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Security·6m ago

IDF Strikes Suspects in South Lebanon After Repeated Threats Near Ali Tahar Ridge

The IDF struck suspects in southern Lebanon after they crossed the security zone in the Ali Tahar ridge area and threatened Israeli troops. The army said this was the third such incident in 48 hours, amid repeated clashes with Hezbollah operatives in the same sector. Defense Minister Israel Katz also said Israel will not withdraw from southern Lebanon.

Srugim
Security·7m ago

Driver Seen Pointing Gun at Haredi Protesters on Highway 1

A driver was filmed pointing a handgun at Haredi protesters during a vehicle convoy on Highway 1 between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. Protest organizers called it a murder threat and demanded immediate police action. No shots were fired.

Kikar HaShabbat
Sports·10m ago

Lakers and Cavaliers Could Set Up a LeBron James Return to Cleveland

Reports say the Lakers are strongly interested in Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen, a move that could facilitate a LeBron James return to Cleveland. James, 41, is without a Lakers deal this summer, and Los Angeles may not have the cap room for the contract he wants after Austin Reaves' $185 million extension.

Mako
Politics·10m ago

Ronen Tzur Withdraws From Democrats Primary Race

Ronen Tzur, the former head of the Hostages and Missing Families Forum, has withdrawn from the Democrats party primaries. He had announced his candidacy two weeks earlier but will now not compete.

Ynet·+1 outlet · 50% center
Tech·11m ago

Google Chrome Gets Smarter Autofill for IDs, Flights and Vehicles

Google is expanding Chrome autofill so it can use data from Google Wallet for IDs, passports, driver’s licenses, flights and vehicle details. The feature rolls out with Chrome 150 on desktop, Android and iOS, with user approval required before any data is filled.

Behadrei Haredim
Health·11m ago

4-Year-Old Girl Critically Hurt After Scorpion Sting Near Kseifa

A 4-year-old girl was stung by a scorpion near Kseifa on Route 31 and is in serious, unstable condition. Magen David Adom treated her at the scene and took her to Soroka Medical Center after the 6:31 p.m. emergency call.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 50% center
Politics·12m ago

Shin Bet chief orders removal of memorial display for October 7 fallen

Shin Bet Director David Zini ordered removal of a memorial display for agency personnel killed on October 7 at the Tel Aviv headquarters entrance. The agency said it already has a memorial wall showing all of its fallen and that the display only partly reflected the scale of the disaster.

Kan News·+2 outlets · 100% center
Economy·14m ago

Short Seller Who Made 900% in 2008 Sees a New Bubble in Private Credit

Lee Robinson, the hedge fund manager who made a 900% return shorting subprime mortgages in 2008, is now betting against insurers tied to private credit. He sees signs of bubble risk in the $1.8 trillion private credit market and is launching a new Altana Wealth fund to hedge against a slowdown.

Calcalist
Culture·18m ago

Power Cut Halts Iron Maiden Paris Concert Midway

Iron Maiden’s phone-free concert film shoot in Paris was stopped halfway by a citywide power outage. The band lost three songs from the set, and authorities are examining whether extreme heat caused the blackout.

N12
Culture·18m ago

Power Outage Cuts Iron Maiden’s Paris Filming Show Short

Iron Maiden’s phone-free filmed concert in Paris was cut short Monday after a citywide blackout stopped the show for about an hour. The band said three songs were omitted because transport and venue timing made it impossible to continue, while French authorities examine whether extreme heat caused the outage.

Mako
Sports·24m ago

Israeli 49er team wins silver at Kiel Sailing World Cup

Eili Vorheit and Yuval Brannon won silver in the 49er class at the Sailing World Cup in Kiel, Germany. It was their first international medal and Israel’s latest breakthrough in a rapidly growing sailing class. They now turn to the European Championships in two weeks near Kiel.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
General·25m ago

At Chazon Ovadia, Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef Calls Torah Study the Foundation of the Jewish People

A ceremony at the Chazon Ovadia yeshiva on Tuesday night marked a tractate completion and the printing of a new collection of writings. Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef used the event to defend Torah study, recall the yeshiva’s founding support from Rabbi Ovadia Yosef and Rabbanit Margalit Yosef, and say the yeshiva is preparing for dozens of new students for 5787.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Security·26m ago

Israeli forces kill wanted arms dealer after hours-long chase in northern Samaria

Israeli forces killed Muhammad Zaid, a wanted arms dealer, in Yamon in northern Samaria after a more than four-hour operation with the Shin Bet. The IDF said Zaid had supplied a weapon used in the May 7, 2025 shooting that seriously wounded two soldiers at Reihan Crossing.

