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Politics·2m ago

State Prosecutor Warns of Serious Risks to Law Enforcement

State Prosecutor Amit Isman warned at a University of Haifa legal conference that Israel's law enforcement system faces corruption, sensitive probes, technology changes and social polarization. He said criticism is legitimate but not delegitimization, and voiced concern over a bill to remove Mahash from the State Attorney's Office.

Srugim·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Culture·5m ago

Daf Yomi Lesson for Chullin 56 Available in Three Languages

Rabbi Naftali Wasserman’s Daf Yomi lesson on Chullin 56 is presented in a 10-minute format. The Thursday class is available in Hebrew, Yiddish, and English on Kikar HaShabbat. The post is dated June 24, 2026, and refers to 10 Tammuz.

Kikar HaShabbat
Sports·7m ago

Brazil Cruise, Canada Lose but Advance in a Busy World Cup Night

Brazil, Switzerland, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Morocco, Mexico and South Africa featured in six World Cup 2026 matches overnight Wednesday to Thursday. Canada still advanced despite losing, while Qatar was eliminated and South Africa caused the night’s biggest upset.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Security·7m ago

Widow of fallen tank commander mourns his crew in emotional Facebook post

Ariel, the widow of Lt. Col. Dor Gedalia Ben Shimchon, posted a moving tribute to the tank crew killed with him in the tank disaster. She thanked the soldiers for protecting her husband, named them, and said she initially considered delaying his funeral until learning none survived.

Arutz Sheva
Sports·10m ago

Iran asks FIFA to ban Pride symbols at World Cup match against Egypt

Iran has asked FIFA to prohibit Pride symbols and related activities at its June 26 World Cup match against Egypt in Seattle. The request follows Seattle organizers’ “Pride Match” plans and comes amid wider friction between Iran and FIFA over travel restrictions and tournament treatment.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
World·13m ago

Venezuela’s twin earthquake disaster leaves thousands feared dead, with 6,600 reported missing

Venezuela is reeling after two major earthquakes near Caracas killed at least 32 people in early official figures, with more than 6,600 missing and fears the toll could rise sharply. Buildings collapsed across the capital, the main airport was damaged, and multiple countries, including the United States and Israel, offered or prepared aid.

Ynet·+4 outlets · 75% center
Economy·13m ago

Last Land Parcels in a Prime Jerusalem Area Offered for Shekel 350,000

Last land units in Jerusalem’s Nofei Hadassah project are being offered from 350,000 shekels. The project is in southwest Jerusalem near Hadassah Ein Kerem and is described as a rare private land investment opportunity in a market with scarce buildable land. The land is not available for construction.

Kikar HaShabbat
General·18m ago

Ben Gurion Airport Set for Record Passenger Day Since Operation Rising Lion

Ben Gurion Airport is set to handle more than 75,000 passengers on Thursday, its highest daily traffic since Operation Rising Lion began. The Airports Authority expects over 2 million travelers in July, and Terminal 1 will reopen for domestic flights on June 28 and international flights on July 1, 2026.

Kikar HaShabbat·+2 outlets · 100% right-leaning
General·19m ago

Court Upholds Will Concealed from Creditors, Leaving Heirs Empty-Handed

A Tel Aviv Family Court upheld a will leaving a woman’s entire estate to her daughter-in-law, rejecting claims that the will had been revoked or was only a sham to hide assets from creditors. The siblings, who faced lawsuits from a foreign bank for tens of millions of euros, were also ordered to pay nearly NIS 600,000 in costs.

Globes
World·22m ago

Iran warns ships must coordinate passage through the Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards warned that ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz without coordinating with Tehran are acting dangerously and unlawfully. They said vessels must contact them on Channel 16 and that enforcement action will be taken against violators.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 50% center
General·22m ago

Worker Killed After Falling at Construction Site in Tirat Carmel

A 42-year-old worker was killed this morning after falling from a height at a construction site on Keren HaYesod Street in Tirat Carmel. Magen David Adom crews tried to resuscitate him but pronounced him dead at the scene because of severe head trauma.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 50% center
Politics·23m ago

Netanyahu Tells Defamation Trial Lawyer, “You’re Not Threatening Me”

Benjamin Netanyahu appeared at the Tel Aviv District Court to continue testimony in his defamation suit over 2024 reports about his medical condition. During cross-examination, he said he had only “glanced through” the case material and told the lawyer, “You’re not threatening me.”

