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Israel's public broadcaster, successor to the Israel Broadcasting Authority. We translate its reports into English and compare them with 43 other newsrooms.
Group in the coverage barCentrist pressIts own lean is rated Center.
OwnerIsraeli Public Broadcasting CorporationPublic broadcasting budget
Language and baseHebrew · JerusalemFounded 2017
The last 30 days
590reports translated
49%first to report
159 mintypical time behind the first report
96%carry a named author
0%opinion and analysis
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How Kan News writes
Kan News's tone this month is neutral, close to the rest of the centrist press. On Netanyahu, the IDF, the police, Hamas and the United States its wording is in step with the other newsrooms.
From 577 reports this month, judged without the newsroom's name. How this is measuredOnly Kan News had it
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Sports · 10h ago · also in 12 newsroomsArtem Dolgopyat Wins Bronze at World Gymnastics ChampionshipsIsraeli gymnast Artem Dolgopyat won a bronze medal at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Rotterdam, Netherlands on Saturday. This adds to his previous silver medal in the floor exercise. Dolgopyat is also the current European champion.Sports · 11d agoBnei Sakhnin to Host Memorial Match for Nova Massacre Victim Lior AssulinFootball club Bnei Sakhnin will host a memorial match for former player Lior Assulin, killed at the Nova festival, on October 20, 2026. The match will pit the 2003/2004 cup-winning team against the current squad. Assulin's family has expressed reservations, citing a lack of prior contact and unanswered questions about the event's format. The club insists on honoring his legacy, while the family awaits further clarification.Sports · 12d ago · also in 3 newsroomsRaz Hershko Wins Bronze, Expresses Mixed Feelings After World ChampionshipsIsraeli judoka Raz Hershko won a bronze medal at the Judo World Championships in Baku, expressing disappointment at not winning gold despite feeling she was capable. She defeated Olympic champion Beatriz Souza before losing to a South Korean opponent. Hershko dedicated her medal to fallen soldier Yonatan Guttin and highlighted the team's efforts, including Karem Primov's silver medal.Sports · 14d agoRaz Hershko Wins Bronze at World Judo ChampionshipsIsraeli judoka Raz Hershko won a bronze medal at the World Championships on Saturday in the over 78 kg category. She defeated Croatia's Helena Vuković in overtime for the medal. This is Hershko's third world championship medal, and she also holds a European title and an Olympic silver. Last month, she won gold at the Grand Slam in Budapest.Sports · 17d ago · also in 11 newsroomsIsraeli Judoka Karem Primu Reaches World Championship FinalIsraeli judoka Karem Primu reached the World Championship final in Baku on Wednesday, guaranteeing Israel a silver or gold medal. She defeated the world's second-ranked competitor in the semifinals. Primu will face the top-ranked Japanese judoka in the final later today, which coincides with the third anniversary of the October 7th massacre.Sports · 27d ago · also in 12 newsroomsIsrael Football Team Suffers Humiliating 3-0 Loss to Ireland Amidst ControversyIsrael's national football team lost 3-0 to Ireland in a UEFA Nations League match held in Hungary. The game proceeded despite calls for a boycott in Ireland due to public sentiment over the Gaza conflict.Sports · 29d agoKurdish Football Club Amedspor Tops Turkish League Amidst Political TensionsAmedspor, a Kurdish-identified football club, has surprisingly taken the lead in Turkey's top football league. The team's success, featuring Israeli player Dia Saba, is seen by some as a symbol of Kurdish identity amidst political challenges.Sports · 41d ago · also in 8 newsroomsRaz Hershko Wins Gold at Budapest Grand Slam Judo TournamentIsraeli judokas Raz Hershko and Yitzhak Narkhov won gold medals at the Budapest Grand Slam tournament. Hershko triumphed in the over 78 kg category, while Narkhov secured gold in the under 60 kg