Shot, Caged, Starved: Hostage’s Horrific Story After 13 Months in Gaza Tunnels
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Khamenei’s Firewall: Iran’s Regime Rolls Out Class-Based Internet to Reward Loyalty
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Mediators Trash Hamas Response to Ceasefire Deal: “We’re Not Even Passing This to Israel”
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Iranian Helicopter Nearly Opens Fire on US Warship Near Gulf Waters
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Mossad Involved? Iran’s Quds Chief Speaks After String of Explosions
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Mediators: Hamas Is Ready For A Deal; Israel: No Evidence Of This
Sources speaking to Saudi media claim that Hamas and other terrorist factions are open to negotiating a deal, while Israeli sources note no evidence that Hamas has become more flexible at all in its conditions.
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Israel Burns at 47.2°C: Hottest Day Ever Sparks Heatwave Chaos
Israel experienced its hottest day of 2025, with temperatures reaching 47.2°C at the Dead Sea and extreme heat stress across the country. The ongoing heatwave has heightened health and fire risks, prompting urgent public safety measures.
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IDF: There Is No Starvation In Gaza
IDF Spokesperson Effi Defrin described how the army is balancing military operations with humanitarian aid.
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Lindsey Graham: "Israel will take Gaza like we did in Tokyo and Berlin"
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham got in hot water by encouraging Israel’s Gaza offensive to replicate U.S. destruction of Tokyo and Berlin in WWII.
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Opinions
How Hamas' "Starvation" Narrative Cracked The Hostage Talks
Gila Isaacson
The Rebbe's Wife Without a Head Covering: A Leaked Photo Sparks Halachic Debate
Mendy Shapiro
Piers Morgan Makes Money off Palestinian blood
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Curly Hair: A Story of Pride, Prejudice, and a Long Road to Acceptance
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Jewish World
Pop icon Rosalía enters a global debate, and not everyone is clapping
Spanish designer Miguel Adrover refuses to work with pop star Rosalía, criticizing her limited public response to the Gaza conflict. The controversy highlights celebrity activism debates.
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Shabbat Times for July 25–26, 2025: Parashat Matot-Masei
Discover candle lighting and Havdalah times around the world, as we welcome the double Torah portion of Matot-Masei this Shabbat.
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How the Mossad Recruited Hitler’s Most Dangerous Commando
In 1962, facing a deadly Egyptian missile threat built by ex-Nazi scientists, Israel’s Mossad launched Operation Damocles, a covert campaign involving secret missions, targeted assassinations, and an unlikely alliance with Otto Skorzeny, Hitler’s most notorious commando.
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London Trans Pride Bans “Zionists,” Sparking Accusations of Antisemitism
London Trans Pride’s ban on “Zionists” for its 2025 march has drawn accusations of antisemitism from Jewish LGBTQ+ activists, who argue it excludes most Jews and overlooks Hamas’s persecution of queer individuals. The group’s partial retraction and continued support for Palestine have fueled debates about inclusivity and double standards in progressive spaces.
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Analysis
Iran’s Nuclear Resurgence: Is Israel Ready for the Ultimate Threat?
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The American Inquisition: How the New Right Revived Antisemetism
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The Untold Truth About the Epstein Files – What We Know vs. What We Want to Believe
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The Druze Crisis and the Collapse of Legal Protections in Syria
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World News
ISIS-Backed Rebels Kill At least 21 in Church Attack in Eastern Congo
Islamic State-backed ADF rebels massacred at least 21 worshippers during a night mass at a Catholic church in Komanda, eastern Congo. Fatality estimates range up to 40, leaving burned bodies and fleeing civilians in their wake.
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Wildfires Devastate Greece and Turkey, Temperatures Hit 50°C, 13 Dead
One of the worst climate disasters in decades strikes the Eastern Mediterranean as relentless wildfires, fueled by extreme heat and strong winds, consume entire regions.
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BREAKING: Brazil Withdraws from Holocaust Remembrance Alliance
Israel claims Brazil withdraw from Holocaust remembrance alliance while joining ICJ genocide case. Brazilian officials have not confirmed the withdrawal amid diplomatic tensions.
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Rapaport Rips Anti-Semite Mamdani: ‘Zohran the Moron’ Threatens NYC’s Jews
Michael Rapaport fiercely denounced NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani as an antisemitic hypocrite for his anti-Israel rhetoric, urging New Yorkers to resist his divisive agenda. The comedian’s passionate defense of Israel and commitment to staying in the city highlight the stakes of Mamdani’s dangerous policies in the 2025 election.
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Jerusalem Shut Down, Clashes Erupt Near Bnei Brak as Haredi Protesters Block Roads
Massive traffic jams, chants of 'Nazis', and blocked highways as ultra-Orthodox protests erupt over yeshiva student arrests
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Private Meeting in Bnei Brak: Rabbi to US Ambassador — “Ask Trump to Help Us”
In a private 25-minute meeting, Rabbi Dov Landau asked the US ambassador to deliver a personal message to Trump about the survival of the Torah world
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Mass Protests Erupt After Arrest of Three Haredi Draft Dodgers
Mass ultra-Orthodox protests sweep Israel following the arrest of three yeshiva students for draft evasion. Demonstrations expected across major cities with potential disruptions.
