcalist
Sports·14m ago

Photo of Nicotine Pouch in Michael Olise's Locker Sparks Concern in France

An online photo from France’s locker room appeared to show a VELO nicotine pouch box in Michael Olise’s cubicle, prompting concern on social media. The report explains what snus is, notes its health risks, and says the image spread online on June 21, 2026.

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

Netanyahu Drops Bid to Cancel Likud Primaries Amid Internal Revolt

Benjamin Netanyahu has backed away from a plan to cancel Likud primaries and replace them with an appointments committee. He hopes the concession will help him win 8 to 10 personal slots on the Knesset list, but David Bitan is leading the resistance.

Srugim·+5 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Sports·15m ago

Messi Still Chasing World Cup Records in 2026

Lionel Messi set and matched several World Cup records at the 2026 tournament, including becoming the all-time leading scorer and the oldest player to score a World Cup hat trick. He also extended records for appearances, captaincies, assists and goals from outside the box, while chasing more milestones.

N12·+2 outlets · 100% center
Security·15m ago

IDF Officers Say Gaza Border Fire Rules Have Been Tightened

Officers told ynet that Gaza Division commander Brig. Gen. Liron Batito ordered a change in how fire orders are applied along the yellow line in Gaza. They said the response to Palestinians crossing or nearing the line has shifted in recent weeks from lethal fire to a suspect-arrest procedure that can end with shooting at the knees.

Ynet
Economy·18m ago

Alan Greenspan, longtime Fed chairman, dies at 100

Alan Greenspan, who chaired the U.S. Federal Reserve from 1987 to 2006, died at 100 at his home. He was praised for guiding the economy through growth and crises, then later criticized over interest-rate policy linked to the housing bubble.

Now 14·+4 outlets · 67% center
Security·19m ago

IDF to Disband Northern Home Guard Units After Ceasefire

The IDF will start disbanding northern alert squads after the Lebanon ceasefire and a shift to full routine. Reserve members begin demobilizing Thursday, and all remaining squad and defense platoon personnel are due to be released Sunday.

Kikar HaShabbat·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
World·20m ago

Iran Says IAEA Inspectors’ Entry Was Not Approved in Talks

Iranian media said Monday that admitting IAEA inspectors was not approved in negotiations, contradicting U.S. claims of progress. Tasnim said Iran is intentionally preserving nuclear ambiguity about enriched-material storage locations to deny the U.S. sensitive intelligence.

Now 14
Sports·22m 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
Security·23m ago

Nine More Northern Communities Granted Border-Defense Status

Nine northern Israeli communities were officially recognized on Monday as confrontation-line localities. Defense Minister Israel Katz said the move grants them the recognition and benefits tied to that status.

Now 14·+4 outlets · 80% right-leaning
World·30m 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.

Now 14
Politics·34m 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·36m 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·37m 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·38m 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·39m 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·42m 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
Health·45m 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.

Now 14
Security·47m 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·48m 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·50m 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·+2 outlets · 100% center
General·56m 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·57m 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·58m 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
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Politics13:41 · 1h ago

U.S. Treasury Says Some Iran Oil Sanctions Will Be Lifted for 60 Days

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The U.S. Treasury secretary said that some sanctions on Iranian oil sales will be lifted for the next 60 days, citing successful talks in Switzerland. The announcement signals a temporary easing of pressure on Iran’s oil exports.

The statement did not specify which sanctions would be removed, but it made clear the relief is limited in time and tied to the outcome of the Swiss discussions. No further details were provided about the scope of the measures or what conditions, if any, accompany them.

The move comes against the backdrop of ongoing negotiations involving Iran’s nuclear and economic issues, where sanctions relief has been a central point of contention. The key development now is the 60-day window, which suggests the decision is temporary and subject to future review.

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