division.Sports · 42d ago · also in 10 newsroomsIsrael's Steinberg Wins Windsurfing World Championship GoldIsraeli windsurfer Tamar Steinberg won gold at the World Championships in England, with fellow Israeli Sharon Kantor taking silver. In other Israeli sports news, judoka Kerem Primo secured a bronze medal at the Grand Slam in Budapest.Sports · 43d ago · also in 3 newsroomsIsraeli Judoka Yizhak Azani Wins Gold at Budapest Grand SlamIsraeli judoka Yizhak Azani won a gold medal in the under-60kg category at the Budapest Grand Slam tournament. He defeated Enzo Jean of France in the final match with an ippon throw. Azani expressed that the victory was a special feeling after recovering from an injury.Sports · 50d ago · also in 9 newsroomsRichard Daiz Exercises Right of First Refusal to Gain Control of Maccabi Tel Aviv Basketball ClubRichard Daiz is set to become the controlling owner of Maccabi Tel Aviv basketball club after exercising his right of first refusal to buy shares intended for Jason Levien. Daiz stated his goal is to protect the club and restore it to European prominence.Sports · 54d ago · also in 5 newsroomsMaccabi Tel Aviv Hosts Maccabi Haifa in Top Israeli League ClashMaccabi Tel Aviv is hosting Maccabi Haifa in a top Israeli Premier League match on Monday, with both teams coming off opening-day victories. The game is being broadcast live, and related news includes fan altercations and another team's European elimination.Sports · 60d ago · also in 4 newsroomsHapoel Be'er Sheva Falls in Champions League Playoff, Drops to Europa LeagueHapoel Be'er Sheva was eliminated from the Champions League playoff after losing 5-2 to Sabah FC in Baku, dropping to the Europa League group stage. The team will host its home matches in Bucharest due to security concerns in Israel. This was Be'er Sheva's first failure to reach the Champions League group stage, which would have made them the fourth Israeli club to do so.Sports · 60d ago · also in 2 newsroomsUri Levi Reflects on Miki Berkovich's Legendary Basketball Career and Recent Health StrugglesUri Levi honors Miki Berkovich, Israel's basketball legend, recalling their shared history and Berkovich's illustrious career. Despite recent health struggles now public, Berkovich remains surrounded by family and is to receive the Israel Prize in sports.Sports · 64d ago · also in 5 newsroomsArtyom Dolgopyat Wins Third European Floor Exercise Title in ZagrebIsraeli gymnast Artyom Dolgopyat won his third European floor exercise title at the 2024 championships in Zagreb, overcoming Russian rival Arseni Dokhno. His victory adds to his impressive record, including Olympic gold and silver medals.Sports · 66d ago · also in 4 newsroomsHapoel Be'er Sheva Wins First Leg Against Sabah in Champions League PlayoffHapoel Be'er Sheva defeated Sabah 2-1 in the first leg of the Champions League playoff, overcoming an early deficit with goals from Javon East and Igor Zlatanović. The second leg will take place next week in Baku, with over 1,000 fans celebrating in Bucharest where the match was hosted.Sports · 69d ago · also in 5 newsroomsIsrael Wins Team Gold in European Athletics Marathon; Ayele Gashau Takes Individual BronzeIsrael's marathon team won gold at the European Athletics Championships, with Ayele Gashau earning individual bronze.Sports · 70d ago · also in 5 newsroomsIsraeli Footballer Anan Khalaily Signs Record Deal with Crystal PalaceIsraeli footballer Anan Khalaily has signed with Crystal Palace for a record 21 million pounds, ending his time at Union Saint-Gilloise. The 21-year-old's earlier transfer to Inter Milan collapsed due to medical issues. Khalaily had notable success in Belgium and internationally with Israel's U-20 team.Sports · 75d ago · also in 4 newsroomsIsraeli Footballer Manor Solomon Signs Three-Year Deal with West Ham UnitedIsraeli footballer Manor Solomon has signed a three-year contract with West Ham United in England's Championship league, with a reported transfer fee of 5 million pounds from Tottenham Hotspur. Solomon expressed excitement about joining a club with a strong fan base and European history. This move follows