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ג'פרי ארצ'ר
Bestselling author Jeffrey Archer dies at 86, hours before publication of his final novel
The British author sold more than 300 million books over five decades while pursuing a political career that later led to prison; his 31st and final novel, ‘Adam & Eve,’ is due to be published worldwide Tuesday
ynet | 00:14 | 10.06.26
אולג קובאייב
Russia sentences Israeli animator to 4 years over anti-war cartoon
St. Petersburg court convicts Israel-based ‘Masyanya’ creator Oleg Kuvaev in absentia of calls against state security and violating Russia’s ‘foreign agent’ law; case began after an episode urged Russian soldiers to surrender
Itamar Eichner | 23:57 | 10.05.26
Bishop Robert Stearns
Awake Jerusalem brings 51 nations together for night of music, prayer at Tower of David
Hosted by Bishop Robert Stearns, the 2½-hour event opened with the Hebrew Shema prayer and brought Christian artists from around the world together in Jerusalem for an evening of music, faith and solidarity with Israel 
ynet Global | 14:31 | 10.04.26
אילון מאסק
Elon Musk is single again: Shivon Zilis reveals sudden split after four kids and years together
Zilis says Musk ended the relationship without warning, despite exchanging ‘I love you’ texts days earlier; she calls their home his ‘safe place,’ says she still cares deeply for him and reflects on the four children they share together
Inbal Hananel | 08:53 | 10.04.26
רותם מרקמן
Being friends with benefits isn’t enough for me anymore
After another intimate encounter, she admits she can no longer settle for being friends with benefits; hoping for something deeper, she puts her feelings on the line, only to receive a one-word response and, ultimately, silence
Rotem Markman | 22:36 | 10.03.26
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Christian leaders from 51 nations gather for Awake Jerusalem
More than 550 Christian leaders and dignitaries are in Israel for Eagles’ Wings delegation; Bishop Robert Stearns says Tower of David event aims to move ‘from prayer to action’ and build a stronger bridge between Christians, Israel and the Jewish people
Karen Shemesh | 20:05 | 10.03.26
A newer attraction is also attempting to make the city’s past more immersive
Ancient Acre meets the avant-garde as international artists take over
Tens of thousands flocked to Acre’s Old City as hundreds of Israeli and international artists filled its ancient streets with theater, circus, dance, fire shows and installations during the annual alternative theater festival
ynet Global | 14:18 | 10.03.26
Quentin Tarantino and Daniella Pick expecting third child together
Pick is in the later stages of pregnancy; the new baby will join the couple’s son Leo, 6, and daughter Adriana, 4
Yaara Zamir | 01:15 | 10.02.26
סילבסטר סטאלון
Sylvester Stallone opens up about his mother’s attempted abortion and son’s death
‘The only reason you’re here is because the hanger didn’t work’: Veteran actor tells Page Six of his mother’s death and the chilling call informing him his eldest son had died: ‘Sorry, gone. See you later. Bye’
Inbal Hananel | 13:51 | 10.01.26
ג'ונה פלאט
‘We lost the information war’: Jonah Platt takes on Israel’s online battle
Jonah Platt, host of the 'Being Jewish' podcast, speaks about Israel’s information war, rising antisemitism, Hollywood’s reluctance to speak out and why he believes Jews must challenge hatred while remaining willing to criticize their own side
Amir Bogen | 04:54 | 10.01.26
פרסלי גרבר, בנה המנוח של סידני קרופורד
Presley Gerber filmed himself entering sober living home hours before fatal overdose
Cindy Crawford’s 27-year-old son reportedly sought help after taking drugs and fearing he was losing control, but TMZ says he continued using after being admitted and was found dead in his room hours later
Omer Daniel | 01:39 | 10.01.26
המפגש של הגיבור של טיסת הבלהות פליי דובאי עם ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו
‘I watch Air Crash Investigation’: Flydubai hero says TV show helped him take the controls
Yaniv Hayun told Netanyahu he pulled back on the aircraft’s controls after helping overpower the suspected attacker; the long-running documentary series reconstructs air disasters using cockpit recordings, testimony and accident reports
