Utah
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Utah, translated into English and compared across sources. 23 recent stories.
Emmanuel Sharp gets his NBA shot with Sacramento, while Noam Yaacov goes undrafted
Emanuel Sharp was drafted 45th overall by the Sacramento Kings, becoming Israel’s 10th NBA draft pick. Noam Yaacov went undrafted, while another Jewish player, Jaylon Jones, was s…
Nearly 20 Years After Utah Hike Death, Husband Arrested in Cold-Case Murder Probe
David Vander Meer was arrested nearly 20 years after his wife Bernadette died in a fall at Zion National Park in Utah. He faces murder and insurance fraud charges after a reopened…
How to use an electronic trash can on Shabbat when the light stays on
Rabbi Benyamin Hutah answers a Shabbat question about using an electronic trash can after it has been disconnected but its light remains on. The practical ruling is presented in a…
What Comes Next for Noam Yaacov After Going Undrafted?
Noam Yaacov went undrafted in the NBA draft in New York, leaving him with several paths toward the league. He is set to play for Israel, may join the Las Vegas Summer League start…
What to say first when visiting mourners
Rabbi Benjamin Hutah’s daily halacha video on Kikar HaShabbat discusses the rules of comforting mourners. It says a visitor should not start talking before the mourner does, and p…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Targets Colson Return and Major Frontcourt Reinforcements
Maccabi Tel Aviv won its 58th Israeli title by defeating Hapoel Tel Aviv 3-1 in the finals. The club is pursuing Bonzie Colson and several center options as it prepares for a summ…
Mamdani-backed progressives surge in New York as Israel becomes a defining fault line
Zohran Mamdani-backed candidates swept three New York congressional primaries, including two upset wins over incumbents. The contests highlighted deep Democratic divisions over Is…
Caleb Wilson Says He Wants to Surpass Michael Jordan After Going Fourth to Chicago
Caleb Wilson was selected fourth overall by Chicago in the 2026 NBA Draft and immediately said he wants to be bigger than Michael Jordan. The draft also saw AJ Dybantsa go first t…
Washington Takes AJ Dybantsa First in a Predictable 2026 NBA Draft Opening Round
The 2026 NBA Draft began overnight with Washington selecting AJ Dybantsa first overall. Brooklyn used the No. 6 pick on point guard Mikel Brown Jr., while the rest of the lottery…
2026 NBA Draft Preview: Washington on the Clock, Second Round Could Include Israelis
The 2026 NBA Draft opens overnight, with Washington holding No. 1 and still weighing AJ Dybantsa against Darryn Peterson. Several top picks are projected, and Noam Yaakov and Emma…
Emmanuel Sharpe’s Draft Run Includes Workouts With 13 Teams
Emmanuel Sharpe is projected to be a second-round pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. A Sport 5 report says he worked out for 13 NBA teams and drew strong praise from Houston coaches.
Rod Stewart Cuts Utah Show Short After Near-Fainting, Delays Las Vegas Dates
Rod Stewart, 81, halted a Utah concert after nearly fainting and using oxygen backstage. He has also postponed and canceled multiple Las Vegas, Nevada, and California shows becaus…
Utah Expected to Await Noam Yaacov as NBA Draft Looms
Noam Yaacov is preparing for the 2026 NBA Draft, but Utah expects him to play for the Utes next season. U.S. media have praised the Israeli guard and projected him as a major cont…
Emmanuel Sharp Rises to the Brink of the First Round, while Noam Yaacov Lands at No. 57
NBA draft analyst John Hollinger ranked Emmanuel Sharp 32nd and Noam Yaacov 57th ahead of next week’s draft. Sharp was praised for his shooting and defense, while Yaacov was descr…
Lakers Eye Shot-Blocking Bigs and Defensive Wings After Doncic’s Public Pitch
Luka Doncic has urged the Lakers to add shooters and athletic centers for a crucial offseason. ESPN’s Dave McMenamin says Los Angeles is targeting young big men, defensive wings…
Cuban Admits Knicks Missed on Brunson as New York Faces Salary-Cap Squeeze
Mark Cuban admitted the Mavericks badly misjudged Jalen Brunson before he left for the Knicks in 2022. Separately, Knicks owner James Dolan said New York will not cross the NBA’s…
NBA Finals Draw Huge TV Audience as Green Criticizes Wembanyama's Exit
The Knicks beat San Antonio 94-90 on Saturday night to win their first NBA title in 53 years, and the Finals drew the league's biggest TV audience since 1998. Jalen Brunson scored…
Autism Families Spend Thousands on Unproven Stem Cell Treatments Despite FDA Warnings
Families in the U.S. are paying thousands of dollars for unapproved stem cell treatments for autism despite no evidence they work. The FDA and medical experts warn the treatments…
Base-jumping and Slacklining Star Andy Lewis Killed in Utah Cliff Jump
Andy Lewis, the base-jumping and slacklining star who appeared with Madonna at the 2012 Super Bowl, died in a tandem cliff jump accident in Utah. A second jumper, Danny Joe Cargle…
Noam Yaacov’s NBA Draft Stock Rises With Strong U.S. Praise
Noam Yaacov’s NBA draft profile is rising, with The Athletic placing him No. 47 and ESPN slotting him No. 59. Analysts praised his creativity, speed and excitement, while warning…
Jalen Brunson Named Finals MVP as Knicks End 53-Year Title Drought
Jalen Brunson won the 2026 NBA Finals MVP award after leading the New York Knicks to a 4-1 series win over the San Antonio Spurs. New York captured its first NBA title since 1973…
Noam Yaacov’s Next Step After the Belgian Title Loss
Noam Yaacov’s season in Belgium ended with Oostende’s 3-2 finals loss to Antwerp in overtime. He is now preparing for the June 23-24 NBA draft, where he is projected as a second-r…
How to Perform the Mitzvah of Shiluach Haken Several Times at the Same Nest
Rabbi Benyamin Hutah explains in Kikar HaShabbat’s daily halacha segment how the mitzvah of shiluach haken can be performed several times at the same nest. He says that after send…
