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Economy·3m ago

Sam Altman Moves Advertising Into ChatGPT

OpenAI has begun a closed ad pilot inside ChatGPT in several countries, including work with Dentsu Israel and brands such as Nice and GlassesUSA. The company is targeting free and GO users with contextual banners and moving toward a CPA-based model as it builds a new AI advertising market.

Globes
General·10m ago

Kan 11 Reporter Slams State Prosecutor Over His Haifa Speech

Kan 11 court reporter Shelly Tapiero attacked State Prosecutor Amit Isman on Thursday after his speech at a law conference at the University of Haifa. Isman warned about growing pressure on law-enforcement authorities and urged restraint, while Tapiero mocked his remarks as detached from reality.

Srugim
Politics·14m ago

Tel Aviv Court Again Rejects Restrictions on Netanyahu Aide Jonathan Urich

The Tel Aviv District Court again refused to restrict Jonathan Urich, allowing him to keep working in the Prime Minister’s Office and stay in contact with Benjamin Netanyahu. The judge sharply criticized the prosecution’s request in the classified-documents leak case, where Urich faces serious charges related to secret information. This is the second time in weeks that a similar bid to bar him has been rejected.

Kikar HaShabbat·+2 outlets · 100% right-leaning
Culture·21m ago

Thousands Attend Unity Celebration for Rabbi Shalom Ifergan in Netivot

Thousands attended the main memorial event for Rabbi Shalom Ifergan, known as Baba Shalom, on Wednesday night, led by his grandson, Rabbi Netanel Shiriki. The ceremony in Israel drew rabbis, ministers, lawmakers and public figures, and emphasized unity and prayers for IDF soldiers and security forces.

Srugim
Security·22m ago

Katz Says Pressure on Iran Must Continue After Current Gains

Defense Minister Israel Katz said Israel should not settle for its current achievements against Iran. Speaking at a Defense Ministry conference, he warned that money reaching Iran could be diverted to Hezbollah, Hamas, the Houthis and other proxies.

Ynet
General·23m ago

Truck Driver Charged in Fatal Fuel Station Killing of 81-Year-Old Worker

Michael Ben Shimon Cohen, a 55-year-old truck driver from Haifa, was indicted for causing the death of 81-year-old Gabriel Kamin at a gas station near Nir Banim on June 5. Police say an argument escalated, Cohen drove off, and the truck hit Kamin, who died at the scene. Kamin’s daughter says the family is still coping with the killing and questions the station’s and company’s responsibility.

N12·+2 outlets · 100% center
Sports·24m ago

Israel Volleyball Team Prepares for Historic European League Semifinal

Israel’s volleyball national team is preparing for a European Volleyball League semifinal against the Netherlands in a two-leg series. The article also says a logistics operation is underway with the CEV, and that the reserve team is heading to the European Championship.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
World·25m ago

Venezuela Earthquakes Kill at Least 164, With Thousands More Feared

Two powerful earthquakes in Venezuela have killed at least 164 people and injured 971, with officials warning the toll could rise sharply. Rescue teams are searching collapsed buildings and hotels, while the United States has offered immediate humanitarian aid.

Now 14·+4 outlets · 75% center
Sports·26m ago

Hapoel Rishon LeZion in advanced talks to sign Ezekiel Henty

Hapoel Rishon LeZion is in advanced talks to sign Nigerian striker Ezekiel Henty as part of a major promotion push. The club has also finalized deals with two more players and is negotiating with several others while keeping Eligijus Jankauskas.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·26m ago

Ronen Tzur Slams Democrats Leadership After Abrupt Primary Exit

Ronen Tzur quit the Democrats’ primaries and then accused chairman Yair Golan and the party leadership of becoming more extreme and intolerant of dissent. He specifically cited the SMS scandal involving Nimrod Sheffer and said Golan failed to condemn it forcefully.

