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Sports2 days ago·3 outlets

Former Soccer Star Sebastian Rosenthal Reveals Father's Suicide Tragedy

Former soccer player Sebastian Rosenthal revealed that his father died by suicide in 2016 due to immense suffering. Rosenthal discussed his father's death and his own career, incl…

Sports2 days ago·3 outlets

Rafi Menco Left Out of Hapoel Emek Squad Amidst Professional Disagreements

Israeli national basketball player Rafi Menco has been excluded from the Hapoel Emek team due to professional disagreements and is training separately. The club is seeking another…

Sports3 days ago·4 outlets

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Optimistic About Injured Players' Return

Hapoel Be'er Sheva defeated Kiryat Shmona 1-0, with coach Ran Kozuch expressing mixed feelings about the team's performance. The club is optimistic about the return of injured pla…

Sports4 days ago·3 outlets

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Midfielder Niv Yehoshua Cleared for Play Ahead of Kiryat Shmona Match

Hapoel Be'er Sheva midfielder Niv Yehoshua is fit to play against Kiryat Shmona after medical tests following a concerning fall were normal. Eliel Peretz also returns from suspens…

Culture5 days ago

LA Federation Sues Museum Over Nazi-Looted Art

The Jewish Federation of Los Angeles has sued the Norton Simon Museum to recover Nazi-looted paintings by Lucas Cranach the Elder, intending to fund Holocaust survivor aid. A sepa…

Sports6 days ago·5 outlets

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Players Express Disappointment After European Draw

Hapoel Be'er Sheva drew 0-0 with Dinamo Zagreb in their Europa League opener, with players feeling they dominated and missed a winnable opportunity. The team praised coach Ran Koc…

Sports6 days ago·2 outlets

Hapoel Beer Sheva Held to 0-0 Draw in Europa League Opener

Hapoel Beer Sheva started their Europa League campaign with a 0-0 draw against Dinamo Zagreb in Bucharest. The Israeli team dominated possession and created chances but failed to…

Sports6 days ago·3 outlets

Maccabi Haifa Transfer Collapse Linked to Unsold Player

Maccabi Haifa's planned signing of Brazilian left-back Lucas Baros collapsed because the club could not sell defender Pedroso to make space in their foreign player roster.

Sports7 days ago·3 outlets

Maccabi Haifa Awaits Return of Injured Defender Pierre Cornud

Maccabi Haifa, currently second in the league, prepares for their next match while awaiting the return of injured left-back Pierre Cornud in about two months. The club also explor…

Sports7 days ago·4 outlets

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Begins Europa League Campaign Facing Dynamo Zagreb

Hapoel Be'er Sheva begins its Europa League campaign against Dinamo Zagreb with a weakened squad due to suspensions and injuries. The team aims for a strong performance despite pl…

SportsSep 15, 2026

Maccabi Haifa Celebrates Dominant Win, Praises New Signing Pedro Brazão

Maccabi Haifa secured a dominant 4-0 victory over Ironi Kiryat Shmona, with new signing Pedro Brazão earning significant praise. Despite offensive improvements, defensive weakness…

SportsSep 14, 2026·3 outlets

Maccabi Haifa Weighs Two Left-Back Options Before Transfer Window Closes

Maccabi Haifa is looking to sign a left-back before the transfer window closes, considering Kenneth Paal and Lucas Baros. Paal offers tactical flexibility and potential cost savin…

SportsSep 14, 2026·3 outlets

Maccabi Haifa Nears Signing of New Left-Back Amid Squad Overhaul

Israeli football club Maccabi Haifa is in advanced negotiations to sign either Kenneth Paal or Lucas Barros as a new left-back due to existing injuries. The club will likely relea…

SportsSep 14, 2026

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Coach Slams Referees for Disrespect

Hapoel Be'er Sheva defeated Hapoel Petah Tikva 2-0, with coach Ran Kozuch criticizing league referees for disrespect towards coaches after the game. The team is preparing for upco…

SportsSep 13, 2026·4 outlets

Hapoel Beer Sheva Debuts New Midfielders in Crucial League Match

Hapoel Beer Sheva will debut new signings Idan Nachmias and Amankwaa Forson in their starting lineup against Hapoel Petah Tikva on Sunday. The team aims to improve its defense aft…

SportsSep 13, 2026·2 outlets

Maccabi Haifa's Record Signing, "Bruninho," Exceeds Expectations

Maccabi Haifa's record signing, Bruninho, has quickly become the team's star player after a transfer saga that began in January. The club believes the midfielder, who cost approxi…

