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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
קייט מידלטון והנסיך וויליאם ברויאל אסקוט, 2026
From royal polish to cake-pan hats: Royal Ascot’s best fashion moments
Britain’s elite horse-racing event kept its centuries-old traditions alive with a strict dress code, royal appearances and a colorful crowd eager to see and be seen
Itay Yaacov | 22:10 | 06.21.26
טום קרוז
Botox, fillers and rumors: Hollywood’s leading men face aging scrutiny
From Tom Cruise to Simon Cowell, famous men face new scrutiny over smoother faces, cosmetic rumors and Hollywood’s shifting rules for aging
Maya Benita | 14:02 | 06.20.26
תצוגת סתיו-חורף 2026-27 של דולצ'ה אנד גבאנה
Fashion’s new ‘walk of shame’ look turns the morning after into a trend
Lace, visible lingerie, messy hair and smudged makeup have moved from the bedroom to the street, as designers try to strip the old moral judgment from a once-loaded phrase and turn imperfection into a new kind of beauty
Itay Yaacov | 00:45 | 06.20.26
מריל סטריפ ואנה וינטור על השער של ווג
Why fashion suddenly loves older women, and what the shift really means?
After decades of worshipping youth, 2026 has brought visible turn: women over 40, 50 and even 70 are appearing on major magazine covers, in luxury campaigns and leading runways, but the change is also driven by money, image and a still-narrow beauty ideal
Ahuvit Rabi Golan | 12:54 | 06.19.26
אישה שוכבת לצד בעלה ומוטרדת בחשבות
Why do I fall for people who are wrong for me?
Desire can feel like proof that we have found the right person, but intense attraction often draws us toward familiar emotional patterns, old wounds and people who may not be suited for a stable, safe relationship
Roi Tzur | 05:12 | 06.19.26
הנסיך וויליאם קייט מידלטון
Princess Kate steals the show at the Royal Ascot horse race
After two years away from the prestigious royal horse race while battling cancer, the Princess of Wales joined her husband and the rest of the royals for the Royal Ascot event, and didn't forget to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth and Princess Diana
Inbal Hananel | 21:09 | 06.18.26
קים קרדשיאן
Want fuller hair? The new beauty trend says stop treating the hair and start with the scalp
You use quality shampoo, invest in masks and never skip serum? Great, but it is no longer enough: haircare is now shifting to scalp health and follicle ‘biohacking,’ but experts say the trend requires caution and proper diagnosis
Mali Zaidman | 02:16 | 06.18.26
Elo & Nitzan
Yeruham builds 6 million-shekel lion-shaped playground
The new park in the southern town’s Horizon neighborhood will center on a 26-foot-high lion-shaped climbing structure, alongside slides, swings, a zip line and accessible play equipment for children of different ages and abilities
ynet Global | 13:17 | 06.16.26
בוגד ומכחיש. "אין לי אף אחת, יושרי מעל הכול"
Caught in concert: husband’s affair hits a very public note
After insisting there was no affair, the husband was spotted at a concert embracing another woman by his wife’s lawyer, turning divorce talks into a much trickier performance
Attorney Orit Dror-Harel | 04:32 | 06.09.26
Let’s talk about the prenup
When love meets legal boundaries: the emotional toll of signing a prenup
Signing a prenuptial agreement still hurts years later—a culmination of months of tense negotiations that turned love into financial accounting and eroded romantic ideals; it left a lasting emotional and economic gap between us
Lia Raphael | 08:30 | 06.08.26
סנדלים של אריזונה לאב בבוטיק M13
Flat sandals go luxe: summer flip-flops get a jewelry-inspired upgrade
Once basic beachwear, flat sandals and flip-flops are now a summer fashion statement, upgraded with gemstones, metallic accents, shells and ornaments
Itay Yaakov | 04:06 | 06.04.26
זוגיות רעילה
Are you in a toxic relationship? These are the red flags that may point to emotional abuse
A new book on dangerous relationships and narcissistic abuse examines how dizzying courtship can give way to gaslighting, control and self-doubt, with a checklist designed to help identify warning signs
Ayelett Shani, Efrat Harel Heyman | 19:35 | 06.03.26
אופק אריאל אמויאל
Bachelor of the week: ‘I’m old-fashioned; my partner won’t have male friends’
Ofek Ariel Amoyal, 26, works two jobs while saving for a home and says he is looking for a loyal, ambitious partner who wants family, commitment and no games
Sivan Kanety Avitan | 10:06 | 06.03.26
סטודיו לאימוני כוח בתל אביב
From Pilates to powerlifting: the rise of women in weight training
Women are flocking to weight training, transforming a once male-dominated space; driven by menopause awareness, Ozempic culture and fitness influencers, the trend reflects a broader shift toward strength, resilience and body confidence
Rotem Izak | 05:06 | 06.02.26
שרה ג'יין נדר, מרי הולנד נדר וגרייס אן נדר בתצוגת בגדי הים של ספורטס אילוסטרייטד, 2026
Less fabric, more sizes: Sports Illustrated’s Miami swimwear show
As fashion refocuses on extreme thinness, Sports Illustrated brought body diversity and female empowerment to Miami Swim Week, with Lizzo, athletes, entrepreneurs and models on the runway
Itay Yaacov | 13:19 | 06.01.26
דון טראמפ ג'וניור בטינה אנדרסון
Did he send them to his dad? Trump Jr. shares first wedding photos with Bettina Anderson
Donald Trump Jr. posts the first video from his Bahamas wedding to Bettina Anderson, calling her his 'best friend forever,' while President Trump missed the ceremony due to White House duties
Inbal Hananel | 12:17 | 05.31.26
יחסים זוגיות זוג אהבה
Why we stay in relationships that no longer fit us
Many people who seem confident and successful remain in loveless relationships because leaving means facing a deeper fear: being alone with themselves
Roi Tzur | 06:02 | 05.30.26
איבי סטיוארט בתצוגת סתיו-חורף 2026-27 של דיסקוורד
‘Heroin chic must not return’: Dsquared2 sparks backlash over extreme thinness
New Dsquared2 images revive a gaunt Y2K aesthetic of low-rise pants, tiny tops and shrunken proportions, raising questions about fashion’s role in promoting unattainable beauty ideals and its connection to Ozempic’s popularity.