Now 14·+6 outlets · 57% center
Security·27m ago

Katz Says Israel Aims to Develop Offensive Strike Capability From Space

Defense Minister Israel Katz told a security conference in Jerusalem that Israel will expand its defense budget by 350 billion shekels over the next decade. He said the strategic goal is to develop a first-of-its-kind offensive strike capability from space, alongside continued pressure on Iran’s financing network.

Srugim
General·30m ago

Motorcyclist Killed on Ayalon Highway in Second Fatal Crash at Same Spot This Week

A motorcyclist about 50 was killed Thursday after being hit by a car on the Ayalon Highway near the Hashalom Interchange. It was the second fatal motorcycle crash at the same spot this week. The article also reports two other serious road accidents Thursday, one on Route 40 and one involving an electric bicycle on Route 444.

Channel 13·+1 outlet · 50% center
Sports·30m ago

Jonathan Kapitolnik Returns to Compete in Israel, Targets European Championship

Jonathan Kapitolnik is back in Israel for Thursday night’s Jerusalem Grand Slam, his first home competition since moving to the University of Illinois. After an early injury setback in the U.S., the 23-year-old high jumper says he learned he is “a fighter” and that the European Championship is his main goal.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Security·33m ago

Iran Recruiting Young Citizens to Fill Hezbollah's Ranks

Iran is recruiting young locals in Tehran to join Hezbollah in Lebanon, offering $1,000 a month and training in Iran, Syria, and Lebanon. Israeli intelligence says the move reflects Hezbollah’s severe manpower losses and expects Iranian recruits could join within months.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
World·33m ago

Iranian Navy Recording Exposes Tension Behind Hormuz Negotiations

A leaked Iranian naval recording from the Strait of Hormuz shows Tehran warning ships that transit requires its approval, despite U.S. claims of progress in talks. The article says the message contradicts Donald Trump’s account of Iranian assurances and underscores the gap between diplomacy and maritime enforcement.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·36m ago

Israeli Local Leaders Press for More Powers and Closer Cooperation

At MUNI EXPO 2026, Israeli local leaders called for more powers for municipalities and stronger cooperation with the central government. They said local authorities have proven, in both crises and everyday life, that they can deliver better services to residents.

Arutz Sheva
Politics·37m ago

IDF Central Command issues sweeping administrative restrictions against settler activists

Central Command chief Avi Blot has issued administrative restriction orders against several right-wing activists in Judea and Samaria, including full house arrest for months. Those affected, among them newly engaged men, say the orders are blocking wedding preparations and amount to punishment without due process.

Arutz Sheva·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Sports·37m ago

Milan signs Alec Peters as EuroLeague teams plan for 2026-27

Milan officially signed Alec Peters to a two-year deal with a third-year option. The forward leaves Olympiacos after four seasons, and his move may affect the race for Bonzie Colson, whom both Maccabi Tel Aviv and Olympiacos want.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Culture·38m ago

Sale-Season Picks: Seven Fashion and Beauty Finds Worth Noting

The article rounds up seven fashion, beauty, and fragrance products now in sale or newly launched, with prices and purchase locations. Items include H&M, Grecian Sandals, Maybelline, Moschino, Ronen Chen, Clinique, and Dermalogica. Some are discounted or in limited-time pop-up sales.

Walla
Health·40m ago

Study Finds Urban Rodents Rapidly Outsmart Poison and Traps

Rutgers researchers say urban mice and rats are rapidly adapting to survive pest control in major U.S. cities. About 70% of house mice now resist common poisons, while rats are learning to evade traps, prompting calls for nonchemical control methods.

Now 14
Economy·41m ago

Enlight Raises $2.6 Billion to Build Major Arizona Solar and Storage Project

Enlight said it has raised $2.6 billion to build the CO Bar solar and storage complex in Arizona. The project will have 1.2 gigawatts of generation and 4 gigawatt-hours of storage, and is expected to earn $255 million in its first full year. The deal was financed by seven international lenders and comes as U.S. solar developers rush ahead of a 2026 tax-credit deadline.

