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Former Maccabi Guard Lonnie Walker Faces Possible Cut Before NBA Season with Denver Nuggets

Lonnie Walker, former Maccabi Tel Aviv guard, signed a non-guaranteed training camp contract with the Denver Nuggets and must compete for a roster spot. He risks being cut before…

Former Maccabi Tel Aviv Star Kinan Evans Set to Return to Zalgiris Kaunas After Injury

Kinan Evans, recovering from serious injuries, is returning to Zalgiris Kaunas on a one-year deal with an option, initially loaned to London Lions for EuroCup play.

Rabbi Tuvia Gefen Unlocks Coca-Cola's Secret Formula to Ensure Kosher Certification

Rabbi Tuvia Gefen, a Lithuanian immigrant and leading rabbinic authority in the American South, secured kosher certification for Coca-Cola by gaining access to its secret formula…

Lithuanian Maggid Rabbi Baruch Rozenblum Delivers Special Weekly Torah Lesson on Parashat Re'eh

Rabbi Baruch Rozenblum gave a special Torah lesson on Parashat Re'eh at the Me'or Shraga synagogue in Elad, emphasizing Jewish integrity. The full lesson is available online.

Former EuroLeague Forward Augustin Robit Signs with Maccabi Ashdod

Maccabi Ashdod signed experienced forward Augustin Robit, who has 143 EuroLeague appearances, to strengthen their roster ahead of their Premier League season.

Leading Lithuanian Rabbis Condemn Internet Use and AI at Emergency Tiberias Gathering

Hundreds of ultra-Orthodox residents gathered in Tiberias for an emergency meeting condemning internet and AI use, urging strict limits to protect community values.

MK Bitan’s Claim on OECD Food VAT Rates Is Inaccurate, Experts Say

MK David Bitan proposed reducing Israel’s VAT on basic food to 8%, claiming OECD countries have similar rates. However, only half of OECD countries have VAT rates that low on food…

Dramatic 3-3 Draw for Saint-Gilloise as Haileli Scores Late Equalizer

On August 5, 2026, Union Saint-Gilloise drew 3-3 with Bodø/Glimt in a dramatic Champions League qualifier featuring Israeli Anan Haileli. Sparta Prague upset Lyon 2-1, and Dinamo…

Archaeologists Fully Uncover Central Bimah of Vilna Great Synagogue in Lithuania

Archaeologists in Lithuania have fully uncovered the central bimah and other parts of the historic Great Synagogue of Vilna, revealing colorful floors, seating plaques, and a Ten…

Estonia Tops Global Ranking as Best Country for Relocation in 2026

Estonia has been ranked the best country worldwide for relocation in 2026, narrowly surpassing Singapore, based on a comprehensive index evaluating 24 factors including cost of li…

Clal Insurance Invests NIS 250 Million in BLenergy's European Energy Storage Projects

Clal Insurance is investing NIS 250 million in BLenergy, the Belilios family's energy company, to fund energy storage projects in Europe, particularly Eastern Europe. Clal will ho…

Panathinaikos Tops EuroLeague Power Rankings Ahead of 2026 Season Start

As the 2026 EuroLeague season approaches, Panathinaikos leads the power rankings after major signings and coaching changes. Olympiacos and Fenerbahçe also rank highly, while Tel A…

Israeli Youth Stars David Moses and Aviv Aronov Excel at European Basketball Championship

Despite a quarterfinal loss to Slovenia, Israel's youth basketball team still has a chance to qualify for the World Championship. Standout players David Moses and Aviv Aronov lead…

Former Israeli Player Stanislav Bilenky Scores Hat-Trick as Zalgiris Vilnius Advances in Conference League

Stanislav Bilenky, former Israeli league player, scored three goals and assisted once as Zalgiris Vilnius overturned a 3-0 deficit to win 7-2 against Dinamo Tbilisi in the Confere…

Israel's U19 Basketball Team Battles Slovenia for Euro Quarterfinal Win and World Championship Spot

Israel's U19 basketball team played Slovenia in a decisive European Championship quarterfinal in Trento, with a win securing a semifinal spot and qualification for the 2024 U19 Wo…

Lithuanian Maggid Rabbi Baruch Rozenblum Delivers Special Lesson on Parashat Eikev