Itay Yaacov | 17:53 | 05.28.26
גרושים
The hidden risks in amicable divorce agreements, from children to property
Couples who reach divorce agreements often assume the hardest part is over, but broad wording on parenting time, child expenses, assets and future disputes can turn today’s goodwill into tomorrow’s legal battle; this is how to draft clearer agreement
Lilach Einav Winehouse, Psakdin | 01:00 | 05.28.26
ארדם, תצוגת אביב-קיץ 2026
The acidic shade bringing an edge to the runways
Flattering on tanned and fair skin, chartreuse brings a sharp yellow-green jolt to neutral wardrobes after moving from runway curiosity to fashion-house favorite; after appearing at Tibi, Burberry, Simone Rocha, Valentino and Saint Laurent, it has moved from curiosity to runway staple
Itay Yaacov | 18:27 | 05.27.26
איוונקה טראמפ לובשת עיצוב של שני שמר
Ivanka Trump wears Israeli designer Shani Shemer: ‘A dream come true’
The US president’s daughter arrived in the Bahamas for her brother’s wedding celebrations and posed on the beach in a blue set by Israeli designer Shani Shemer, who has built an international swimwear brand and long dreamed of dressing her
Itay Yaacov | 11:48 | 05.27.26
אבי אלדד
Bachelorette of the week: ‘I hit on a guy at a bar and he laughed in my face’
Biology student Abby Eldad says she is not looking for grand gestures or money, but for a values-driven man who will join her in doing good, try keeping Shabbat with her and love animals, especially cats
Sivan Kanety Avitan | 09:00 | 05.27.26
כבאי
From fantasy to frustration: what dating after divorce really feels like
After divorce, friends imagine a buffet of hot men; In reality, dating feels like exhausting interviews with underwhelming candidates, sexual freedom proves less glamorous than the fantasy, often highlighting loss, emptiness and mismatched ties
Ifat Manhardt | 10:30 | 05.25.26
תצוגת אביב-קיץ 2026 של לנוון
From headscarves to tops, scarves take over summer 2026 fashion
Wrapped as a top, tied into a skirt or added to a handbag, the scarf has become summer 2026’s most versatile fashion trend, offering one accessory that can transform an entire wardrobe
Itay Yaacov | 12:28 | 05.23.26
יהודית (מלפנים) ואביבה (מאחור) עברון
'I wanted to examine what intimacy between women looks like in old age'
Dalia Zelikha’s new exhibition, Silvered, documents lesbian couples in later life and challenges a culture that often pushes older women out of sight, offering what she calls a portrait of aging through tenderness, beauty and presence
Hagai Ayed | 00:04 | 05.22.26
אישה אפליקציה טינדר רווקה היכרויות
Sexy dating profile photos may hurt your shot at real love
A new Reichman University study finds sexualized photos may attract quick attention but can make users seem less suitable for serious relationships
Lori Stadtmauer | 07:22 | 05.21.26
עיצובים של איתיה סטבסקי, 2026
Meet the bold new Israeli designers turning fashion into fantasy, identity and art
From sculpted leather to monster-like jewelry and viral-ready accessories, these seven young labels are chasing global stages while turning war, identity and local limits into design language
Itay Yaacov | 14:31 | 05.20.26
אימון עם מוזיקה
Does music boost workouts? Depends what songs you play
A new study finds music can boost workout endurance by nearly 20% — but only if you truly love the songs; it improves performance without making exercise feel harder or putting more strain on the heart
ynet | 09:54 | 05.20.26
הליכה
How many steps a day do you really need to stay healthy?
