Newsroom
Ynet
Hebrew news site of the Yedioth Ahronoth Group. We translate its reports into English and compare them with 42 other newsrooms.
Group in the coverage barCentrist pressIts own lean is rated Center.
OwnerYedioth Ahronoth GroupCommercial advertising
Language and baseHebrew · Rishon LeZionFounded 2000
The last 30 days
3,599reports translated
37%first to report
155 mintypical time behind the first report
100%carry a named author
1%opinion and analysis
Why not a score? These are rates we can recompute. A single number would hide whether a newsroom is slow, unnamed, or mostly reprints. How we measure
How Ynet writes
Ynet's tone this month is neutral, close to the rest of the centrist press. On the IDF, the police, Netanyahu, Hamas and the United States its wording is in step with the other newsrooms.
From 3,654 reports this month, judged without the newsroom's name. How this is measuredOnly Ynet had it
Drone Strike Hits Village in Southern LebanonSecurity · 27m agoYouth's Detention Extended After Brother's Accidental Shooting DeathSecurity · 33m agoIDF Pushes 'Yellow Line' Deeper Into Gaza, Adopting New Defense StrategySecurity · 1h agoBig stories Ynet skipped
Abu Mazen Postpones Palestinian Elections Until 2027, Faces Fierce CriticismCovered by 16 newsroomsUS Asked Israel to Strike Iran Independently Before ElectionsCovered by 13 newsroomsMaccabi Tel Aviv Frustrated by Draw, Blame Themselves for Lost PointsCovered by 12 newsroomsLatest from Ynet
Sports · 2h agoRaz Hershko Returns With Bronze Medal From World ChampionshipsIsraeli judoka Raz Hershko returned to Israel on Sunday with a bronze medal from the World Championships in Baku. Hershko defeated Helena Vukovic of Croatia to secure her second individual world championship medal. She expressed pride in competing for her country and determination to achieve further titles. This medal adds to her previous successes, including multiple European championships.Sports · 4h ago · also in 11 newsroomsIsrael Defender Eli Dasa Signs Two-Year Deal With Maccabi HaifaMaccabi Haifa announced Sunday the signing of Israel national team defender Eli Dasa to a two-year contract, keeping him with the club until the summer of 2028. Dasa, who returns to Israeli football after seven years abroad playing in the Netherlands and Russia, joins immediately as a free agent. Coach Barak Bakhar's team is aiming to continue its winning momentum in their upcoming match against Hapoel Jerusalem, which could bring them closer to league leaders Maccabi Tel Aviv.Sports · 5h ago · also in 4 newsroomsMaccabi Tel Aviv Optimistic Euroleague Games Will Return to IsraelMaccabi Tel Aviv is optimistic that Euroleague games will return to Israel after a visit by Euroleague CEO. The Euroleague CEO attended two Maccabi Tel Aviv games, observing large crowds. He is scheduled to meet with Israeli officials and will then decide on the feasibility of hosting games. The decision will be presented to the Euroleague board.Sports · 7h ago · also in 2 newsroomsHapoel Be'er Sheva Disappointed by Performance Despite Victory, Coach Plans Deep RotationHapoel Be'er Sheva defeated Tiberias 2-0, but coach Ran Kozuch was unhappy with the team's performance and plans extensive squad rotation for upcoming matches. The team faces a busy schedule with eight games before the next international break. New foreign signings Forson Amankwah and Joao Victor scored their first goals. Goalkeeper Ofir Marciano expressed disappointment over the ban on fans attending the Europa League match against AZ Alkmaar in the Netherlands.Sports · 7h ago · also in 2 newsroomsHapoel Tel Aviv Celebrates Victory Amidst Coach's Frustration with SubstitutesHapoel Tel Aviv secured a 3-1 victory over Ironi Kiryat Shmona, moving within three points of the league leaders. Goals from Douglas Owusu, Emmanuel Boateng, and Omri Altman secured the win, though coach Eliniv Barda criticized his substitutes for not performing as expected. The team, supported by over 8,000 fans, will aim to continue their positive run against Ironi Tiberias next Saturday. Hapoel Tel Aviv now has the league's best defense after six games.Sports · 8h ago · also in 1 newsroomMessi Scores Brace in Inter Miami's 4-0 Win; Toklomati Nets Winner for Charlotteליאו מסי scored two goals for Inter Miami in their 4-0 victory over D.C. United, just four days after retiring from the Argentine national team. His brace brings his league goal tally to 23 for the season. Meanwhile, Israeli player עידן טוקלומטי scored twice, including the game-winning goal in stoppage time, to lead Charlotte to a 3-2 win over Dallas. Inter Miami extended their unbeaten run against D.C. United to seven games.Sports · 8h agoEx-Maccabi Tel Aviv Manager Yoav Ziv Breaks Silence on DismissalFormer Maccabi Tel Aviv team manager Yoav Ziv has broken his silence, stating his dismissal was due to a club decision for a "refresh" after nine years, not performance issues. Ziv will remain with the club in a senior role. Separately, his replacement was booed by fans before the team's recent 1-1 draw. The club's performance was also criticized after losing points following a winning streak.Sports · 8h agoYoung Israeli Tennis Players Balance School with Professional TrainingTen young Israeli girls are balancing school with intensive tennis training as part of the "Top Talent" program, a joint initiative by Toto and the Tennis Association. The program provides financial and professional support to these athletes, who dedicate most of their day to training and competitions. Families make significant sacrifices, including financial and logistical adjustments, to support their daughters' athletic ambitions. The initiative aims to nurture the next generation of Israeli female tennis players and help them reach their full potential.Sports · 16h ago · also in 2 newsroomsBnei Sakhnin Coach Claims Maccabi Tel Aviv Fans Wished Cancer on Him and DaughtersBnei Sakhnin coach Yossi Abukasis accused Maccabi Tel Aviv fans of severe verbal abuse, including wishing cancer upon him and his daughters, during Saturday's 0-0 draw. Abukasis defended his own curses as a reaction to the fans' prolonged and harsh insults throughout the game. He stated that the fans' behavior, despite them having purchased tickets, was unacceptable and that spectators would understand his reaction if they witnessed the full extent of the abuse.Sports · 18h ago · also in 5 newsroomsHapoel Petah Tikva Faces Technical Loss After 12 Players on FieldHapoel Petah Tikva may face a technical loss after 12 players were on the field during a penalty kick against Maccabi Netanya. The match ended 1-1 with Maor Levy scoring the penalty in added time. The violation occurred during a substitution attempt where a player did not leave the field. The Israeli Football Association will likely review the incident.Sports · 19h ago · also in 5 newsroomsMaccabi Tel Aviv Dominates Hapoel Galil Elyon in Season OpenerMaccabi Tel Aviv opened the Winner League season with a dominant 120-93 victory over Hapoel Galil Elyon. The team established a commanding lead early in the game and maintained control throughout, showcasing strong offensive and defensive performance. This win follows Maccabi's recent successes in the Super Cup and the Winner Cup, setting a positive tone for their domestic campaign.Sports · 20h ago · also in 4 newsroomsEuroleague CEO Visits Israel to Assess Potential Return of GamesEuroleague CEO Tshoos Bueno visited Israel to assess the conditions for potentially resuming Euroleague games in the country. Accompanied by competition manager Diego Gian, Bueno met with Maccabi Tel Aviv officials Shimon Mizrahi and Jason Levien. The delegation planned to attend both a football and a basketball game to evaluate safety and feasibility. Bueno stated the goal is to determine if and when games could return to Israel.Sports · 21h ago · also in 3 newsroomsAnastasia Gorbenko Sets Historic 100 Yard IM Mark in US College LeagueIsraeli swimmer Anastasia Gorbenko set a historic record in the 100-yard individual medley with a time of 51.43 seconds in the US collegiate league. This mark is the fastest ever recorded for the event, though not an official world record due to pool length regulations. Gorbenko also won two breaststroke events