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George Clooney on antisemitism claims against Mark Ruffalo: "I support his right to speak"
The Hollywood star arrived at the Venice Film Festival to receive the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement. At the press conference, he addressed the controversy surrounding Mark Ruffalo and the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, emphasizing the importance of free speech and expressing skepticism about the deal's economic logic.

The role Gal Gadot auditioned for before "Wonder Woman"
The Israeli star revealed in a new interview that ten years ago, when she was already known in Hollywood after playing in "Fast & Furious", she auditioned to play Furiosa in the movie "Mad Max: Fury Road". The role was eventually given to Charlize Theron, but Gadot was left with good memories from the audition: "It was crazy! I auditioned with Tom Hiddleston and he was so amazing."

Did they take it into account? Gal Amitai and Efrat Dor caught in a storm during their honeymoon
Gal Amitai and Efrat Dor decided to continue the festival atmosphere from their wedding for a honeymoon at Burning Man, but a sandstorm slightly hindered the couple from enjoying the post-wedding celebrations. This time, it's not about stardust.

You haven't made eggplant rolls until you've tried this recipe from Nof
This dish is not only simple and delicious, it also makes a huge impression on the holiday table.

Shlomi Saranga postpones concerts due to a hernia
Shlomi Saranga was supposed to start an Israeli tour on October 16, but is postponing it by two weeks due to a surgery he must undergo following a hernia. "I wanted you to hear it from me first, apparently I overdid it a bit with the weights," he wrote to fans.

Ariana Grande is not hiding her next move: "I'm trying to make him my last"
Following a series of stage hints and an official confirmation of their relationship, Ariana Grande has dropped a major hint about her future with former partner Ricky Alvarez.

An intimate ceremony, but big parties: Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz's wedding plans
The 32-year-old singer and 37-year-old actress want a small wedding, but when it comes to celebrations and dancing, as reported by PEOPLE magazine, they envision "big parties." There is only one catch.

Before the autumn holidays, it is essential to stock up on a good basbousa recipe
This is our go-to — for Rosh Hashanah and also for breaking the fast of Yom Kippur

Noa Kirel in a violent and bloody music video: "Viewer discretion advised for ages 18 and up"
Noa Kirel has released a new song and music video, "Love Song," which blends a nod to her honeymoon in Japan—cut short by an emergency return to Israel—with the bloody action style of "Kill Bill" and Sabrina Carpenter's visuals.

Just make sure they don't pull off your finger along with these rolls
The softest, the most yielding: a pan of pull-apart rolls

A Shabbat meal that evokes the autumn spirit
A sudden evening breeze and changing scents have sparked a longing for autumn, leading us to seek out comfort food. We chose a shepherd's pie—a rich, indulgent dish that anchors the table. Complement it with fresh greens and a trendy dessert to welcome the Tishrei holidays in style.

"We didn't want this to happen now": Snir Burgil introduces his new partner
A few months after his divorce from Shi-Li Ofri and amidst ongoing family drama, the reality star officially introduces his new partner in a family story alongside little Alari: "She is charming and makes me feel good."

Jews in Hollywood come to the defense of Mark Ruffalo: "Stop the false use of antisemitism"
More than 170 Jewish figures in the entertainment industry and beyond are standing with Mark Ruffalo after he was accused of antisemitism following his remarks on the Paramount-Warner deal.

Roi Adam keeps the summit: "Avi HaTachul" in first place
Roi Adam's "Avi HaTachul" completes a second consecutive week in first place, while Osher Cohen's "Down" records the week's highest entry at number 13. Everything that happened this week in Israel's official music chart.

Doja Cat reveals: "I struggled with cocaine"
In a series of videos, American rapper Doja Cat opened up about dealing with online negativity, accusations of being "satanic," and her past battle with cocaine and alcohol addiction.

After being spotted limping on stage: Ariana Grande shares she cut her foot
Concerned fans watched the American star limping on stage during her London performances and ditching heels for comfortable shoes. Now, Grande addresses her condition and claims: "It's not a sprain, just a deep cut on my foot - don't worry."

"Everyone hates us": The Israeli who trolled the trolling host and went viral
Almost 3 million users have already seen 16-year-old Romi Stein successfully troll the interviewer who "tried" to figure out which country she is from. In a typical TikTok street interview in London, the Israeli was asked all sorts of leading questions that could have easily exposed her country of origin, until she realized what was going on and called him an idiot. "He tried to make a fool of me...

In short: how to make tzimmes for celebrations
A tzimmes recipe that proves this dish is much more than just carrots and sugar.

"I didn't ask for this": Brian Austin Green's bedroom confession
Brian Austin Green, ex-husband of Megan Fox, opened up about the natural changes in his sex drive as he ages, admitting that it is an inevitable part of life.

Restaurant Parade: September 2026
Avi Biton takes first place with the new Club Marine in Herzliya, Haim Cohen revives a legendary Tel Aviv address, and Asaf Granit manages to create a line even for pita. From the burger everyone is praising to a cafe in Ashkelon that is all over Instagram — these are the 20 most talked-about restaurants, bars, and cafes of the month.

The post that sparked a storm: "The reactions were harsh and cruel"
At the beginning of the year, former children's channel star Liat Ahiron published a candid post about her financial situation, in which she wrote, "I need money to live." In an interview, Sheki Ahiron, Liat's mother, said that some of the reactions that followed were harsh: "They did not understand her intention."

Talya Bartfeld: "I screamed so loud, the neighbors called the police"
Ahead of the new season of "Life is a Difficult Period," 25-year-old actress Talya Bartfeld shares a bizarre behind-the-scenes moment. Her performance was so convincing that neighbors called the police, fearing she was attempting suicide.

