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Chess championship in Afula
Ilya Smirin wins Israeli blitz chess title after dramatic tiebreak finish
The 58-year-old grandmaster finished level on 10 points with Avital Boruchovsky and Michael Klenburg but took the title on tiebreak; Noga Orian won the women’s crown, while 14-year-old Eliran Shilon Rahav was named under-18 champion
ynet Global | 18:43 | 08.30.26
אלימות
‘I realized I was abusing my husband, repeating what I endured as a child’
Writing under the pseudonym Zohara, a 43-year-old family lawyer and mediator describes how childhood violence resurfaced in her marriage, the moment she saw her daughters’ fear and the treatment that helped her begin breaking the cycle
Sivan Kanety Avitan | 06:15 | 08.30.26
מכנסי בלון של טוונטיפורסבן
Balloon pants are everywhere this summer— here’s how to wear them right
Inspired by traditional harem pants, the voluminous silhouette has become a luxury-fashion favorite; here’s why it can be difficult to pull off and how to get the proportions right
Itay Yaacov | 17:50 | 08.29.26
משפחת עוז
‘I couldn’t even take them out for ice cream’: What life with triplets is really like
Three mothers describe doctors urging fetal reduction, weeks in neonatal care, sleepless nights, double strollers and the surprising bonds that develop when three children grow up together
Nirit Zuk | 23:52 | 08.28.26
יערה מרדכי
Bachelorette of the week: ‘I was sure I’d be married by 40’
The successfulbridal makeup artist still hopes to build a family with a partner; after years of chasing instant chemistry, she now wants a warm, grounded man who knows what he wants
Sivan Kanety Avitan | 13:56 | 08.26.26
מחוך
‘Corsets helped me fall in love with my body’: Disabled activist reclaims sexuality and control
Born with spina bifida and using crutches since childhood, fashion historian Ariella Goichman Garber says lingerie helped her overcome disconnection from her body, feel desirable and challenge assumptions about disability and sexuality
Lori Stadtmauer | 21:59 | 08.22.26
אשה עושה מסאג' לשרירי הפנים
Forget another miracle cream: facial fascia massage is beauty’s latest fixation
The technique promises to release tension in the jaw and forehead, reduce morning puffiness through gentle drainage and create a naturally lifted look using nothing but their hands; Here is how you can do it, too
Mali Zaidman | 15:36 | 08.21.26
"המיניות לא נעלמת, היא פשוט מבקשת שנלמד אותה מחדש"
Surprise: Menopause can actually make sex better
As children grow up, the body changes and relationships enter a new phase, sex therapist Hagit Artzi explains how menopause can become an opportunity to rediscover sexuality
Maya Benita | 05:51 | 08.21.26
אילוסטרציה של אישה גולשת בטינדר
Bumble drops women-first rule: Why women still want men to initiate
Bumble is letting men make the first move after finding 66% of women prefer it that way, reigniting a provocative question: Did dating apps mistake equality for symmetry, and underestimate how deeply traditional courtship still shapes desire?