several loans after his transfer to Tottenham in 2023. Separately, Enan Khalaily's transfer to Crystal Palace was also confirmed.Sports · 76d ago · also in 4 newsroomsIsraeli Footballer Anan Khalaily Agrees Transfer to Crystal Palace After Inter Deal Falls ThroughIsraeli footballer Anan Khalaily has agreed to join Crystal Palace after a failed transfer to Inter Milan due to medical reasons. Khalaily previously excelled at Union Saint-Gilloise and Maccabi Haifa and will now join a successful Crystal Palace squad.Sports · 77d ago · also in 4 newsroomsManor Solomon Signs Three-Year Deal with West Ham for £5 MillionIsraeli footballer Manor Solomon has signed a three-year contract with West Ham United for £5 million plus bonuses, following earlier doubts about the transfer due to fan concerns. Medical tests are scheduled for the next day. Solomon previously played for Tottenham and was loaned to several clubs.Sports · 79d ago · also in 4 newsroomsManor Solomon Transfer to West Ham Falls Through Over Fee DisputeManor Solomon will not join West Ham after Tottenham and West Ham failed to agree on a transfer fee. Despite wanting to stay in England, Solomon may need to move to another league. West Ham reportedly hesitated due to fan concerns over his Israeli origin.Sports · 80d ago · also in 6 newsroomsFormer Beitar Jerusalem Footballer Shimon Chernukha Dies at 78Shimon Chernukha, a notable former player for Beitar Jerusalem football club, died at 78 on Wednesday.Sports · 80d ago · also in 2 newsroomsFirst Hearing Held in Israeli Football Doping Case Against Ironi TiberiasThe Israel Football Association held the first hearing in the doping case against Ironi Tiberias, accused of using banned stimulants. The club faces possible points deductions and suspensions, with the process expected to last weeks and no immediate verdicts.Sports · 96d ago · also in 3 newsroomsWorld Cup 2026 Final Breaks Digital Viewing Records in IsraelThe 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina set new digital and TV viewership records in Israel, with 5.4 million digital views and a 40.6% TV rating. Spain won 1-0 in extra time, securing their second World Cup title.Sports · 97d agoFootball Evokes Deep Emotions Worldwide, Explains Israeli World Cup BroadcasterIsraeli World Cup commentator Yehonatan Cohen shares how football shaped his identity and evokes intense emotions, reflecting on his journey from childhood fan in Jerusalem to broadcasting the 2026 final. The sport's power to build community and stir deep feelings is explored ahead of the World Cup semi-final between Yamal and Mbappe.Sports · 99d ago · also in 2 newsroomsPelé's 1958 World Cup Final Jersey Sells for Nearly $5 MillionPelé's jersey from the 1958 World Cup final sold for nearly $5 million, setting a record for Pelé memorabilia and ranking second among football jersey sales. Brazil won the final 5-2 against Sweden, with Pelé scoring twice at age 17.Sports · 101d ago · also in 4 newsroomsEngland vs Argentina World Cup Semi-Final Evokes Deep Historical Rivalry Beyond FootballThe England vs Argentina World Cup semi-final is steeped in over a century of historical and political rivalry, including the 1982 Falklands War and iconic football moments like Maradona’s 'Hand of God.' The match tonight features stars Lionel Messi and Harry Kane and carries significance far beyond the game itself.Sports · 102d ago · also in 4 newsroomsErling Haaland Brings Home Unique Raccoon Souvenir From Texas After World Cup WinNorwegian footballer Erling Haaland brought home a distinctive stuffed raccoon souvenir from Texas after Norway’s World Cup win, sparking viral attention and a social media naming contest.Sports · 102d agoAmin Yamal and Kylian Mbappe Face Off in 2026 World Cup Semifinal ClashAmin Yamal and Kylian Mbappe meet in the 2026 World Cup semifinal, highlighting a rivalry between two football superstars from Spain and France. Yamal, a Euro 2024 hero, struggled in this World Cup, while Mbappe excelled with record-breaking performances. Their clash embodies generational, cultural, and commercial contrasts beyond the game.More from Kan News