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The ambassador who also sells sleeping supplements

Ambassador continues earning from Relaxium endorsements as the report raises questions over ethics rules and the limits of pre‑existing commercial agreements.

Praise for Oct. 7

Kafr Qassem resident charged with incitement to terrorism for praising Oct. 7

According to the indictment, just ten days after the war began, the defendant posted four Arabic-language posts on her Facebook page in which she incited acts of terror and expressed support for the Hamas massacre.

Manchester Police Chief criticizes ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans

Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson said he would not have backed the decision to bar Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from the Birmingham match, telling LBC the ban was neither practical nor necessary.

After being closed to women

Jerusalem Municipality cuts funding to haredi Hanukkah concert after being closed to women

The municipality withdrew support after organizers canceled the women’s section and made the haredi Hanukkah concert men-only, following rabbinic rulings against mixed musical events.

Deadly fire breaks out in Hong Kong residential complex

At least 13 people have been killed and dozens more injured in a fire that broke out today in a residential complex in the Tai Po district of Hong Kong. The fire spread rapidly between the buildings using bamboo scaffolding. Emergency forces continue rescue operations at the scene.

'The lawlessness is over'

'The lawlessness is over' | Ben-Gvir and Bedouin citizen clash in the Negev

During a visit to Tel Sheva, an argument broke out between the National Security Minister and one of the residents, who accused him of 'looking for noise.'

'No Regret or Apology'

'No Regret or Apology:' 11 years for Arab who raped soldier at Bat Yam beach

Court sentences a 24-year-old Arab from Hebron to 11 years in prison after he was convicted of raping a 19-year-old soldier at a beach in Bat Yam and causing bodily harm.

Tallit and tefillin found in airport trash in Florida

A tallit and tefillin that were lost were found in a trash bin after a complex search operation involving volunteers, airport staff, the waste management department and the local sheriff's office.

Amit Segal announces birth of fourth child

Channel 12 News commentator Amit Segal announces birth of newborn son. 'A new guy has come to the neighborhood; the world is so beautiful sometimes.'

Watch:

Watch: Jewish shepherds mobbed in Gush Etzion

Dozens of rioters from the village of Rasideh attacked Jewish shepherds near Ma'ale Amos, wounding several residents and stealing sheep from the flock.

Aliyah with purpose:

Aliyah with purpose: Daniel and Rivka share their journey to Carmay Hanadiv

Young couple finds home in Carmay Hanadiv, where a thriving, Torah-rooted community and strong schools drew them in. “Israel is our future,” they say, urging others to take the leap.

Netanyahu tells judges: 'This is on the verge of impossible'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu testifies in court, says 'it is on the verge of impossible' to do three testimonies a week due to security situation.

In coordination with al-Sharaa:

Approved by al-Sharaa: Islamic Jihad establishing significant military presence in Syria

Hamas stregthening ties with Hezbollah in Lebanon as Islamic Jihad builds up its forces in Syria.

Jerusalem: Three teens arrested for attacking bus driver

Teens attack bus driver, steal his phone, after bus driver told them to cease smoking on a public bus.

Six terrorists eliminated in Rafah

Search for terrorists in Rafah continues, six terrorists identified near underground terror infrastructure.

Following Hamas Cyber-Op:

Following Hamas Cyber-Op: IDF to monitor soldiers' social media with AI

The IDF will operate a new artificial intelligence system that will monitor soldiers' public posts on social networks, aiming to prevent the exposure of sensitive information.

Prayers and kiddush helped Eliya Cohen survive Hamas captivity

Hamas captivity survivor Eliya Cohen reflects on life after Gaza captivity: 'I focus on the positive.'

After 781 days:

Body of hostage Dror Or returned to Israel for burial

The IDF has announced that the body of deceased hostage Dror Or has been returned to Israel for burial.

Three killed in road accident near Dead Sea

Man and woman in their 50s killed in road accident on Route 1 in Dead Sea area; elderly woman killed in accident in Ashdod.

Namibian politician named Adolf Hitler on track for second term

Namibian politician Adolf Hitler Uunona, who rejects any link to Nazi ideology, is set for re-election. His name continues to spark global attention and social media reactions.

'We won't allow terror to take root'

Security forces launch operation in northern Samaria: We won't allow terror to take root

IDF, Shin Bet and Border Police launch a major counterterrorism operation in northern Samaria, days after eliminating two terrorists behind deadly attacks.