Rabbi Baruch Rozenblum delivered a special lesson on Parashat Eikev at the Me'or Shraga synagogue in Elad, discussing the value of punishment in Gehenna. The weekly Wednesday lect…

Israeli Youth Handball Team Begins European Championship With World Cup Qualification in Sight

The Israeli youth handball team begins its European Championship campaign in Belgrade aiming to finish in the top 14 to qualify for the World Championship, marking a historic mile…

Muay Thai Fighter Vitas Karosas Proposes to Partner in Ring at Gordon Brothers Fight Night

Lithuanian Muay Thai fighter Vitas Karosas proposed to his partner in the ring during the Gordon Brothers fight night in Israel, thanking her for her support and receiving cheers…

Bnei Herzliya Signs DJ Bruton, Polish League All-Star Swingman

Bnei Herzliya basketball club signed American swingman DJ Bruton, recently a Polish League all-star, for the 2026/27 season. Bruton has proven himself in Lithuania, Italy, and Pol…

Leading Lithuanian Rabbis Mourn the Destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem

Prominent Lithuanian rabbis gathered to mourn the destruction of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem, expressing sorrow and hope for its rebuilding.

Jacob Wiley Signs with Ironi Nes Ziona to Strengthen Frontcourt

Ironi Nes Ziona signed 31-year-old forward Jacob Wiley, formerly of Panathinaikos and Rytas Vilnius, to enhance their frontcourt ahead of the new season.

Religious Zionist Rabbis Defend IDF Soldiers Amid Criticism from Lithuanian Leader

The Religious Zionist rabbinical group Torat Ha'aretz Ha'Tova condemned recent attacks on IDF soldiers and their community, emphasizing respect for their service. They responded t…

American Players Set to Boost EuroLeague Following NBA Summer League

Following the NBA Summer League's conclusion, several American players, including Cam Reddish and former Israeli league standout Darrin Green Jr., are expected to join EuroLeague…

Finance Minister Smotrich Rules Out Israeli Attack on Iran, Emphasizes Economic Pressure

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said Israel does not plan to attack Iran now, favoring economic pressure instead. He dismissed criticism of the Religious Zionist communi…

Israeli Youth Sailing Duo Roy Levi and Ariel Gal Win Silver at 470 World Championship in Poland

Israeli sailors Roy Levi and Ariel Gal won silver at the 470 Youth World Championship in Poland, narrowly missing gold to Italy by less than a boat length in the final race. The d…

Haredi Education Officials Face Legal Threat Over Discriminatory Seminar Hearings in Beit Shemesh

The Haredi district office of Israel's Ministry of Education, led by Shai Calderon, faces accusations of discriminatory enforcement and illegal pressure against a leading Lithuani…

Rafael Chairman Calls for Public Listing to Compete with Global Defense Firms on Talent and Funding

Yuval Steinitz, chairman of Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, urges the Israeli government to allow Rafael to go public to compete globally for talent and funding. He warns that wi…

Israeli Films 'Where To?' and 'I Am New' Win Top Awards at 43rd Jerusalem Film Festival

At the 43rd Jerusalem Film Festival, Israeli films "Where To?" and "I Am New" won top awards for best feature and documentary respectively, while the German film "The Dreamy Adven…

Lithuanian Rabbi Baruch Rozenblum Delivers Special Shabbat Chazon Lesson on Parashat Devarim

Rabbi Baruch Rozenblum gave a special Shabbat Chazon lesson on Parashat Devarim about the desecration of God's name and the Temple's destruction, delivered weekly in Elad.

Lithuanian Talmud Torah Leaders Convene Emergency Meeting Over Severe Teacher Shortage

Lithuanian Talmud Torah leaders in Israel are holding an emergency meeting in Bnei Brak to address a severe shortage of qualified teachers caused by salary disparities with state-…

Lost 16th-Century Lithuanian and Polish Royal Treasure Found Hidden in Vilnius Cathedral Wall

A lost 16th-century royal treasure of Lithuanian and Polish monarchs, hidden in a wall of Vilnius Cathedral for nearly 100 years, has been rediscovered and restored. The collectio…

Energean Cuts Management Fees to Alony Hetz by 6.4 Million Shekels After Institutional Pressure