SportsSep 11, 2026·3 outlets

Nets Reporter Questions Danny Wolf's Role and Effectiveness

Brooklyn Nets reporter Lucas Kaplan expressed uncertainty about Jewish player Danny Wolf's role and effectiveness, stating he will face tougher scrutiny than other young players…

SportsSep 11, 2026·2 outlets

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Pursues Eden Kartsev, Player Declines Return to Israel

Hapoel Be'er Sheva attempted to sign Israeli midfielder Eden Kartsev from China's Shenzhen FC, but the player declined a return to Israel. The team is also preparing for an upcomi…

EconomySep 10, 2026

Bank of Israel Governor Reflects on Career, Economic Challenges

Bank of Israel Governor Amir Yaron discussed key economic decisions, including foreign exchange market intervention and inflation management. He outlined priorities for a potentia…

SportsSep 10, 2026

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Coach Criticizes Refereeing After Loss, Looks Ahead

Hapoel Be'er Sheva coach Ran Kozuch criticized the refereeing after a 4-1 loss to Maccabi Tel Aviv but focused on his team's performance. He also discussed the team's upcoming cha…

SportsSep 10, 2026·4 outlets

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Faces Grueling Schedule Without Key Midfielders

Hapoel Be'er Sheva faces a tough schedule of three games in six days without key midfielders Lucas Ventura and Aliel Peretz, who are injured or suspended. The team must overcome t…

SportsSep 9, 2026·1 outlets

Hapoel Be'er Sheva's Setback Against Maccabi Tel Aviv Highlights Team's Decline

Hapoel Be'er Sheva's coach Ran Kozuch's somber reaction to a loss against Maccabi Tel Aviv contrasts with his previous expression of gratitude after another defeat, sparking debat…

SportsSep 9, 2026·3 outlets

New Hapoel Tel Aviv Signing Douglas Owusu Leads Israeli Footballer Value Surge

Douglas Owusu of Hapoel Tel Aviv has become the most valuable player in the Israeli Premier League, with his market value soaring to 4.5 million euros. The latest Transfermarkt va…

SportsSep 9, 2026·4 outlets

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Faces Challenges With Key Player Injuries

Hapoel Be'er Sheva will be without key players Lucas Ventura and Itay Rotman due to injuries for upcoming matches. The team is also considering transfer targets and adjusting its…

SecuritySep 8, 2026

Beitar Jerusalem Striker Escapes Unharmed After Car Crash

Beitar Jerusalem forward Jhonny Lucas was involved in a car accident but was unharmed. The incident occurred on Tuesday, and the player miraculously escaped without injuries.

SportsSep 8, 2026

Referees Committee Rules Hapoel Be'er Sheva Was Wronged in Match vs. Maccabi Tel Aviv

The Israeli Referees Committee ruled that Hapoel Be'er Sheva was denied a penalty and Maccabi Tel Aviv had a legitimate goal disallowed in their recent match. The committee's find…

SportsSep 8, 2026·3 outlets

Referee Explains Player Ejection for Insulting Remarks

Referee Yigal Fried explained that Hapoel Be'er Sheva player Eliel Peretz was ejected for calling the referee "weak" and stating he had "no idea." Peretz was sent off after receiv…

SportsSep 8, 2026·2 outlets

Maccabi Haifa Midfielder Yarin Levi Draws Interest from Beitar Jerusalem and Hapoel Beer Sheva

Maccabi Haifa midfielder Yarin Levi, who recently signed a new three-year deal, is facing limited playing time and is now a target for both Beitar Jerusalem and Hapoel Beer Sheva…

SportsSep 8, 2026·5 outlets

Maccabi Tel Aviv Dominates, Hapoel Be'er Sheva Shows Cracks

Maccabi Tel Aviv decisively defeated reigning champions Hapoel Be'er Sheva 4-1, showcasing superior form and cohesion. Be'er Sheva's performance was marked by individual player st…

SportsSep 8, 2026

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Suffers Heavy Defeat Amidst Team Struggles

Hapoel Be'er Sheva suffered a significant 4-1 defeat to Maccabi Tel Aviv, highlighting a concerning downward trend in performance. The team's struggles are compounded by player mo…

SportsSep 7, 2026

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Considers Signing Midfielder Yarin Levi

Hapoel Be'er Sheva is exploring the possibility of signing midfielder Yarin Levi from Maccabi Haifa. Levi, who previously played for Beitar Jerusalem on loan, is also a target for…

SportsSep 7, 2026·2 outlets

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Coach Apologizes After Humiliating 4-1 Loss to Maccabi Tel Aviv

Hapoel Be'er Sheva's coach apologized for his team's "very weak" 4-1 league loss to Maccabi Tel Aviv, citing early setbacks and a red card. The defeat follows their State Cup fina…

