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יובל רפאל באירוויזיון
How Israel avoided Eurovision ouster and the diplomatic push that changed the vote
Israel’s delegation mounted an intensive lobbying effort in Geneva, backed by a special team formed by President Herzog, as the EBU advanced new rules critics said targeted Israel
Ran Boker | 12.04.25
יובל רפאל באירוויזיון
Israel cleared to compete in Eurovision 2026; Spain, Netherlands, Slovenia, Ireland to boycott
Vote, held by secret ballot as part of a broader approval of new contest rules, followed months of debate over Israel’s participation amid the war in Gaza and public pressure from several European broadcasters
Ran Boker | 12.04.25
יובל רפאל בגמר אירוויזיון 2025
Spain makes it official: It will boycott Eurovision if Israel participates
A week before crucial debate on Israel's participation, Spain says it will boycott the event unless Israel is kicked out, and says Israel 'systematically violated the contest’s rules and used them for political purposes while other countries are punished for same behavior'
Ran Boker | 11.28.25
אלון אהל מנגן בפסתר בכיכר החטופים
Alon Ohel plays piano set up for him in Hostages' Square | Watch
For nearly 2 years, the piano had been waiting for Alon Ohel at Hostages' Square in Tel Aviv; he played 'Song Without a Name' by Yehudit Ravitz, which he said strengthened him in captivity
Ran Boker | 11.19.25
גלצ
Defense Minister Katz orders closure of Army Radio by March 2026
Katz calls move necessary to preserve the IDF’s nonpartisan character; decision follows months of review by an advisory committee he appointed in June to examine the station’s future
Ran Boker | 11.12.25
גל גדות
Gal Gadot named 2026 Genesis Prize laureate for support of Israel, advocacy for October 7 victims
World's most successful Israeli actress honored for her public condemnation of Hamas, efforts to spotlight victims and hostages and commitment to Jewish values; 'I love my country and dedicate this award to the organizations who will help Israel heal'
Ran Boker | 11.11.25
נגה ארז
Israeli singer Noga Erez says her team and fans were attacked by protesters in Mexico
Israeli singer Noga Erez said she received threats before her Mexico City show, where protesters used violence against her crew and fans: 'While I fully respect freedom of speech and expression, these people know nothing about me or what I’m about,' she wrote
Ran Boker | 11.10.25
יו"ר תאגיד השידור האוסטרי, נשיא המדינה ובכירי כאן
'Inseparable part of the contest': Austrian broadcaster backs Israel’s place in Eurovision ahead of EBU talks
With several European countries calling to bar Israel from next year’s contest, ORF chairman Roland Weissmann meets President Herzog and Kan officials in Jerusalem, voicing firm support as Israel’s participation appears increasingly likely
Ran Boker | 11.10.25
הרב האדמו"ר יאשיהו פינטו וקנייה ווסט
Kanye West meets Rabbi Pinto in New York, expresses regret for antisemitic tirades
In emotional conversation, controversial rapper takes responsibility for past statements, calls meeting a first step toward rebuilding trust; Rabbi Pinto, who previously served prison time for bribery, says Judaism is rooted in repentance and redemption
Ran Boker, Shilo Freid | 11.06.25
עטיפת הסינגל של עדן בן זקן, Queen of Roses
Israeli pop star Eden Ben-Zaken releases first English-language song ahead of US tour
Queen of Roses, written and composed by Grammy-winning Swedish songwriter Jonas Myrin, draws its title from earlier Hebrew hit Malka Shel HaShoshanim (Queen of the Roses), though artist’s team emphasized that the two are entirely different songs
Ran Boker | 10.28.25
גדודי עז א-דין אל קסאם בעזה
Germany halts work with Gaza production firm after Israel shows slain employee was Hamas terrorist
Germany’s public broadcaster ZDF froze its collaboration with a Gaza-based production company after Israel presented documents showing that a staff member killed in an Israeli strike was part of Hamas’ military wing
Ran Boker | 10.27.25
אלקנה בוחבוט ורבקה בהופעה של אייל גולן
Eyal Golan pays touching tribute to freed hostage Elkana Bohbot at Tel Aviv concert
Singer addresses Bohbot in the crowd and welcomes him back to Israel; dedicates song to Bohbot’s wife during emotional performance at Yarkon Park
Ran Boker | 10.26.25
משטרה
Famous model arrested on suspicion of murder in Petah Tikva
What began as an apparent suicide investigation has turned into a suspected murder case: a well-known model and three others were arrested after a man’s death in Petah Tikva. The victim’s father, serving a life sentence for murder, was briefly released for the mourning.
Raanan Ben-Zur, Meir Turgeman, Ran Boker | 10.26.25
מתוך ההופעה של מארון 5 בישראל
Israel eyes concert comeback as ceasefire spurs hope
After years of cancellations by global artists, Israeli promoters work to revive international performances by summer 2026; success hinges on sustained calm, Gaza reconstruction and regional normalization efforts amid lingering fears of backlash and boycotts
Ran Boker | 10.23.25
שילה שלום
Former Big Brother contestant sues for disability after washing dishes on set
Shilo Shalom claims lasting damage from hand injury during 2024 season; lawsuit argues he was a salaried employee entitled to benefits, while National Insurance rejects claim over lack of employer-employee relationship
Ran Boker | 10.19.25
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