and set personal and league records. The CSL is a new league designed to boost college swimming's profile.Sports · 22h agoRaz Hershko Wins Bronze at World Judo ChampionshipsIsraeli judoka Raz Hershko won a bronze medal at the World Judo Championships in Baku, Azerbaijan. She competed in the women's open weight category, defeating Croatia's Helena Vukovic. This medal is a notable achievement for Hershko in the international competition.Sports · 1d agoJudo World Championships: Raz Hershko Loses Semifinal, Will Compete for BronzeIsraeli judoka Raz Hershko lost her semifinal match at the Judo World Championships to Tai-yun Ji Lee of South Korea. She will now compete for the bronze medal in the repechage. Hershko's loss prevents her from advancing to the gold medal match but still offers a chance for a medal.Sports · 1d agoRaz Hershko Reaches World Judo Championship SemifinalsIsraeli judoka Raz Hershko reached the semifinals of the World Judo Championships in Baku in the Women's Openweight category. She needs one more win to guarantee a medal. Hershko defeated competitors from Taiwan, Estonia, and Brazil to advance.Sports · 1d agoHapoel Galil Elyon Aims for Basketball Playoffs After Difficult SeasonsHapoel Galil Elyon begins its sixth consecutive season in Israel's top basketball league with aspirations of reaching the playoffs. The team faced significant challenges in recent years due to security concerns in northern Israel, impacting player recruitment and forcing them to play away from their home arena. Coach Idan Avshalom is optimistic about the current roster, which includes returning Israeli talent and experienced foreign players, and has secured a new main sponsor.Sports · 1d ago · also in 1 newsroomRaz Hershko Advances to World Judo Championships QuarterfinalsIsraeli judoka Raz Hershko has reached the quarterfinals of the Women's Openweight category at the World Judo Championships. She secured her spot by defeating opponents from Taiwan and Estonia. Hershko, a bronze medalist in 2023 and an Olympic silver medalist from Paris 2024, is aiming for a medal after overcoming past disruptions due to military operations.Sports · 1d ago · also in 1 newsroomDeni Avdija Poised for NBA Success Amidst Portland Trail Blazers' Roster ChangesIsraeli player Deni Avdija scored 23 points in a preseason win for the Portland Trail Blazers, sparking optimism for his NBA season. Analysts believe new teammate Ja Morant's playmaking and Damian Lillard's spacing will create more scoring opportunities for Avdija. "Sports Illustrated" writer Jeremy Brenner suggested Avdija could "celebrate" this season due to these offensive dynamics. Morant will need to adjust his role to complement Avdija and Lillard.Sports · 1d ago · also in 5 newsroomsIsraeli Guard Noam Yaacov Signs Exhibit 10 Contract With Cleveland CavaliersIsraeli guard Noam Yaacov, 21, has signed a non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers, aiming to join the NBA. Sports Illustrated noted his scoring ability but suggested limited playing time. The contract offers a potential bonus and a path through the G League affiliate if he doesn't make the main roster. Yaacov faces significant competition for a spot on the 15-player NBA roster.Sports · 1d ago · also in 2 newsroomsWest Ham Miss Chance to Top Table After 1-1 Draw; Dortmund StunnedWest Ham United drew 1-1 with QPR in the English Championship on Friday, missing a chance to temporarily top the league table. Israeli player Manor Solomon played 68 minutes before being substituted. In Germany, Borussia Dortmund conceded two late goals to draw 2-2 with Werder Bremen after leading 2-0 in the 80th minute. Other European matches saw Lens beat Lyon 2-1 and Malaga draw 1-1 with Espanyol.Sports · 1d ago · also in 5 newsroomsIsraeli Guard Noam Yaacov Signs Non-Guaranteed Deal With Cleveland CavaliersIsraeli basketball player Noam Yaacov signed a non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 contract with the NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers, allowing them to evaluate him for potential promotion from their G League team. The one-year deal offers incentives