Arad Residents Clash with Haredi Protesters During Draft-Evader Demonstration

Culture·5m ago

Satmar Rebbe Uses Relic of the 'Vayoel Moshe' During a Beloved Shabbat Gathering

The Satmar Rebbe spent Shabbat with hundreds of yeshiva students at Camp Dovrei Yoel in the Catskills. He joined a mass Talmud study session, heard remarks from his son Rabbi Yaakov Ber Teitelbaum, and later used a relic from the late author of Vayoel Moshe during Havdalah.

Kikar HaShabbat

Culture·6m ago

Actor Dani Shteg Brings a New Torah Scroll Into Tel Aviv Synagogue

Actor Dani Shteg brought a Torah scroll into the GRA Synagogue in Tel Aviv on Wednesday evening. The ceremony took place on HaYarkon Street opposite the beach, where Shteg now serves in multiple synagogue roles. The article says his religious return began in the late 1990s and that he is now a learned man.

Srugim

Politics·7m ago

Sephardi rabbis urge Rabbi David Yosef to apologize to women after remarks on ritual immersion

A group of Sephardi rabbis wrote to Chief Rabbi David Yosef on Wednesday, criticizing his comments about women’s ritual immersion and calling on him to apologize. They said his recent statements and earlier positions on women risk harm, division, and public desecration of God’s name.

Srugim

Economy·7m ago

Varonis Shares Jump on Report of Possible Sale to Private Equity

Varonis shares rose 7.1% after Bloomberg reported the Israeli cybersecurity company is considering a sale. Blackstone, Thoma Bravo and Vista Equity Partners have shown initial interest, while the company is also navigating a shift to SaaS and strong first-quarter results.

Globes

Politics·10m ago

Netanyahu Finishes Testimony as Trial Enters Defense Stage

Benjamin Netanyahu finished testifying in his corruption trial at the Tel Aviv District Court after 18 months. The article says the prosecution gained more from his testimony than the defense, and the case now moves to the defense witness phase. It adds that the trial could run into 2028 unless the defense finishes quickly.

Walla·+8 outlets · 67% center

Economy·13m ago

Elon Musk Falls Below $1 Trillion After Sharp Drop in SpaceX and Tesla-Linked Wealth

Elon Musk has lost his trillionaire status after a steep drop in SpaceX shares and new restrictions on Tesla stock reduced his fortune to about $962 billion. Despite the decline, he remains the world’s richest person.

Behadrei Haredim·+3 outlets · 75% right-leaning

Security·14m ago

Truck Driver Hits Car of 'The Patriots' Panelist Amid Ultra-Orthodox Protest Disruptions

On Wednesday, a truck driver hit the car of Yaki Adamker during an ultra-Orthodox protest that blocked major highways. The protest began at 4:00 p.m., triggered severe traffic jams on Highways 1 and 6, and led to violent clashes in several places.

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Security·15m 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·+6 outlets · 57% right-leaning

Security·15m ago

Former General Says 2018 Army Readiness Report Was Buried Before October 7

Retired General Yitzhak Brik said Gadi Eisenkot hid a 2018 report warning that the IDF was unprepared for war. Speaking in Jerusalem, Brik blamed long-term neglect, outsourcing, and spending choices for the failures exposed on October 7.

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Security·16m 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

Culture·17m ago

Large Memorial Event for the Or HaChaim Held at Hayei Aharon Institutions

The Hayei Aharon institutions in Gafna Halls held a memorial celebration for the Or HaChaim this week. The event included the dedication of the Tehilat Efrayim kollel, a public prayer, a siyum, and speeches by leading rabbis and local officials.

Behadrei Haredim

Sports·18m ago

Lakers Eye Cleveland’s Jarrett Allen in Potential LeBron James Reunion Deal

Reports say the Lakers are very interested in Cleveland center Jarrett Allen as part of a possible LeBron James sign-and-trade. The move could send James to the Cavaliers and give Los Angeles a center to pair with Luka Doncic.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center

Politics·18m 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·+2 outlets · 67% center

Politics·18m ago

Ronen Tzur Drops Out of the Democrats' Primary, Citing Party's Proximity to Ofer Cassif

Ronen Tzur said he is withdrawing from the Democrats party primary only nine days after joining. He accused the party of drifting toward Ofer Cassif and warned that its direction could keep it out of the next coalition.

