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כריטסיאן מונג'יו
Cannes closes with surprise Palme d’Or win and veiled anti-Israel speeches
Cristian Mungiu’s Fjord wins the festival’s top prize, but the closing ceremony is also marked by political speeches, a Mahmoud Darwish quote and remarks widely read as criticism of Israel
Amir Bogen | 01:43 | 05.24.26
נטע גרטי
Fauda star Netta Garti on trauma, war anxiety and life after Oct 7
Israeli actress Netta Garti, now studying film at 46, reflects on trauma after Oct 7, refusing to sleep near Gaza-set filming sites; She calls lack of answers 'trapping trauma,' discusses Fauda’s impact, and describes women holding home anxiety while loved ones serve
Smadar Shiloni | 13:09 | 05.23.26
רננה אורן - על הספה
From self-taught seamstress to bridal designer: Renana Gitit’s fashion journey
Self-taught fashion designer Renana Gitit turned her own wedding dress into a bridal business, offering boho-style gowns at accessible prices in Pardes Hanna, where she says a growing food and nightlife scene has transformed local life
Assi Haim | 08:31 | 05.23.26
הנסיך הארי ומייגן מרקל
Oprah used them, Clooney cut them off: How Harry and Meghan lost Hollywood’s inner circle
She allegedly accused Victoria Beckham of leaking stories to the press, Serena Williams reportedly grew tired of the constant drama and George Clooney stayed loyal to the king; as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s celebrity circle continues to shrink, insiders are pointing the finger at Meghan
Inbal Hananel | 23:17 | 05.22.26
פסטיבל דזרט רוק
Mitzpe Ramon finds its rhythm in desert culture boom
Mitzpe Ramon has developed a thriving underground cultural scene with bars, libraries, indie music venues and desert parties; artists and festivals draw crowds, turning the sleepy desert town into a creative safe haven in Negev
Amir Kaminer | 09:30 | 05.22.26
מלך האריות בברודווי
Broadway breaks box office records, but new musicals are still losing millions
Running a major musical can cost up to $800,000 a week, while only three of 46 new post-pandemic productions have recouped, pushing producers toward star-led plays, London tryouts and pricier tickets for tourists
Daniel Edelson, New York | 01:58 | 05.22.26
דור אבידן
Bachelor of the week: I am determined to get married this year
Doron Avidan, 35, a wedding DJ and entrepreneur, says he is determined to marry this year and start a family; he seeks a partner who values communication and honesty, and dreams of children and a family life
Sivan Kanety Avitan | 09:10 | 05.21.26
תבליט מסופוטמי עתיק המציג את גילגמש הורג את שור השמיים
Floods, serpents and wisdom: the surprising similarities between Gilgamesh and the Bible
A new Hebrew translation of the Epic of Gilgamesh highlights striking parallels with the Bible, from the flood story to wisdom sayings in Ecclesiastes; scholars say the similarities reflect shared myths and cultural traditions across the ancient Near East
Itzchak Tessler | 03:05 | 05.21.26
Diana Ross on a grocery run
Diana Ross’ low-key grocery run has everyone doing a double take
The 82-year-old music legend tries to keep a low profile outside a Los Angeles supermarket, but even a mask, black outfit and shopping cart couldn’t dim her star power
Pplus | 17:52 | 05.20.26
Dr. Susan Michael - ICEJ Chairwoman
ICEJ elects Dr. Susan Michael as chair of International Board of Trustees
Dr. Susan Michael has been elected chair of the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem Board of Trustees, succeeding Germany’s Rev. Ingolf Ellssel
The Media Line | 00:53 | 05.20.26
ז'יל סנדר, תצוגת אביב-קיץ 2026
Lingerie goes public: the bra becomes a statement top again
Bra-as-top trend returns on Milan and Paris runways, from Versace to Prada and Jil Sander, as fashion reclaims lingerie amid rising conservatism
Itay Yaacov | 20:30 | 05.19.26
נציגת בולגריה דארה בגמר האירוויזיון, 2026
Leather, spikes and hot pants: Eurovision 2026 final’s boldest fashion moments
Bulgaria’s DARA won Eurovision 2026 and the fashion contest, while Noam Bettan kept it elegant, Australia went full Disney princess and Denmark brought sex appeal
Itay Yaacov | 17:43 | 05.17.26
מייגן פוקס בהשקת גיליון בגדי הים של ספורטס אילוסטרייטד בניו יורק, 2023
Megan Fox turns 40: from Hollywood starlet to queen of red-carpet provocation
She may be called an actress or a model, but Megan Fox made much of her fame on 'sexiest women' lists and barely-there looks; despite the bad taste, her commitment to pushing boundaries is hard to ignore
Erez Amiran | 15:39 | 05.17.26
תאגיד השידור הספרדי שידר ב-21:00 זמן מקומי תחילת האירוויזיון מסך שחור עם כיתוב מחאה
Spanish broadcaster airs anti-Israel message during Eurovision: 'Peace and justice for Palestine'
Spanish broadcaster RTVE aired an anti-Israel protest message during Eurovision, saying 'human rights are not a competition' and calling for 'peace and justice for Palestine'; Spain is not competing, so EBU sanctions are unlikely
Ran Boker, Vienna | 23:40 | 05.16.26
הנסיך וויליאם
From Cartier watches to £74 toast: Prince William and Kate’s lavish royal lifestyle
Britons may complain about taxpayer money funding the monarchy, but Prince William’s reported £7 million annual tax bill could ease some criticism; so just how rich are King Charles and the future king, and what do the royals spend their millions on?
