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Israeli Gymnastics Team Places 17th at European Championships in Zagreb

The Israeli gymnastics team finished 17th at the European Championships in Zagreb, with Leah Raz placing 32nd individually. The junior team ranked eighth, showing promising result…

Belgian Winger Thibo Baeten Eyes Move to Maccabi Tel Aviv as Talks Continue

Maccabi Tel Aviv is negotiating to sign Belgian winger Thibo Baeten from Go Ahead Eagles, with the player keen on the move. Although the Dutch club rejected the initial offer, tal…

Israeli Mother and Daughter Reportedly Flee Austria for South America as Israeli Security Arrives in Vienna

Mally Yehulomi and her daughter Liel, missing from Vienna, reportedly fled to South America after leaving Austria by train. Israeli security officials have arrived in Vienna to se…

Supercomputer Predicts Tough European Challenges for Israeli Football Clubs

A supercomputer simulation predicts Israeli football clubs Hapoel Be'er Sheva, Maccabi Tel Aviv, and Hapoel Tel Aviv face tough odds advancing in upcoming European playoffs agains…

Veteran Journalist Edward Attler Dies at 94 in Tel Aviv

Edward Attler, veteran automotive journalist for Makor Rishon, died at 94 in Tel Aviv on Friday.

Atalanta Star Striker and Defender Doubtful for Conference League Playoff Against Hapoel Tel Aviv

Atalanta's key forward Charles De Ketelaere and defender Honest Ahnor are doubtful for the upcoming Conference League playoff matches against Hapoel Tel Aviv due to groin injuries…

Middle Class Exits Israeli Housing Market as Renters Accept Lower Quality Apartments

In Israel's housing market, renters are settling for lower-quality apartments as rental prices rise, while wealthy buyers dominate home purchases, pushing the middle class out. Go…

Joe Ingles Reflects on Winning EuroLeague with Maccabi Tel Aviv Before 12-Year NBA Career

Australian basketball star Joe Ingles recalled winning the EuroLeague with Maccabi Tel Aviv in 2013/2014 before embarking on a 12-year NBA career, highlighting how his European ex…

Hapoel Tel Aviv Midfielder Stav Toriel Attracts Interest Amid European Ambitions

Stav Toriel, Hapoel Tel Aviv’s key midfielder, is attracting interest from European clubs but remains committed to his current team unless a significant offer arises. He has been…

Motorcyclist Seriously Injured Riding Off-Road in South Tel Aviv Park

A 26-year-old motorcyclist was seriously injured while riding off-road in a park in southern Tel Aviv and was taken to Sheba Medical Center for treatment.

Jewish Teachings Urge Kings and Individuals to Remember Humble Beginnings for Success

A Hasidic midrash from the Torah portion Shoftim teaches that kings and individuals should remember the humility and intentions of their initial commitment to sustain success and…

Europol Joins Investigation into Disappearance of Mally and Liel Yehalomi Possibly Leaving Austria

Europol is assisting Austrian authorities in investigating the disappearance of Mally and Liel Yehalomi, who may have left Austria. Police found no signs of criminal activity, and…

Ziv Morgan and Nana Gamble Join Ironi Tiberias Ahead of Premier League Season

Ironi Tiberias signed defender Ziv Morgan and winger Nana Gamble ahead of the new Premier League season, preparing for a Toto Cup match against Maccabi Petah Tikva despite missing…

Consumer Prices Rise Slightly in July as Inflation Remains Low, Housing Costs Increase Moderately

Israel's consumer prices increased by 0.3% in July 2026, with annual inflation steady at 1.5%. Housing and transportation costs rose moderately, while new apartment prices increas…

Two Teens Charged with Arson of Japnika Restaurant After Consulting ChatGPT on Fire Laws

Two 18-year-olds from Rehovot are charged with arson after setting fire to a Japnika restaurant in Givatayim. One suspect consulted ChatGPT about arson laws two weeks prior. Evide…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Sees Rise in Season Ticket Renewals Ahead of 2026/27 Basketball Season

Maccabi Tel Aviv basketball fans have renewed 84% of season tickets for 2026/27, exceeding usual rates, reflecting confidence in the newly completed team roster.