PoliticsSep 7, 2026

Miami-Dade County Increases Investment Cap in Israel Bonds

Miami-Dade County commissioners unanimously voted to increase the investment limit in Israeli bonds from 3% to 5% of the county's $9 billion portfolio. The decision, which allows…

SportsSep 7, 2026

Maccabi Tel Aviv Expected to Loan Out Andrade, Make Room for Tavernier

Maccabi Tel Aviv is expected to loan out midfielder Jhonny Lucas Andrade today, creating a roster spot for new signing James Tavernier. The team is preparing to face Hapoel Be'er…

SportsSep 6, 2026

From Benchwarmer to Key Player, Eliel Peretz Leads Hapoel Be'er Sheva's Charge

Eliel Peretz has become Hapoel Be'er Sheva's most vital player after overcoming a difficult start to the season, leading the team in European competition and domestic league play…

SportsSep 4, 2026

Hapoel Tel Aviv Secures First League Win, Players Aim for Improvement

Hapoel Tel Aviv earned their first win of the season, beating Beitar Jerusalem 3-0. Players and coaches expressed satisfaction but also a desire for continued improvement in perfo…

SportsSep 4, 2026·3 outlets

Hapoel Tel Aviv Celebrates Dominant 3-0 Victory Over Beitar Jerusalem

Hapoel Tel Aviv achieved a decisive 3-0 victory over Beitar Jerusalem, with new player Douglas Awusu receiving significant praise for his performance. The team celebrated their st…

SportsSep 3, 2026

Hapoel Tel Aviv Surges as Beitar Jerusalem Faces Crisis

Hapoel Tel Aviv is experiencing a strong resurgence, showing potential for sustained success. Meanwhile, Beitar Jerusalem is in a deep crisis, facing squad issues and questions ab…

SportsSep 2, 2026

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Signs Forson Amankwah on Loan

Hapoel Be'er Sheva has signed Ghanaian midfielder Forson Amankwah on a season-long loan from Norwich City. The 23-year-old, who previously played with Oscar Gloukh at Salzburg, is…

CultureSep 2, 2026

Actor Anatoly Vaysman Embraces Hebrew Roles, Challenges Stereotypes in Israel

Actor Anatoly Vaysman is performing classic Russian literature in Hebrew in Israel, hoping to break stereotypes and secure more dramatic roles. He discussed his challenging adapta…

SportsSep 2, 2026·2 outlets

Shik Keita Emerges as Hapoel Haifa's Midfield Gem

Malian midfielder Shik Keita, 21, has become a standout player for Hapoel Haifa after a unique career path that included a near-miss with French club Lille and a stint in the UAE…

SportsSep 2, 2026·2 outlets

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Aims to Secure Igor Zlatanovic for Maccabi Tel Aviv Clash

Hapoel Be'er Sheva hopes to have striker Igor Zlatanovic back for their match against Maccabi Tel Aviv next Monday. Meanwhile, Amit Ouhana is set to start in their league opener a…

SportsSep 1, 2026

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Signs Top Scorer Adrian Arqis

Hapoel Be'er Sheva has signed top scorer Adrian Arqis from Kiryat Shmona for 1 million euros on a three-year deal. The Peruvian striker scored 18 goals last season and expressed e…

SportsAug 31, 2026·2 outlets

Hapoel Tel Aviv Signs Speedy Left-Back Yanick Leliendal

Hapoel Tel Aviv has signed Yanick Leliendal, a fast left-back with a history of disciplinary issues but also impressive performances in the Dutch league. His speed and defensive i…

SportsAug 31, 2026

Shik Keita Emerges as Hapoel Haifa's New Star Midfielder

Shik Keita, a 21-year-old Malian midfielder, has become a key player for Hapoel Haifa after an unconventional career path. His agent believes his time in Israel will be a stepping…

SportsAug 30, 2026·2 outlets

Israeli MMA Fighter Ilay Barzilai Nears UFC Contract

Israeli MMA fighter Ilay Barzilai is on the verge of signing with the UFC after a recent win, with the organization reportedly interested in his skills and potential fan base. Bar…

SecurityAug 29, 2026

Meni Ventura Reveals Personal Cost of Iron Swords War After Selling Businesses to Command Reserve Battalion

Retired Lt. Col. Meni Ventura sold his businesses to lead a reserve battalion during the Iron Swords war, recounting the personal and national impact of the October 7 attacks. He…

SportsAug 28, 2026·2 outlets

Hapoel Tel Aviv Nears Signing Fast Left-Back Yannick Lallinde from Dutch League

Hapoel Tel Aviv is close to signing 24-year-old Dutch left-back Yannick Lallinde, known for his speed and defensive skills. Lallinde has played for several clubs in Belgium and th…