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Yaakov Buzaglo Defies Critics, Vows to Speak Out on Political Views

Former footballer Yaakov Buzaglo stated he will not be silenced by criticism of his "proud leftist" political views. He described online attacks as shaming and disappointing, whil…

Sports1h ago·2 outlets

Hapoel Haifa to Honor October 7 Victims

Hapoel Haifa Football Club will hold a memorial ceremony on Saturday before their match against Maccabi Petah Tikva to honor victims of the October 7th attacks and subsequent conf…

Security1h ago

Palestinian Prisoner Visits Canceled Amid Ongoing Restrictions

Palestinian prisoner visits were canceled on Thursday, October 10, 2024, preventing lawyers from meeting detainees. The cancellations are part of ongoing restrictions since Octobe…

Security1h ago

Ancient Practices of Shepherding and Farming Crucial for Israeli Land Security

An article examines the historical and strategic importance of farming and shepherding in Israel, tracing their roots from biblical times to modern settlements. It discusses rabbi…

Politics2h ago

Israel Was Close to Appointing Ultra-Orthodox Judge to Supreme Court

Yosef Weitzman, Deputy Head of the Israel Bar Association, revealed that Israel's Supreme Court was close to appointing an ultra-Orthodox judge six years ago. The initiative, supp…

Security2h ago

France Charges Individuals in Hamas Crypto Fundraising Probe

French authorities have charged five individuals, including Faouzi Barika and Amel Oualid, with financing Hamas, following a US Treasury designation of individuals and entities in…

Sports2h ago

Ex-Footballer Tal Ben Haim Regrets Not Serving as Elite Combat Soldier

Former Israeli footballer Tal Ben Haim shared his regret over not serving in an elite IDF combat unit, a feeling heightened by the October 7th attacks. He described his own milita…

Security2h ago

Nova Survivor Finds Path to Recovery After Trauma and Addiction

Or Yachbas, a survivor of the Nova music festival massacre, has detailed his struggle with PTSD and addiction following the October 7th attacks. After losing seven friends, he dev…

Security2h ago

Western Negev Municipalities Form Regional Security and Emergency Forum

Municipalities in Israel's Western Negev region have established a new security and emergency management forum to improve inter-municipal cooperation and preparedness. The forum a…

Security2h ago

Israel Fears Fan Ban for Hapoel Be'er Sheva is Dangerous Precedent

Dutch authorities have banned Hapoel Be'er Sheva fans from attending an away match due to security concerns, a decision Israel views as a dangerous precedent. Israeli officials ar…

Security2h ago

Israel's National Football Teams Remain Barred From Hosting Home Games Abroad

Israeli national football teams have been unable to host international matches in Israel for three years due to security concerns following the October 7th attacks. Hopes for a re…

Sports3h ago·2 outlets

Hapoel Petah Tikva Seeks New Owner as Fan Association Explores Sale

Hapoel Petah Tikva is searching for a new owner or investor to advance the club, as decided by the fan association "HaKchula." The team has seen significant development in recent…

Sports3h ago

Eyal Berkovich Offers to Coach Israel National Team for Free

Former Israeli football star Eyal Berkovich offered to coach the national team for free, naming Shlomo Sharf and Giora Spiegel as his desired assistants. Berkovich acknowledged th…

General3h ago

Strangers Form Lifelong Bond After Harrowing Escape from Nova Festival

Three strangers, Omer Leshem, Ronald Rosenfeld, and Daniel Yechiel, formed a deep bond after escaping the Nova music festival together on October 7th. They met when Omer entered t…

General3h ago

Nova Party Survivors Forge Lifelong Bond After Harrowing Escape

Two strangers, Noa Levi and Shai Shemesh, met during the October 7th Nova music festival massacre and escaped together, forming a deep friendship. After fleeing the attack separat…

Culture3h ago·2 outlets

Nova Festival Victims' Family Recipes Preserve Memories

A project by the Nova Community Tribe Association is honoring victims of the October 7th Nova festival massacre by sharing their cherished family recipes. The initiative aims to p…

