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Sports·9m ago

Ronaldo Declares ‘I’m Back’ After Portugal’s 5-0 Win Over Uzbekistan

Cristiano Ronaldo led Portugal to a 5-0 World Cup 2026 win over Uzbekistan with two goals and a postgame “I’m back!” message. The result followed Portugal’s 1-1 draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo and featured goals from Nuno Mendes, Rafael Leao, and an own goal by Khusanov.

N12·+5 outlets · 67% center
General·14m ago

Daily tefillin station installed at the entrance to News 14 studios

News 14 installed a permanent tefillin station at its studio entrance on Tuesday. The donation came from brothers Mendi and Shlomo Rizel in memory of their father, and Hillel Biton-Rosen was the first to use it. Channel management said it is proud of the initiative and will keep the tefillin available in the lobby.

Now 14
World·17m ago

Trump Says U.S. Can Fly Over Tehran as Iran Faces Nuclear Inspection

Donald Trump said at a Pennsylvania rally that U.S. planes could fly over Tehran and that Iran had accepted strict nuclear monitoring. The IAEA said it will inspect Iran’s nuclear sites, while Iranian sources disputed Trump’s account of the Strait of Hormuz being open.

Walla
Politics·19m ago

Israeli envoy warns US-led talks with Lebanon are veering off course

Yechiel Leiter, Israel’s ambassador to Washington and its negotiator with Lebanon, said the fifth round of talks is drifting away from its original goals. He warned the US-led process must still focus on dismantling Hezbollah and blocking Iranian influence, or Lebanon’s deal could fail.

Behadrei Haredim·+5 outlets · 67% center
Politics·21m ago

Israeli Police Chief Slams Spokespeople Amid Haredi Arrest Backlash

Police Commissioner Dani Levy reportedly lashed out at his spokespeople today amid growing backlash over arrests of Haredim and police conduct at protests. He blamed leaks, criticized Ben Gvir’s influence, and warned of staffing changes, while commanders said unclear policy is hurting officers on the ground.

Now 14·+5 outlets · 50% center
General·25m ago

Haredi protest leaders threaten nationwide roadblocks if convoy is blocked

Leaders of the anti-arrest protest for Haredi draft dodgers threatened to block roads nationwide if police stop their convoy to Military Prison 10. Police approved the convoy from 19 starting points for Wednesday afternoon, but barred it from entering the prison road through Kfar Yona.

Kan News·+3 outlets · 50% center
General·28m ago

Cargo Division Chief to Leave Post After Steel Coils Fell From Freight Train

Israel Marco, vice president for cargo at Israel Railways, will step down from his role after steel coils fell from a freight train last Sunday. The incident disrupted service in the Haifa area for hours and shut the cargo division for two days, while the investigation continues.

Ynet·+1 outlet
Politics·34m ago

Former Shin Bet Employee Urges Staff Not to Quit After Pride Event Cancellation

Moran Zer Katzenstein, a former Shin Bet employee and current candidate in The Democrats’ primary, published an open letter after Channel 12 reported the agency had canceled Pride events. She condemned the move as a dangerous sign of “darkness” and urged Shin Bet staff not to quit.

Srugim·+3 outlets · 50% center
General·35m ago

Family says Gilad Yankelvitch’s cause of death remains under police investigation

Gilad Yankelvitch’s family says his exact cause of death is still being investigated by Honolulu police, two weeks after he was found unconscious outside his Hawaii apartment building. They also said he will be buried in Israel, and noted he had been planning a new televised fitness comeback.

Walla·+3 outlets · 100% center
Politics·42m ago

Channel 14 poll finds overwhelming support for Iran's version of events

A live poll on Channel 14’s "The Patriots" found 90% of respondents said they believed Iran over the United States. The survey, conducted Tuesday through the C14 app and hosted by Yinon Magal, came amid Iran’s refusal to let the IAEA inspect its nuclear sites.

Now 14
Sports·43m ago

Roman Sorkin Draws Heavy Online Criticism After Another Tough Finals Game

Roman Sorkin of Maccabi Tel Aviv is facing heavy online criticism after another poor showing in the Israeli Basketball Premier League finals. The report says Hapoel is successfully shutting him down, intensifying attention on his form in the series.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
General·45m ago

Man Seriously Hurt in Two-Car Crash Near Kafr Qasim

A two-car crash on Highway 5614 near Kafr Qasim left a 55-year-old man seriously injured and a 50-year-old woman moderately hurt. Magen David Adom evacuated both to Meir Hospital in Kfar Saba.

Ynet·+1 outlet · 50% center
Economy·48m ago

Hidden AI Influencers Spark Backlash Over Brand Marketing Tactics

The Guardian investigation says big brands are using AI-generated social media influencers to market products as if they were real people. Regulators in the UK, EU, and US are moving unevenly on disclosure rules, while critics say consumers are being misled.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·53m ago

Netanyahu and the ultra-Orthodox reach a deal on draft-related bills

Benjamin Netanyahu and the ultra-Orthodox parties agreed to advance draft-related legislation immediately after a day of escalating threats. If progress stalls, the ultra-Orthodox will back dissolving the Knesset, with elections set for October 20.