ynet | 21:18 | 09.30.26
בונו, בן גביר
Bono compares Ben-Gvir’s Gaza rhetoric to Himmler: ‘It’s just outrageous’
U2 frontman tells Rolling Stone he still stands with Israel while fiercely criticizing the national security minister and Netanyahu’s reliance on him to maintain his coalition majority
ynet | 14:00 | 09.29.26
הנסיך הארי מייגן מרקל
Harry and Meghan threaten California return if UK denies taxpayer-funded security
A month after returning to Britain, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are reportedly considering moving back to California if Harry is denied publicly funded police protection; royal commentator Richard Eden called the reported ultimatum ‘a form of blackmail’
Inbal Hananel | 11:06 | 09.29.26
סידני סוויני
Sydney Sweeney converting to Judaism? Rosh Hashanah outing fuels rumors
Rumors intensified after the ‘Euphoria’ star attended Rosh Hashanah services with Scooter Braun, as reports say their relationship is becoming increasingly serious
ynet Global | 10:59 | 09.28.26
הפגנה פרו-ישראלית מחוץ להקרנת "נז"א בניו יורק
‘NAZA’ faces New York protest as Gaza documentary wins audience award in Spain
About 30 pro-Israel demonstrators gathered outside the sold-out New York Film Festival screening, displaying Oct. 7 imagery and demanding greater context; across the Atlantic, supporters at San Sebastián waved Palestinian flags and ‘We are NAZA too’ signs as the film won the audience award
Amir Bogen, New York | 01:43 | 09.27.26
סילבסטר סטאלון
Sylvester Stallone reveals he suffered from bulimia while filming ‘Rocky III’
At 80, Sylvester Stallone reveals he suffered from extreme bulimia while filming 'Rocky III,' used steroids to maintain his action-star physique and endured childhood abuse, reflecting on the physical and emotional toll of his past
ynet | 22:33 | 09.26.26
פול לוגאן עם כרטיס פוקימון Illustrator
From childhood toys to million-dollar assets: Why collecting has gone mainstream
Pokémon cards, sneakers, LEGO and memorabilia have become a booming market fueled by nostalgia and social media; why are adults spending fortunes chasing pieces of their childhood — and is collecting becoming an investment vehicle?
Ilan Levinsohn | 08:38 | 09.25.26
Kevin Bright
‘Friends’ producer Kevin Bright honors Oct. 7 survivors at Tel Aviv film screening
The Bridge follows 10 massacre survivors who traveled to a US rock camp and played with musicians linked to Guns N’ Roses, Black Sabbath and Skid Row; Bright says the project aims to tell a story of resilience, healing and hope through music
ynet Global | 13:27 | 09.24.26
הנסיך הארי הרוזן ספנסר
Harry’s uncle warned him about rushing into marriage with Meghan, author claims
Earl Charles Spencer is back in the headlines, this time over Meghan Markle; royal author Tom Bower claims Diana’s brother cautioned Harry over his rush toward marriage after the prince expected his mother’s family to see similarities between Diana and Meghan
Inbal Hananel | 10:33 | 09.24.26
נציג הולנד ביצוע גמר אירוויזיון 2025
Netherlands to return to Eurovision in 2027 after boycott over Israel’s participation
Dutch broadcaster NPO cites EBU’s ‘significant steps’ and rule changes after the Netherlands joined four countries in boycotting the 2026 contest over Israel
Ran Boker | 17:28 | 09.23.26
כוכב הרשת בריידן פיטרס המכונה ברשתות "קלוויקולר"
Looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular charged with rape after controversial Israel visit
Braden Peters, 20, accused of raping intoxicated 16-year-old, providing her alcohol; charges come months after livestreamer sparked uproar in Israel
Daniel Edelson, New York | 05:35 | 09.23.26
פרסלי גרבר
Cindy Crawford’s son Presley Gerber dies at 27 at rehab facility
Presley Gerber, the son of Cindy Crawford and brother of actress Kaia Gerber, died while receiving treatment at a rehabilitation facility; his cause of death remains unknown; in recent years, he had spoken openly about his mental health struggles and his dependence on prescription medication and drugs
Omer Daniel | 19:58 | 09.21.26
הנסיך צ'רלס הנסיכה דיאנה
Charles told Diana he was ‘very happy’ to marry her but ‘not actually in love with her,’ brother says
