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Tech·1m ago

Meta Launches New AI Glasses Lineup Focused on Fashion

Meta unveiled a new, fashion-focused AI glasses lineup in partnership with EssilorLuxottica, starting at $299 in the U.S. The company is defending its roughly 80% share of the smart glasses market as Google, Snap, and Apple move into the category.

Calcalist
Politics·4m ago

Coalition Crisis Deepens as Haredi Leaders Threaten Elections Amid Draft Arrests

Aryeh Deri and Moshe Gafni warned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the coalition may be pushed toward elections over the arrest of Haredi draft evaders. The article also reports another arrest, preparations for a Prison 10 convoy, and several unrelated security and local-news updates.

Kikar HaShabbat
General·8m ago

Legendary Chabad cantor Berel Zaltzman dies in New Jersey at 92

Rabbi Berel Zaltzman, the legendary Chabad cantor and prayer leader, died overnight in New Jersey at 92. Born in Soviet Ukraine, he became a prominent underground religious figure, later serving Jewish communities in Israel and North America. His funeral was to pass 770 in Brooklyn before burial in Queens.

Behadrei Haredim
Security·9m ago

Two More Former Gymnasts File Abuse Complaints Against Coach Yevgeny Yordanov

Two more former gymnasts have accused coach Yevgeny Yordanov of sexual abuse during private training sessions in 2018 and 2019, when they were 12 and 13. Tel Aviv Magistrate’s Court extended his detention by six days while police continue investigating the new complaints alongside an existing indictment.

Ynet·+3 outlets · 100% center
Security·15m ago

IDF Holds Positions in South Lebanon Amid Ceasefire Limits and Washington Talks

The IDF is maintaining a forward deployment in south Lebanon, including key ridges and areas up to 10 kilometers from the border. The report says wider operations north of the Litani need political approval and are being discussed in Washington, alongside a possible U.S.-supervised pilot withdrawal plan. Israeli forces are not expected to pull back until the U.S.-Iran talks end.

Srugim·+1 outlet · 50% center
Politics·16m ago

Pentagon Seeks $80 Billion More for Iran War Costs, Sparking Backlash

The Pentagon wants Congress to approve an extra $80 billion tied to the war with Iran, as part of Donald Trump’s proposed $1.5 trillion defense budget. The request has split lawmakers over cost, with supporters calling it essential for readiness and critics denouncing the expense.

Now 14·+2 outlets · 67% center
Sports·18m ago

Omer Dahan thanks supporters after denying match-fixing allegations

Omer Dahan, the Israeli striker at the center of a police investigation, thanked supporters and said he respects criticism even when he disagrees. He also repeated his denial of match-fixing allegations, saying the claims do not reflect his conduct or commitment to his teams.

Mako·+6 outlets · 71% center
World·18m ago

Report: Qatar Could Mediate Between Israel, Lebanon and Hezbollah

Israeli and Arab reports say Qatar may join U.S.-backed efforts to mediate between Israel, Lebanon and Hezbollah. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun welcomed help to end the war but rejected foreign interference, while analyst Yoel Guzansky said Washington is driving Doha's role.

Ynet·+1 outlet · 50% center
Sports·20m ago

Larkin’s Future in Istanbul Turns into a Tug of War

Shane Larkin is at the center of a transfer dispute involving Anadolu Efes, Crvena zvezda, and Fenerbahce. Serbian and Turkish reports say Anadolu has one agreement in place but is trying to block a move to its biggest rival, while Fenerbahce seeks approval. Elsewhere, Panathinaikos released TJ Shorts, who is expected to join Valencia.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Sports·20m ago

Emmanuel Sharp Draws Draft Buzz as One of the Class’s Best Defenders

Emmanuel Sharp, after four seasons at Houston, is expected to be picked in the second round of the NBA draft in Brooklyn this week. Former teammates Chris Cenac Jr. and Kingston Flemings said he is one of the draft’s best defenders and praised his leadership, scoring and competitiveness.

N12·+2 outlets · 100% center
World·20m ago

Hormuz shipping caught between conflicting U.S. and Iranian orders

Cargo ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz are being given contradictory instructions by Iran and the United States. Iran demands ships seek Tehran's approval and hug its coast, while Washington urges traffic along the Omani side under U.S. protection.

Kikar HaShabbat·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Culture·24m ago

Founder of "Doss Celebs" says bullying led her to build a media brand

Simi Hershkof, founder of the "Doss Celebs" entertainment and news page, says bullying and a closed haredi upbringing pushed her to create an anonymous media brand. She told Channel 7 that the page now has more than 100,000 followers, while she uses it to highlight haredi life, charity and bridges to secular Israelis.

Arutz Sheva
Politics·24m ago

Police chief backs commanders after Bnei Brak incident criticized by Ben Gvir

Police Commissioner Danny Levy defended commanders involved in the Bnei Brak incident after reports that Itamar Ben Gvir wanted to dismiss one of them. The police said the morning road blockage required a strong response and ordered a professional review.

Channel 13·+3 outlets · 50% center
World·35m ago

Deadly European Heat Wave Drives Swimmers to Risky Waters

At least 40 people have died in France and others in Germany during an extreme heat wave across western Europe. The heat has triggered red alerts, emergency plans, transport disruptions, plant shutdowns, and warnings against swimming in unsafe waters.

