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Sports·29m ago

What Comes Next for Noam Yaacov After Going Undrafted?

Noam Yaacov went undrafted in the NBA draft in New York, leaving him with several paths toward the league. He is set to play for Israel, may join the Las Vegas Summer League starting July 9, and could attend the University of Utah if he does not sign an NBA contract.

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Sports·33m ago

Jewish Forward LJ Jones Drafted by Golden State at No. 5

Golden State drafted Jewish forward LJ Jones, a 24-year-old from Florida State, with the No. 5 pick in the NBA draft. Jones, who has ties to Israel and hopes to play for its national team, may start with the Warriors' G League affiliate but is viewed as a possible immediate NBA contributor.

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World·55m ago

Venezuela Declares Emergency After Strong Quakes, Closes Main Airport

Venezuela declared a state of emergency after strong earthquakes hit the country. President Delcy Rodriguez also ordered Maiquetia International Airport closed and said there were 20 aftershocks. She offered condolences to the families of those killed, without naming a death toll.

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Sports·57m ago

Sacramento Picks Emmanuel Sharp in Draft, Yaaqov Still Waiting

Sacramento chose Emmanuel Sharp 45th overall in the second round of the NBA Draft. The University of Houston guard, son of Derrick Sharp, is now hoping for an NBA contract, while Yaakov remained undrafted at that stage.

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World·1h ago

Strong Quakes Strike Venezuela, Causing Deaths and Heavy Damage in Caracas

Two strong earthquakes struck Venezuela overnight, killing multiple people and causing major destruction in Caracas and surrounding areas. The USGS warned of likely heavy casualties, and a temporary tsunami alert for Caribbean territories was later canceled.

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Sports·2h ago

Brazil Advance as Neymar Returns After 981 Days

Brazil reached the next round of the 2026 World Cup in first place after Vinicius scored twice. Neymar returned for Brazil after 981 days, drew praise from fans and media, and said he felt healthy and excited.

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Security·2h ago

19-Year-Old Woman Shot Dead in Ramla; Police Search for Suspect

A 19-year-old woman was shot dead in Ramla’s Jawarish neighborhood overnight, and police are searching for the suspect. Authorities said it was the 134th murder in Arab society since the start of 2026. The article also notes a separate fatal shooting of a 67-year-old man near Kaabiyye, tied to a major organized-crime witness case.

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Sports·2h ago

Brazil top Group 3 with 3-0 win over Scotland, Morocco also advances

Brazil finished first in Group 3 after a 3-0 win over Scotland in Miami, with Vinicius Junior scoring twice. Neymar returned to Brazil’s squad in the 76th minute after more than a year away. Morocco beat Haiti 4-2 to advance, while Haiti was eliminated and Scotland finished third.

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Sports·3h 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.

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World·3h 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·3h 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·4h 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.

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Tech·4h 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·5h 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.

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General·5h 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.

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General·5h 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.

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World·5h 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.

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General·5h 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.

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Culture·5h 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.

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Sports·6h 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.

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Sports01:31 · 1h ago

Emmanuel Sharp Selected by Sacramento Kings in Second Round of NBA Draft

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Israeli-American basketball player Emmanuel Sharp, the son of former Maccabi Tel Aviv captain Derrick Sharp, was chosen in the second round of the NBA Draft by the Sacramento Kings. Sharp was taken with the 45th overall pick.

He will join the same franchise where Omri Casspi previously played, adding another Israeli connection to Sacramento. The brief announcement did not include further details about Sharp’s next steps beyond the draft selection.

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