Toronto
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Toronto, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Ilya Sutskever Launches Safe AI Startup Backed by Nvidia with Imminent Model Release
Ilya Sutskever, former OpenAI chief scientist, founded Safe Superintelligence (SSI), a new AI startup focused on safe, adaptive language models. Backed by $7 billion in funding fr…
Pro-Palestinian Group Demands US Criminal Probe of Jerusalem Deputy Mayor Arieh King Ahead of US Visit
Ahead of his US visit, Jerusalem Deputy Mayor Arieh King faces a criminal complaint from a pro-Palestinian group accusing him of war crimes and incitement. The Hind Rajab Foundati…
Toronto Police Investigate Academic for Anti-Semitic Speech at Jewish Community Rally
Toronto police investigate Abbas Hamza, an Ontario academic, for anti-Semitic remarks at a Jewish community rally, including blood libel accusations. Israeli officials and Canadia…
Charlotte FC Stages Comeback Win Over D.C. United with Israeli Players Key to Match
Charlotte FC defeated D.C. United 3-1 in an MLS match featuring Israeli players Idan Toklomati and Liel Abada, who helped stage a comeback after D.C. initially led. D.C.'s Thai Ba…
Avi Nesher Opens Haifa Film Festival and Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Avi Nesher's film "Our Loves" will open the 42nd Haifa International Film Festival, where he will receive a Lifetime Achievement Award. The film, inspired by real events surroundi…
Ran Benjamin Scores Late Winner for Dallas in Dramatic 4-3 MLS Victory
Israeli midfielder Ran Benjamin scored a last-minute winner for FC Dallas in a 4-3 MLS victory over Real Salt Lake, while other Israeli players also stood out in league matches.
Israeli MLS Players Shine as Tai Baribo Scores Fifth Consecutive Goal
In the latest MLS round, Israeli players Tai Baribo and Liel Abada scored crucial goals, with Baribo extending his scoring streak to five games and Abada netting a penalty in Char…
Inter Miami Suffers Heavy Defeat as Messi Misses Penalty; Israeli Players Shine in MLS
Inter Miami lost 4-1 to Nashville SC with Lionel Messi missing a penalty, marking their third straight defeat. Israeli players Thai Baribo and Liel Abada scored in their teams' ma…
Israeli Filmmaker Guy Nattiv’s New Thriller 'The Liberation' Premieres at Toronto Film Festival
Israeli director Guy Nattiv’s new film The Liberation, based on his grandmother’s story, will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. The thriller features a strong c…
Toronto Police Arrest Eight for Antisemitic Hate Speech at Jewish Neighborhood Protest
Toronto police have arrested eight individuals for displaying antisemitic signs and inciting hatred during a March protest in a Jewish neighborhood. The arrests come amid rising a…
Israeli Universities Rank Among Top Globally for Founders of US Unicorns with Advanced Degrees
Three Israeli universities rank among the top five globally for producing non-American research master’s graduates who founded US unicorn startups, with Tel Aviv University third…
Lorenzo Brown Reveals Plans to Play Two to Three More Seasons After Tough Year in Milan
Lorenzo Brown, after a difficult season with Milan and sidelined since January, plans to play two to three more seasons. The former Maccabi Tel Aviv player shared his career refle…
Europe Dominates NBA with Record 86 Players, Including Four Israelis for 2026/27 Season
For the 2026/27 NBA season, a record 86 European players, including four Israelis, will compete, reflecting Europe's growing dominance in the league. Brooklyn Nets notably feature…
Adopting Vacation Style as a Coping Mechanism Amid Uncertain Summer Travels
With summer travel disrupted by security threats and extreme weather, an Israeli writer urges embracing vacation fashion as a form of escapism. She highlights the popular "Euro Su…
Study Shows Older Adults Can Improve Cognitive Skills, But Sudoku Alone Isn't Enough
A study led by Dr. Lori Cook shows that people in their 70s and 80s can improve cognitive abilities through intensive brain training, challenging the belief that cognitive decline…