Ynet·+2 outlets · 67% center
Economy·29m ago

Israel Competition Trial Puts Victor's CEO and Grocery Pricing Practices on Trial

Israel’s Competition Authority has begun a major trial in Tel Aviv over alleged coordination to raise food prices. The defendants include Victor’s owner Eyal Raviv and several grocery chains, while prosecutors and defense lawyers clash over whether public remarks and supplier talks can be criminal.

Walla
Sports·30m ago

Fenerbahce Arranges Three New Deals in One Night, Led by Shane Larkin

Fenerbahce reportedly completed three signings in about an hour as it builds for a new EuroLeague title push. Shane Larkin is set to join from Anadolu Efes after turning down Red Star and a lucrative Dubai offer, while Shavon Shields and Brockton Key also agreed to terms.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Culture·32m ago

Satmar Wedding Draws Thousands as Rebbe Dances With Guests From Abroad

Thousands attended the wedding of Rabbi Chaim Shlomo Fisher’s daughter in Kiryat Yoel, where the Satmar Rebbe officiated, blessed the seven blessings, and danced. The roundup also reports that the Vishnitz London Rebbe underwent a medical procedure in Manhattan and was asked to be prayed for.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·33m ago

Ben Gvir Plans Unusual Public Endorsements in Likud Primary Race

People close to Itamar Ben Gvir plan to publicly support right-wing candidates in Likud’s primaries, according to Army Radio. The effort would target figures including Tali Gottlieb, Israel Katz and May Golan to shape the party’s future Knesset list.

Srugim
Politics·34m ago

ICC judges sue Trump administration over sanctions they call unlawful

Three ICC judges have sued Donald Trump and senior U.S. officials in Manhattan, challenging last year’s sanctions as unlawful. They say the penalties were meant to punish them over judicial decisions and have crippled both their private lives and the court’s work.

Walla
Politics·35m ago

Kish Rejects Pressure Campaign and Keeps Gender Review in Education System

Education Minister Yoav Kisch is continuing a broad review of gender-related content in Israel’s schools despite growing public pressure and criticism. Supporters say the move is a professional examination of sensitive issues, while opponents see an attempt to target experts and deter dissent.

Now 14
World·37m ago

Israel Prepares Aid Mission to Earthquake-Hit Venezuela

Israel’s Foreign Ministry is considering sending an aid delegation to Venezuela after severe earthquakes there. The step comes despite the lack of diplomatic relations and is seen as a possible opening for future ties.

Ynet
Health·37m ago

Whistleblowers Say Surgeons Left Patients Unattended During Operations at Illinois Hospital

Three former surgical-services managers at OSF Saint Anthony in Rockford, Illinois, have sued the hospital, alleging dangerous operating-room conduct and retaliation after they reported safety problems. The complaint says surgeons left anesthetized patients unattended, a surgeon fell asleep during an operation, and hospital leaders ignored repeated warnings. The hospital has not responded publicly, and the allegations remain unproven.

Now 14
General·38m ago

Ram Lands' Channel 16 Names New On-Air Talent and Sets Launch Date

Channel 16, backed by Itzik Haddad, announced Zvika Hadar, Maor Zaguri, and Yaakov Eilon as key on-air hires. The channel will launch its main news broadcast on 28 June 2026, then begin a 21-day soft launch before full trial broadcasts on 19 July 2026. It will start on Cellcom TV and online, and plans a public participation model and possible public offering.

Globes·+1 outlet
Security·39m ago

Central Command chief issues unusual administrative restrictions on settlers

Central Command head Avi Blot has issued a series of unusually harsh administrative restriction orders against settlement activists, including married fathers, a yeshiva student, and newly engaged men. The orders impose months of full house arrest and daily police reporting, drawing accusations of punitive and inhumane treatment; the IDF says the measures are based on Shin Bet intelligence and are subject to review.