In forthcoming memoir Swan Song, Earl Spencer says Princess Diana tried to abandon the engagement, struggled with an eating disorder and later repeatedly drove to Beachy Head while contemplating suicide; Buckingham Palace challenges his recollection
Inabl Hananel | 10:21 | 09.20.26
Kevin Bright
‘Friends’ producer Kevin Bright visits October 7 massacre sites: ‘I am prouder to be Jewish’
The producer and co-creator of the hit sitcom toured Sderot, the Nova festival site and Kfar Aza, meeting survivors featured in ‘The Bridge,’ a documentary about an initiative that brought 10 October 7 survivors to a US music camp
ynet Global | 16:52 | 09.19.26
זואי קרביץ עם ג'ינס קצר ברחוב
Why the internet can’t get enough of Zoë Kravitz’s style
The obsession with her street style shows no signs of fading; and as if that weren’t enough, Harry Styles has now entered the picture as her boyfriend
Liora Shuster | 08:35 | 09.19.26
יובל אברהם ורחל שור
After uproar in Israel, Gaza documentary ‘NAZA’ heads to US theaters in independent release
Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor’s film has sold out both New York Film Festival screenings and will open in Manhattan before expanding to Los Angeles and other US cities, despite having no American distributor
Amir Bogen | 02:08 | 09.19.26
הנסיכה דיאנה
King Charles, after Diana's death, said: 'We’ll forget her soon enough'
In his memoir, the brother of the late Princess Diana revealed the conversation he had with King Charles shortly after her death: He lashed out with 'his pent-up contempt for Diana, and his horror that the world was so bowled over by her death'
Inbal Hananel | 20:21 | 09.17.26
מייקל רפפורט
‘Macklemore is untalented and uneducated. He should come to Israel and see for himself’
In an interview with ynet, Michael Rapaport says Israelis need laughter after Oct. 7, why performing in Israel recharges him, how he found an ‘Israeli soul’ in his New York bluntness and why artists should not have to explain or apologize for appearing in Israel
Smadar Shiloni | 17:05 | 09.17.26
קווין קוסטנר ג'ניפר מילבורן
Kevin Costner is hanging out with someone new, and she's 30 years younger than him
71-year-old megastar was spotted grocery shopping with a 40-year-old woman; this is how she responded when asked about their relationship
Omer Daniel | 13:35 | 09.17.26
Peter Max
Peter Max, psychedelic pop artist who helped define the 1960s, dies at 88
Berlin-born Max lived in China and Israel before settling in New York, where his cosmic colors, peace symbols and celebrity portraits became fixtures of 1960s counterculture and later a vast commercial empire
Reuters | 10:05 | 09.17.26
בוב מאקי
Bob Mackie, legendary designer who defined Hollywood glamour, dies at 87
The nine-time Emmy winner dressed generations of stars, from Marilyn Monroe, Carol Burnett and Cher to Madonna and Diana Ross, turning sequins, feathers and theatrical excess into an unmistakable style that still shapes celebrity fashion
News Agencies | 20:12 | 09.14.26
סימון סיניורה
Simone Signoret survived Yves Montand’s Marilyn Monroe affair — and refused to be defined by it
Filmmaker Diane Kurys revisits Simone Signoret and Yves Montand’s turbulent marriage, the Marilyn Monroe affair that left a lasting wound, and an extraordinary life shaped by cinema, Jewish roots, Israel, politics and an Oscar-winning comeback
Amir Kaminer | 20:03 | 09.14.26
The Whole World Sings Together
17 countries, one song: Global chorus to stand with Jews on Oct. 7
Inspired by ‘We Are the World,’ Mike Evans’ new project unites voices from 17 countries in remembrance of Oct. 7 and solidarity with Israel and Jews worldwide
ynet Global | 19:54 | 09.14.26
משין גאן קלי דקוטה ג'ונסון
Dakota Johnson and Machine Gun Kelly? Secret NYC night meetup fuels dating rumors
The actress and musician reportedly met at Taylor Swift’s empty Tribeca home before leaving together for a nearby hotel, fueling romance speculation
Omer Daniel | 17:55 | 09.14.26
באני ייגר בצילום עצמי
From bikini model to Playboy photographer: Bunny Yeager, the woman who helped invent the selfie
Bunny Yeager modeled bikinis in 1940s Miami before moving behind the camera to photograph Bettie Page and become a Playboy pioneer; a new documentary revisits the nearly forgotten woman who challenged convention and portrayed sexuality on her own terms
