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General·9m ago

Former Flight Attendant Says Cockpit Flirtation Led to Adult-Content Career

Abby Rose, a 21-year-old former U.S. flight attendant, said she had an intimate encounter with a pilot in the cockpit and later became an adult-content creator. She described leaving aviation for the Marines, then facing money problems before moving into online adult content. Rose said fame has not made dating easier, though she still misses military camaraderie.

Walla
World·23m ago

Powerful Quakes Rock Venezuela, Leaving Widespread Damage and Many Missing

Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, causing widespread damage in Caracas and nearby cities, closing the main airport and halting rail and metro service. Officials declared a national emergency, warned of aftershocks, and said thousands may be missing.

Kikar HaShabbat·+6 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Health·23m ago

Is a Cool Gym Better? What Experts Say About Air-Conditioned Workouts

The article says air-conditioned workouts are generally better for most people seeking fitness and health. It quotes Prof. Yuval Halad saying that 20 to 24 degrees Celsius is a comfortable training range, while excessive cold or heat can hurt performance. The piece also notes that sweating is normal and not a sign of workout quality.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·30m ago

Trump’s Iran Deal Will Ultimately Benefit Israel, Editorial Argues

An Israeli opinion piece says Trump’s fragile deal with Iran is not a disaster but a turning point that will ultimately benefit Israel. It argues the war has advanced Israel despite its flaws, and urges readers to view events through Torah, not short-term alarm.

Arutz Sheva
Culture·31m ago

Massive Viking Textile Site Unearthed Near Aarhus, Denmark

Archaeologists have found a vast Viking-era textile production complex in Søften, north of Aarhus, dating from about 600 to 950 CE. The site includes more than 80 pit houses, flax-processing areas, and weaving tools, suggesting organized production under powerful leadership. Researchers say the discovery deepens understanding of Viking society and its wider trade networks.

Ynet
Economy·36m ago

Markets Await Tel Aviv Open as Oil Slips and Global Sentiment Improves

Tel Aviv shares are expected to open higher, supported by gains in Asian markets, a stronger Nasdaq futures tape, and a positive gap in Teva. Oil prices are falling, while Israeli and US bond yields also moved lower. Yesterday’s local session ended with modest gains, led by real estate and insurance stocks, while Globrands collapsed and Pulsanasor soared after a new US deal.

Calcalist
Security·42m ago

19-Year-Old Woman Fatally Shot in Ramla, Arab Death Toll Reaches 136

A 19-year-old woman was shot dead overnight in the Jawarish neighborhood of Ramla. Police launched an investigation and searched for the shooter, with no arrests yet made. The killing brings the Arab community’s murder toll this year to 136.

Srugim·+3 outlets · 75% center
Politics·42m ago

Editorial: The Draft Crisis Has Become a Political Campaign

A Hebrew opinion column says Israel's draft crisis has been ignored for years and is now being used as a political campaign. The writer argues leaders could have found a balanced solution earlier, while calling for Torah study to continue without dividing the country.

Behadrei Haredim
Health·45m ago

Vitiligo Is More Than a Cosmetic Issue, Doctors Say on World Awareness Day

On World Vitiligo Awareness Day, doctors emphasized that vitiligo is an autoimmune disease, not just a cosmetic issue. The article reviews its prevalence, psychological impact, and newer treatments, including FDA-approved JAK therapy and ongoing trials of oral drugs. It says care should be tailored to the extent, location, and activity of the disease.

Ynet·+1 outlet · 50% center
World·46m ago

Trump Says Iran Will Never Get Nuclear Weapons After Washington Rally

Donald Trump told a Washington, D.C. rally that Iran will never get nuclear weapons and said a deal had ended the conflict. His remarks came as disputes continue over nuclear inspections and alleged Strait of Hormuz fees, which he said could halt talks immediately.

Kikar HaShabbat
Economy·52m ago

Micron Delivers Blowout Quarter on Surging Memory Demand

Micron beat third-quarter expectations with revenue up 346% to $41.46 billion and net income of $28.24 billion. The company forecast about $50 billion in fourth-quarter revenue, sending its stock up 15.8% after hours.

Calcalist·+1 outlet
World·56m ago

New York Parents Jailed After 3-Year-Old Died Amid Extreme Neglect

A New York couple was jailed after their 3-year-old daughter died in February 2025 from extreme neglect at their Corinth home. Investigators found lice, rot, malnutrition, trash-filled living conditions, and signs the child had suffered severe and preventable abuse.

Now 14
Security·1h ago

IDF Logs Reveal the First Hours of Gilad Shalit’s Abduction

The IDF Archives released the first official operations logs from the morning Gilad Shalit was kidnapped on June 25, 2006. The records detail the attack near Kerem Shalom, the deaths of two soldiers, and the evolving IDF understanding of Shalit’s fate and whereabouts.

Kikar HaShabbat·+9 outlets · 60% center
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Politics03:15 · 1h ago

What Happened Behind Closed Doors on October 7? A Late-Night Debate Over the Failure

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Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
The story · English

An Israeli TV segment on Channel 14 revisited the failures of October 7 and asked whether the disaster was only the result of a military intelligence “concept” or part of a deeper pattern in which senior security officials effectively run the country over the heads of elected leaders.

The discussion was hosted by Ariel Eidan and featured Erez Tadmor, author of the book “Revolt of the Generals.” The program focused on what top officials knew on the critical night, why they chose not to update the political leadership, and who was actually making the decisions at the most important moments.

The segment did not present new documented revelations from the night itself, but framed the issue as a live dispute over command responsibility and the balance of power between the security establishment and the elected government after the Hamas massacre of October 7.

Read the original at Now 14