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Politics·2m ago

Pro-Palestinian Democrats Backed by Mamdani Win Key New York Primaries

Mamdani-backed progressive candidates won Democratic primaries in three New York congressional districts. Brad Lander, Claire Valdez, and Darializa Avila Chevalier all advanced to the November 3 general election after defeating incumbents or top rivals.

Srugim·+4 outlets · 60% right-leaning
Sports·3m ago

Ronaldo Scores Again, Then Bristles at Questions About Messi

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan at the 2026 World Cup and became the first player to score in six World Cups. Afterward, he brushed off repeated questions about Lionel Messi, saying he “just don’t care about others.”

N12·+5 outlets · 67% center
Politics·7m ago

Trump Blames Senate Vote for Undermining His Iran Pressure Campaign

The U.S. Senate passed a resolution calling for American forces to be withdrawn from the area around Iran, with four Republican senators joining Democrats. President Donald Trump condemned the vote as unhelpful to his pressure campaign against Tehran and said he would still finish the job.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 50% center
Security·10m ago

Negev commander presents fallen officer’s service pistol to his family

Southern District commander Amir Klein visited the family of Sgt. Maj. Itamar Alos in a gesture honoring his actions during the October 7 fighting in Ofakim. Klein gave Alos’s widow and parents his personal pistol and a memorial cushion, while police praised Alos’s heroism before his death on January 3.

Arutz Sheva·+1 outlet · 50% center
Sports·11m ago

England’s Patience Backfires in Goalless Draw With Ghana

England drew 0-0 with Ghana at the 2026 World Cup after a poor second game following a 4-2 win over Croatia. The article says England struggled against Ghana’s deep defense, criticizes Thomas Tuchel’s substitution of Jude Bellingham, and notes Harry Kane missed the match’s key chance. England still has four points from two matches and should advance if it avoids a collapse against Panama.

N12·+2 outlets · 100% center
Security·12m ago

IAEA Chief Says Iran's Nuclear Sites Will Be Inspected

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi said in Tokyo that inspectors will visit Iran’s uranium enrichment sites. His remarks followed conflicting US and Iranian claims about inspections of nuclear facilities bombed during the war.

Ynet
Economy·18m ago

Smotrich unveils compensation plan for businesses hit by extortion

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich is advancing a 30 million shekel compensation plan for businesses damaged by extortion and left uncovered by insurance. The scheme, developed with MK Zvi Sukkot, will go to the government and then public comment, and it is meant to encourage police complaints and strengthen deterrence.

Arutz Sheva·+2 outlets · 50% center
Security·21m ago

Turkey and Italy test fighter jet control of autonomous drone swarms

Turkey and Italy successfully tested a manned fighter jet controlling an autonomous drone swarm in flight. The trial, held at BAYKAR’s center in Çorlu, showed a Turkish Kizilelma drone joining an Italian M-346 formation and being steered in real time. The companies plan larger follow-up tests as Turkey expands its air-power and air-defense programs.

Kikar HaShabbat
Economy·23m ago

Five Things to Know Before the Tel Aviv Market Opens

Tel Aviv shares are set to open mixed after a volatile global selloff, with Asian markets and U.S. futures recovering. Investors are watching correction-mode local stocks, stronger bonds, a firmer dollar and major semiconductor news, especially Micron’s upcoming report.

Globes·+1 outlet
Culture·27m ago

After Nobel Victory, Daniel Roher Defends Casting Israelis as the Villains in His New Film

Daniel Roher says his New York crime film "The Amateur" was inspired by real Israelis he knew, but the decision to make its villains Israeli triggered backlash from both pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian viewers. The director defended the casting, discussed his deep but conflicted ties to Israel, and criticized Benjamin Netanyahu and arts boycotts.

Ynet
Health·37m ago

Oncologist Warns That Five Common Symptoms Can Mask Cancer

Dr. Jad Shakhud, an oncologist at Orlando Health Cancer Institute, says adults often dismiss early cancer signs as normal aging. In a New York Post column, he identifies five overlooked symptoms and says persistent, unexplained changes should be checked promptly.

Walla
Politics·37m ago

From Hasidic software engineer to a new force in haredi politics

Moti Leitner, a Rachmastrivka Hasid and Beit Shemesh deputy mayor, said he left high-tech for politics to reshape haredi public life. He founded the Derech movement after building schools in Beit Shemesh, overcame violent opposition, and won two city council seats.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·39m ago

Haredi Protest Against Arrests of Draft Evaders Set to Snarl Roads Nationwide

Haredi protesters are set to launch vehicle convoys Wednesday afternoon toward Prison 10 near Beit Lid, with major road closures expected nationwide. Organizers warned they could block all roads if police interrupt any convoy, after a Route 6 protest the previous day.

Kan News·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Economy·40m ago

JD.com Chief Warns Robot Delivery is Coming for Hundreds of Thousands of Jobs

JD.com founder and CEO Richard Liu Qiangdong said robots will eventually replace the company’s 700,000 delivery workers. The company is retraining workers through Project Nirvana while planning massive robot and autonomous vehicle purchases, as China tries to balance automation with job stability.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·40m ago

Who Is Really Behind the Kaplan Protests?

An opinion article says the Kaplan anti-judicial overhaul protests were organized and funded by elites, not a spontaneous public uprising. It cites comments by Yossi Kochik and Orni Petrushka, and argues that money, messaging and organization shaped the 2023 to 2024 campaign.

