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Sports·6m ago

Brazil and Morocco Win to Close World Cup Group C

Brazil beat Scotland 3-0 to win Group C at the 2026 World Cup, with Vinicius Junior scoring twice and Matheus Cunha once. Morocco defeated Haiti 3-2 to finish second, and both teams now move toward the knockout stage.

Mako·+2 outlets · 100% center
Sports·6m ago

Brazil Tops Group C, Morocco Advances After Thrilling Final Round

Brazil defeated Scotland 3-0 to finish first in World Cup 2026 Group C, with Vinicius Junior scoring twice and Matheus Cunha adding one. Morocco beat Haiti 3-2, finished second, and is expected to meet the Netherlands in the next round.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
World·21m ago

Trump Says Iran School Attack May Never Be Fully Solved

Trump said it may never be known who was behind a deadly strike on a girls’ school in Minab, Iran, and said he does not believe the United States was responsible. Earlier reports said a U.S. military review found America likely caused the February 28 attack, which killed more than 175 girls and teachers. Separate media investigations linked the damage to a U.S. Tomahawk strike during the opening of the U.S.-Israel assault on Iran.

Ynet
Security·46m ago

Police vehicle damaged after unrest at Modi'in crossing over traffic fine

Police fined a Modi'in Illit resident in his 20s for driving a vehicle without a valid inspection for over a year. Hundreds then gathered at the Maccabim crossing, damaged a police car and punctured its tires, and police said they were working with the IDF to restore order.

Ynet
Security·1h ago

Netivot Police Negotiator Helps End Armed Suicide Threat Safely

A suicidal-ideation incident in Netivot ended without injuries after police negotiators persuaded a security guard to surrender his weapon. The man, who was alone with his wife and children, was taken in for questioning, and city officials said they would support his family.

Walla
Tech·1h ago

Trump Restricts Anthropic AI Models After Security Breach Fears

Anthropic’s Mythos AI model reportedly penetrated classified U.S. systems within hours, prompting severe intelligence concerns. The Trump administration then restricted exports of Mythos and Fable, and Anthropic removed the models while negotiating with officials in Washington.

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Weather·2h ago

Europe Heat Wave Turns Summer Travel Into a Survival Test

A historic heat wave is sweeping Europe, breaking temperature records in France and Britain and disrupting tourism, schools, and public ceremonies. Authorities and experts are urging travelers to change their routines, stay hydrated, and avoid heat exposure during the hottest hours.

Now 14·+5 outlets · 67% center
General·2h ago

Chinese Zoo Hires People to Dress as Bears and Act Strange

A zoo in Luohe, Henan, China, advertised for people to dress as black bears, roam the grounds, and act bizarrely for visitors. The job pays 100,000 yuan a year, drew more than 100 applicants, and was filled within days.

Walla
General·2h ago

Israeli TV and music snippets spark backlash and online mockery

The article rounds up viral TV and social media moments involving Israeli musicians, Channel 14, and political commentary. It also notes Guy Maroz’s exit from “HaPatriots,” Dor Hoffman’s handshake with Lionel Messi, and criticism of remarks about Shin Bet chief Zini and the LGBTQ community.

Walla
World·2h ago

Trump Says Erdogan Stayed Out of Iran War at His Request

Donald Trump said Recep Tayyip Erdogan kept Turkey out of a war with Iran after Trump asked him personally. Trump also praised Erdogan, hinted at a favorable move on F-35s, and threatened Iran over the Strait of Hormuz.

Now 14·+2 outlets · 67% center
General·2h ago

YouTube Quietly Settles Teen Addiction Lawsuit Ahead of Trial

YouTube confidentially settled a Florida teenager’s addiction lawsuit just weeks before trial. The case alleged that features like infinite scroll and autoplay were designed to keep young users addicted and harm mental health.

