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At age 25: Olympic medalist Avishag Semberg retires
After a stellar career highlighted by an Olympic bronze in Tokyo, the taekwondo fighter who became one of Israel’s most beloved athletes will announce her retirement at a press conference.
Herzog honors Israel Bonds for raising billions post-Oct 7 while mourning northern school tragedy
IDF to start awarding medals for sacrifice, heroism to soldiers who fought in October 7 battles
Herzog says he will recommend Israelis who aided in flydubai attack for medal for civilian heroism
US soldier who protected Jews in POW camp during WWII to be awarded Medal of Honor
The Medal of Honor ceremony is scheduled for March 2, 2026.
Israel makes waves, wins three medals at Pickleball World Cup
Team Israel made a stunning debut at the Pickleball World Cup in Florida, defeating the reigning world champions and winning one gold and two silver medals.
Gold, bronze, and more to come for Israel at World Games
“Another amazing day with incredible results that once again show the outstanding athletes we have in Israel, especially in non-Olympic sports," said Arik Kaplan.
Nimrod Ryeder wins jiu-jitsu gold for Israel at World Games
Ryeder delivered a flawless tournament to retain the title he won at the 2022 World Games in Birmingham. A multiple-time European and world champion, Ryeder continues to dominate.
Israel's science teams conclude olympiad season with record 26 medals
The Education Ministry and the Maimonides Fund's Future Scientists Center proudly announced the final tally as the last three teams of the season returned.
Israel grabs Invictus Games gold, bronze
Them Israel's 20 athletes, who have sustained injuries during IDF service, are set to compete in various disciplines, including swimming, cycling, archery, table tennis, and indoor rowing.
Holocaust survivor to return German award over far-right role in parliamentary vote
The AfD, which is under state surveillance on suspicion of being right-wing extremist, has come under fire in the past for criticizing Germany's culture of remembrance around the Holocaust.
Herzog to bestow prestigious medal on leaders aiding Israel and Jewish communities
Some have invested heavily in Israeli business enterprises and are also generous supporters of Israeli academic, medical, security, and cultural organizations, institutions, and projects.
Israeli swimmer Ami Dadaon wins Paralympic bronze, his 4th Paris medal and Israel’s 10th
Israeli swimmer Ami Dadaon won bronze in the men’s 50-meter freestyle S4 at the 2024 Paris Paralympics, earning his fourth medal.
Israelis desperately needed something to celebrate, and our Olympians gave us just that - editorial
Maybe it’s serendipity, or maybe it’s a much-needed act of mercy, but the fact that the Summer Olympics have been taking place during this time of anxiety and uncertainty has been a “godsend.”