Economy4h ago

Real Estate Head Debunks Unsold Housing Claims, Cites Rising Costs

Nehama Bogin, chairwoman of the Land Appraisers Association, dismissed claims of 85,000 unsold apartments as an "urban legend," stating only 15,000 are completed. She highlighted…

Economy4h ago

Ex-Israel Goalkeeper Ariel Harush Ventures into Finance

Former Israeli national team goalkeeper Ariel Harush has entered the capital markets with a new hedge fund, "Equity Veil," co-founded with trader Ben Wasserman. Harush was motivat…

Politics4h ago

Arab Leaders Demand Probe into Bar-Ilan Lecturer Case Amid Rising Racism

Arab Israeli leaders demanded a full investigation into a Bar-Ilan University lecturer accused of plotting attacks against Arab citizens, citing rising racist incitement. The Foll…

World4h ago

Israel Marks Three Years Since Oct. 7 With Mourning and Protests

Israel marked three years since the October 7th massacre with nationwide memorials and protests starting at 6:29 a.m. Families of victims and survivors gathered at key sites like…

Sports5h ago

Lior Assoulin's Ex-Wife Speaks on Grief, Lack of Football World Support

Moran Assoulin, the former wife of slain footballer Lior Assoulin, spoke about the enduring pain three years after his murder at the Nova festival. She noted a lack of continued s…

Sports5h ago

Chaim Revivo Calls Israel's Nations League Campaign a "Failure and Humiliation"

Former Israeli football star Chaim Revivo described the national team's Nations League campaign as a "failure and humiliation" due to their performance against Ireland and Kosovo…

General5h ago

Haifa Bay Environmental Association Reports Significant Benzene Exceedance

The Haifa Bay Municipal Association for Environmental Protection reported a benzene exceedance of nearly 69% on October 5, with pollution traced to the Bazan complex. This marks t…

Sports5h ago

Union of Umm al-Fahm Signs Forward Rebal Dahamsheh, Releases Two Players

The Union of Umm al-Fahm football club signed forward Rebal Dahamsheh from Kafr Kanna, who previously scored a winning goal for Ironi Ramat Sharon. The club also released forward…

Economy5h ago

Israeli Transport Companies Demand Diesel Tax Cut Amid Soaring Fuel Costs

Israeli transportation companies are demanding an immediate reduction in the excise tax on diesel fuel, warning that soaring costs threaten services for students, soldiers, and wo…

Security6h ago

Reservists Denied Use of 'Fighter' Card at Base Store

Reservists cannot use their "Fighter" benefit cards at the "Keveret" convenience store on a northern military base, as indicated by a sign at the store. The "Fighter" card, intend…

Politics6h ago

Singer Eyal Golan at Center of Two Controversial Events Amid Election Campaign

Singer Eyal Golan is involved in two separate events drawing criticism amid Israel's election campaign. Police are marketing his participation in a show to officers while he is un…

Sports6h ago

Israel Draws With Norway in Euro U-21 Qualifier, Fails to Advance

Israel's U-21 national football team drew 1-1 with Norway in a European Championship qualifier. The draw meant Israel finished third in their group with 11 points, failing to adva…

General7h ago

Bereaved Partners Share Pain of Losing Loved Ones in October 7 Attacks

Three women are recounting their experiences of loss three years after the October 7th attacks, focusing on the unique grief of partners of fallen soldiers who lack formal family…

Politics7h ago

Philadelphia Teacher's Fabricated Identity Sparked Years of Alarm Among Jewish Groups

Philadelphia teacher Hannah Gann confessed to fabricating a Palestinian and Black identity, revealing she is Jewish and white. Jewish groups had previously raised alarms about her…

Sports11h ago

Family Honors Slain Footballer Lior Assulin With Life-Celebrating Birthday Event

The family of late Israeli footballer Lior Assulin, murdered on October 7, held a life-celebrating birthday event for him, two days after his memorial service. Assulin, who would…

Security14h ago·4 outlets

Arab Community Road Fatalities Surge in 2026, Or Yarok Reports

134 people from the Arab community have died in road accidents in 2026, up from 113 in the same period last year, according to the Or Yarok Association. These deaths constitute 39…

