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Sports·5m ago

Turkish club Kasımpaşa enters race for Thiamoco Diarra

Turkish reports say Kasımpaşa has joined the pursuit of Thiamoco Diarra, a former Hapoel Haifa player. The club is negotiating with him and has made some progress toward a possible signing for next season. The news complicates Hapoel Tel Aviv’s efforts to land him for 2026/27.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Culture·6m ago

Yossi Mizrahi to Receive Governance Excellence Honor for Investigative Reporting

Channel 12 investigative reporter Yossi Mizrahi has been selected for the 2025 Quality of Government honor in the media category. The committee praised his public-interest journalism and said he embodies free press as a watchdog of democracy. The awards ceremony will be held on September 8 in Tel Aviv.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·11m ago

Police chief urges unity amid investigation of senior officers

Police Commissioner Danny Levy backed Israel Police personnel in a letter after the opening of an investigation into senior officers Alona Shushan and Lior Abudraham over alleged witness harassment in the Yakobi affair. The case, now being handled by the Israel Competition Authority, follows earlier claims about an alleged affair, a polygraph exoneration, a later sexual-harassment complaint, and allegations of conflicts of interest.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 50% center
Tech·14m ago

Trump Orders Quantum Push Aimed at Beating China

Donald Trump signed two executive orders to accelerate U.S. quantum technology, with goals for 2027, 2028, and 2031. The White House says the plan is meant to secure American leadership over China and protect critical infrastructure from future cyber threats.

Now 14·+1 outlet
General·15m ago

East Jerusalem Father Suspected of Suffocating Three-Year-Old Son Faces Indictment

Israel’s State Prosecutor’s Office will take the next step toward indicting an East Jerusalem father suspected of murdering his three-year-old son. Investigators say he used a plastic bag to suffocate the child on June 6, and prosecutors will seek detention until the case ends.

Ynet·+3 outlets · 75% center
Culture·15m ago

A Sushi Chef Brings Fine Dining Tastes to an Affordable Wine Bar in Ness Ziona

Midan Siboni, a high-profile sushi chef, has opened Grand Vin, a modest wine bar in Ness Ziona that serves his food at far lower prices than his private Jaffa tastings. The kosher dairy bar offers small fish and sushi plates, while Siboni says he is planning further expansion beyond Ness Ziona and possibly outside Tel Aviv.

Ynet
Economy·15m ago

Seoul Trading Halted Twice as Asian Tech Selloff Deepens

Asian markets slumped Tuesday, with South Korea’s KOSPI falling nearly 10% and triggering circuit breakers twice. The selloff followed weak tech trading in the US, while investors await key chip earnings and US inflation data amid ongoing Fed and geopolitical worries.

Walla·+2 outlets
Security·21m ago

Northern Residents Fear Lebanon Deal Will Leave Them Unprotected

Following U.S.-Iran talks in Switzerland, a Lebanon border monitoring mechanism was announced without Israel, drawing anger in Israel. Avi Ozana of Rosh Hanikra said residents fear the IDF may have to pull back from the security strip and insisted only Israeli soldiers can protect their homes.

Channel 13·+1 outlet · 100% center
Security·22m ago

Police Stop 14-Year-Old Driving on Bare Rims in Netivot

Police in Netivot arrested a 14-year-old who was driving a car without a license, with two other minors inside. Officers chased the vehicle after seeing it drive on its rims and throw sparks, then detained all three for investigation.

Kikar HaShabbat
General·23m ago

Phyllis Haimovich, Founder of Bereavement Support Group, Dies at 87

Phyllis Haimovich, founder of the bereaved-partners organization “He Left Behind a Friend/Partner,” died at 87 and will be buried Tuesday in Kfar Saba. Born in New York, she built the group after her daughter’s partner was killed in Lebanon in 1997, and it later expanded during the Swords of Iron war.

Srugim
Sports·25m ago

Messi Jokes About the Media Frenzy After Argentina’s Win Over Austria

After Argentina’s 2-0 win over Austria, Lionel Messi became the center of a media frenzy, with journalists and photographers crowding him postgame. A TyC Sports reporter, Joaquín Bruno, was photographed celebrating with Messi after the second goal and called it the greatest moment of his career.

Walla
Politics·28m ago

Central Election Committee Says No Draft-Dodger Arrests on Election Day

Israel’s Central Election Committee said Tuesday that no arrests or enforcement operations targeting draft deserters will take place on Knesset election day. The decision followed requests from ultra-Orthodox parties and was approved by top judicial and police officials.