Now 14
Culture·2h ago

Why Shlomo Artzi's 'Sh’dot Shel Irusim' Still Defines Israeli Music

An article marking 40 years to Shlomo Artzi’s “Sh’dot Shel Irusim” argues the song is his defining work because it captures memory, protest, and the emotional power of music. It also serves as a farewell from a long-time Walla culture writer after 15 years on the site.

Walla
Sports·3h ago

Edin Dzeko Snubs Coach After Milestone Bosnia Appearance

Edin Dzeko reacted angrily after being substituted in Bosnia and Herzegovina’s match against Qatar on Wednesday. In his 150th national-team appearance, the 40-year-old captain refused to shake his coach’s hand and threw a bottle to the ground. The report says he could end the World Cup without scoring.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·3h ago

Shas spiritual leader blasts Aryeh Deri in leaked recording

A leaked recording broadcast Wednesday shows Shas spiritual leader Rabbi Yitzchak Yosef sharply attacking party chairman Aryeh Deri. Yosef backed ultra-Orthodox protests, condemned arrests of yeshiva students, and repeated his opposition to military enlistment.

Arutz Sheva
Security·3h ago

Violent attacks reported after ultra-Orthodox protest convoy on Route 1

Police say they will question a Rishon LeZion resident after a violent attack on an ultra-Orthodox protest vehicle on Route 1 Wednesday evening. The article also describes earlier convoy-related incidents, including an alleged gun threat, an assault on Beitar Illit Deputy Mayor Gedaliah Eisenstein, and a knife-wielding truck driver near Ayalon.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Politics·3h ago

Polls show Likud ahead, while potential alliances could reshape the race

Two new Israeli polls, released Wednesday, show Likud leading while several opposition alliances remain volatile. The surveys also suggest that mergers could significantly boost Gadi Eisenkot’s bloc and affect Benny Gantz, Bennett and Lapid.

Kikar HaShabbat·+5 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Politics·3h ago

Smotrich Says Security Funds Should Not Go to LGBTQ Programming

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich defended Shin Bet chief David Zini after reports he canceled Pride-related displays and events. Smotrich said security funds should not be used for LGBTQ programming and rejected claims that his stance was homophobic.

Now 14·+6 outlets · 57% center
Politics·3h ago

Trump Seeks Special Funding to Remove Sensitive Nuclear Material from Iran

The Trump administration is asking Congress for a special Iran-related budget, including $672 million for nuclear-related operations and part of an $80 billion war supplemental. The request comes as U.S. and Iranian officials negotiate in Switzerland over Iran’s enriched uranium and future inspections.

Kikar HaShabbat
General·3h ago

Nursing Student Arrested in Hadera on Suspicion of Elder Abuse

Ryan Amash, a 25-year-old nursing student from Jisr az-Zarqa, was arrested in Hadera on suspicion of abusing elderly residents at the “Ad 120” care home. The facility reported her to police, and a Hadera judge later extended her detention by one day while criticizing the public arrest at her school.

Walla·+1 outlet · 100% center
General·3h ago

850 Days On, Family Demands Answers in Heimanot Kasau Disappearance

Hundreds gathered in Tel Aviv to mark 850 days since 9-year-old Heimanot Kasau disappeared from an absorption center in Safed. Her family and supporters demanded a broader investigation, while her father and sister appealed for answers and her return.

Behadrei Haredim·+4 outlets · 60% center
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Security22:25 · 1h ago

Israeli Soldier Found Handcuffed in Palestinian Town, Apparent Criminal Case

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The story · English

Israeli police rescued an IDF soldier from the Palestinian town of Tarqumiyah in the Hebron district after security forces reported a man in IDF uniform who was found handcuffed in the middle of the town. The incident appears to have a criminal background, according to the initial assessment.

The soldier is described as an active-duty conscript from southern Israel. He was not armed when found, and officers transferred him to a safe location.

He was then questioned at the Hebron police station. The investigation is expected to be handed over to the Military Police Criminal Investigation Division, known as Matzah.

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