Security14h ago·1 outlets

Yaakov 'Yaki' Hetz, Six-Day War Hero and Defense Innovator, Dies at 80

Yaakov “Yaki” Hetz, a hero of the Six-Day War's Battle of Ammunition Hill and a key figure in defense innovation, died Tuesday at 80. He received the Medal of Courage for his batt…

Sports14h ago·3 outlets

Israel U-21 Team's Euro Playoff Dream Dashed by Late Norwegian Equalizer

Israel's under-21 football team was eliminated from Euro playoff contention following a 1-1 draw with Norway on October 26th. A late Norwegian goal denied Israel second place in t…

Culture14h ago·2 outlets

British Journalist Slams West Ham's Manor Solomon Over Political Stance

A British journalist, Michal Grant, has harshly criticized West Ham's Israeli winger Manor Solomon due to his political statements and military service. Grant, a lifelong fan writ…

Sports15h ago·4 outlets

Israel U21 Team Eliminated from European Championship Qualifiers

Israel's U21 national football team was eliminated from the European Championship qualifiers after a 1-1 draw with Norway on October 6, 2026. The team, coached by Guy Luzon, neede…

Sports15h ago

Israel Youth National Team Coach Guy Luzon Hints at Departure After Euro 2027 Campaign

Guy Luzon, coach of Israel's youth national football team, indicated he will depart after the current Euro 2027 qualifying campaign, following their elimination from playoff conte…

Security16h ago

Paltchik Foundation Bridges Funding Gap for Israeli Olympic Hopefuls

The Paltchik Foundation, founded by Israeli judoka Peter Paltchik, provides crucial financial support to emerging Israeli athletes who struggle to secure funding for international…

Sports17h ago

Berkovich Slams Israel's National Team, Says He'd Resign at Halftime

Former Israeli football star Eyal Berkovich heavily criticized the national team and coach Ran Ben Shimon following a 1-1 draw with Ireland. Berkovich stated he would have resigne…

Sports17h ago

Israeli Sports Needs Overhaul, Prioritizing Olympic Disciplines Over Football

An opinion piece criticizes Israeli sports management, arguing that football receives disproportionate funding and attention despite poor results, while Olympic sports achieve con…

Politics18h ago·5 outlets

NYC Mayor's Antisemitism Strategy Funds Groups Critical of Israel

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's $7.4 million antisemitism strategy is under fire as financial filings suggest funds may go to groups critical of Israel. The plan, which omits…

Economy18h ago

Eran Zahavi Ventures into Real Estate with Major Commercial Deal

Former footballer Eran Zahavi and his partner Avi Arbiv have signed a major real estate deal with Rami Levy to open a large supermarket in Mazkeret Batya. The complex will also ho…

Security18h ago

New Construction Site Safety Regulations to Take Effect October 16

New construction site safety regulations in Israel will take effect on October 16, assigning responsibility to clients and contractors and requiring comprehensive safety plans. Th…

Sports18h ago·2 outlets

Switzerland to Play Israel Without Protest, Ending Pre-Match Drama

Switzerland's Women's National Team will play their upcoming match against Israel without any protests, ending pre-game uncertainty. Technical Director Johan Djourou stated that w…

Economy18h ago

Israel Approves New Gas Power Plant in Polluted Ashdod Amid Environmentalist Opposition

The Israeli government approved a preliminary plan for a new natural gas power plant in Ashdod on October 6, despite environmental concerns. The project, initiated by Energy Minis…

Security19h ago

South Korean Football Captain Apologizes After Celebrating Military Exemption

South Korean football captain Lee Ki-hyuk apologized after celebrating his team's Asian Games gold medal win by declaring he would not perform mandatory military service. His comm…

Security19h ago·2 outlets

Grieving Partners Share Stories of Love Lost to War

Three years after the October 7th attacks, women who lost fiancés and boyfriends in the ensuing war shared their stories of love and loss. The "He Left a Partner Behind" associati…

Security19h ago2

Eurovision Runner-Up Yuval Raphael to Perform at Nova Massacre Memorial

Eurovision runner-up Yuval Raphael will perform at a memorial event on the third anniversary of the October 7 massacre at the Nova festival site in Re’im. The event, organized by…