"How fast you've grown": Celebrity children head to first grade
After covering their pregnancies, births, and first photos, it's hard to believe that the next generation of the local scene is already carrying a school bag on their backs. Shir Elmaliach, Eden Ben Zaken, Daniel Greenberg and Eyal Golan, Yarden Harel, and other celebrities found it hard to say goodbye: "Something new is starting for us now."

"Please, don't bring the circus here": The warning to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle following the move
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are looking for a home in the Cotswolds, a prestigious area in England that knows celebrities up close but is not exactly excited by them, to say the least, as the locals, as reported now from overseas, are not exactly waiting for the two with open arms. "Let Harry stay silent for at least 8 months"

Data reveals: the most requested karaoke song in Israel
Peer Tasi leads with a hit from the album "Radio Shtach 2", but a different artist tops the singers' list. Here are the latest insights into Israel's most popular karaoke tracks.

After breakup rumors: 'Married at First Sight' stars Evyatar Kahana and Neta Menashe are inseparable
What breakup? 'Married at First Sight' stars were caught on a particularly intimate morning in Tel Aviv. This happened after Kahana treated Menashe to flowers and a touching note, and paparazzi caught them kissing. From the footage, it seems the comeback is here to stay.

Gal Gadot on parting with Wonder Woman: "I saw how they treated others"
Almost a decade after becoming a superhero and the most successful Israeli in Hollywood, Gadot says that DC actually wanted to develop a third film with her - but the way the studio parted ways with Henry Cavill made her a bit hesitant: "The situation with Henry was not handled elegantly, to say the least." She also spoke about her fear of artificial intelligence and the boundaries she set to...

Cakes for Rosh Hashanah: 8 desserts that will steal the show on the holiday eve
From a tall and airy honey cake by Miki Shemo, to an upside-down caramelized apple cake and a chocolate-honey mousse by Carine Goren, to a Nutella tart and a royal layer cake. We have collected for you some must-try recipes for excellent cakes for Rosh Hashanah – some are especially easy (and do not even require baking), all of them will make your meal one to remember.

At 77: Lionel Richie hospitalized for the second time in two months
The legendary star arrived at the hospital after a performance he held in St. Louis, where he underwent medical tests. According to reports, Richie is exercising extreme caution following his health condition, and according to sources familiar with the details, he is expected to be discharged as early as tomorrow.

"I could eat this every day": Gal Kaspers with pasta you won't be able to resist
Are you sure canned goods can't be gourmet? You probably haven't tasted Gal Kaspers' puttanesca pasta, elevated with a unique twist of anchovy chips. "I could eat this all day," the judges raved. The full recipe is inside.

"Disappointed, I saw myself in the final": This is the contestant eliminated from "MasterChef"
With six contestants remaining in the cooking competition, every dish becomes critical. Following a challenging task involving canned goods, Tair Murdoch has left the kitchen: "I finished in sixth place in the previous season as well. Apparently, there is a curse on me with this number."

"An insolent person of a despicable level": The segment by Shahar Hasson that caused a storm - and his response
One of the segments in which he spoke about the colors of the Druze community flag and the LGBTQ+ community flag caused anger among the Druze community, with even Adv. Samer Ali, chairman of the Druze Bar Association, posting a response video in which he harshly attacked the comedian: "We will not allow a chatterbox like you to harm our religion." Shahar Hasson responded to the video and sent a...

Mia Dagan addresses the rumors: "He is in a relationship, he gave up on me"
Mia Dagan left "Dancing with the Stars" not only with a new talent, but also with a particularly close bond with her dancer, Shahar Zismanovich. After the closeness between the two sparked quite a few rumors about the nature of their relationship, the actress clarifies exactly what is going on there.

After a year of dating: Taylor Malkov and Isaac Nakash have broken up
For a year now, Taylor Malkov and Nakash, a member of a well-established Jewish-American family, have been maintaining a long-distance relationship between Miami and Israel. However, the two have now decided to part ways and go their separate ways. It's a pity, it actually looked promising.

Haifa Film Festival Unveils Israeli Program
The 42nd Haifa International Film Festival will take place from September 26 to October 3, 2026. The program features documentaries on Chaim Topol and Naomi Shemer, a film about the Black Panthers, and the final work of the late director Nitzan Giladi.

Daniella Gilboa to Perform in Australia
After launching a musical career and performing on stages in Israel, Daniella Gilboa will take her music to two performances in Australia as part of a Jewish music festival.

The numbers are revealed: The film that conquered the box office and became the summer hit in Israel
"Checkout" or "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse"? "The Odyssey" or "Toy Story 5"? Mako has received the ticket sales data for the most prominent films of the summer in Israel, presented here for the first time. "There was a diverse and original offering, which brought cinema back to the cultural and current agenda."

Herzliya gets 2 new places that bring the hot trend to the city
Three wine bars in the Sharon area and one in Kiryat Ono, new New York-style pizzerias, a cafe with a large menu of matcha drinks, additional skewer restaurants, the taco trend continues to expand, as does the 'dine and party' restaurant trend. Many new places opened this week, here is everything you need to know.

Attack on Anne Hathaway: "Not sexy, and she is pregnant"
After Tom Cruise announced that Anne Hathaway would star alongside him in the sequel to "Days of Thunder," Randy Quaid, who starred in the original film, criticized the casting. He labeled Hathaway a "leftist, WOKE" and claimed her selection was a "horrible choice" for the film's audience.

"My stomach is churning and it's hard for me. I don't sleep well at night and I'm under pressure"
"MasterChef" star Tair Murdoch, who is currently back in the hottest kitchen in the country, shared on her Instagram account the feelings that accompany her - and the desire to prepare special dishes in every episode despite the challenges: "I try to bring creative dishes from different cuisines."