Itay Yaacov | 20:25 | 09.13.26
ליידי גאגא עם התינוק
Lady Gaga welcomes first baby with fiancé Michael Polansky
The Grammy-winning singer, 40, has welcomed her first child with fiancé Michael Polansky after repeatedly speaking about her hopes of becoming a mother and calling motherhood her ‘next starring role’ 
ynet | 05:01 | 09.12.26
מיטומבה_מירב גזית ומאיה ארזי
New Israeli design exhibition tackles climate crisis as international creators hesitate to take part
A new Design Museum Holon exhibition explores creative solutions to the climate crisis, from producing drinking water from air to recycling discarded clothing, while some international designers declined to participate
Dar Moussafir | 17:33 | 09.09.26
בגלל חייל ישראלי - קריאות לחרם עולמי על אדידס
Adidas apologizes after boycott calls over campaign featuring wounded IDF veteran
Sportswear giant says it 'never intended to cause offense' after pro-Palestinian activists targeted an Israeli campaign featuring amputee runner Shalev Biton, who lost his leg to anti-tank fire near Gaza in 2021
Itay Yaacov | 11:01 | 09.08.26
פמלה אנדרסון
Naturally stunning: Pamela Anderson steals the show in Venice without a trace of makeup
The 59-year-old actress arrived at the Venice Film Festival event with a completely natural face, continuing the makeup-free look that has become one of her signature in recent years
Inbal Hananel | 02:46 | 09.08.26
שרה פרגוסון
Sarah Ferguson eyes quiet return to Britain while attention stays on Harry and Meghan
After seven months abroad, the former Duchess of York is reportedly preparing to rent a six-bedroom home near London for £10,000 a month, hoping intense attention on the Sussexes will allow her to return quietly
Inbal Hananel | 22:10 | 09.07.26
הנסיך הארי המלך צ'רלס
King Charles clarifies Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s status for first time since UK return
In a letter to senior UK officials, King Charles clarified Harry and Meghan’s status after their return to Britain: 'Their position is akin to private citizens. Their royal titles remain suspended and are not in use'
Inbal Hananel | 19:13 | 09.07.26
אד שירן ומקלמור
Israeli-American group urges Ed Sheeran to drop Macklemore over anti-Israel concert speech
Petition says rapper used his MetLife Stadium opening set to call for ‘Free Palestine’ and perform ‘Hind’s Hall’ against Gaza imagery, arguing Sheeran’s stage should not be used for one-sided political messaging
ynet Global | 10:53 | 09.06.26
המשפיען איגו "טייני" אוביריבו מת בעקבות הזרקה לעיבוי איבר המין
Influencer dies after penis enlargement injection during Bangkok vacation
British-Nigerian influencer Igo 'Tiny' Obiribwo, 43, died less than 24 hours after the cosmetic procedure; an inquest found hyaluronic acid reached his lungs and caused a fatal pulmonary embolism
ynet | 09:10 | 09.06.26
Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach sings at a wedding
The other side of Shlomo Carlebach: New documentary revisits allegations against the beloved rabbi
 'The Darkest Light' examines the sexual misconduct allegations that have shadowed his legacy, as his daughter Neshama and filmmaker Simon Mendes confront how to reconcile his spiritual influence with claims of profound harm
Ayala Or-El | 05:04 | 09.06.26
בגדים של המותג Urban Privacy
Can fashion beat facial recognition? Designers are creating clothes to confuse AI
As AI-powered cameras become better at identifying and tracking people, European designers are exploiting algorithmic weaknesses with prints, infrared lights and signal-blocking accessories
Itay Yaacov | 21:59 | 09.04.26
אבי יששכרוף, מארק רופאלו
‘Fauda’ creator slams Mark Ruffalo as ‘rare combination’ of ‘stupid’ and ‘ignorant’
Avi Issacharoff challenged the Hollywood star’s repeated Gaza ‘genocide’ claims during a London panel, as Ruffalo faces renewed controversy over comments tied to the Paramount-Warner Bros. deal
ynet | 20:59 | 09.04.26
דונלד טראמפ
Trump ‘happy’ Harry and Meghan left US: ‘I was not a fan’
Amid renewed tensions over Iran and the Middle East, the US president finds time for the Sussexes, saying they treated the royal family ‘with great disrespect’
Inbal Hananel | 17:22 | 09.03.26
Dan Hotel in Haifa