Dr. Liraz Margalit | 04:45 | 08.21.26
יובל ליבנת וגל גדות
She's 21 and does Gal Gadot’s nails: ‘There’s no such thing as a celebrity discount’
Yuval Livnat started with a four-hour gel polish course at the age of 15; six years later, Gal Gadot is among her clients, while she sets her sights on opening a nail school - and she still lives with her parents
Maya Benita | 11:30 | 08.20.26
זיו עבוד ואלי-ה כהן
A love story that survived October 7: Former hostage Eliya Cohen and Ziv Aboud are married | Watch
A year and a half after Eliya Cohen returned from 505 days in Hamas captivity, the couple wed before 1,000 guests, closing a chapter marked by survival, loss and an enduring love
Yoni Froim | 23:12 | 08.19.26
אוליביה רודריגו
She told TikTok she didn't have enough money to finish college and received help from Olivia Rodrigo
The star heard that a fan was struggling to pay her college tuition and gave her $5,000 as a gift; The student, Jamie Causey, shared their interaction on TikTok, thanking her: 'You chose to show kindness to a stranger'
Omer Daniel | 21:56 | 08.19.26
אקנה
Dry, glowing or breaking out? How to adapt your skincare routine to your menstrual cycle
Hormonal shifts can affect moisture, oil production and sensitivity throughout the month, prompting a growing beauty trend that tailors skincare to each phase of the menstrual cycle
Mali Zaidman | 10:38 | 08.17.26
יניב מועדים לשמחה
Bachelor of the week: 'Don’t date me just for free Botox'
Yaniv Moadim Lesimcha, 39, runs a medical aesthetics clinic but refuses to date patients, says women who raise free treatments on dates are a turnoff and is searching for a caring partner with whom to build a family
Sivan Kanety Avitan | 14:26 | 08.16.26
ברוס וויליס טלולה
'Tender moment': Bruce Willis, who is battling advanced dementia, with his daughter at her wedding
 71-year-old star, who is battling frontotemporal dementia and is rarely seen in public, arrived at his daughter Tallulah's wedding and was captured in a particularly moving photo
Omer Daniel | 02:27 | 08.16.26
ג'ניפר לופז מאופרת לפי טרנד קלאוד סקין
The end of ultra-glowy makeup: 'Cloud skin' takes over beauty trends
Imagine 'glass skin' and 'matte skin' had a baby: Meet 'cloud skin,' the makeup trend blending glow with a soft-focus finish and poised to take over social media feeds
Mali Zaidman | 04:23 | 08.11.26
לנה לילה
The male ‘orgasm muscle’: How pelvic-floor control may improve erections and ejaculation
The pelvic floor is usually discussed as a women’s health issue, but it also plays a role in erections, ejaculation and sexual sensation in men; somatic sexuality instructor Lena Leyla explains how awareness, relaxation, breathing and movement may help reduce difficulties and increase pleasure
Lori Stadtmauer | 05:38 | 08.10.26
'I felt I was disappearing': the hidden cost of raising a child with disabilities
Half of parents of children with special needs say they cannot work despite wanting to, as caregiving demands erode careers, income and confidence; the Kesher program is helping them return to the workforce
Ofir Hauzman | 07:43 | 08.09.26
שינייד גורי, תצוגת סתיו-חורף 2026-27
Prada and Stella McCartney embrace messy hair as Instagram follows suit
Fashion’s intentionally undone aesthetic has reached hair, as designers embrace tousled runway looks and Instagram fills with tutorials for maximum mess; the trend even comes with an unsettling new label: ‘depression hair’
Itay Yaacov | 13:00 | 08.08.26
טרנד הבריאות
‘They think they’re being healthy’: When wellness turns into obsession
Extreme dieting has given way to protein targets, step counts and body tracking, but experts warn the pursuit of the ‘perfect’ healthy body can become compulsive, fuel anxiety and even mask disordered eating
Nirit Zuk | 05:37 | 08.08.26
אישה מחזיקה את אוזניה
Can you tell your neighbors to keep it down during sex?
What makes loud sex next door so irritating, why do other couples unsettle us, and is the grass really greener? A couples therapist weighs in after Olivia Wilde's 'The Invite'
Nitzan Pincu | 03:23 | 08.08.26
חופשת אוגוסט יעל גולדמן גל גדות רותם סלע לירון ויצמן
Gal Gadot escapes to luxury Cyprus resort with friends, no husbands or kids
Wonder Woman and friends Rotem Sela, Yael Goldman and Liron Weizman managed to get away for three days in August - at the height of summer break - for the ultimate moms' vacation 
Yoni Froim | 23:03 | 08.06.26
אישה ממתינה בשדה התעופה
Israeli court orders return of 6-year-old taken by his mother to Israel from Italy
An Israeli mother said she fled Italy with her son after his father assaulted her and broke her teeth, but the Lod District Court ruled that she had not substantiated the claim and upheld an order returning the child to his father
Attorney Yaniv Gil/PsakDin | 20:54 | 08.05.26
Funny business: the quiet relationship killer hiding behind 'just kidding'
An applied-humor expert explains why shared laughter can defuse conflict and deepen intimacy, while sarcasm, bad timing and jokes at a partner’s expense can erode trust
Lori Stadtmauer | 02:33 | 08.04.26
צ'ארלי XCX בגאלה של המטרופוליטן, 2026
From Brat green to Saint Laurent glamour: Charli XCX’s high-fashion pop reinvention
After making her bright green hue and unpolished aesthetic a hit, the pop star returns with a new album and a dark look that further cements her connection to the fashion world; Will she be able to maintain her unique style even in the heart of the mainstream?