Inbal Hananel | 15:28 | 05.16.26
הפורץ הנוצץ
The gentleman thief of Tel Aviv: the curious case of Israel Ben-Zioni
Israel Ben-Zioni, a Tel Aviv resident in the late 1950s, secretly burglarized elite friends’ homes, stealing cash and jewels; He was caught in 1958 with tools and gloves, later confessing to 154 break-ins and sentenced to 10 years prison
Oded Kramer, Itzik Sasho | 00:57 | 05.16.26
נועם בתן בחזרת השופטים לפני גמר האירוויזיון
Noam Bettan impresses crowd at Eurovision jury rehersal ahead of Grand Final in Vienna
Noam Bettan took the stage at Eurovision jury rehearsal in Vienna, earning applause amid Palestinian flags, Israeli fans praised
Ran Boker, Vienna | 23:22 | 05.15.26
הנסיך הארי
Prince Harry warns of ‘deeply troubling’ antisemitism in UK, urges clearer protest lines
In an article for the New Statesman, Harry spoke out against rising antisemitism in Britain, warning that 'standing by and doing nothing allows hatred and extremism to flourish'
Inbal Hananel | 23:04 | 05.14.26
סידני סוויני וסקוטר בראון
Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun can’t keep their hands off each other in steamy vacation video
The 'Euphoria' star shared an ultra-romantic Instagram Story with Scooter Braun featuring kisses, intimate dancing and a scuba-diving date, and the internet immediately lost it
pplus | 12:07 | 05.13.26
נציגת גרמניה שרה אנג'לס בחזרות לאירוויזיון, 2026
Eurovision 2026 fashion preview: the standout looks headed for the Vienna stage
A Scandinavian Harry Styles, Greece’s furry elf, Israel’s leather suit, a dark knight, a singer aiming for super-sexy and a lockdown flashback: 11 Eurovision 2026 looks you won’t forget
Itay Yaacov | 13:16 | 05.12.26
נציגות מולדובה, יוון ופינלנד באירוויזיון 2026
Israel’s Eurovision rivals: Finland’s fiery violin, Moldova’s oddball act and Greece’s viral hook
As Noam Bettan prepares to perform 'Michelle' in Vienna, Israel enters a tough first Eurovision semifinal packed with favorites, live-show surprises and rivals that could reshape the race for the final
Omer Tessel, Aya Chajut | 23:04 | 05.11.26
אריקה קירק
Erika Kirk to Hillsdale grads: Marry young, have more children than you can afford — and love America
Erika Kirk, now CEO of Turning Point USA after her husband’s assassination, used her Hillsdale College commencement address to urge graduates to embrace family, faith, responsibility and patriotism — while protesters outside accused the conservative group of promoting extremism
Noa Hershkovitz | 20:38 | 05.11.26
נועם בתן בחזרה על במת האירוויזיון
How Israel ‘co-opted’ Eurovision — and nearly broke the world’s biggest song contest
A New York Times investigation found that Israel’s campaign to stay in Eurovision and rally votes for its singers was broader, more organized and began earlier than previously known — triggering boycotts, diplomatic pressure and a crisis inside the world’s biggest music competition
ynet | 18:27 | 05.11.26
לוריאל
'They don’t want to see uniforms in the feed': Did L’Oréal tell Israeli influencers to scrub Oct. 7 from their feeds?