Globes
Security·42m ago

Indictment Filed Against One of the Jewish Rioters in Huwara

Israel filed an indictment Thursday against Uriya Cohen over a violent incident in Huwara linked to a claimed sheep theft. Prosecutors say he and others armed themselves, threatened Palestinians, fired shots, and helped cover up the scene, while the IDF later said the sheep had simply escaped.

Kan News
Security·44m ago

Jerusalem babysitter held over suspected abuse of toddlers

Jerusalem police are investigating a 49-year-old private caregiver from Har Homa over suspected abuse of two toddlers in her care. She was arrested on Wednesday night, and a Jerusalem court extended her detention until Monday after photos of injuries were shown.

Behadrei Haredim·+6 outlets · 57% right-leaning
Politics·44m ago

Mamdani Backed Primary Winners Deepen Jewish Anxiety in New York

Three congressional candidates backed by Zohran Mamdani won Democratic primaries in New York, alarming many in the city's Jewish community. The results, including a win by Jewish candidate Brad Lander, are seen as a sign of deepening divisions in the Democratic Party over Israel and Gaza.

Walla·+7 outlets · 63% center
World·46m ago

El Al Suspends Tel Aviv-Moscow Flights Amid Drone Threats

El Al has suspended its Tel Aviv-Moscow flights because of Ukrainian drone attacks and the resulting risks in Russian airspace. The airline will review the situation next week before deciding whether to restart service.

Behadrei Haredim·+10 outlets · 67% center
Politics·46m ago

Gaza Activists Plan Rare Anti-Hamas Protests Despite Death Threats

Activists in Gaza plan rare anti-Hamas protests on Friday under the name “The June 26 Revolution.” They say Hamas and allied clan leaders are threatening them with death, while Hamas claims it has arrested alleged Israeli collaborators and may execute some of them.

Behadrei Haredim·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Security·47m ago

Three Fast-Food Workers Arrested After Allegedly Reserving Spit-Tampered Meal for Customer

Police in Union, South Carolina arrested three fast-food workers after they allegedly served a customer food retrieved from a trash can and contaminated with spit. The woman learned the truth from an employee’s phone call, filed a complaint, and the company confirmed disciplinary action before the arrests.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 50% center
General·48m ago

Is It Permissible to Study for a Test on Shabbat?

Rabbi Aharon Botbol discusses when studying for a weekday test is allowed on Shabbat and says it is permitted only if weekday preparation was insufficient. He also says painful stories should generally be avoided on Shabbat, though family members should listen respectfully and preserve the day's spirit.

Behadrei Haredim
Culture·51m ago

Balaam, Moses, and the Meaning of God’s Name

A Torah essay on Parashat Balak says Balaam’s prophecy rose from Elohim to Hashem, revealing the secret of Israel’s election. It links that shift to the Exodus and to Israel’s role as a kingdom of priests meant to illuminate the world.

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World09:40 · 1h ago

El Al Suspends Tel Aviv-Moscow Flights After Drone Attacks Disrupt Russian Airspace

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El Al said it is suspending its Tel Aviv-Moscow service for the coming days because of recent developments in the Russia-Ukraine war and recent aviation incidents in the region. The decision comes after a wave of large drone attacks around Moscow that has repeatedly forced shutdowns at the Russian capital’s major airports.

In a statement, the airline said, "Due to the developments between Russia and Ukraine and the recent aviation events in the area, El Al is forced to suspend its activity on the Tel Aviv-Moscow route for the coming days." It added that a new situation assessment will be carried out next week, and only then will the company decide whether to resume flights on the route.

El Al said passengers will be updated and will be able to choose among alternative options in accordance with the law. The article notes that over the past few weeks, Ukraine has carried out a series of drone attacks in the Moscow area, causing repeated disruptions to all of the city’s main airports.

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