Itay Yaacov | 13:55 | 08.03.26
משפחת המלוכה של עולם העסקים. בראנר ארנו (במרכז) והמשפחה
Cracks in the luxury empire: Inside the Arnault family battle for control of LVMH
The 77-year-old billionaire behind Louis Vuitton and Dior joined X to mock reports of rivalry among his five children, but a Le Monde investigation has intensified scrutiny of the succession struggle inside the world’s largest luxury group
Tamar Sebok, Paris | 10:19 | 08.02.26
לשוחח בגובה העיניים
‘Mom, what is sex?’: How to answer children’s hardest questions without lying
Parenting expert Yael Feder says children deserve honest, age-appropriate answers about sex, divorce, surgery, war and other difficult subjects, but warns parents not to lecture, overwhelm them with details or promise that painful experiences will be easy
Roni Langerman Ziv | 08:09 | 08.02.26
"נוטים לחשוב שכימיה מינית היא איזה ניצוץ שמופיע ברגע ששני אנשים נפגשים: או שהוא קורה או שלא. אבל בחיים עצמם מדובר בשילוב של הרבה מאוד דברים"
What keeps sexual chemistry alive after 30 years together? A sex therapist explains
Does the spark felt on a first date really predict a satisfying sex life, and how can couples preserve desire and intimacy after decades together?
Maya Benita | 05:59 | 08.01.26
ביום החתונה
What my wedding dress taught me about ignoring expectations and finally listening to myself
I never dreamed of a white gown, yet when I married I insisted on doing everything by the book; only years later, when I chose divorce despite the pressure around me, did I learn to stop living by other people’s rules
Ifat Manhardt | 02:18 | 08.01.26
קיילי ג'נר וטימותי שאלאמה
From Rihanna to Zendaya: The celebrity couples who dress best together
Today’s most intriguing celebrity couples create a shared visual language without surrendering their individual aesthetics, proving that the most compelling fashion partnerships are often the ones no one could have predicted
Ahuvit Rabi Golan | 20:40 | 07.31.26
Magen David Adom paramedic volunteers Hodaya and Avi Feivelson respond to calls together and separately
Meet the couple who save lives on their date nights: 'This is our quality time'
Hodaya and Avi Feivelson drop their kids off at school and then respond to emergency calls together, turning their Magen David Adom volunteer shifts into meaningful time as a couple while helping patients, accident victims and women in labor.
ynet Global | 05:16 | 07.30.26
Lentils or meat
Steak or lentils: Which protein is better for your body?
Do lentils need to be paired with rice, why should lemon be added to the meal, and how can legumes help support blood sugar control? Here is what to know before replacing steak with plant-based protein
Tal Hadar Bitan | 11:02 | 07.27.26
זוג ריב מריבה ויכוח זוגיות שיחה
When silence hurts more than shouting in a relationship
Stonewalling can be one of the most painful experiences in a relationship because it rarely looks like a crisis: no shouting, drama or slammed doors, just two people managing daily life while a wall of silence keeps them from truly connecting
Daniel Harush, Ziv Berkovich | 02:33 | 07.26.26
מיק ג'אגר
Move like Jagger at 80: the fitness secrets behind his stamina
The Rolling Stones frontman reportedly trains six days a week, combining kickboxing, running, yoga and ballet, but doctors say consistency, gradual progression and recovery matter more than trying to copy his demanding routine
Sapir Gordo | 21:10 | 07.25.26
Two years after his death in Rafah, reservist’s dream of helping others lives on
Two years after reservist Malkia Gross was killed in Gaza, his family and close friend launched an AI-based platform connecting volunteers with people and organizations seeking help, fulfilling an idea the two friends developed before his death
Alexandra Lukash | 05:59 | 07.25.26
קאי טראמפ
No gluten, dairy or eggs: Donald Trump’s granddaughter reveals protein-heavy diet
US president’s 19-year-old granddaughter, Kai Trump, used her recovery from wrist surgery to build six-pack abs, following a strict diet that apparently excluded anything remotely delicious
Inbal Hananel | 11:26 | 07.24.26
נרקיס אזרן
