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Spain Advances US Extradition Request for Millionaire Accused of Hamas Funding
Spain's government has advanced a US extradition request for American millionaire James "Fargie" "Chambers", who is accused of money laundering and funding Hamas. Chambers denies…
Fox Group Exits American Eagle's European Operations After $8 Million Loss
Israeli company Fox Group is selling its 49% stake in American Eagle's European operations for $2 million after incurring significant losses. The venture, established in 2022, fai…
Lorenzo Brown's Wife Confirms Move to Hapoel Jerusalem Basketball Club
Lorenzo Brown's wife confirmed his upcoming signing with Hapoel Jerusalem basketball club via social media. The American guard, formerly of Maccabi Tel Aviv, is expected to sign a…
Argentine President Milei Receives 'Israel Lover' Award in NYC
Argentine President Javier Milei visited a New York yeshiva, received an award for his support of Israel, and was scheduled to address the UN General Assembly. He is also set to m…
Noa Kirel's Spanish-Language Telenovela 'Mírame Así' Set for Amazon Prime Release
Israeli singer Noa Kirel stars in the Spanish-language musical telenovela "Mírame Así," filmed in Argentina. The series will premiere on Amazon Prime Video in Latin America on Oct…
Trump Downplays UK Sanctions on Israeli Settlements, Angering Jerusalem
The US has refrained from imposing sanctions on Israeli settlements, despite a UK-led initiative joined by eleven other Western nations. President Trump expressed unfamiliarity wi…
Israeli Tech Firm RealSense Sells for $600 Million, Making Most Employees Millionaires
Israeli tech company RealSense, a leader in "Physical AI" technology, has been acquired by U.S. firm Cognex for $600 million. The deal is set to make most of its employees million…
Nissan X-Trail Debuts New Hybrid Powertrain and Design in US
Nissan has launched the fifth-generation X-Trail (Rogue in the US) with a redesigned exterior and interior, featuring an exclusive hybrid powertrain for the American market. The v…
NBA Season Approaches With Unpredictable Championship Race
The upcoming NBA season is anticipated to be highly competitive, with eight different champions in the last eight years showcasing league parity. The league features a growing int…
Israeli Activist Yoseph Haddad Receives Death Threats Linked to Iran
Israeli activist and political candidate Yoseph Haddad received explicit death threats via email, believed to be from Iran, following his placement on an Iranian intelligence list…
Israeli Professor and International Team Win Prestigious Astronomy Prize
Professor Adi Citrin and his international JWST UNCOVER team have won the 2027 Lancelot M. Berkeley-New York Community Trust Prize for Meritorious Work in Astronomy for their use…
Newton Parents Protest Hiring of Teacher with Alleged Hamas Ties
Jewish parents in Newton, Massachusetts, protested the hiring of a new teacher, Maryam Abu-Hasaballah, due to her academic work that allegedly downplayed the October 7 Hamas attac…
Looksmaxxing Influencer Clavicular Charged With Rape After Israel Visit
American social media influencer Braden Eric Peters, "Clavicular," has been charged in Massachusetts with rape and related offenses following an alleged incident involving a minor…
Hapoel Be'er Sheva-Dimona Basketball Signs G-League Guard A.J. Walker
Hapoel Be'er Sheva-Dimona basketball club has signed American guard A.J. Walker from the G League. Walker, who has prior NBA and international experience, is expected to join the…
Coca-Cola to Host Major Diner Event in Tel Aviv Featuring Top Chefs and Musicians
Coca-Cola is hosting a large diner event in Tel Aviv from September 29 to October 2, featuring prominent Israeli chefs and musicians. The event will offer unique takes on American…
Argentina Charges Iran, Hezbollah Suspects in 1994 AMIA Bombing
An Argentine judge has formally charged eight individuals, including seven Iranians and one Lebanese Hezbollah operative, in connection with the 1994 bombing of the AMIA Jewish co…
Soviet Jewry Movement Leaders Enid-Esther and Stuart Wortsman Honored
Enid-Esther and Stuart Wortsman, key leaders of the Union of Councils for Soviet Jewry, are being honored for their pivotal role in the decades-long struggle for Soviet Jewry's fr…
NYT Lists Palestinian, Jewish Restaurants Among America's Best
The New York Times' 2026 list of America's 50 best restaurants features Albi, a Palestinian restaurant in Washington D.C., and Jacaranda, a Jewish-run establishment in Hollywood…
US Public Opinion Shifts Against Israel, Poll Shows
A new poll reveals a significant decline in American support for Israel as a US ally, with a growing number viewing it as an adversary. The shift is particularly evident among you…
Polls Show Declining US Support for Trump, Israel Ahead of Midterms
Recent polls by CNN and NBC indicate declining American support for President Trump and Israel, with a majority opposing military action against Iran. The polls also show a rise i…
North Carolina Man Arrested for Sending Anti-Semitic Death Threat Letters
Federal authorities arrested Brian Charles in North Carolina for allegedly sending anti-Semitic letters containing death threats to Jewish institutions and individuals in Florida…
Trump Seeks US-Iran Meeting Amid Tensions
U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly seeking a meeting between American and Iranian officials to pursue a diplomatic solution, despite issuing threats against Iran. While a d…
Opinion: Citizen Action Matters Even Without Direct Impact
An opinion piece argues that citizen activism, like signing petitions, is valuable for building a responsive public, even if individual actions don't directly cause outcomes. The…
Teen Survivor of Terror Attack Urges Action Beyond Retribution
Yoav Shkaron, 16, survived a terror attack that killed his father, Natanel Shkaron, near a spring in the Benjamin region. The teen urged Prime Minister Netanyahu for actions that…
Trump's UN Speech Linked 9/11, Oct 7; Issued Ultimatum to Iran
President Donald Trump's UN speech linked the 9/11 and October 7th attacks, issued an ultimatum to Iran offering a deal or "swift destruction," and signaled US resolve to China am…
Spain Allows Extradition of Pro-Palestinian Millionaire Suspected of Hamas Funding to US
Spain's government has allowed the extradition process of American millionaire James "Fergie" Chambers to the U.S. to proceed, despite internal opposition. Chambers, who faces U.S…
Trump Vows to Prevent Iran Nuclear Weapon at UN
U.S. President Donald Trump addressed the UN General Assembly, vowing to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons and labeling the nation the leading sponsor of terror. He high…
Slain Israeli Father Saved Son in Terror Attack, Brother Recounts
Natanel Shukron, a father of six, was killed in a West Bank shooting attack on the eve of Yom Kippur. His son survived due to his father's quick thinking. The terrorist, a Hamas o…
Hapoel Holon Signs Skylar Pikes as Naturalized Israeli Guard
Hapoel Holon has signed American guard Skylar Pikes, who will be eligible to play as a naturalized Israeli after completing the naturalization process. He can immediately play in…
Hapoel Holon Signs Skylar Pikes as New Guard
Hapoel Holon has signed 27-year-old American guard Skylar Pikes, who will be eligible to play as a naturalized Israeli. The team is still looking for another foreign guard.