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Tech·19m 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·20m 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·20m 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·22m ago

Reports in Iran Say Bank Access Is Down Nationwide, with ATMs and Card Terminals Offline

Reports from Iran say at least eight commercial banks have halted service, while ATMs and card terminals are malfunctioning nationwide. The disruption has affected shopping, fuel sales and other daily transactions, and officials have not clearly identified the cause.

Globes

Economy·22m 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·22m ago

Cricket's Yahrzeit Day Marks Joyful Bar Mitzvah for Grandson of Kretschnif Rebbe

A bar mitzvah for the Kretschnif Rebbe’s grandson was celebrated in Jerusalem on the yahrzeit of Rabbi Meir of Kretschnif. The day also included another Hasidic family event in Jerusalem and a report that the Vizhnitz London Rebbe underwent a medical procedure in Manhattan.

Kikar HaShabbat

Culture·26m 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·+1 outlet · 100% center

General·27m ago

Ultra-Orthodox Protest Near Kfar Yona Turns Violent as Police Stay on the Sidelines

A fight broke out near Kfar Yona between passersby and ultra-Orthodox protesters. Police were reportedly on site but did not intervene.

Now 14·+2 outlets · 67% center

Sports·32m 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·33m 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

Culture·34m ago

Singer Hagar Yefet Announces Another Pregnancy Five Months After Giving Birth

Singer Hagar Yefet announced she is pregnant again, only five months after giving birth to her daughter in January. She revealed the news with a social media post and video, prompting many congratulatory reactions.

Srugim·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning

Security·35m 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

Politics·35m ago

Minister Amsalem Tells Ambassadors Regional Cooperation Builds Stability and Security

Regional Cooperation Minister Dudi Amsalem addressed ambassadors at a ministry conference in Israel. He said regional cooperation is key to stability, security and growth, and praised partner countries for their commitment.

Ynet

Culture·37m ago

French Translation of the Talmud Completed in Jerusalem on the Anniversary of Its Burning in Paris

Israel marked the completion of the full French translation of the Babylonian Talmud at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. The event took place on 9 Tammuz, the anniversary of the 1242 burning of the Talmud in Paris, and was described as a symbolic reversal of that historic destruction.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning

Tech·41m ago

Meta Reportedly Building a Prediction-Market App to Challenge Polymarket

Meta is reportedly developing Arena, a prediction-market app that would compete with Polymarket and Kalshi. The product could let users bet on elections, politics, sports and entertainment, but Meta has not confirmed a launch date.

Behadrei Haredim·+7 outlets · 50% center

General·41m 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

Sports·43m ago

Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Be'er Sheva seek reduced punishments after cup final brawl

Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Be'er Sheva appeared before the Israel Football Association disciplinary court over violence after the Cup final. Kristian Blizic received a 10-match ban, while both clubs were given 10 days to seek plea deals to reduce punishments.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center

Security·47m ago

Former Mossad Officer Says the Agency Kept Operating Normally After Gofman’s Appointment

Former Mossad officer Avner Avraham said Roman Gofman’s appointment as Mossad chief has not interrupted the agency’s operations. He said Gofman’s outside advisers have security clearance, defended the move, and expressed strong confidence in Gofman’s leadership.

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Health·47m 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·50m 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

Security·51m ago

Police to indict father for murdering his 9-year-old daughter in Ar'ara

Police say they have evidence that the father of 9-year-old Lila Jahjah was the one who killed her in Ar'ara. He is expected to be indicted for murder after allegedly firing at least 20 shots during a family dispute on Eid al-Adha.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center

Politics·52m 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·52m 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

Politics·53m ago

Netanyahu trial to shift back to Jerusalem and move to five hearings a week

After Netanyahu finishes testifying, his corruption trial will return to Jerusalem on June 28, 2026. Starting October 4, the court will hear the case five days a week, Sunday through Thursday, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Srugim·+4 outlets · 60% center

Sports·53m 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·55m 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

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