Kikar HaShabbat·+8 outlets · 57% center
Tech·39m ago

Trump Orders New Push to Speed U.S. Quantum Computing Race Against China

Donald Trump signed two executive orders to speed U.S. quantum computing development and strengthen defenses against China. The plan sets targets for a quantum computer by 2028, defense sensors by 2027, and quantum-resistant encryption by 2031.

Behadrei Haredim·+2 outlets · 100% right-leaning
Culture·41m ago

Violinist’s Viral Post Lists 13 Reasons He Values Ultra-Orthodox Jews

Gabriel Shuraki, a violinist and conductor, went viral after publishing 13 reasons why he admires Israel’s Haredi community. On "Davar Rishon," he explained the post, praised Haredi values, and said his support for army enlistment must come with love.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·42m ago

New York Post Slams Trump-Iran Deal as a Giveaway to Tehran

The New York Post ran a rare front-page attack on Trump’s emerging Iran deal, calling it a surrender that would funnel billions to Tehran. Trump defended the talks, but lawmakers from both parties blasted the sanctions relief and said it would strengthen Iran and its proxies.

N12·+2 outlets · 67% center
General·43m ago

Transport Ministry chief says no flight cancellations are expected

Moshe Ben Zaken said the refueling crisis at Ben Gurion Airport may be solved within 24 hours and that he does not expect summer flight cancellations. His comments came amid warnings from Israel Airports Authority chief Sharon Kadmi that airport operations remain heavily restricted and cancellations are likely.

Arutz Sheva·+1 outlet · 50% center
Politics·44m ago

Israel Approves Driver Points Overhaul, Removing Double Penalties for Single Incidents

Israel’s Knesset Economics Committee approved a traffic points reform that removes double punishment for multiple offenses in one incident and eases several minor violations. The new rules also raise points for serious safety offenses and are expected to take effect in about 30 days, with the one-year points expiry starting later after technical preparations.

Kikar HaShabbat·+6 outlets · 60% right-leaning
Politics·44m ago

Netanyahu Threatens to Walk If Likud Slot Guarantees Are Denied

Likud is facing a deepening internal struggle over primaries, reserved slots, and the party list, with Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly warning he could leave if his demands are not met. Party courts and the Jerusalem District Court have blocked replacing primaries with a forming committee without constitutional changes, and key decisions now rest with the Likud constitution committee.

Behadrei Haredim·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Security·46m ago

Police Stop Packed Car Carrying 12 People, Including Children in the Trunk

Police in the Shai District stopped a car near Jericho on Highway 90 carrying 12 passengers, including children in the trunk and a breastfeeding mother holding a three-month-old baby without safety restraints. In the same operation, officers also caught a 21-year-old driving without ever having obtained a license, and issued multiple tickets and enforcement measures.

Kikar HaShabbat
Sports·47m ago

World Cup cards for Piero and Martins get boosted EA FC 26 ratings

EA FC 26 has launched special World Cup 2026 “Path To Glory” cards for Frantzdy Pierrot and Christian Martínez. Pierrot and Martínez both received 92-rated cards, with strong attributes and special abilities, and each is priced at about 12,000 to 13,000 in-game coins.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Sports·47m ago

Why Vasilije Micic Is Missing From Serbia’s Squad

Serbia coach Dusko Ivanovic said Hapoel Tel Aviv guard Vasilije Micic missed the national-team squad because of a health issue. Serbia, which is 2-2 in Group C, will play Switzerland and Bosnia and Herzegovina in the next World Cup qualifying window.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Security·47m ago

Report Says Montreal Shooter Kept 104-Page Anti-Semitic Manifesto

Rebel News says the Montreal shooter possessed a 104-page manifesto full of anti-Semitic and anti-Zionist material. Police still say the motive is unknown. The attack in Côte-des-Neiges killed officer Mohamed Lamine Ben Radouane and Israeli Michael Mizrahi, who was misidentified and shot by police.

Ynet·+2 outlets · 100% center
Tech·48m ago

WhatsApp rolls out a new Liquid Glass interface for some iPhone users

WhatsApp has started rolling out a Liquid Glass redesign for iPhone chat screens, first to some iOS beta users and now to some stable users as well. The update makes the message bar floating and translucent, with other controls and the navigation bar also restyled to match iOS 26.

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Security13:24 · 1h ago

IDF Says It Fired on Four Hezbollah Operatives Crossing Security Zone in South Lebanon

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The IDF said its troops opened fire a short time ago on four Hezbollah operatives who crossed into the security zone on Mount Ali al-Taher in southern Lebanon and approached Israeli forces in what was described as an immediate threat. According to the military spokesman, the operatives were moving under civilian cover and were traveling in the area on a bulldozer and a motorcycle.

After identifying them, Israeli forces first fired warning shots to push them back. The men continued advancing and did not respond to the troops’ calls, the IDF said. The army then fired again to remove the threat.

The IDF said a hit was identified. The incident is the latest in a series of recent confrontations in the security zone in southern Lebanon, where the army says it continues to operate to neutralize threats near its forces.

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