Despite tense podium incident, Israeli fighter Yoav Manor wins bronze in Abu Dhabi
Competing in the under-77 kilogram division, Manor completed an impressive day on the mats with three victories in four matches to secure a spot on the podium.
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Israeli hoops players end strike, return to the court
Hapoel Tel Aviv loses to Beersheba, Maccabi falls to Beitar in soccer Premier League weekend
ICC plans to seek arrest warrant for Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich - report
Massive explosion in Beit Shemesh area was coordinated test with defense company, officials say
Reports have circulated the theory that the explosion may have destroyed a stockpile of surface-to-air missiles belonging to Arrow-3.
IDF tests Jordan Valley readiness in Dead Sea surprise attack drill - analysis
The IDF held a major Dead Sea drill simulating a surprise attack along the eastern border, including infiltrations, drone threats, and civilian-area incidents.
Strengthening human infrastructure
Genesis Prize Foundation Chairman Stan Polovets reflects on matching gift initiative in honor of 2026 laureate Gal Gadot
Musician Yuval Vilner named as suspect in alleged rape of Shaylee Atary, Naama Shahar
In March, the court had temporarily barred publication of his name, holding off on disclosure due to claims that publication could trigger a suicidal act.
Police thwart attempted motorcycle theft in Bat Yam, arrest two suspects
Police arrested two suspects, including a minor and an illegal resident, after thwarting an attempted vehicle theft in Bat Yam.
Tel Aviv University student wounded in Gaza finds swastika on his car - report
"It's crazy," Dolman told KAN. "It's like you come back from the war, give everything you can for the country, your body and your soul and everything, and you get spit in the face."
IDF reservist dismissed after allegedly vandalizing, damaging Palestinian property while off duty
As a result, the reservist's weapon was confiscated, and he was dismissed from reserve duty, according to Ynet.
‘Why not go right to the heart of it?’: North American immigrants keep choosing Jerusalem
On Jerusalem Day, new Nefesh B’Nefesh figures show Jerusalem still attracting North American Olim, while one young immigrant’s story points to a less expected face of Aliyah to the capital.
Israel’s Noam Bettan takes second place in Eurovision 2026, Bulgaria wins
The winning song was "Bangaranga" by DARA from Bulgaria, and "Choke Me" by Alexandra Căpitănescu came in third place.
Capt. Maoz Israel Recanati killed during combat in southern Lebanon
Recanati was a Platoon Commander in the Golani Brigade’s 12th Battalion, and was due to marry his fiancée in about a month.