Iran's Digital Propaganda Revolution and US Strait of Hormuz Claims Questioned
International media reports question US claims of controlling the Strait of Hormuz amid Iranian tensions and highlight Iran's advanced digital propaganda tactics. Additionally, a…
World Leaders Gather at UN General Assembly Amid Mideast Tensions
World leaders are gathering for the 81st UN General Assembly in New York to discuss Middle East tensions and Iran. Key figures including Presidents Trump and Raisi, and Prime Mini…
Palestinian Activist Accuses Israel of Genocide at Yom Kippur Event in NYC
Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil accused Israel of committing genocide at a Yom Kippur memorial prayer ceremony in New York City, organized by left-wing Jewish groups. He conde…
Friend Remembers Nati Sakron as Guiding Light After His Passing
Shmulik Israel wrote a tribute to his late friend Nati Sakron, remembering their 30-year friendship marked by Torah study, military service, and family life. Sakron is described a…
Singapore Airlines Named World's Best Carrier in Skytrax 2026 Awards
Singapore Airlines was named the world's best airline at the Skytrax 2026 awards, also winning for best economy class. Ride-hailing service Gett expanded its international operati…
Israeli Courts Grapple With International Wills and Foreign Property
Israeli courts are increasingly handling cases involving wills made by individuals who died abroad with assets in Israel, requiring analysis of foreign inheritance laws. Different…
US Aims to Cripple Iran's Nuclear Program Long-Term, Says Vance
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance stated the administration's goal is to permanently cripple Iran's nuclear program infrastructure, preventing rebuilding for years. He assessed Iran…
New York Mayor Calls for Netanyahu Arrest Warrant Execution
New York City Mayor Eric Adams called for the execution of the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, labeling him a "war cri…
US Prepares Sweeping Sanctions Against International Criminal Court
The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to impose broad sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), potentially cutting it off from global finance. This move esc…
US Reform Rabbi Warns Israel Hatred Corrupts American Values
Rabbi Ammiel Hirsch, a leading US Reform rabbi, warned in his Yom Kippur sermon that "unhinged and obsessive loathing of Israel" is corrupting American values and urged Jews to su…
Scientists Determine T. Rex Body Temperature, Unravel Ancient Scrolls, Decode Animal Communication
Scientists have estimated the body temperature of a Tyrannosaurus rex to be around 36 degrees Celsius, comparable to humans. Separately, researchers developed a method using X-ray…
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Warns of Radical War Changes Amid New Threats
Iran's Revolutionary Guard spokesperson warned that any new aggression would result in drastic changes to warfare tactics and weaponry, including the use of surprising new arms. H…
Palestinian Film 'In Our Father's Country' Earns Acclaim at Toronto Festival
The Palestinian film 'In Our Father's Country' by director Muayad Alayan premiered to a positive reception at the Toronto International Film Festival after its debut at the Venice…
US Warns Citizens of Escalating Middle East Tensions, Urges Vigilance
The U.S. State Department has issued a warning to American citizens in the Middle East about the risk of sudden escalation due to regional tensions, particularly involving Iran-ba…
Israel News Outlet Pauses Updates for Yom Kippur
Israel National News is pausing its news updates in Israel for Yom Kippur. Its North America desk will continue reporting until the holiday begins in New York.
US Millionaire Accused of Hamas Funding Fights Extradition from Spain
American millionaire James "Fergie" Chansley is fighting extradition from Spain to the U.S. on charges of laundering $7.5 million to fund Hamas. He claims political persecution an…
Hamas Threatens US Bases in Response to Gaza War
Hamas has threatened to attack U.S. bases in response to American support for Israel's operations in Gaza. The militant group warned that continued U.S. involvement makes its inte…
Ed Sheeran Calls Oct. 7 "Horrific," Gaza Situation "Unjustified"
Singer Ed Sheeran called the October 7th attack "horrific" and the Gaza situation "unjustified" during a Philadelphia concert. This followed the removal of rapper Macklemore from…