Fields Medalist Jacob Zimmerman Joins OpenAI to Focus on AI Safety Amid Existential Concerns
Jacob Zimmerman, Fields Medal-winning mathematician with Israeli roots, joins OpenAI to focus on AI safety amid fears of existential risks. He aims to apply mathematical rigor to…
Avi Nesher’s Film 'Our Loves' Nominated for 12 Ophir Awards and Premieres at Toronto Festival
Avi Nesher’s film "Our Loves" has been nominated for 12 Ophir Awards and selected for the Toronto International Film Festival. Major Hollywood studios FOX and Access Entertainment…
Heated Rivalry Production Urges Fans to Avoid Crowds During Season Two Filming
Ahead of filming for its second season, the production of "Heated Rivalry" has asked fans not to crowd shooting locations to allow the cast and crew to work. The request follows i…
Montreal Kosher Restaurant Burned in Suspected Antisemitic Arson Amid Rising Hate Crimes in Canada
A kosher restaurant in Montreal was severely damaged by a suspected arson attack early Saturday, prompting a police investigation amid a rising wave of antisemitic violence across…
Electra Consumer to Lease 20,000 sqm in RISHO Alpha Complex in Rishon Lezion
Electra Consumer will lease 20,000 sqm in the RISHO Alpha complex in Rishon Lezion, moving in by year-end. Tel Aviv plans to relocate its Separate Beach to the northern city borde…
Shooting Targets Jewish-Owned Security Firm in Toronto Amid Rising Antisemitic Attacks
A Jewish-owned security firm's headquarters in Toronto was targeted in a shooting amid a wave of antisemitic attacks, prompting Prime Minister Trudeau to order a full investigatio…
Nvidia Invests $5 Billion in Former OpenAI Chief Ilya Sutskever’s AI Startup Safe Superintelligence
Nvidia is investing $5 billion in Safe Superintelligence, an AI startup founded by former OpenAI chief scientist Ilya Sutskever. The deal includes access to Nvidia’s Vera Rubin co…
Canadian Prime Minister Condemns Shooting at Jewish Bakery in Toronto
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney condemned shootings at two Jewish bakery branches and the U.S. consulate in Toronto, pledging to fight antisemitism and ensure justice.
Gunfire Strikes Outside US Embassy in Toronto for Second Time This Year
Early Monday, gunfire was reported outside the US Embassy in downtown Toronto, marking the second such incident this year. No injuries occurred, but a white sedan fled the scene…
Ukraine Strikes Iranian Ship Carrying Weapons to Russia, Tehran Warns of Retaliation
Ukraine attacked an Iranian ship carrying weapons to Russia in the Caspian Sea, killing at least one crew member and prompting Tehran to warn of retaliation. Ukraine confirmed the…
Israeli Comedian Guy Hochman Claims Wanted in Thailand Over 'War Crimes' Stickers
Israeli comedian Guy Hochman said he is 'wanted' in Thailand after stickers accusing him of war crimes appeared there. Despite this, he stands by his support for IDF soldiers in G…
Metal Fans Worldwide Honor Ariel Bibas With Tribute Shirt at Concerts
Ariel Bibas, a young Israeli child killed in Gaza, is being commemorated worldwide by metal fans wearing a tribute shirt at concerts. The initiative, started by Avner Resel, has s…
Louise Joy Brown Recognized as World's First Test-Tube Baby on 48th Anniversary
Louise Joy Brown, born in England 48 years ago, is recognized as the first test-tube baby worldwide. A quiz also highlighted various cultural, sports, and scientific facts, includ…
Robert Lewandowski Debuts in MLS as Inter Miami Edges Chicago Fire 3-2
Robert Lewandowski debuted for Chicago Fire in MLS but lost 3-2 to Inter Miami, who won their fifth straight match without Messi. Israeli players Liel Abada, Tay Berivo, and other…
Toronto Man Charged With Supporting Hamas and Inciting Violence Against Israelis and Jews
A Toronto man, Ahmad Hassan Hajahmad, was charged with aiding Hamas and inciting violence against Israelis and Jews at public rallies in 2024, facing up to 10 years in prison.