Bachelorette of the week: '99% of men will fall head over heels for me'
Narkis Azran, 34, says confidence, emotional depth and total devotion set her apart, and that the man she chooses will feel like a king, but impatience, disrespect and social media obsession are immediate deal breakers
Sivan Kanety Avitan | 11:54 | 07.23.26
עידו גליקו ואמילי ממן
3 million views and counting: the Israeli marriage proposal that broke the internet
Fitness coach Ido Gallico enlisted photographer Ravid Boaz to pose as a stranded driver near the Sea of Galilee, capturing Emily Maman’s stunned reaction with hidden recording glasses
Sharon Kidon | 07:41 | 07.22.26
ד"ר רות וסטהיימר
The woman who talked about sex long before it was cool
Two years after her death, the Davidson Institute revisits the Holocaust survivor, Haganah veteran and pioneering sex therapist who used every platform available to insist that sexuality is a natural part of life and nothing to be ashamed of
Or Peleg | 10:13 | 07.20.26
ביטול חתונה
‘I knew I wouldn’t be happy’: Israeli brides who canceled their weddings at the last minute
With dresses fitted, venues booked and invitations sent, three Israeli women describe the warning signs they ignored, the shame and financial cost of calling off their weddings, and whether they regret walking away
Sivan Kanety Avitan | 13:04 | 07.18.26
Food never comes
Why 700,000 people ordered food they knew would never arrive
Food Never Comes lets users choose meals, add extras and track a fictional courier without paying or receiving anything; Its 23-year-old creator built it as a joke, but experts say its popularity reflects loneliness, stress and the desire to escape daily life
Roni Dori | 10:32 | 07.18.26
אישה פותרת סודוקו
AI is making life easier, but humans may pay the price
Modern life offers convenience, less effort and instant solutions, but research suggests that challenge, learning and gradual progress strengthen the body, sharpen the brain and build lasting psychological resilience
Prof. Moshe Bar | 02:05 | 07.18.26
אילוסטרציה
The one communication habit that will destroy your relationship
Why criticism shuts down communication while complaints can open it, and how shifting your language can completely change the way couples handle conflict and emotional tension
Daniel Harush, Ziv Berkovich | 13:21 | 07.11.26
רוקחות ביתית
‘Natural does not mean safe’: Israelis embrace homemade cosmetics, but doctors warn of hidden risks
A growing DIY beauty movement is replacing store-bought toothpaste, deodorant and soap with kitchen-made alternatives; Supporters cite control, savings and sustainability, but experts warn of bacteria, burns, tooth damage and products that lack proper testing
Sapir Gordo | 00:31 | 07.11.26
זוג ריב מריבה ויכוח זוגיות שיחה
Why defensiveness Is one of the biggest threats to a healthy relationship
Defensiveness often stems from fear of blame or rejection, but relationship experts say it can quickly turn everyday disagreements into destructive cycles; acknowledging your part before explaining yourself can help couples break the pattern and reconnect
Ziv Berkovich, Daniel Harush | 17:22 | 07.09.26
גבר מביט באישה במבט מוזר
Why we fall for emotionally unavailable people
One of the most common and painful romantic patterns is being drawn to people who cannot fully choose us; Desire is not always built on stability, but when secure love feels boring and distance feels intoxicating, an old emotional wound may be running the show
Roi Tzur | 02:01 | 07.08.26
אורטליה ואסף אלישיב
Crying, hugging, posting: Why breakup videos are taking over social media
The Public Breakup Video, once mainly a celebrity and influencer format, has reached ordinary couples in Israel too, as people use Instagram and TikTok to announce separations, explain themselves, seek support and take control of the story
Ifat Manhardt | 11:55 | 07.07.26
גל חום ברומא
Europe’s anti-AC culture melts as heat waves intensify
With temperatures topping 40°C and most homes still without cooling, Europe is confronting a cultural, economic and climate dilemma as AC sales surge in Britain, France and Germany, countries long skeptical of the American cooling habit
