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From trauma to triumph: Yuval Raphael’s emotional Eurovision journey—with fellow October 7 survivors

Shortly after surviving the October 7 massacre, Yuval Raphael was invited to audition, but psychologists ruled it was too soon; since then, she has become an advocate, spoken at the UN and now heads to Eurovision—joined by the friends who survived with her

Ran Boker | 03.15.25

Israel unveils its song for Eurovision 2025: Watch

New Day Will Rise (Yom Hadash Yafzia) will be performed by Yuval Raphael, on October 7 was in a protected shelter and had to play dead to hide from Hamas terrorists

Ran Boker | 03.09.25

Israel’s Eurovision entry officially approved, ending uncertainty

The European Broadcasting Union has finally notified the Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation that it has approved the song 'New Day Will Rise,' confirming Israel's participation in the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest; The video will premiere on Sunday

Ran Boker | 03.06.25

גל גדות נואמת בטקס קבלת האות ההוקרה של הליגה נגד השמצה

'My name is Gal, I am Jewish and we have had enough of this hate'

In a powerful ADL speech, Gal Gadot called for hostage release and shared how she found solace in a synagogue after October 7; Declaring she could not stay silent, she urged Jews to stand up for themselves: 'We cannot hold our breath and beg for support from others'

Ran Boker | 03.05.25

Israeli journalist Sivan Rahav-Meir leaves Channel 12 after over 20 years

Rahav-Meir boasts an impressive career at the Israeli channel; she reportedly said she would rather focus on lecturing and authoring books

Ran Boker | 02.27.25

Yarden Bibas thanks the Israeli people for their support in Facebook post

In a heartfelt Facebook post, Yarden Bibas expressed his gratitude to the Israeli people for their unwavering support following the tragic loss of his wife, Shiri, and children, Ariel and Kfir; Train stations and other building were lit in orange in memory of the murdered family

Ran Boker, Nina Fox | 02.23.25

'Fauda' star, singer Idan Amedi returns to stage for 1st time since severe injury in Gaza

After recovering from injuries sustained over a year ago in battles against Hamas, Amedi returned to the stage for the first time, performing before more than 8,000 people in Jerusalem; 'If there’s one thing I’ve learned this past year, it’s to cherish the moment, the now — because nothing else exists. So, thank God I’m here'

Ran Boker | 02.20.25

Noa Kirel to star in Argentinean musical teen drama

Facilitated by Israeli production company SIPUR, singer Noa Kirel to appear appear alongside Argentinean musician Agustín Bernasconi in a 25-episode show

Ran Boker | 02.19.25

Europe approves Israel's 2025 Eurovision song entry

European Broadcasting Union okays song selection without complaints, like those that dogged last year's entry; Song selections has stirred discontent among Israeli artists

Ran Boker | 02.17.25

Israel's Eurovision pick challenged in court

Creators opposing the selection of a song by Keren Peles claim conflicts of interest and demand a new selection process; legal action against Kan Broadcasting Corporation threatens to derail Israel’s participation in the Eurovision Song Contest

Ran Boker | 02.16.25

Eurovision is not just about music: 'It's also about money. A lot of money'

After 20+ artists oppose Eurovision selection over conflict-of-interest claims, Ynet learns financial motives at play; 'Eurovision hit can generate hundreds of thousands of shekels,' sources say; broadcaster insists process was fair

Ran Boker | 02.09.25

Israeli musicians protest Eurovision song selection, alleging conflict of interest

Critics argue song written by Keren Peles should be disqualified due to her involvement in selecting Israel’s Eurovision representative; Kan Broadcasting dismisses allegations, says selection was unanimous

Ran Boker | 02.09.25

Israel’s Eurovision 2025 entry to feature biblical Song of Songs quotes

Keren Peles, co-writer of Israel's 2024 Eurovision entry Hurricane, pens country's 2025 song for Yuval Raphael; premiere set to air next month on Kan Broadcasting ahead of contest in Switzerland

Ran Boker | 02.07.25

Israel's Eurovision 2025 contestant Yuval Raphael to compete in second semi-final

Israel will compete in the second semi-final of the international song contest on May 15; Eurovision experts say this is a 'good draw for Israel'

Ran Boker | 01.28.25

'The major physical ordeal is behind me': 'Fauda' star Idan Amedi speaks of recovery from Gaza injury

Israeli singer thanks doctor and physiotherapist alongside his family for close care ahead of his planned return to the stage in February

Ran Boker | 01.26.25