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Israeli-media coverage mentioning VAR, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Israel Sends 18 Athletes to 2026 European Athletics Championships in Birmingham
Israel is sending 18 athletes to the 2026 European Athletics Championships in Birmingham, UK, starting August 10. The team includes experienced marathon runners aiming to defend t…
Israeli Academia Faces Urgent Call to Remove Political Bias from Institutions
Moshe Cohen-Eliya urges Israeli universities to remove institutional political bias while protecting individual academic freedom, to restore legitimacy and public trust. He highli…
Netanya Surpasses Rishon Lezion to Become Fourth Largest Israeli City by Population
Netanya has surpassed Rishon Lezion to become Israel's fourth largest city by population, with 289,121 residents compared to Rishon Lezion's 289,116. The data, from the Population…
Rafael’s 'Or Eitan' Laser Defense System Remains Nonoperational Six Months After Delivery to IDF
Rafael’s 'Or Eitan' laser defense system, delivered to the IDF six months ago, remains nonoperational due to incomplete training and integration. Despite its promise to intercept…
Porter & Sons Launches Decadent Burger Fondue Special with Craft Beers in Tel Aviv
Porter & Sons in Tel Aviv has launched a decadent burger fondue special featuring four rich burger varieties and unique beer-based milkshakes. Open for 16 years and recently addin…
Dacia Launches Hybrid 4X4 Models with Automatic Transmission in Israel
Dacia has launched hybrid 4X4 versions of its Duster and Bigster SUVs in Israel, featuring automatic transmissions and improved performance. The new models replace the previous ma…
Israeli Professor Chaim Sompolinsky Wins Prestigious 2026 Dirac Medal for Theoretical Physics
Professor Chaim Sompolinsky of the Hebrew University won the 2026 Dirac Medal for his pioneering work connecting physics with brain science and AI. The award, given by the ICTP, h…
Guide for Parents: Handling Juvenile Arrests During Summer Break in Israel
Israeli teenagers are at higher risk of criminal charges during summer break due to risky behaviors and social media offenses. Legal protections vary by age, and early legal couns…
Secondhand Apartment Sales Highlight Varied Prices Across Israeli Cities Amid Housing Price Index Drop
Israel's annual housing price index fell 2%, the largest drop in eight years, while inflation stabilized at 1.6%. Recent secondhand apartment sales across cities like Ramat Gan, N…
Israeli NGOs Seek Volunteers Nationwide for Social Support and Rights Advocacy
Multiple Israeli NGOs are seeking volunteers nationwide to support elderly citizens, asylum seekers, people with disabilities, and others in need through various social and rehabi…
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…
Sports Coaches Warn Against Empty Slogans Replacing Real Leadership and Support
The article critiques the use of simplistic motivational slogans in sports coaching, arguing they can mislead players and overlook the complexities of effort and fatigue. It stres…
Zendaya Leads Summer Trend for Oversized Shirts Paired with Fitted Bottoms
Zendaya has popularized the oversized shirt trend this summer, emphasizing pairing loose tops with fitted bottoms for a balanced look. Vintage prints and quality fabrics are key…
Fire Breaks Out in Eilat Apartment, One Person Rescued in Serious Condition
A fire broke out in a third-floor apartment in Eilat, leading to the rescue of one person in serious condition as firefighters work to control the fire.
