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World·6m ago

Australian Judge Bars TikTok Threat Video From Trial of Two Nurses

An Australian judge ruled that a threatening video involving two Sydney hospital workers cannot be used in their upcoming trial. The siblings, Ahmid Nadir and Sarah Abu-Lebda, deny charges that they threatened Israeli patients and made abusive remarks in videos that triggered public outrage.

Kan News·+1 outlet · 100% center
Economy·8m ago

Cyberbit shuts its Israel operations and lays off all local staff

Cyberbit has shut down its Israeli operations and laid off all local employees, according to Calcalist. The company, now independent after Elbit sold its remaining stake in 2023, has grown mainly in the US and Europe, including through its September 2025 acquisition of RangeForce.

Calcalist
Health·10m ago

The New Status Symbol Is a Healthy Lifestyle, Not a Designer Label

The article says the new status symbol is no longer a luxury brand, but a healthy, balanced lifestyle. It presents longevity as a holistic approach to beauty and wellness, and points to Maccabi Pharm products and pharmacist advice as a practical starting point.

Walla
Economy·10m ago

Nohi Dankner to Be Declared Bankrupt After Court Hearing

Nochi Dankner will be declared bankrupt after four banks asked the court to open insolvency proceedings against him. He said he had exhausted all assets and had been in practical insolvency for about 10 years. The court is expected to appoint a trustee and restrict his travel and credit-card use.

Ynet·+3 outlets · 100% center
Sports·12m ago

Messi Celebrates 39 With Video Showing Impressive Fitness at Argentina Camp

Lionel Messi turned 39 on Wednesday, and an Argentina training video showed him doing pull-ups and appearing in excellent shape. The birthday comes as he remains in top form on the field, having become the all-time World Cup scoring leader this week in a win over Austria.

Walla·+1 outlet · 50% center
Culture·14m ago

Reality star Casey Zapata gets engaged after 11-year relationship

Casey Zapata, a Israeli content creator and former Survivor contestant, got engaged today to her partner Guy after 11 years together. She had previously said she would marry only when she felt ready to start a family, and the couple are now expected to wed soon.

Srugim
Politics·15m ago

Top House Republican Rips J.D. Vance Over Israel Remarks

Rep. Randy Fine, a pro-Israel Florida Republican, sharply criticized Vice President J.D. Vance over remarks about Israel and Iran. Fine accused Vance of historical ignorance, defended Israel’s founding, and said Vance’s tone raises doubts about his fitness for office.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·16m ago

Degel HaTorah leader backs car protest as ultra-Orthodox turnout widens

Organizers of today’s car protest say Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch has endorsed the demonstration, which they expect will draw many more ultra-Orthodox drivers. The expanded participation is expected to cause major traffic disruptions on key roads in Israel.

Behadrei Haredim
Security·17m ago

Defense Minister Says Israel Will Keep Security Zones in Lebanon and Syria

Israel Defense Minister Israel Katz said Wednesday that Israel will not withdraw from its security zones in Lebanon and Syria, even if the United States demands it. He said the areas will remain empty of civilians until Hezbollah disarms, and that Israel’s policy in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria is unified.

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

Google DeepMind CEO Says Human-Level AI Could Arrive by 2030

Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis said AGI could arrive around 2030 and warned society has little time to prepare. He also said human skills like taste, design sensitivity, original thinking, and synthesis will remain valuable as AI advances.

Ynet
Sports·21m ago

Manor Solomon Says He Still Has Unfinished Business With the Premier League

Manor Solomon said he has unfinished business with the Premier League in a Sport 5 interview published June 24, 2026. He discussed his Real Madrid display, his escape from Kyiv during the war, his family, injuries, Leeds, Tottenham, and his biggest remaining dream.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
World·27m ago

Iran Says IAEA Will Not Be Granted Access to Attacked Nuclear Sites

Iran’s deputy foreign minister said the IAEA will not be given access to attacked nuclear facilities or nuclear material. He said the issue depends on a final deal and full sanctions relief, and that no requested meeting with Rafael Grossi occurred in Switzerland.

Ynet·+3 outlets · 75% right-leaning
Culture·27m ago

Kan Educational’s YouTube channel earns YouTube’s Gold Play Button

Kan Educational’s YouTube channel received YouTube’s Gold Play Button at Google Israel in Tel Aviv after surpassing 1 million subscribers and 2 billion views. The channel marked the milestone during the 60th year of educational television and the 20th year of its YouTube presence. Leaders from Kan and Google said the achievement reflects strong Israeli children’s content.

Kan News
Economy·27m ago

State Comptroller Finds No Organized Plan for Israel’s EV Charging Network

Israel’s State Comptroller says electric-vehicle charging infrastructure is badly behind demand and lacks a clear national plan. The report cites fast EV growth, too few chargers, unresolved legal barriers in apartment buildings, and major air-pollution costs from transport.