Talent agents say creators were asked to remove posts about hostages, IDF soldiers and the war before brand work; L’Oréal Israel denies issuing such instructions
Bar Zaga | 19:55 | 05.10.26
מאבטחים אוסטרים באירוויזיון
Shin Bet, Mossad and Austrian elite units: heavy security for Israel ahead of Eurovision opening ceremony
As Eurovision week opens in Vienna, Israel’s Noam Bettan will walk the turquoise carpet under unusually tight Israeli and Austrian security amid fears of attacks on Israeli and Jewish targets
Ran Boker | 13:00 | 05.10.26
Inside Gen Z’s ’90s nostalgia boom: Walkmans, cassettes and cultural comeback
Young people are embracing analog objects and low-quality photos as an escape from constant connection, endless scrolling and digital burnout
Raanan Shaked | 14:07 | 05.09.26
כריסטי טרלינגטון, נעמי קמפבל, סינדי קרופורד ולינדה אוונג'ליסטה בתצוגת סתיו-חורף 1991-92 של ורסאצ'ה
The art of the runway: fashion shows that changed history
'Catwalk: The Art of Fashion Shows' at V&A Dundee traces runway history from 19th-century salons to global spectacles, featuring McQueen robot dress, Chanel rocket, holograms and supermodels, redefining fashion as cultural performance
Itai Yaakov | 04:27 | 05.09.26
מתוך 'הנערה מהדואר'
From missile sirens to wedding Zoom call: Lir Katz on friendship, grief and stage life
At the age of 16, actress Lir Katz lost her home, then her father, and in recent years, a lot of  her friends left. Now the actress who conquered the screen is starring in Habima Theater's 'The Post Office Girl' and tells why she agreed to audition the day before the wedding and about the Iranian friend who watched the ceremony on Zoom
Yoav Birenberg | 06:05 | 05.08.26
מעבודותיו של סאהר אלגורה
New York Times backs Pulitzer-winning Gaza photographer amid media bias debate
Newspaper defends Saher Alghorra, rejecting claims of staged scenes and Hamas links as 'baseless'; The win has reignited scrutiny over his past images, with people questioning context and credibility of his work
Daniel Edelson, New York | 03:16 | 05.08.26
מלכת היופי של ישראל מלאני שיראז ראמה דוואג'י
Miss Israel says Mamdani’s wife ended cafe exchange after learning she was Israeli
Melanie Shiraz says Rama Duwaji’s tone changed after she introduced herself as Miss Israel, ending what began as a friendly exchange at a Brooklyn cafe
ynet | 20:01 | 05.06.26
מעבודותיו של סאהר אלגורה
'Haunting, sensitive': Photos of Gaza destruction win Pulitzer Prize
Palestinian photographer helped document the famine and destruction in Gaza and won the Pulitzer Prize for News Photography, alongside notable wins from leading US media outlets; among the winners: investigations into Trump, Meta and Jeffrey Epstein affair 
ynet | 13:34 | 05.05.26
נועם בתן
Noam Bettan emerges from ‘diamond’ in Eurovision rehearsal, drawing rave reactions
Noam Bettan’s first Eurovision rehearsal in Vienna for 'Michelle' reveals giant 'diamond' prop; strong vocals praised in semi-final
Ran Boker | 16:45 | 05.03.26
מאיה ורטהיימר
Maya Wertheimer opens up about marriage crisis, anxiety, life under fire
Host and actress shares crisis with husband Assaf Zamir, couples therapy that helped them recover and being named Israel’s most trusted influencer
Ifat Manhardt | 06:53 | 05.02.26
קורלט קסטילו סרזואלה
Israel bars Spanish journalist from entry over BDS support and anti-Israel posts
Queralt Castillo Cerezuela, a Greece-based reporter for Spanish media outlets, denied entry after officials said she backed boycott groups, accused Israel of 'genocide' and called for the end of 'the Zionist regime'
Itamar Eichner | 12:15 | 04.30.26
ג'. מ. קוטזי
Nobel laureate snubs Israel writers festival over Gaza, accuses country of genocide
International Writers' Festival director Julia Fermentto-Tzaisler says South Africa's J.M. Coetzee refused her invitation in a sharply worded message accusing Israel of genocide, while eight other international writers are set to attend
Aya Chajut | 20:52 | 04.28.26
הארי סטיילס וזואי קרביץ
Report: Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz are engaged
Sources close to the couple say the singer, 32, proposed in a traditional, romantic way and that the actress, 37, immediately accepted, while showing off a custom-made ring to friends as their relationship continues to grow more serious