Now 14
Economy·39m ago

How a Small Monthly Investment Could Grow Into a Meaningful Nest Egg for Children

The article urges parents to start saving regularly for their children’s future, arguing that even 180 shekels a month can grow to about 118,000 shekels in 21 years. It promotes Hachshara Insurance’s “Best Kids” savings policy, which offers multiple investment tracks, flexible deposits, and a minimum monthly contribution of 180 shekels.

Kikar HaShabbat
Sports·42m ago

NFL Star Terrion Arnold Arrested in Tampa Armed Robbery and Kidnapping Probe

Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold was arrested in Florida after surrendering to authorities in a Tampa armed robbery and kidnapping investigation. Prosecutors say he planned a February 4 revenge attack after reporting a theft from his Airbnb, while his lawyers deny all allegations.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 50% center
Culture·42m ago

Noga Banai releases debut EP with five original songs

Noga Banai, daughter of the late Meir Banai, has released her first EP, a five-song set of original material. The project includes contributions from family members Eviatar Banai and Shmuel Banai, producer Tamir Muskat, and musician Dudu Tassa.

Walla·+3 outlets · 100% center
Politics·43m ago

Pro-Giving-Conscription Groups Threaten to Block Bnei Brak After Mass Haredi Protest

A day after a mass Haredi car protest against arrests of Torah students, Ayelet HaShachar Seydof of Mothers on the Front threatened to block Bnei Brak before Shabbat. The article says the protest was coordinated with police, drew wide Haredi support, and ended with two arrests after a gun was pulled on demonstrators.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 50% center
General·43m ago

Elon Musk Quietly Built a Private Property Cluster Near Austin

Elon Musk has built a private housing cluster in West Lake Hills, Texas, using companies linked to him to buy at least three large homes. The purchases fit a broader pattern of unusual property holdings in Texas and California, despite Musk’s public claim that he would own no house.

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Culture06:23 · 1h ago

Onami Marks 27 Years With 27-Shekel Dishes and a Busy Week of Food Specials

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Japanese restaurant Onami is celebrating 27 years throughout July with a special menu of Japanese tapas and drinks priced at 27 shekels. From 5 p.m. each day, the Tel Aviv restaurant will serve items including Shiro Saka Kawa temaki, a cone with mixed white fish, gunkan salmon mix, inari special with white fish mix, and new dishes by chef Roi Sofer such as mini fish ramen, black garlic miso eggplant, and crispy tamari.

Elsewhere in the food scene, Tena is launching a July series called “Women Pouring Summer,” bringing seven women from the wine and culinary worlds to host tastings and pairings with wines from Ramat HaGolan and Galilee Heights wineries. Guests include food journalist Osnat Guetta, mixologist Shahar Kreisler, journalist Merav Sarig, restaurateur and Nanachochka founder Nana Shrier, wine blogger Shalhe Pardes, sommelier Shira Granot, and chef-journalist Maya Daran, appearing on selected dates in Tel Aviv and Ra’anana.

Mimi is marking 10 years with a limited-edition pastry collection available June 25 to 27, featuring 10 pastries dedicated to cities around the world, including Paris, Sorrento, Vienna, Naples, New York and Provence. Paris Texas has joined the skewer trend with a new menu at its flagship Givatayim branch only, offering skewers such as entrecote, sirloin, wagyu, kebab, chicken thighs, churros and hearts, served with salads and chips.

Salon Greek has unveiled a summer menu inspired by Greek islands, with new salads, raw fish dishes and pasta, while keeping its Dinner & Party format with Greek performers. Nura in the Jerusalem hills has launched a new summer menu and a 98-shekel business lunch, and chef Tomás Yul will appear for a one-day pop-up at Barberini in Ashdod on Friday, June 26, from 12:00 to 17:00. The week also includes Caesar’s Beach Friday “Greek Fridays” in Caesarea and a beer festival in Modi’in celebrating the city’s 30th anniversary.

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