MK Shelly Tal Miron Shouts at Minister Miri Regev in Tel Aviv Market

MK Shelly Tal Miron was filmed shouting at Minister Miri Regev and activists at Tel Aviv's Tikva Market, with police stepping in to separate them.

Israeli Leaders Celebrate Soldiers’ Recoveries and Religious Events Across West Bank and Israel

In northern Samaria and across Israel, religious ceremonies and celebrations honored wounded soldiers’ recoveries and community milestones. Rabbi Or Shwaka, severely injured in Le…

Hapoel Tel Aviv Strengthens Roster Aiming Beyond EuroLeague Final Four

Hapoel Tel Aviv bolsters its EuroLeague roster with new signings aiming to surpass last season's sixth-place finish. While the team maintains a talent-focused playing style under…

Israeli Grandparents Cope With Loss of Grandchildren in Gaza Through Support Retreat and Family Rituals

Israeli grandparents who lost grandchildren in Gaza combat operations find solace through a dedicated support retreat and family rituals. The "One Family" association organized a…

Toto Batshon Reinvents His Tel Aviv Fish Restaurant as Fast-Food Spot with Crispy Fish Sandwiches

Toto Batshon has reopened his Tel Aviv fish restaurant as a fast-food venue without table service due to labor shortages and rising costs. The new concept features popular crispy…

Beitar Jerusalem’s Captaincy Questioned After European Penalty Shootout Loss

Beitar Jerusalem’s lack of leadership and experience led to their European exit after a penalty shootout loss, with captain Yarden Shua notably not taking a penalty. Maccabi Tel A…

Israeli NBA Star Deni Avdija Joins Elite List of Top Players Without College Experience

Israeli NBA player Deni Avdija was named among the 25 best NBA players who never played college basketball, joining legends like LeBron James and Kobe Bryant. After a breakout 202…

Bnei Sakhnin Seeks Foreign Striker Ahead of League Opener Against Hapoel Petah Tikva

Bnei Sakhnin is searching for a foreign striker and preparing for a crucial Toto Cup match against Hapoel Petah Tikva to avoid finishing last. Defender Dimitri Kabara may debut, w…

Ben Gurion Airport to Undergo Major Expansion with New Tunnels, Terminal, and Five-Star Hotel by 2030

Ben Gurion Airport is undergoing a major expansion including new tunnels, a terminal extension, and a five-star hotel to handle 40 million passengers annually by 2030. The project…

Maccabi Tel Aviv to Host Maccabi Haifa on August 31 in Israeli Premier League Round Two

The Israeli Premier League announced the full schedule for its second round, with Maccabi Tel Aviv hosting Maccabi Haifa on August 31 at 20:30.

Israeli Football Teams Boost UEFA Ranking With Strong European Qualifiers Performance

Israeli football clubs earned 0.750 UEFA points this week, boosting Israel to 24th in the rankings with three teams left in European qualifiers. The country aims to reach 23rd pla…

Israeli Police and IDF Rescue Young Woman Allegedly Kidnapped to Hebron by Family

Israeli police and IDF forces rescued a woman in her 20s from central Israel who was allegedly kidnapped by her family and taken to Hebron. The family was detained for investigati…

Swiss Club Lugano Arrives in Peak Form Ahead of Maccabi Tel Aviv Conference League Playoff

Swiss club Lugano, in top form with three straight league wins and a strong squad, prepares to face Maccabi Tel Aviv in the Conference League playoff. Led by coach Mattia Croci-To…

Likud Supreme Court Rejects Smadar Mores' Bid to Shorten Candidacy Qualification Period

The Likud party's Supreme Court denied Smadar Mores' request to shorten the qualification period for running in the party's primaries, excluding her from the candidate list for th…

Scientists Predict 180-Year Lifespan With Organ Printing and Brain Cloud Backup

Researchers predict humans may live up to 180 years by replacing organs with AI-printed parts and backing up brains to the cloud. A global communication study reveals broader medi…

Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Opens Following Wall Street's Record Highs

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange opens after Wall Street's record-breaking session, with Israeli indices mostly rising amid mixed sector performance. Inflation data for July is expecte…

Shabbat Start and End Times for Parashat Shoftim Across Israeli Cities

Parashat Shoftim, detailing Moses' final commandments, is read this week. Shabbat start and end times vary across Israeli cities, with Jerusalem's Shabbat beginning at 18:48 and e…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces Key Question Over Scoring Despite Roster Upgrade

Maccabi Tel Aviv has upgraded its roster and budget significantly for the new season, providing coach Oded Katash with his strongest squad in years. However, the team faces a majo…

IDF Conducts Military Drill in Central Tel Aviv Causing Explosions and Gunfire Sounds

The IDF is holding a planned military exercise at its central Tel Aviv base, causing residents to hear explosions and gunfire, with no security threat involved.

French Low-Cost Airline Transavia Advances Return to Israel Flights to Late August

Transavia France is advancing its return to Israel by restarting flights to Tel Aviv from Paris on August 31, earlier than the original September 8 date. The airline will operate…

Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Opens Higher Amid Regional Tensions and US-Iran Stalemate

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange opened higher following a strong previous session, despite regional tensions and stalled US-Iran talks. Asian markets were mixed, US futures stable, an…

Matti Caspi's Unpublished Stories to Debut as Children's Books Illustrated by His Daughter

Unpublished stories by Israeli musician Matti Caspi are being released as a children's book series illustrated by his daughter, reviving a decade-old project with publisher Hanoch…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Blames Itself After Europa League Exit to CSKA Sofia

Maccabi Tel Aviv was eliminated from the Europa League by CSKA Sofia after defensive errors cost them the tie. The club now must face Swiss side FC Lugano in a playoff to qualify…

Israeli Mother and Daughter Missing in Vienna as Investigation Expands Internationally

Israeli mother Mally Yahalomi and her daughter Liel disappeared in Vienna nearly a week ago, prompting a complex investigation by Israeli and Austrian authorities. The inquiry, no…

Netanyahu Appears Weakest Yet as Opposition Faces Crucial Unity Challenge Ahead of Israeli Elections

Benjamin Netanyahu appears politically weakest ahead of Israel's October 27 elections, but opposition disunity risks enabling his continued hold on power. Analyst Ben Caspit warns…

Haim Revivo Criticizes Maccabi Tel Aviv Over Son Roy's Blocked Transfer to Spanish Club

Haim Revivo, father of footballer Roy Revivo, publicly condemned Maccabi Tel Aviv for blocking his son's transfer to Spanish club Elche, accusing the club of breaking promises and…

Entrepreneur Urges Selling Vested Shares Immediately to Avoid Financial Losses

Israel Harel Recalls Mobilizing Leading Israeli Intellectuals for West Bank Settlement Movement

Israel Harel, founder of the Yesha Council, details how he enlisted major Israeli literary figures to support the West Bank settlement movement. This account is part of a Heritage…

Two Charged for Grenade Attack on Jafnika Restaurant Branch in Kiryat Ono

Two young men from Bat Yam are charged with throwing a grenade at a Jafnika restaurant in Kiryat Ono, causing damage and endangering employees. The attack is linked to a broader c…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Midfielder Ido Shahar Seeks Immediate Exit Amid Contract Dispute

Maccabi Tel Aviv midfielder Ido Shahar refuses contract extension and wants to leave immediately due to salary disputes, with MLS interest noted. The club will likely keep him unt…

Former Israeli Football Star Shimon Gershon Builds Diverse Business Ventures Including Fintech Startup

Shimon Gershon, a former Israeli football star, has built a multifaceted business career including coffee franchises, real estate, and a fintech startup offering digital rental gu…

Israeli Star Frieda Uziel Opens Up About Body Image Struggles and Fashion Industry Challenges

Israeli singer and influencer Frieda Uziel discusses her evolution from a goth teenager to a fashion and music star, addressing body image struggles, cosmetic procedures, and the…