ynet Global | 09:11 | 04.28.26
Anointing oils
Sacred oils are not a wellness trend—and Jewish tradition knew that first
From the Torah to the Greeks, from Hippocrates to modern herbalists — the ritual use of plant oils is not medicine; it is something older, deeper and far more powerful: intentional healing of the whole self
Eden Abohasira | 10:36 | 04.27.26
נועם בתן
Boycott obsession: European countries that failed to oust Israel from Eurovision refuse to air it
Less than a month before the Eurovision 2026 semifinal, Slovenia, Ireland and Spain say they will not broadcast the contest over Israel’s participation; Slovenia will air Palestinian films instead, while Ireland’s May schedule omits the event
Ran Boker | 13:31 | 04.26.26
Reception for hostages freed in Operation Entebbe
'The greatest military feat in history': 50 years after Entebbe, filmmaker releases long-delayed tribute
Andy Halmay, 98, plans June release marking 50 years since Entebbe rescue, recalling decades-old project inspired by the 1976 hostage operation
ynet Global | 00:17 | 04.25.26
Evangelical
Global evangelical voices unite in Jerusalem, urging continued Trump support for Israel
Evangelical leaders and Israeli officials gather in Jerusalem for Independence Day, as organizers highlight Christian political influence and launch a nationwide campaign backing Trump’s support for Israel
ynet Global | 18:44 | 04.23.26
זוג ברחוב העלייה בתל אביב
No surrender to sweatpants: war doesn’t dim Tel Aviv’s chic
Amid sirens and missiles from Iran, photographer Adar Yosef documents people outside shelters across Tel Aviv and finds they are not settling for pajamas as the city’s fashion identity endures in difficult times
ynet | 14:08 | 04.23.26
זאיין מאליק שרה קורי
Did they talk politics? Israeli tattoo artist inks Zayn Malik: 'He chose me from several artists'
Tattoo artist Sara Kori says former One Direction star specifically requested her for televised session; 'We talked briefly on set, only about the tattoo'
Yoni Froim | 11:54 | 04.23.26
אורן מצוינים, הדגלנית מטקס המשואות ששיגעה את המדינה
Who is the lone soldier who stole the show at Independence Day ceremony?
Sgt. Oren Metzuyanim, a 21-year-old lone soldier in the IDF, drew attention during the ceremony, serves as a career NCO in Ground Forces Command and has already been approached by top talent agent Roberto Ben-Shoshan
ynet | 20:00 | 04.22.26
Lifelong comic-book collector dedicates superhero kingdom to the characters that made him
At 45, Etan has filled his home with comics, statues and collectibles tied to the characters of his childhood, creating a personal archive of nostalgia, identity and art — and still hoping it might one day help inspire a true Comic-Con in Israel
Bar Gindy | 09:29 | 04.20.26
מחאה של להקת הסטרוקס בפסטיבל קואצ'לה
The Strokes protest Gaza, Iran wars at Coachella with visuals, revive ‘Oblivius’ in rare live performance
Rock band closes second weekend set with anti-war message, showing footage of strikes in Gaza and Iran while frontman Julian Casablancas repeats 'What side you standing on?'; performance sparks debate online
ynet | 19:33 | 04.19.26
ג'ורדן בארט בתצוגת אופנה של דיור לגברים, 2021
The rise of looksmaxxing: why young men are chasing extreme beauty standards
Teen influencers are no longer rappers or athletes but young men livestreaming facial procedures; inside the looksmaxxing community, where appearance is treated as social currency to optimize at any cost
Itay Yaacov | 13:50 | 04.15.26
סקינהדס בצ'כיה, 2020
The secret uniforms of neo-Nazis: how fashion became a hidden language of hate
Far-right groups no longer rely on swastikas or shaved heads, instead using branded clothing embedded with coded meanings to identify members, making hate harder to recognize when it is packaged in a polished aesthetic
Itay Yaacov | 12:34 | 04.14.26
Wearing his heart on his sleeve: one fan's archive for club and community
Jerusalem-born collector and sneaker artist Sahar Haba turns jerseys, tribute sneakers and match-worn memorabilia into a living record of fandom, grief and community, wearing and remaking the pieces that shaped his life as a Hapoel Jerusalem supporter
Bar Gindy | 02:22 | 04.14.26
יום העצמאות בתל אביב