Globes·+2 outlets
Economy·29m ago

Young families turn to Einav as a cheaper suburban housing alternative

Hemedat Shomron in Einav is drawing young religious Zionist families with detached homes starting at 1.88 million shekels. The article says improved roads, a new railway link, and community infrastructure make northern Samaria a cheaper alternative to central Israel.

Now 14
Sports·34m ago

Brazilian Psychic Warns of Alien Abduction at World Cup Match in Miami

Brazilian medium Vo Bahiana says aliens will abduct players and fans during Brazil’s World Cup match against Scotland in Miami. The game is scheduled for Thursday at 1:00 a.m. Israel time at Hard Rock Stadium, and her warning has spread widely online despite her mixed prediction record.

Walla
Politics·35m ago

Bnei Brak Mayor Says Kaplan Protesters Set the Example for Haredi Demonstrations

Bnei Brak Mayor Hanoch Zeibert defended the planned Haredi car convoy protest and said Kaplan activists taught the Haredi public how to demonstrate. The protest is due Wednesday afternoon, with police preparing for major traffic disruptions and deploying about 200 officers near Military Prison 10.

Now 14
Politics·37m ago

Givat Ze'ev Council Head Yossi Asraf Held for Corruption Probe

Yossi Asraf, head of the Givat Ze'ev council, was detained this week in a corruption investigation. The probe began covertly and has expanded to searches, questioning of other officials, and enforcement actions at sites in the council area.

Globes·+3 outlets · 67% center
General·37m ago

From Visual Impairment to a Life of Sport and Social Impact: Yair Amar’s Story

Yair Amar, a visually impaired athlete, coach and lecturer, described how childhood disability, surgeries and wheelchair use shaped a life of sport and social work. In a podcast interview, he recounted his move into para-sports, national service, a 2021 speaking contest win and his current independent life in Jerusalem.

Arutz Sheva
Culture·39m ago

Five Standout Raw Fish Dishes From Around Israel

An Israeli food roundup highlights five notable raw-fish dishes from Ashdod, Haifa, Jerusalem, and Tel Aviv. The picks include a tuna lettuce wrap at Pescado, fish tartare at Hamarha Talpiot, ceviche at Satyah, tuna spaghetti at a, and sashimi at Santi.

Calcalist
Economy·42m ago

800,000 Israelis Have Used the “Cheapest Basket,” Forcing Price Cuts Across the Market

Israel’s Economy and Industry Ministry says its “Cheapest Basket” program with Carrefour has attracted about 800,000 shoppers in two months and pushed market prices down. Minister Nir Barkat said the initiative is forcing rivals to cut prices, and he announced plans for anti-cross-ownership legislation.

Kikar HaShabbat·+3 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Health·43m ago

Netherlands reports first euthanasia case involving a child under 12

The Netherlands has reported its first euthanasia case involving a child under 12, under a law enacted in 2024. The case, disclosed by Health Minister Sophie Hermans, is now under review by prosecutors and an oversight committee.

Walla·+1 outlet · 100% center
Economy·45m ago

Competition Authority Opens Major Retail Price-Fixing Trial Against Victory CEO

Israel’s Competition Authority has begun presenting evidence in a Lod District Court trial accusing Victory CEO Eyal Ravid and other retail executives of coordinating grocery price increases. The case, which grew out of a 2021 investigation into the food sector, could set major precedents for retail competition in Israel.

Kikar HaShabbat·+4 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Economy·45m ago

Tower Semiconductor’s Market-Cap Surge Revives an Old Warning for Investors

Tower Semiconductor briefly became Israel’s most valuable company this week, reaching a $37.7 billion market cap before a global chip selloff pushed it back down. A review of past Israeli market leaders shows that most suffered large declines after reaching the top, though an analyst said Tower may be a special case because of AI-related demand.

Globes
Security·45m ago

Israel Police Denies Report, Calls It “Complete Fake News”

Israel Police strongly denied a report by Liran Tamari about an allegedly unlawful arrest in Jerusalem. Police said the story omitted a violent chase, injuries to volunteers, the seizure of drugs, and the suspect’s arrest after officers fired to stop him.

Srugim·+2 outlets · 100% right-leaning
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Security09:44 · 1h ago

Russia showcases Tu-160 strategic bomber in operational flight footage

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Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
The story · English

A Russian military video released on June 24, 2026, shows the Tu-160, Russia’s supersonic strategic bomber, in an operational mission. The footage presents the aircraft taking off, gives a look inside the cockpit, and shows it carrying out a complex aerial refueling maneuver.

The clip also highlights fighter jets flying in close formation with the bomber at high altitude, presenting the sortie as a display of Russian airpower. The article describes the material as a striking demonstration of the bomber’s operational capabilities, shared by the Russian military.

The Tu-160 is one of Russia’s strategic bombers and is shown here in active service rather than in a static display. The report provides no details on the mission location or objective, focusing instead on the visuals released by Russian forces.

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