Gadi Eizenkot's 'Yashar!' Leads Poll as Only 18% Believe Netanyahu Will Enforce Full Draft Law
A Channel 13 poll shows Gadi Eizenkot's "Yashar!" leading with 23 seats, Likud at 22, and only 18% believe Netanyahu will enforce a full draft law. Netanyahu holds a slight edge o…
Red Star Belgrade Renew Interest in Maccabi Tel Aviv's Helio Varela Amid Transfer Challenges
Red Star Belgrade has renewed its pursuit of Helio Varela from Maccabi Tel Aviv, with transfer negotiations complicated by valuation and third-party ownership issues. Varela is ex…
New Hasidic Music Singles and Videos Released Ahead of Elul and Shabbat
Multiple Hasidic music artists have released new singles and videos ahead of Elul and Shabbat, featuring themes of faith, gratitude, and community. Projects include the American "…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Tops Israeli Clubs in European Match Attendance Despite Declines
In the third qualifying round of European football, four Israeli clubs played home matches abroad with varying attendance. Hapoel Tel Aviv led in crowd size despite a drop, Beitar…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Lowers Price for Varela Amid Squad Reshuffle After CSKA Sofia Loss
After a 3-0 loss to CSKA Sofia, Maccabi Tel Aviv lowers Lio Varela's transfer price to 4.5 million euros and prepares for multiple player departures, including Tyrese Asante. The…
Haifa Hosts Its First Food Festival Featuring Top Israeli Chefs and Trendy Dishes
Haifa is hosting its first food festival from August 11-13 featuring top Israeli chefs and diverse cuisines. Concurrently, various restaurants and chains across Israel are launchi…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces Challenges After 3-0 Loss to CSKA Sofia
Maccabi Tel Aviv lost 3-0 to CSKA Sofia in Batumi, exposing squad weaknesses ahead of their Europa League rematch. Coach Kenny Miller criticized the team's performance and stresse…
Manor Solomon Set to Join West Ham After Reaching Agreement with Tottenham
Israeli winger Manor Solomon is set to join West Ham United on a permanent transfer from Tottenham Hotspur, with an agreement reached between the clubs. Solomon, who has experienc…
Israeli Animal Shelters Promote Adoption of Cats and Dogs Across Multiple Cities
Multiple Israeli animal welfare organizations across cities like Kfar Saba, Herzliya, and Ashdod are promoting adoption of cats and dogs, including special needs and senior animal…
Beitar Jerusalem Defender Gil Cohen Injured and Substituted in Match Against Austria Vienna
Beitar Jerusalem defender Gil Cohen was injured during a match against Austria Vienna and replaced by Luka Gadrani. The club plans to sign another foreign defender and release Ail…
Experts Clarify Optimal Protein Intake and Its Impact on Longevity and Health
Dr. Osnat Raziel explains that while protein is essential for health, optimal intake varies by age, activity, and health status. Excess protein does not always improve muscle mass…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces CSKA Sofia in Europa League Qualifier Amid Squad Challenges
Maccabi Tel Aviv faces CSKA Sofia in the Europa League third qualifying round amid squad challenges and without fan support due to UEFA sanctions. Key players are missing, and new…
Clash Among Leading Cantors Over Umm Kulthum Sparks Cultural Debate
A dispute arose between cantors Moshe Habusha and Yechiel Nahari over whether Rabbi Ovadia Yosef listened to Umm Kulthum. Nahari cited evidence that Rabbi Yosef did listen to her…
New Research Shows Brain Training Benefits All Ages, But Sudoku Alone Isn't Enough
A large study led by Dr. Lori Cook shows intensive brain training improves cognitive function across all ages, including seniors, challenging the idea of inevitable decline after…
Iranian Opposition Denounces Regime Support Rallies Amid Hormuz Strait Talks
Iranian opposition activists accuse the regime of orchestrating fake pro-government rallies amid talks with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz. They warn Iran seeks strategic control…
Rabbi Yehuda Deitsch Leads Prayer at Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Tomb on Auspicious Day for Matchmaking
Rabbi Yehuda Deitsch led a prayer gathering at Rabbi Meir Baal Haness's tomb in Tiberias on the spiritually significant 15th of Av, seeking blessings for matchmaking. The event wa…
Retired IDF Officer Shares Emotional Journey Supporting Families of Hamas Hostages
Retired Brigadier General Michal Teshuva played a crucial role supporting families of 13 hostages taken by Hamas on October 7, 2023. She delivered difficult news, maintained hope…