Srugim·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
General·33m ago

Police Rabbi Says Protest Rights Must Be Protected Within the Law

Israel Police Rabbi Rami Berakha spoke Wednesday near Ofer Prison about a car protest over yeshiva student arrests. He said police are trying to keep events calm, protect the right to protest within the law, and ensure everyone goes home safely.

Kikar HaShabbat
Health·39m ago

Hadassah hosts first-ever forum for ultra-Orthodox medical trainees

Hadassah Medical Center hosted the first forum for ultra-Orthodox medical trainees, under the national Haredim for Medicine program. Organizers launched a new support community to help participants move from admission to medical school to specialist careers while keeping their Haredi identity.

Walla
Tech·42m ago

WhatsApp to warn users before opening chats with unknown numbers

WhatsApp is rolling out a new Trust warning feature that alerts users before they open chats with unknown numbers. The warning, available in the latest Android and iOS versions, shows basic trust indicators and lets users cancel without notifying the other party.

Behadrei Haredim
Politics·43m ago

Beitar Illit deputy mayor attacked and choked during protest convoy

Beitar Illit deputy mayor Gedaliah Eisenstein was attacked and choked on Wednesday during a protest convoy. He was taken for hospital tests, and MK Meir Porush later phoned to express support and outrage.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
General·44m ago

Munkacs Belz Celebrates Entry of Rabbi Yoel Rokach's Son to Cheder

The Munkacs Belz Rebbe celebrated the entry of his great-grandson into the Jerusalem Talmud Torah and handed out blue pachelech to children. The roundup also noted that the Vizhnitz London Rebbe underwent another medical procedure in Manhattan and asked the public to pray for him.

Kikar HaShabbat
Sports·45m ago

Ofer Yannay says he is in contact with Maccabi Tel Aviv players' agents

Hapoel Tel Aviv owner Ofer Yannay told 103FM on Wednesday that he is in contact with agents of Maccabi Tel Aviv players and plans to sign whomever he wants next season. He repeated sharp accusations against referees, the media, and Maccabi after Hapoel’s playoff final loss.

Walla
World·46m ago

Hormuz Bottleneck Limits Trump’s Options on Iran

Iran’s pressure in the Strait of Hormuz is limiting Donald Trump’s room to maneuver, even as tensions rise in Lebanon. The article says hundreds of ships are trapped or delayed, global energy flows are being squeezed, and a full reopening could take two to three months.

Now 14·+3 outlets · 75% right-leaning
Security·47m ago

Switzerland weighs alternative air defense suppliers after U.S. Patriot delay

Switzerland is in talks with France, South Korea and Israel for a second air defense system after U.S. Patriot deliveries were delayed by four to five years. Defense officials said the alternative would cost more than the original $2.5 billion package, and U.S. shipments may now start in 2027.

Kikar HaShabbat
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World14:56 · 1h ago

Colombia’s President-Elect Tells Saar Israel Ties Will Grow Stronger

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Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar spoke on Tuesday with Colombia’s president-elect, Abelardo de la Espriella, congratulating him on his election victory and wishing him success in his new role. Sa’ar said the result raised hopes for a better future for Colombia and its citizens.

During the conversation, de la Espriella reaffirmed his commitment to a strong alliance between Colombia and Israel. He said that alliance would be “stronger than ever,” adding that this commitment had also been reflected during his election campaign.

Sa’ar emphasized Israel’s desire to deepen the relationship “for the benefit of both peoples.” He said, “We will do this together, Colombia and Israel, and in a big way!” The call comes as the two sides look toward closer cooperation after de la Espriella’s win.

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