As step-counting apps turn daily walking into a social competition, here is how many steps you really need, whether walking or running is better, and how age and tracking affect health and motivation
Eitan Gefen | 05:08 | 05.20.26
אורית נבון
Orit Navon had a mommy makeover; now she wants to break the shame around plastic surgery
For a month, Orit Navon could not open a refrigerator, laugh or cough, but says the surgery fulfilled a dream: tummy tuck and breast lift in one procedure; in a new TV series, she follows women who chose cosmetic surgery and asks why they are still judged for it
Smadar Shir | 01:35 | 05.20.26
לינה משותפת
‘There’s the rest of the house for sex’: The parents who sleep with their children
Some parents eagerly await the day their child sleeps alone, but others embrace co-sleeping well beyond the baby years, saying it offers security, closeness and better rest, even as it raises questions about privacy and sex
Nirit Zuk | 08:24 | 05.19.26
ילדה ואבא
After 35 years of marriage, she discovered her husband had a secret child in Tel Aviv
A retired teacher noticed an unexplained decline in her standard of living and hired a private investigator, who uncovered a second household, a young daughter she knew nothing about and years of hidden financial transfers that later became central to the divorce case
Attorney Lirit Avital Bar-Natan | 08:46 | 05.18.26
משפחת גל - על הספה
Inside an Israeli family’s mud house: built by hand, debt-free and defying convention
Yaron and Ronit spent years living in a handmade mud house on a shared family farm before buying new land to build a home from shipping containers, as Yaron copes with PTSD after rescuing Nova survivors and serving in reserve duty
Asi Haim | 09:50 | 05.16.26
ילדים ומסכים
What happens when a family gives up screens for 30 days
Phones at breakfast, tablets after school and television through dinner have become the background noise of family life; a 30-day screen detox can be uncomfortable at first, but may improve sleep, behavior, conversation and household stress
Evelyn Lucas | 09:12 | 05.16.26
bdsm
Why people are drawn to kink, and what it can teach us about intimacy and control
Clinical psychologist Dr. Itamar Cohen was exposed to British kink culture through patients he treated in London, fell in love with it and began exploring himself and his relationship; he says kink can allow people to revisit unresolved childhood experiences, but stresses it can never replace therapy
Lori Stadtmauer | 03:20 | 05.16.26
מלאניה טראמפ
Melania Trump’s second-term transformation: from reluctant first lady to power player
Melania Trump has transformed in Donald Trump’s second term: more political, more aggressive toward the media and deeply involved in the family’s growing business empire, as billions flow from books, films and controversial crypto ventures.
Tzippy Shmilovitz, New York | 18:27 | 05.15.26
בדרך לספרייה. מתצוגת מיו מיו לאביב 2026
Rory Gilmore, but make it runway: how books became fashion’s ultimate accessory
Vogue has already named literary chic one of 2026’s biggest fashion trends, but does dressing like someone who reads actually mean people are reading more, or is the right cardigan enough?
Liora Shuster | 11:03 | 05.13.26
מעיין מרום
'I walked the streets in a wedding dress for 40 days searching for love'
After losing two brothers in one week, 34-year-old Maayan Marom rebuilt her life with a bold public search for love, wearing wedding dress for 40 days, even during Iran war, with a sign reading: ‘Still haven’t found my groom’
Sivan Kanety Avitan | 10:31 | 05.12.26
ג'סמין טוקס בתצוגה של ויקטוריה'ס סיקרט, 2025
From Victoria’s Secret to Chanel, pregnant models take over the runway
Pregnancy is emerging as fashion’s newest visual statement, challenging the return of size-zero ideals while risking becoming another industry-controlled aesthetic
Itay Yaacov | 09:00 | 05.11.26
איל זלוף בפעולה
Israeli cliff jumper risks it all in death-defying leaps across the country | Watch
Ilay Zloof, 20, says every cliff jump begins with careful checks, fear and risk calculation, from Acre’s walls to Ein Akev’s canyon: ‘This is not something where you rely on luck’
Assaf Kamar | 08:56 | 05.10.26
בארל אדם
Bachelor of the week: searching for love after heartbreak and one unforgettable bad date in Netanya
Barel Adam, Tel Aviv event producer and marathon runner, says heartbreak made him stronger and more clear-eyed about love; now he wants an optimistic partner, warm family and relationship worth fighting for
Sivan Kanety Avitan | 09:13 | 05.08.26
SZA בגאלה של המטרופוליטן, 2026
Nearly nude looks, feathers and excess: Inside the 2026 Met Gala’s wildest looks
As protests over Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez loomed outside, Met Gala stars from Beyoncé to Rihanna and the Kardashian-Jenners tried to answer the night’s question: How do you wear art?
Itay Yaacov | 14:38 | 05.05.26
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