Prof. Avner Balkin Appointed Head of Glaucoma Unit at Meir Medical Center
Prof. Avner Balkin has been named head of the Glaucoma Unit at Meir Medical Center, bringing expertise in minimally invasive glaucoma surgeries and complex anterior segment proced…
Drake Loses $1.5 Million Betting on Argentina as Spain Wins 2026 World Cup Final
Rapper Drake lost $1.5 million betting on Argentina to win the 2026 World Cup final, as Spain defeated Argentina 1-0. The loss adds to his history of unsuccessful sports bets know…
Jordan Nwora Extends Contract with Crvena Zvezda, Won't Join Hapoel Tel Aviv
Jordan Nwora will extend his contract with Serbian club Crvena Zvezda until 2028, rejecting an offer from Hapoel Tel Aviv. After a breakout EuroLeague season, he aims to continue…
Trump Threatens New Tariffs on Canada Over Wildfire Smoke Impacting US Air Quality
US President Donald Trump threatened to impose additional tariffs on Canada due to massive wildfires causing hazardous smoke to spread across the US, worsening air quality in majo…
Hapoel Jerusalem Eyes Former NBA Swingman Seth Landy After Strong Summer League Showing
Hapoel Jerusalem is interested in signing former NBA player Seth Landy, who has stood out in the NBA Summer League. The 26-year-old swingman played for the Atlanta Hawks last seas…
Massive Wildfires in Ontario Turn Toronto’s Air Quality Worst Worldwide, Smoke Reaches New York Before World Cup Final
Massive wildfires in northwestern Ontario have severely polluted Toronto’s air, making it the worst among major cities worldwide. The smoke has spread into the northeastern U.S…
Portland Trail Blazers Hold Rare NBA Salary Exceptions Amid Active Free Agency
The Portland Trail Blazers hold rare NBA salary cap exceptions allowing them to sign players without luxury tax penalties. After trading for Ja Morant, they still seek depth at fo…
Fox Launches First Flying Tiger Copenhagen Stores in Toronto, Expanding Danish Brand in Canada
Fox Group has launched the first Flying Tiger Copenhagen stores in Toronto, marking the Danish brand's Canadian debut with plans for multiple new locations by 2026. The company se…
Haifa Startup Develops Exosome Therapy to Restore Movement After Spinal Cord Injuries
Noraxon, a Haifa biotech startup, develops an exosome-based therapy to restore nerve function after spinal cord injuries. Using siRNA to inhibit the PTEN protein, their non-invasi…
Two Killed and Five Injured in Toronto Shooting as Gunman Remains at Large
A shooting in Toronto left two dead and five wounded, with the gunman still at large and police urging public caution.
AEK Athens Targets Jeff Dowtin Jr. After Maccabi Tel Aviv Departure
Jeff Dowtin Jr., who left Maccabi Tel Aviv two months ago, is reportedly sought by AEK Athens, competing in the Basketball Champions League, due to his strong shooting skills and…
Mike Batiste Returns to Panathinaikos as Assistant Coach Reuniting with Obradovic
Mike Batiste, Panathinaikos' legendary former center, returns to the club as assistant coach on a three-year deal, reuniting with former coach Željko Obradović. Batiste won 19 tit…
Anadolu Efes Signs Bruno Fernando With Lucrative Two-Year Deal
Anadolu Efes signed Angolan center Bruno Fernando from Partizan Belgrade on a two-year contract worth about $2 million per season, outbidding Maccabi Tel Aviv. Fernando has NBA ex…
NBA Trade for Kawhi Leonard to Toronto Delayed Amid Clippers Investigation
The NBA has delayed Kawhi Leonard's trade from the Clippers to the Raptors pending an investigation into possible salary cap violations involving Leonard's contract. The Clippers…
Hapoel Tel Aviv and Jerusalem Enter Talks to Re-Sign Forward Bruno Caboclo
Bruno Caboclo is in talks to return to Israeli basketball with Hapoel Tel Aviv and Hapoel Jerusalem, amid offers from China and Japan. The Brazilian forward previously played for…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Pursues Partizan Center Bruno Fernando Amid Holmes Uncertainty
Maccabi Tel Aviv is actively negotiating to sign Bruno Fernando from Partizan Belgrade after Rishon Holmes hesitated to join. Fernando, with NBA and European experience, is expect…
Justin Smith Leaves Hapoel Jerusalem After Two Seasons, Joins Buducnost Montenegro
Justin Smith has left Hapoel Jerusalem after two seasons and signed with Buducnost in Montenegro. The 27-year-old forward finished his contract and previously played in Israel sin…
Canada Rejects $49 Billion UAE Investment Offer Citing Lack of Ready Projects
Canada has declined a $49 billion investment offer from the UAE, citing a lack of ready projects to absorb the funds. Despite Prime Minister Mark Carney's earlier announcement of…