Dan Hotels adds Haifa Film Festival stays with screening access
Guests at Dan Carmel and Dan Panorama can book festival packages that include admission to opening ceremony or passes for four screenings; opening event programl includes Yuval Raphael, Iranian-British singer Gola and the Haifa Symphony Orchestra 
ynet Global | 16:35 | 09.03.26
הסיקור בעיתונות על היעלמותה של אגתה כריסטי
Agatha Christie’s real-life mystery: the 11 days the queen of crime disappeared
An abandoned car, a fur coat and a cheating husband: Agatha Christie’s 11-day disappearance gripped Britain and baffled investigators; as Hollywood revisits the mystery, we look back at the drama and the trauma reflected in her writing
Smadar Shiloni | 12:00 | 09.02.26
Dolly
Dolly Parton’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star vandalized a week after her death
Photos and videos showed scratches and dark marks across Parton’s name; Hollywood officials said the star was already scheduled for repairs because of earlier cracks
ynet | 08:59 | 09.02.26
האנה אייבנדר, מארק רופאלו, עינת ויצמן
Over 170 Jewish figures defend Mark Ruffalo against antisemitism claims
Joel Coen, Hannah Einbinder and Tony Kushner are among signatories rejecting Paramount’s accusations after Ruffalo linked its Warner Bros. takeover to Israel and Gaza
ynet | 20:40 | 09.01.26
זנדאיה
Zendaya at 30: how a Disney child star became Hollywood’s most powerful brand
From confronting racist stereotypes at 18 to ‘Euphoria,’ ‘Dune,’ ‘Spider-Man’ and a fiercely private life with Tom Holland, Zendaya built a rare career on control, patience and near-perfect image management
Tzipi Shmilovitz, New York | 22:16 | 08.31.26
ג'ון גליאנו
Met cancels John Galliano exhibition after backlash over antisemitic past
The 2027 show was scrapped after mounting criticism in New York; Galliano said he remains accountable for the pain caused by his past remarks and did not want the controversy to overshadow the museum
Itay Yaacov | 21:43 | 08.31.26
אהרון בר עוז כתב מכתב לנעמי שמר במלחמת ששת הימים
Six-Day War veteran donates Naomi Shemer’s reply: ‘For those who say they’d rather die than enlist’
Aharon Bar-Oz wrote to Naomi Shemer 59 years ago to thank her for ‘Jerusalem of Gold’; after his daughter unexpectedly spotted the postcard at Israel’s National Library, the family donated Shemer’s handwritten reply
Gilad Cohen | 13:33 | 08.31.26
הנסיך הארי מייגן מרקל
Nine bedrooms, a film studio and no public paths: Inside Harry and Meghan’s UK dream home
Less than a week after returning to Britain, the Sussexes are reportedly weighing a sprawling Cotswolds property, with Harry prioritizing privacy and Meghan said to want a home studio as the couple maps out work, school and family life
Inbal Hananel | 12:43 | 08.31.26
ג'וליה רוברטס בפסטיבל קאן, 2016
Keeping their feet on the ground: Stars who went barefoot on the red carpet
Some ditched their shoes to challenge gendered dress codes, others for comfort or fashion: from Cannes rebels to Kesha’s freedom-inspired Grammys look, these stars proved glamour does not always require heels
Itay Yaacov | 11:53 | 08.31.26
ברק אובמה מישל אובמה
Michelle Obama on daughters Malia and Sasha leaving home: ‘I don’t miss them’
Michelle Obama says she is happily embracing life as an empty nester after daughters Malia and Sasha moved out, joking that her reaction was very different from her husband’s: 'Barack cried when they went to college. I was like, ‘Bye!’'
Inbal Hananel | 10:15 | 08.31.26
חתונה דניאל עמית אמילי דמארי
From captivity to the chuppah: Emily Damari marries Danielle Amit
Influencer Danielle Amit and former Hamas hostage Emily Damari married Thursday in Tel Aviv, seven months after their engagement and more than a year after going public with their relationship
Yoni Froim | 07:35 | 08.28.26
סלין דיון על שער גיליון ספטמבר של הרפר'ס בזאר, 2026
Nicole Kidman, North West and Harry Styles: The best and worst September fashion covers
After several lackluster years, fashion’s key month is reviving the magazine cover wars with major stars and ambitious shoots; from Rihanna and Celine Dion to Harry Styles, Kaia Gerber and Homer Gere, who shines — and who tries too hard?
Itay Yaacov | 20:27 | 08.27.26
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