Now 14·+7 outlets · 50% center
Politics·53m ago

Smear Texts Sent Under Yaya Shper’s Aide’s Name, Not Ronen Tzur’s

Channel 12 reported that thousands of smear SMS messages targeting Yaya Shper were sent by his own camp, not by rival Ronen Tzur. The episode may trigger party discipline under the Democrats’ new election rules and puts chairman Yair Golan in a difficult position.

Srugim·+2 outlets · 67% center
Sports·56m ago

Nearly Full House as 9,132 Fans Attend Game 4 of the Finals

Game 4 of the Israeli playoff final between Hapoel Tel Aviv and Maccabi Tel Aviv drew 9,132 fans to Menora Mivtachim Arena on Tuesday night. The crowd included 8,132 Hapoel supporters and 1,000 Maccabi fans, following attendance of 8,278, 8,252, and 10,211 in the first three games.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
General·57m ago

Canadian Town Grants Trees Formal Rights as Living Beings

Terrasse-Vaudreuil, a town west of Montreal, unanimously adopted a resolution giving trees formal rights. It is the first municipality in Quebec and Canada to sign the Universal Declaration of the Rights of Trees.

Kikar HaShabbat
Economy·1h ago

Victory launches fuel cards with a 55 agorot-per-liter discount

Victori is selling 250-shekel fuel cards that reduce Sonol fuel prices by 55 agorot per liter, with savings of 18.3 shekels per card. The company is also facing a price-fixing trial involving CEO and controlling shareholder Eyal Rabid in Lod.

Ynet
Politics·1h ago

Gulf states slam Iran deal as Rubio heads to Gulf to calm allies

Gulf states have told the U.S. the emerging Iran deal is “very bad,” while Marco Rubio plans visits to the UAE, Bahrain and Kuwait to reassure them. The talks remain unclear, with Trump and Iran offering conflicting claims about nuclear oversight and the next diplomatic steps.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 50% center
Sports·1h ago

Oshae Brissett throws down huge dunk on Dan Oturu in Game 4 derby

Oshae Brissett powered in a major dunk for Maccabi Tel Aviv in Game 4 against Hapoel Tel Aviv on Tuesday night. The play came through a foul by Dan Oturu, helped Maccabi to a 28-26 lead, and ended with the ball hitting Oturu in the face.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Sports·1h ago

Former Hapoel Beersheba Defender Meets Messi in Kansas City

Or Blorian, recently transferred from Hapoel Beersheba to Sporting Kansas City, met Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul in Kansas City during Argentina’s World Cup training. The article also says Maor Melikson shook Messi’s hand after Argentina beat Austria, and Hapoel Beersheba fans displayed a combined Israeli and club flag at the match.

Walla
Politics·1h ago

Haredi Protest Convoys to Return Nationwide Over Draft Arrests

Haredi groups plan nationwide car convoys on Wednesday afternoon to protest arrests of yeshiva students over draft enforcement. The protests, backed by Agudat Yisrael figures, are expected to begin at 4:00 p.m. from 19 locations and may cause major traffic delays.

Walla·+8 outlets · 63% center
General·1h ago

Rabbi Says Some Marriages Should End, But Only After Trying to Bridge the Divide

Rabbi Ami Baram says his organization helps families and couples facing religious and ideological splits, including some cases where divorce is the better option. He argues that trust, dialogue, and clear boundaries can preserve families, and says the same approach is needed in Israeli society.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·1h ago

Ex-Reservist Protest Activist Spoke to IDF Troops for Pay, Report Says

Channel 14 reported that Omri Ronen, a former Brothers in Arms activist and current Democrats candidate, gave paid lectures to IDF troops and officers over the past year. Ronen said he has served hundreds of reserve days since the war began and that his talks are about his family’s story, not politics.

Now 14
Security·1h ago

IDF Special Forces Map Explained, and Why the New Haredi Brigade Changes the Rules

Gidi Cohen, founder of "Kal BeKarav," explained the structure of IDF special forces, the new Hashmonaim brigade, and the physical demands of combat service. He also warned that young recruits are underprepared, urged broader enlistment, and ended by honoring fallen Duvdevan fighter Yona Bezalel Barif.

Kikar HaShabbat
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Sports17:59 · 1h ago

Speed Goes Wild After Ronaldo’s Goal

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Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
The story · English

A Sports 5 item published on June 23, 2026, highlights creator Speed’s reaction to a goal by Cristiano Ronaldo. Speed, who is known as a Ronaldo fan, completely lost control after the score, according to the article’s description.

The piece is tied to coverage of the 2026 World Cup and is presented as a short prompt to watch the reaction, with no further match details included in the text. The publication credits Sports 5 for the photo and labels the segment as World Cup 2026 coverage.

No additional information is given about the opponent, the minute of the goal, or the final result. The article’s main point is the dramatic response from Speed, which is described as extreme because of his well-known admiration for Ronaldo.

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