Energean has reduced the management fees paid to controlling shareholder Alony Hetz by 6.4 million shekels over three years after institutional investors opposed the original high…

Jonas Valančiūnas Returns to Europe, Signs Two-Year Deal with Žalgiris Kaunas

Lithuanian center Jonas Valančiūnas has signed a two-year contract with Žalgiris Kaunas, returning to European basketball after 14 years in the NBA. He was recently released by th…

American Guard Kendal McCollum Signs with Israeli Team Ironi Eilat

American point guard Kendal McCollum has signed with Israeli Premier League newcomer Ironi Eilat for the 2026/27 season, returning to Israel after a season in Greece. McCollum is…

Rabbi Mordechai Cohen Beck, Renowned American Torah Scholar, Passes Away at 80

Rabbi Mordechai Cohen Beck, a leading Torah scholar and head of Tiferet Moshe Yeshiva in Monsey, New York, died at 80. Born in Czechoslovakia and educated in prominent yeshivas in…

Israeli Basketball Prospect Gal Raviv Reflects on Success and Challenges in Sport

Gal Raviv, a 19-year-old Israeli basketball player, led her national under-20 team to a silver medal at the European Championship, topping scoring and assists charts. Despite her…

Jonas Valančiūnas Set to Sign with Zalgiris Kaunas Ahead of EuroLeague Season

Jonas Valančiūnas is set to join Zalgiris Kaunas in Lithuania for the EuroLeague, while Mike James signed a lucrative deal with Anadolu Efes.

Lithuania Boosts Anti-Tank Arsenal with Israeli Spike LR2 Missiles Amid Rising Russian Threat

Lithuania is significantly enhancing its military defenses by acquiring Israeli Spike LR2 anti-tank missiles worth over 11.5 million euros to deter Russian threats. The advanced m…

Salmonella Outbreak in Europe Linked to Instant Noodle Products Sickens Over 100

A salmonella outbreak linked to instant noodles has infected 106 people across 14 European countries, with 49 hospitalizations mostly among youth. The contaminated products were t…

Israel's U20 Women's Basketball Team Wins Silver at European Championship

Israel's U20 women's basketball team won a silver medal at the European Championship in Lithuania, losing 66-79 to France in the final. The team achieved an unprecedented success…

Lithuanian Blogger Attacks Israeli Haredim in Vilnius, Faces Police Probe

In Vilnius, Lithuania, a local blogger attacked three Israeli Haredi pilgrims visiting Jewish holy sites, prompting a police investigation for hate incitement. The victims fear fo…

Former Elitzur Yavne Basketball Player Kino Rocheford Fatally Shot in Harlem Tournament

Kino Rocheford, a former Elitzur Yavne basketball player, was shot dead during a Harlem tournament on Friday night. The targeted shooting also injured two others, and police are p…

Israel's Women's U20 Basketball Team Reaches Historic European Championship Final

Israel's women's under-20 basketball team reached the European Championship final for the first time after beating Belgium 78-69 in the semifinals, setting up a final against Fran…

Turkish President Erdogan Gifts Loaded Historic Pistols to NATO Leaders at Ankara Summit

At the 2024 NATO summit in Ankara, Turkish President Erdogan gifted each NATO leader a loaded Gumusay .357 Magnum revolver, highlighting Turkey's defense industry. The rare pistol…

Hapoel Tel Aviv Considers Signing Top European Center Moses Wright Amid Barcelona Uncertainty

Moses Wright, a top European center who agreed to join Barcelona, faces uncertainty due to the club's internal issues. Hapoel Tel Aviv is considering signing him, aiming to streng…

Financial Struggles Force Israeli Woman to Reject Costly Match Proposal

Yael, from a large, financially struggling Israeli family, faced the costly demands of matchmaking in the ultra-Orthodox community. After meeting a promising suitor, she discovere…

Archaeologists Discover Oldest Evidence of Child Abuse in Ancient Mesopotamian City

Israeli Teacher Visits Lithuanian Jewish Students After Year of Remote Learning

Children from the Sheinfeld family in Kaunas, Lithuania, who studied Torah remotely with an Israeli Talmud Torah for a year, met their teacher in person for the first time during…