Arutz Sheva
Politics·41m ago

Ronen Tzur Slams Nimrod Shefer Camp Over 'False Flag' Smear Texts

Ronen Tzur accused Nimrod Shefer’s campaign of sending smear texts to Democrats party members in a false-flag effort to damage him. Shefer apologized, said the message came from his team, and took full responsibility.

Srugim·+3 outlets · 50% center
Sports·41m ago

World Cup Group Stage Nears Decisive Final Round

The second round of the 2026 World Cup group stage is over, and one matchday remains to decide several groups and knockout pairings. Mexico, the United States, Germany, Argentina, Norway, France and Colombia have already advanced, while five teams are eliminated. The article lays out the standings, remaining fixtures and likely qualification scenarios in Groups G through L.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
General·44m ago

NASA and Startup Launch Robot Rescue Mission for Dying Swift Telescope

NASA and startup Katalyst Space will launch LINK on Saturday to try to save the Swift telescope from burning up in Earth’s atmosphere. The mission, built in 250 days, would be the first to capture a satellite without docking equipment and could shape future satellite maintenance.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 50% center
Culture·47m ago

Magic School Bus Getting Live-Action Movie Adaptation

Legendary Entertainment has bought the rights to develop a live-action "The Magic School Bus" movie. Rob Letterman will direct and write, and Elizabeth Banks will play Ms. Frizzle and produce.

Kan News
Health·55m ago

Maya Dagan’s menopause joke spotlights a common but hidden problem: urinary incontinence

Maya Dagan’s menopause joke on “Dancing with the Stars” drew attention to urinary incontinence, a common issue affecting many women, especially around menopause and after childbirth. Doctors and a pelvic floor physiotherapist say it is treatable, with options ranging from targeted exercises and pelvic therapy to laser, hormone, radiofrequency, and surgery in severe cases.

Ynet
Politics·57m ago

Ultra-Orthodox Protest Convoy Set to Snarl Roads Across Israel

Ultra-Orthodox groups will hold a convoy protest Wednesday from 19 sites across Israel, beginning around 4:00 p.m., to oppose army draft enforcement. Organizers say the vehicles will converge on major roads and head toward military prisons, raising fears of severe traffic jams. The action follows violent clashes last week during a Route 4 blockade near Bnei Brak.

N12·+2 outlets · 67% center
Economy·58m ago

Phoenix Enters the Mortgage Market as Tel Aviv Awaits a Weak Open

Phoenix is entering the mortgage business through its Gamma Credit subsidiary, joining several Israeli groups already active in the sector. Tel Aviv stocks are expected to open lower after a weak session on Wall Street, led by losses in technology shares.

Calcalist
Tech·59m ago

Meta Bets on Indian Founder Kunal Shah to Rebuild WhatsApp as a Business Platform

Meta has named Indian entrepreneur Kunal Shah to run WhatsApp after investing hundreds of millions in his fintech company. The company wants to transform WhatsApp from a free messaging app into a payments, commerce and business platform. The move reflects a broader shift toward super apps, with India as a key market.

Now 14
Sports·1h ago

Pantsil and Bellingham separated after halftime World Cup clash

John Pantsil, now an assistant coach for Ghana, clashed with Jude Bellingham during Ghana’s 0-0 draw with England at the 2026 World Cup. The heated halftime exchange followed a hard foul and ended after both men were separated.

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

Kenny Miller Set for Lowest Coaching Salary of the Goladdhar Era, Still Tops the League

Kenny Miller has signed a one-year deal to coach Maccabi Tel Aviv, with an option for another season, and will earn about 300,000 to 350,000 euros. That is the lowest coaching salary in the Mitch Goldhar era, but still the highest in the Israeli league. Maccabi says it had already chosen Miller last season, and he has also spoken with Dor Peretz about staying. Ion Nicolaescu and Danni Grופר will miss the upcoming training camp in Serbia because of injuries.

Ynet
Security·1h ago

Parents of Commando Soldiers in Lebanon Blast Netanyahu, Katz and the IDF Chief

Dozens of parents of IDF Commando Brigade soldiers in Lebanon wrote to Netanyahu, Katz and Zamir, saying the troops are being held back and should be allowed to win or brought home. Soldiers told N12 that orders are unclear and fire rules have become very strict since the ceasefire. Opposition figures Naftali Bennett and Avigdor Liberman also attacked the government over the issue.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
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Economy02:57 · 2h ago

Israeli Investors Gain Paper Profits of $15 Million From SpaceX Listing

Translated & summarized from Calcalist by baba
The story · English

Retail investors piled into SpaceX's public offering, but the main winners, aside from Elon Musk, appear to have been private equity funds. One of them, StepStone VC Secondary Fund, was marketed in Israel to qualified investors through Lider Private Equity, run by Itay Alnetan.

The fund built its SpaceX exposure by buying both direct shares and secondary stakes in funds before the listing. Before the IPO, its exposure had reached as much as $400 million, equal to 10% of its managed assets. StepStone raised $30 million in Israel in 2024.

Letters to investors said SpaceX's post-listing valuation rose to $2.4 trillion, six times the purchase price, and that the position had grown to 60% of the fund's total exposure. The Israeli money in the fund that was exposed to SpaceX was estimated at $3 million, which had risen to $18 million, a paper gain of $15 million.

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