Noa Kirel

HBO Max arrives in Israel while Anderson’s film sparks controversy

TV TIME: HBO Max launches in Israel with a full slate of hit series and films, while Paul Thomas Anderson’s 'One Battle After Another' draws sharp criticism for its politics and plot.

‘The Pitt.’
 Pro-Palestinian protestors hold a flag and a banner outside the RTE (Radio Telefis Eireann) Irish public service broadcaster television studios as demonstrators call for an Irish boycott of the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest if there is Israeli participation, in Dublin, Ireland, November 1, 2025.

Boycotts and rule changes don’t stop Israel topping Eurovision odds

Eden Golan resonated in 2024 with ‘Hurricane,’ about losing love amid trauma, in Israel’s first Eurovision appearance since the Hamas massacre.

Why Israel’s place in Eurovision is worth fighting for

 Israeli singer Noa Kirel holds a press conference in Tel Aviv on August 10, 2022, ahead of the Eurovision Song Contest

Kirel's latest song sparks controversy as songwriter demands credit be removed


What were Israel's top pop culture moments of 2023?

Concerts, stand-up, successful films, oh my! The year 2023 was filmed with iconic moments by Israeli stars, as well as stars in Israel.

 Noa Kirel

Spotify Wrapped 2023: What songs, artists were Israelis tuning into?

Israel is known for many things, including the production of some amazing artists. That might be why Israelis have a strong preference for local music.

Earphones are seen on top of a smart phone with a Spotify logo on it, in Zenica February 20, 2014.

Noa Kirel's new look: Star of David shines for all to see

Kirel delivered an emotional performance of "Unicorn" at the fundraiser for the residents of the southern region.


Noa Kirel raises nearly $30 million for IDF in war effort

The Ben Yosef family and Noa Kirel organized the evenings for IDF soldiers and the FIDF organization in the US, which were attended by philanthropists and businessmen.

 Israeli singer Noa Kirel at the 2022 ACUM Awards ceremony for Hebrew Song near Tel Aviv on September 7, 2022.

Noa Kirel honors Israeli victims of Hamas's massacre in NYC

Artists at home travel Israel to perform soothing songs for a nation in mourning following Hamas's massacre.

 DRAPED IN THE Israeli flag, Noa Kirel performs ‘Hatikvah’ at Barclays Center before the NBA’s Brooklyn Nets played Maccabi Ra’anana last week.

Gal Gadot, celebrities worldwide condemn surprise attack on Israel

Israeli pop star Noa Kirel posted a story showing an Israeli flag, along with the words: “Be strong and take care of yourselves. Am Yisrael Chai!”

 Actor Gal Gadot arrives for the Ninth Breakthrough Prize Ceremony at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, California, U.S., April 15, 2023.

50 Influential Jews: Rising Jewish Music Stars - No. 29

With global fanbases and smash hits, including a widely popular Eurovision performance for one of them, Troye Sivan and Noa Kirel continue to dominate the music industry.

 Noa Kirel and Troye Sivan.

Ishay Ribo becomes first Israeli to perform at Madison Square Garden

The poster for Ribo’s show at the iconic 20,000-seat New York City venue on Sunday highlighted his religious identity.

RELIGIOUS SINGER-SONGWRITER Ishay Ribo opens the Golan Land Festival on May 18

Top Israeli artists to appear at Ramat Gan’s Agam Live concert series

Among the noteworthy concerts will be Berry Sakharof, Idan Amedi, Noa Kirel, Hanan Ben Ari, and Eviatar Banai, who will host Dudu Tassa.

 EVIATAR BANAI is scheduled to perform at Agam Live in Ramat Gan.

Israeli singer Noa Kirel to star at Madison Square Garden next year

The concert is set to take place on June 30, 2024.

 Noa Kirel from Israel holds her country's flag during the grand final of the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest in Liverpool, Britain, May 13, 2023