and the possibility of conversion to a two-way contract. Yaacov previously played for Oostende in Belgium, averaging 17.2 points, and has also played for ASVEL, Hapoel Jerusalem, and Hapoel Tel Aviv.Sports · 1d agoIsraeli Basketball League Stars Reveal Unusual Hobbies and SuperstitionsAs the Israeli Basketball Premier League season begins, players are showcasing unique personal interests beyond the game. Oshae Brissett of Maccabi Tel Aviv is a photography enthusiast, while teammate Bonzie Colson has a theater background. Shahar Shalmon of Maccabi Ashdod is a TikTok star with hundreds of thousands of followers. Other players have diverse hobbies including coffee expertise, chess, and extensive shoe collecting, adding personal flair to the league.Sports · 2d agoLeBron James Debuts for Philadelphia in Preseason LossLeBron James made his debut for the Philadelphia 76ers in a preseason game against the Brooklyn Nets, which resulted in a 114-108 loss. James, playing 18 minutes, scored 10 points, had five assists, and four rebounds. He acknowledged the adjustment to a new team and uniform, stating it felt "a bit different." The Nets secured the win with contributions from Israeli players Danny Wolf and Ben Sharf. Coach Nick Nurse praised James's playmaking despite the loss.Sports · 2d agoHundreds Participate in Winner Race in Afula Honoring Fallen Soldiers and Gaza Envelope VictimsThe fourth annual Winner Race was held in Afula, with around 2,700 participants. The event honored fallen soldiers and victims from the Gaza envelope communities. The race included categories for a half marathon, 10 km, 5 km, 2 km, and handcycling.Sports · 2d agoBrooklyn Nets Spoil LeBron James's Debut for PhiladelphiaLeBron James debuted for Philadelphia in a 114-108 loss to the Brooklyn Nets, who were aided by Israeli players Dani Wolf and Ben Saraf. James scored 10 points in the first half before sitting out the second as Brooklyn rallied from a deficit. The Nets secured the win despite a late Sixers comeback attempt. In other NBA action, the Lakers beat the Kings, Miami defeated New Orleans, and Atlanta won against San Antonio.Sports · 2d ago · also in 3 newsroomsMaccabi's Slow Pace and Defense Draw Scrutiny After EuroLeague WinMaccabi Tel Aviv secured their first EuroLeague win against Milan, but the victory highlighted concerns over their slow pace and defensive intensity. Despite the win, the team needs to improve its speed and defense for future games. In another EuroLeague match, Hapoel Tel Aviv lost to undefeated Valencia, with criticism directed at coach Itoudis for questionable player rotations and over-reliance on Vasilije Micić. Hapoel is still building its identity, and Itoudis is urged to make decisive choices.Sports · 2d ago · also in 4 newsroomsMaccabi Tel Aviv Secures First EuroLeague Win, Eyes Return to IsraelMaccabi Tel Aviv secured their first EuroLeague win by defeating Milan 97-79 in Belgrade, following three early season losses. Key players Yam Madar and Daniel Theis showed promising performances, contributing 17 and 8 points respectively, as the team aims to build confidence. Coach Oded Kattash highlighted the team's improved energy and urgency. Maccabi is also actively working to bring its EuroLeague home games back to Israel from Belgrade, potentially relocating to Cyprus if the effort fails.Sports · 2d ago · also in 3 newsroomsBlakeney's 30 Points Not Enough for Hapoel Tel Aviv in EuroLeague LossHapoel Tel Aviv lost to Valencia 93-82 in their second EuroLeague defeat, falling to a 2-2 record. Antonio Blakeney led the team with 30 points, but it was insufficient as Valencia controlled most of the game. The team's players acknowledged making mistakes and not controlling the pace. Hapoel Tel Aviv will now focus on their Israeli League opener on Sunday.Sports · 2d agoLeBron James Debuts for Philadelphia in Preseason Loss to BrooklynLeBron James debuted for the Philadelphia 76ers in a 114-108 preseason loss to the Brooklyn Nets. James scored 10 points in 18 minutes. Israeli players Danny Wolf and Ben Sharf played for the Nets, contributing 9 and 5 points respectively.More from Ynet