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Economy·3m ago

New Israeli Defense-Tech Fund Raises $50 Million and Makes Five Early Bets

Stratos Ventures, a new Israeli defense-tech fund, has raised $50 million toward an $80 million goal and made five early-stage investments. The fund was founded in 2026 and plans to back 15 to 20 startups with Israeli ties, with U.S. expansion support through The Lab Miami.

Calcalist
Politics·5m ago

Haredi leadership backs massive car protest over yeshiva arrests

A mass car protest against yeshiva student arrests will begin Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. and head to Military Prison 10 at Beit Lid. Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch is now publicly aligned with the rally, while police say they have coordinated the demonstration to avoid road closures.

Kikar HaShabbat·+8 outlets · 50% center
Politics·5m ago

Goldknopf Threatens Nationwide Protest and Civil Uprising

United Torah Judaism chairman Yitzhak Goldknopf threatened in a radio interview that future protests could spread nationwide and “turn the country upside down.” He also said prisons would be turned into yeshivas.

Ynet
Health·5m ago

Suspected Typhus Cluster Among Children in the Sharon Region

Health authorities are investigating a suspected spotted fever outbreak among kindergarten children in Emek Hefer in the Sharon region. At least three children were diagnosed, others are being tested, and some were hospitalized in Hadera and Kfar Saba. The council moved children to alternate buildings and carried out pest control while urging parents to seek medical care for fever and rash after outdoor exposure.

Kan News
Politics·6m ago

Knesset Delays Decision on Moving Memorial Shelters Along Highway 232

The Knesset Education Committee postponed a decision on whether to move the memorial shelters along Highway 232, tied to a bill on October 7 remembrance and heroism. Bereaved families and officials split sharply over whether the sites should stay put, be relocated, or be replaced by a central memorial.

Arutz Sheva
Health·7m ago

What Really Determines Whether Sleep Helps or Harms You

New research says the consistency of your sleep schedule may be as important as how long you sleep. Studies link regular bedtimes and wake times to better physical and mental health, lower cardiovascular risk, and reduced anxiety and depression.

Now 14
World·14m 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·16m 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·18m 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·18m 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·20m 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·22m 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·23m 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·24m 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·25m 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·+2 outlets · 67% center
Tech·28m 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·29m 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·35m 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·35m 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·35m 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·37m 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·42m 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·43m 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·45m 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·45m 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·47m 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·50m 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
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Politics10:04 · 1h ago

Miki Zohar: U.S. Iran Deal Could Put Washington on Collision Course with Israel

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Culture and Sports Minister Miki Zohar spoke about the U.S.-Iran agreement at the Local Government Convention, saying Washington is handling the Iranian issue poorly. He argued that the Americans do not understand who they are dealing with and warned that the United States could soon find itself in a confrontation with Israel.

Zohar said Israel will not automatically follow the U.S. line, and that any Israeli response will be shaped by Israel’s security interests. He added that military action will be determined by what best serves those interests, not by Washington’s position.

In his view, the U.S. deal will not solve the nuclear weapons problem. He also said he expects the war phase to return sooner than many people think.

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