Israeli cities pull plug on Independence Day events over security concerns
Officials cite fragile ceasefire with Iran, ongoing fighting in the north and safety risks, with events postponed or scaled down nationwide and economic concerns raised by performers and crews reliant on holiday shows
Ran Boker | 17:19 | 04.12.26
סברינה קרפנטר באירוע ווג וורלד בפריז, 2024
Sabrina Carpenter sparks backlash after calling Arabic chant 'weird,' mistaking it for yodeling during Coachella
The pop star mistook a traditional Arabic Zaghrouta for yodeling during her Coachella set, telling a fan 'I don’t like it' and questioning the chant onstage; the moment went viral, drawing criticism before Carpenter issued a public apology
ynet | 09:49 | 04.12.26
קולקציית אביב-קיץ 2026 של נועה גלר
Tel Aviv building collapse destroys designer studio: 'Don’t say it’s not war-related'
The building that partially collapsed on Passover eve housed designer Noa Geller’s studio and a longtime cutting workshop serving multiple brands, leaving businesses stranded as authorities deny responsibility and Geller scrambles to salvage what remains
Itay Yaacov | 13:49 | 04.08.26
What makes a piece of sports memorabilia worth a fortune
What began with a Salvador Dalí lithograph became a 54-year journey for collector Erez Kaminski, whose near-forensic approach to sports memorabilia is shaped as much by proof and provenance as by passion
Bar Gindy | 09:19 | 04.06.26
The streets of the Old City of Jerusalem are empty on Easter Sunday
War overshadows Easter in silent Old City of Jerusalem
​It's a far cry from a traditional Easter holiday, when tens of thousands of locals and tourists would flood the Old City to dance, sing, and parade in celebration of the holiday; 'There is no celebration. People feel very sad. This is not Easter'
Maayan Hoffman/The Media Line | 21:42 | 04.05.26
לינוי אשרם מאורסת
Israeli Olympic champion Linoy Ashram gets engaged
The Olympic champion got engaged to her partner of three years, Omer Reutman, sharing the news on social media: ,Forever starts now,
ynet | 22:13 | 04.04.26
קייט מוס בתצוגה של גוצ'י
Fashion’s hottest runway stars are 50-plus
Gray hair, decades of experience take over global runways as models in their 50s and 60s shine; from Gillian Anderson to Kate Moss, fashion leans into older stars to attract affluent, high-spending clients
Itay Yaacov | 09:04 | 04.03.26
LEGO, but make it art: this artist doesn’t build sets — he builds statements
What began as a lockdown hobby evolved into a serious creative practice, with Elan ditching the instruction book to build bold mosaics, pop-culture tributes and sharp visual commentary from thousands of bricks
Bar Gindy | 17:15 | 03.30.26
Elliott and his son, AJ, point toward a screen in Elliott’s LEGO studio, where he began livestreaming builds during AJ’s treatment for a rare brain tumor
How LEGO helped a father hold on as his son fights a rare brain tumor
After 14-month-old AJ collapsed and doctors discovered a dangerous brainstem tumor, his father left his job, became his full-time caregiver and found unexpected solace in LEGO, building an online community along the way
Bar Gindy | 05:31 | 03.30.26
זנדאיה בפרמיירה לסרט "הדרמה", 2026
Always the bride: Zendaya’s all-white style streak
As rumors swirl around Zendaya and Tom Holland, the star’s run of bridal-coded looks and A24’s new merchandise push blur the line between red-carpet styling, movie marketing and manufactured romance around The Drama
Itay Yaacov | 06:31 | 03.25.26
סלין דיון שרה למרגלות מגדל האייפל במשדר טקס פתיחת האולימפיאדה 2024 בפריז
Celine Dion returns to the stage after rare illness forced yearslong silence
Singer to perform series of shows in Paris this fall, five years after canceling world tour due to rare neurological disorder
ynet | 19:26 | 03.23.26
Artist Sam Halaby sits inside his House of Colors in Daliyat al-Karmel, northern Israel
Over 2 billion views: the Israeli artist behind the internet’s most colorful home
In Daliyat al-Karmel, artist Sam Halaby transformed his childhood home into a four-floor environmental artwork born from personal loss, later turning the once-secret project into a viral phenomenon and an unlikely place of comfort for visitors during wartime
Bar Gindy | 17:07 | 03.23.26
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