Watermelon Evolves Into Israeli Summer Icon and Palestinian Symbol Amid Agricultural Challenges
Watermelon, originally from East Africa, has evolved into a key summer fruit in Israel and a political symbol for Palestinians. Scientific advances shaped its red color dominance…
Haredi Museum Breaks Attendance Records as Judge Solberg Sparks Election Reporting Controversy
The Haredi museum exhibition 'Heichalot' broke attendance records during Bein Hazmanim, while Judge Salberg's ruling banning polling station reports sparked political debate. Prom…
OpenAI Begins Charging for ChatGPT PowerPoint Integration Starting August 7
OpenAI will start charging Business and Enterprise customers for ChatGPT for PowerPoint usage from August 7, 2024, based on token consumption. Pricing varies by input, cached, and…
Israel Serves as a Crucial Global Bird Migration Corridor Hosting 500 Million Birds Annually
Israel is a key global bird migration corridor where 500 million birds pass annually, benefiting from its unique geographic and ecological diversity. Dr. Haim Moyal explains the c…
Israel's Culinary Scene Expands with 11 New Brunch Spots Across the Country
Eleven new brunch venues have opened across Israel, featuring diverse menus including kosher options and weekday service. Highlights include seafood specialties in Haifa, innovati…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Plans Multiple Key Player Sales Amid Transfer Window Activity
Maccabi Tel Aviv is planning to sell several key players, including Tyrese Asante and Roy Revivo, while seeking reinforcements ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Popular Israeli Grill Restaurant Etzel Oved Opens First Tel Aviv Branch
Etzel Oved, a popular Israeli grill restaurant originally from Or Yehuda, has opened its first Tel Aviv branch near Luna Park. The large venue offers classic and new grilled dishe…
Isaac Noam, Eilat Pioneer and Local Journalism Founder, Dies at 95
Isaac Noam, a founding figure of Eilat and pioneer of local journalism in Israel, died at 95. He spent over six decades developing the city and its media, including founding Israe…
Israeli Guesthouse Owners Warn of Woman Who Stays Without Paying Across the Country
Guesthouse owners across Israel warn of a woman who stays for days under various names and disappears without paying. Despite multiple police complaints, she continues to operate…
Key Retirement Tips to Save Tens of Thousands of Shekels for Israeli Pensioners
Israeli retirees are advised to strategically plan withdrawals from various savings accounts, utilize dual advanced training funds if eligible, and delay pension withdrawals until…
Easy Summer Fruit Bars Recipe with Almonds and Oats for Weekend Treats
A simple recipe for summer fruit bars with almonds and oats uses various ripe fruits and can be prepared in about 75 minutes. The bars bake at 180°C until golden and can be refrig…
Lisa Kudrow Honored with Hollywood Star and Emmy Nod as She Embraces Career Comeback
Lisa Kudrow, famed for playing Phoebe on "Friends," is honored with a Hollywood star and earns a third Emmy nomination for "The Comeback" in 2026, embracing her career resurgence…
Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Awaits Opening After Mixed Wall Street Session
The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange prepares to open after a mixed Wall Street session marked by tech declines and modest oil price drops. Key Israeli stocks and bond yields showed varied…
Cool Springs and Starry Nights Draw Visitors to Negev Desert in August Heat
In August, the Negev Desert offers a cool and dry retreat from Israel's summer heat with air-conditioned jeep tours, cool springs, and night activities. The ongoing "Magic in the…
Dietitian Explains Why Washing Rice Before Cooking Is Beneficial But Not Enough to Remove Arsenic
Dietitian Yarden Ovadia explains that washing rice removes surface dirt but does not significantly reduce arsenic inside the grains. Cooking rice in excess water and draining it i…
Omega-3 Capsules Offer Health Benefits but Are Not Suitable for Everyone, Experts Warn
Omega-3 supplements provide heart and brain health benefits but vary widely in quality and dosage. High doses may increase atrial fibrillation risk, especially in vulnerable patie…
Haredi High-Tech Startups Raise $62 Million, Show 93% Survival Rate After Acceleration Program
Since 2019, 53 Haredi-founded startups supported by BizLabs have raised over $62 million and achieved a 93% survival rate one year post-acceleration. The program helps early-stage…