Channel 13·+8 outlets · 56% right-leaning
Economy·28m ago

Israeli Travelers Buy More Flight-Cancellation Insurance Amid Uncertainty

Israeli travelers are booking vacations earlier and buying more flight-cancellation insurance amid security and economic uncertainty. Trip Guaranty said purchases are up sharply, with average booking times extending to 4.5 months before departure and destination choices staying focused on stable markets like Greece and Cyprus.

Now 14
General·32m ago

Jerusalem Prayer Group Credits Rabbi Chaim ibn Attar With Modern-Day Miracles

An article about Rabbi Chaim ibn Attar, the Orach Chaim, claims his prayers and teachings bring miraculous salvations. It describes Kollel Orach Chaim’s prayer and study programs, cites alleged healings and births, and promotes subscription plans tied to mentions at his grave in Jerusalem.

Behadrei Haredim
Culture·33m ago

Eliaav Zohar Releases Tribute Song for His Eldest Daughter

Eliaav Zohar released the single "Ariel," a song he wrote and composed for his eldest daughter. The track, his first collaboration with Ben Tzur and Natanel Ben Giat, centers on gratitude, unconditional love, and a father’s promise to protect and guide her. Zohar is also opening a new pizzeria tonight.

Arutz Sheva
Sports·33m ago

Hapoel Ramat Gan Signs Idan Baranes and Amit Tzur

Hapoel Ramat Gan/Givatayim, newly promoted to the Premier League, announced two signings on Tuesday. Idan Baranes joins on loan from Hapoel Tel Aviv, and Amit Tzur signed for one season with an option for another. Both players said they are eager to help the club in its 2026/27 campaign.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Security·34m ago

Strook: Lebanon Gains Are Unprecedented, Israel Must Deepen Them

Orit Strook said Israel’s military gains in Lebanon are unprecedented and must be deepened to maintain a security zone near the border. She also urged a firm message to the United States and defended efforts to increase ultra-Orthodox enlistment.

Arutz Sheva
Sports·34m ago

Doron Leidner extends Hapoel Tel Aviv deal through 2029

Hapoel Tel Aviv has extended left back Doron Leidner’s contract for three more years, keeping him at the club through 2029. The move followed the completion of his permanent transfer from Olympiacos, and the 24-year-old said he wants to repay the club and fans on the pitch.

Now 14·+2 outlets · 67% center
Politics·36m ago

Right-Wing Wave in South America Tightens Pressure on Iran

A conservative shift across South America is squeezing Iran and Hezbollah out of the region. The article says changes in Argentina, Bolivia, Ecuador, Chile, and especially Venezuela have cut off financing, logistics, and strategic depth for Tehran.

Now 14
Security·36m ago

Report: UAE and India Discuss Major Arms Deal After the War

India and the United Arab Emirates are negotiating a major arms deal that could include BrahMos cruise missiles and the Akashteer air-defense system. The purchase, prompted by regional attacks and aimed at diversifying UAE suppliers, would require Russian approval but is not expected to face serious resistance. The report says the deal could also matter strategically for Israel and the wider regional balance.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Sports·37m ago

Mercy Afirapa says citizenship fight made her feel like a second-class citizen

Mercy Afirapa said her long citizenship battle left her feeling like a “second-class citizen,” but now she feels free to represent Israel. Ahead of the Grand Slam Jerusalem on June 25, she said she aims to break her Israeli 200-meter record again, while her brother Blessing wants to rebound from last year’s disappointment.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
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Sports06:45 · 2h ago

Shakira's Stands Moment at the World Cup Steals the Spotlight

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Translated & summarized from Walla by baba
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During Argentina’s match against Austria at the 2026 World Cup, Shakira and her eldest son, Milan, were seen enjoying the atmosphere from the stands. The Colombian singer attended the game with her son, and television cameras quickly turned them into one of the evening’s focal points.

Milan repeatedly kissed his mother in front of the crowd, and those affectionate moments were captured on camera and shown on the stadium’s giant screens. The pair’s warm interaction became one of the most talked-about images of the tournament so far.

At one point, Shakira accidentally pushed Milan away and appeared to hit him in the face, creating a slightly awkward moment. She quickly returned to his affectionate gestures, and the exchange remained light and family-oriented.

Meanwhile, Lionel Messi and Argentina were handling the football on the pitch. After the match, Shakira posted praise for Messi, writing that she was “proud” of him and that he had “brought pride to the Latin nation” around the world. Entertainment reports interpreted the message as a possible dig at her ex-husband, Gerard Piqué, whom people close to Messi have accused of contributing to Messi’s departure from Barcelona. No reactions had been published at the time of the report.

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