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Bereaved Father: “The Yeshiva Division Must Cancel Bein Hazmanim – This Is No Time for Vacations!”
Attorney Itzik Bonzel, whose son fell in Gaza, pleads with yeshiva leaders to cancel the break and keep learning during wartime: “The Torah world is part of the battlefield. Let no one leave the beit midrash.”
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Crime & Justice
IDF Soldier Arrested for Selling Info to Iranian Agents
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Shin Bet Launches New Campaign Against Iranian Recruitment Attempts
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Netanyahu Testifies and Lashes Out: “It’s Like Talking to a Wall”
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Knife-Wielding Relative Indicted for Friday-Night Terror in Jerusalem Apartment
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Travel
Masada: A Fortress of Defiance Above the Dead Sea
A mountaintop stronghold, a tale of tragedy and triumph, Masada is more than a destination. It's a declaration carved into desert stone.
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Machane Yehuda Market: Where Jerusalem Comes Alive
Where ancient flavors meet modern murals and challah meets cocktails, Machane Yehuda is more than a market. It’s the beating heart of Jerusalem, alive with history, hunger, and hustle.
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Discover Mount Bental: Israel's Volcanic Treasure
Mount Bental, a volcanic peak in Israel’s Golan Heights, offers sweeping views of Syria and deep ties to biblical and modern military history. Once a fierce battlefield, today it’s a popular visitor site blending geopolitics, nature, and Jewish heritage.
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3,000 Years in a Day: Exploring the Jewish Quarter of Jerusalem’s Old City
The Jewish Quarter in Jerusalem’s Old City captivates with historic sites like the Western Wall, archaeological treasures like the Cardo, and serene courtyards, offering a deep dive into Jewish heritage. Best visited in spring or fall, it combines spirituality, history, and vibrant culture in a compact, walkable enclave.
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History
Abraham Maslow: The Psychologist Who Placed the Soul Center Stage
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When a Talmudic Sage Was Suspected of Christianity: The Tragedy That Destroyed an Entire Family
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Léon Blum: The First Jewish Prime Minister of France Who Defied Hate and Made History
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The Jews | Column 3 – Barry Goldwater: The First Jewish Candidate for U.S. President
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LifeStyle
Michal HaKetana and Nataly Dadon Move Crowds at Event for Mothers and Children
Michal HaKetana and Nataly Dadon headlined a special event at Hai Kef Park, celebrating mothers and children supported by Efrat Organization during challenging times.
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Athens–Tel Aviv Air Bridge Expands as Sky Express Joins Surge in Post-War Routes
Sky Express, a Greek low-cost airline, will launch daily flights from Athens to Tel Aviv starting December 2025 at €109 one-way, offering Israeli travelers access to Greece’s domestic and international network. The move, alongside resumed services by Air Seychelles and Lufthansa Group, signals a recovery in Israel’s air travel market post-conflict.
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Photos of Influencer Adele Bespalov Spark Outcry Over “Extreme Thinness”
Israeli influencer Adele Bespalov faces backlash over Terminal X fashion campaign photos, igniting debate about social responsibility and body image standards in the fashion industry.
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Harry & Meghan’s Netflix Era Isn’t Over Yet—Here’s What’s Coming Next
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry explore new television ventures as their $100M Netflix deal concludes, with multiple projects in development and lifestyle brand expansion plans.
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Food
Business & Economy
IDF Gets Major Upgrade: 500 Million Deal for Humvees
The Israeli Ministry of Defense signed a strategic deal worth 500 million shekels to acquire hundreds of new AM General Humvees for ground forces modernization.
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"Make Fast Food Great Again": What Happened to America’s Cheapest Meal?
Remember when $10 could get you full? Now you need $18 and a minor loan. Welcome to America, 2025
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Europe Is Falling Behind Economically, Warns JPMorgan CEO
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns that Europe is losing ground economically to the U.S. and China, citing stagnant growth and declining competitiveness.
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Tel Aviv Now 8th Most Expensive City for Housing Globally, Report Finds
Tel Aviv’s real estate market, now the eighth most expensive globally, faces an affordability crisis as prices soar 11.2% annually, driven by a booming tech sector and foreign investment. Government tax hikes, high mortgage rates, and a surplus of unsold apartments exacerbate challenges for local buyers, with rents also climbing sharply.
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Tech
Unprecedented Endurance: Israel Aerospace Industries Unveils Revolutionary Tactical Drone
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Rafael Unveils Breakthrough Laser Defense Systems to Counter Drone and Missile Threats
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Israeli high-tech pay soars to new heights with bonus boosts
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Israel’s Space Olympiad Goes Global: Azerbaijani Students Join Final Round in Tel Aviv
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