Prosecutors to retry suspect in 1979 Etan Patz disappearance

Prosecutors will retry Pedro Hernandez in the 1979 disappearance of six-year-old Etan Patz, after his conviction was overturned. Jury selection must begin by June 1 or Hernandez will be released.

After outcry

After outcry, Mamdani shifts tone on NYC synagogue protest

After backlash over rebuking Park East Synagogue, Mayor‑elect Mamdani toughens his stance, condemning chants of “death to the IDF” as “unacceptable, full stop,” while pledging to protect Jewish institutions.

Amid rising antisemitism

Adams announces $3M Queens Holocaust Memorial amid rising antisemitism

NYC will build the Queens Holocaust Memorial at Borough Hall, honoring six million victims and survivors. Backed by $3M, the site will serve as a permanent space for remembrance, education, and unity.

Podcast:

Podcast: Surviving a bear market - how to stay calm when the stock market falls

Steps to keep your cash flow, confidence, and US portfolio intact when things get rough.

Report:

Report: Trump-MBS meeting turned tense over Israel normalization

Axios reports that Trump’s meeting with Saudi Crown Prince turned tense over Saudi-Israel normalization, leaving Trump disappointed.

Ofakim:

Ofakim: Employee’s ingenuity foils bold robbery

Four masked men attempt to rob a jewelry store in a new shopping center in Ofakim, but their efforts are thwarted thanks to an emergency system activated by one of the salesmen.

Inconceivable rise in number of murdered women in Israel

A shocking report presented this morning in the Knesset reveals a bleak picture: in just eight months, the number of women murdered has equaled that in all of 2024, many had previously complained about domestic violence.

Netanyahu attempts to resolve crisis between Chief of Staff, Defense Minister

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu intervenes in the escalating crisis between Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir.

Tel Aviv University addresses lecture topic concerns with Peter Beinart

Peter Beinart was invited to speak on Trump and the future of American democracy, but a pre-lecture post raised concerns he might address a different topic; organizers clarified expectations and he assured compliance.

Body-camera footage:

Body-camera footage: IDF soldiers eliminate murderous terrorist

Newly released footage shows the moments of the assault and shooting in the operation in which the terrorist Sultan al-Ghani - who murdered Kedumim resident Gideon Peri in August 2023 - was eliminated.

Escape attempt stopped:

Escape attempt stopped: video shows police fire at suspicious vehicle in Negev

Minister Ben Gvir expresses support after Negev police fire at driver of suspicious vehicle, 17 suspects detained, tire cache intended for arson seized, and more than 138 traffic fines issued.

UN re-adopts Israeli agricultural technologies resolution

Amb. Danon: “Israel continues to lead an international policy that places agricultural innovation at the core of the fight against the global food crisis.'

Sen. John Fetterman

Sen. John Fetterman: 'Iran spent billions to destroy Israel instead of on water'

Pennsylvania Senator notes that the money Iran put into its nuclear weapons program could have gone toward solving the country's water crisis as water is on the verge of running out in Tehran.

Is it permissible to operate an iRobot on Shabbat?

Rabbi Menachem Perl, head of the Tzomet Institute, says it is halachically possible, as long as there is no direct activation on Shabbat, strict conditions are observed and all preparations are made in advance.

Israel receives body of hostage

The military arms of the Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad terror organizations announced on Tuesday that at 4:00 p.m. they would return the body of a hostage to Israel.

New emoji:

Iranian Jewish MP changes emoji colors after receiving complaints

Dr. Homayoun Shamah, Jewish representative in Iran’s parliament, replaces blue-and-white emoji circles in messages to the Jewish community with the red, green, and white of Iran’s flag, emphasizing the change avoids any perceived support for Israel.

Controversy surrounds Peter Beinart lecture at Tel Aviv University

The CEO of the "Im Tirtzu" movement has called on the president of Tel Aviv University to cancel a lecture by Peter Beinart, who, according to the movement, denies the right of Israel to exist.

Ehud Olmert

Ehud Olmert: 'Crimes were committed, but not genocide'

Former PM tells i24NEWS that he hopes the International Criminal Court will withdraw its arrest warrants against Israeli leaders, accuses Israel of war crimes "every day" in Judea and Samaria.

End of war near?

Britain reaffirms readiness to deploy forces to Ukraine

Prime Minister Keir Starmer tells Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that Britain’s commitment to deploy troops after a ceasefire “remains,” despite Russian objections.