Zeev Avrahami, Berlin | 10:27 | 07.07.26
אדוה ירמיהו ובן הזוג
Adva planned to return to Israel to find a husband, then Manuel arrived
Israeli dancer Adva Yermiyahu had a ticket home after years in Spain and hoped to find an Israeli husband; days before her flight, she met Spanish guitarist Manuel, sparking an instant connection
Tomer On | 03:10 | 07.07.26
חומי פולק
The former Haredi girl who became a stylist: ‘The Bais Yaakov girl stayed in me’
Raised in Haredi family, expelled from school after sneaking to the beach and living on her own by 15, Chumi Polak built a career as a sought-after stylist; Now she reflects on rebellion, religion and why she still avoids dressing people too exposed
Mali Zaidman | 14:00 | 07.04.26
הדר גבאי ומתיו אייבס
Israeli actress marries English nobleman — by surprise
Hadar thought she had met a charming café owner in France; only later did the Israeli actress discover Matthew was descended from British nobility, and that their love story would end under a chuppah
Yael Garty | 12:10 | 07.04.26
סנט לבנט בתצוגת אביב-קיץ 2027 לגברים של פראדה
'Hate wears Prada': Prada’s Palestinian ambassador sparks backlash over ‘historic Palestine’ pendant
Italian fashion house Prada named Palestinian rapper and activist Saint Levant as a brand ambassador, but an official campaign image showing him wearing a pendant shaped like ‘historic Palestine’ has turned the announcement into a heated political debate online
Ilit Ninmar, Calcalist | 15:24 | 07.01.26
מירי ליפובצקי
She lost the man she loved in the war, now she is opening her heart again
Bachelorette of the week Miri Lipovezky never imagined she could fall in love again after losing her partner in Gaza; now, she says, the heart can expand to hold grief and new love together
Sivan Kanety Avitan | 11:07 | 07.01.26
Nadav and Shuli
Their dream is to become fathers. Now they need help to make it happen
After years of uncertainty and a failed co-parenting attempt, Nadav and Shuli are raising funds to begin a surrogacy process abroad and fulfill their dream of becoming fathers
ynet Global | 08:57 | 06.30.26
תילן בלונדו
'Most beautiful girl in the world' marries after whirlwind engagement
Thylane Blondeau, dubbed 'the most beautiful girl in the world' 20 years ago, married her partner after just three months of engagement; see the former child model, now 25, as a bride
Omer Daniel | 21:55 | 06.29.26
זרע
Men, these small habits may be hurting your fertility
Experts explain how male fertility is influenced by diet, heat exposure, sleep, weight and substance use, and why sperm quality plays a central role in a couple’s chances of conceiving
Eitan Gefen | 11:19 | 06.29.26
אישה כסף חשבון בנק כרטיס אשראי
‘After divorce, I realized I had no idea how much money I had’
Many women leave marriage without basic knowledge of their bank account, loans, credit cards or family budget; financial independence is not a matter of how much money you have, but of understanding what is happening with it
Loulou Balaus | 06:05 | 06.27.26
טלי ריבקין
‘Some women date just for a free meal’: the bachelorette of the week is waiting for true love
Tali Rivkin says she once believed she had to be a ‘finished product’ before entering a relationship; after a personal crisis, spiritual awakening and work on a romantic film, she now says she is ready for a charismatic, funny man with faith and courage
Sivan Kanety Avitan | 17:58 | 06.24.26
אימון כוח
How many minutes of exercise do you need per week? Study reveals surprising answer
A large-scale British study suggests that just 90–120 minutes of weekly strength training may be enough to deliver major health benefits, with no added advantage from longer workouts
Eitan Gefen | 14:12 | 06.24.26
גל גדות
Caught by paparazzi: Gal Gadot strolls the streets of LA with the whole family
Israeli Hollywood star caught on camera strolling the streets of Los Angeles with her husband and three daughters, carrying the youngest one on her shoulders; even the family dog joined in
Inbal Hanael | 14:02 | 06.23.26
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