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Aliens, Exorcism and 'Baalei Teshuva': Where Did the Strangest Israeli Film of the Year Come From?
'My One and Only', the debut film by David Tauber, mixes romantic comedy, supernatural horror, alien invasion, exorcism, and a Talmudic midrash about fate, choice, and a match made in heaven. Not all the ingredients manage to connect, and at times it seems the film is too loaded with ideas - but its wild freedom and the unusual voice it brings make it one of the most refreshing surprises of the...

"I love Guri for who he is. Titles, money, and success can collapse in an instant"
Sheri Alfi-Nissan—actress, singer, author, and Oxford researcher—reflects on the culture of self-realization, her Iraqi roots, and life in the shadow of her famous family. On the occasion of her new novel, "Only on Happy Occasions," she shares her thoughts on why the pursuit of success can lead to a sense of lack, and discusses maintaining close ties with her brother, Guri Alfi, and her parents...

"Like in a science fiction movie": Sorek Stream covered in a "web blanket"
Millions of spiders gathered along the banks of the stream and created huge webs, following an outbreak of billions of non-biting midges that provided them with an unimaginable abundance of food. The Nature and Parks Authority explained how this rare phenomenon was created.

Shock in Hollywood: Actress Hayden Panettiere ("Heroes") has passed away at age 36
Panettiere, who played cheerleader Claire Bennet in "Heroes" and starred in "Nashville," died just days before her 37th birthday. A representative confirmed her death, but at this stage, no details regarding the circumstances have been provided.

Professionals call to cancel the declaration of crocodiles as 'domesticated wild animals': 'A horrific idea'
Experts warn of harm to the crocodiles' welfare, the risk of their escape, and concerns that prison security will come at the expense of environmental protection: 'The risk of prisoners escaping is small compared to the problem that could arise from crocodiles escaping.' The Nature and Parks Authority also opposes the declaration: 'The main risks are tangible and clear.'

"I was in a complex relationship": Shimon Buskila responds to allegations
The singer, detained for questioning over alleged threats to his former partner, has addressed the situation publicly. "I have never harmed anyone," he stated, noting that he was released shortly after his questioning.

He was once the bad boy of Spanish cinema. Today, Almodóvar has nothing left to say
In his new film, "Bitter Christmas," Pedro Almodóvar returns to the themes that have occupied him throughout his career - the pain of creation, motherhood, loss, and the way artists feed on the lives of others. The result is aesthetic, occasionally enjoyable, and highly self-aware, but it also sometimes feels like the work of a director who has already asked himself the same questions - and did so...

"I was sure I would lose my job and be sued. And then I went to play basketball, and the world went on"
Jeremy Fogel believes that philosophy does not belong only to academia, but can help us understand reality - even when it is chaotic. On the occasion of his new children's book, "The Book of Opposites", he talks about the storm surrounding the interview with MK Zvi Sukkot ("They are good at creating content, but not at managing a country"), about the item on Channel 14 that led to the removal of...

New X-Men revealed, Adam Driver cast as villain: Disney's big announcements
At the D23 convention, Marvel presented its new generation of mutants and revealed a trailer for 'Avengers: Doomsday'. Disney and Pixar announced sequels to 'The Incredibles', 'Coco', 'Zootopia', and 'Lilo & Stitch', as well as the return of 'Romy and Michele' and 'The Princess Diaries 3'.

"We said we were from Israel — and he chased us away": The Sheinfeld-Shoval family story
The love story of Ronit and Ruti began with a workplace friendship, and today their ex-husband is part of the family. The couple speaks candidly about life in the shadow of the war, a recent humiliating incident in Vienna, and how fulfilling a dream—buying a house in Greece—has become an emotional outlet for them.

More than just sushi fish: The secrets of the bluefin tuna revealed
How big is this fish really, where does it migrate, and why is it so important? Discover the fascinating life of this marine super-predator and the efforts to protect it.

The extreme sociality of naked mole-rats
The African rodents live in colonies similar to a beehive, with a queen and workers. How and why did such a lifestyle evolve in a species of mammals?

"The End of Oak Street" shows the "Jurassic World" films where the dinosaur pees
The new film starring Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor brings the dinosaurs back from the exotic islands to the perfect American suburb of the 80s - and finds there a successful combination of fantasy, horror, and action. With a relatively modest budget, precise period design, music that manages a dialogue with John Williams, and one family forced to survive in the Mesozoic era, the result is an...

Disabled and sexy: "How corsets helped me connect to my body"
Ariela was born with a disability and has used crutches for as long as she can remember. Although she knows no other reality, she only truly fell in love with herself and felt desirable and sexy on the day she visited London and tried on a corset for the first time in her life. This item of clothing showed her that she could build a different relationship with her body, a relationship where...

Shawarma is a delight, but there is one better dish: we ate at Asaf Granit's new place
Granit and the Machneyuda group's "De Pita" honors shawarma with a respectable dish, but the meatballs in grape leaves are not to be missed. It is worth coming to Jerusalem just for them.

Avihu Pinhasov: "They are always trying to get me off my craziness. People were afraid to work with me"
He loves the edges. Whether it's dancing in sequined underwear at an army base on Mount Hermon, starring in 'Happy Place' without reading the script or watching the series, or his current madness: a diet for a new and extreme performance even by his standards. Moments before Avihu Pinhasov takes the stage with 'Kakamayka', a show that will include a sword fight and Georgian ballet, he tells how...

"I deal with ADHD and anxiety. I'm not ashamed": Noa Itzpan in a candid interview
She grew up in the home of one of Israel's most well-known comedians, and now it is Noa Itzpan's turn to step into the spotlight. Ahead of her first acting role alongside her father, Eli Itzpan, in "Hill 338," she talks about her close bond with her parents, the filter-free discourse at home, and the gap between her great love for animals and the fact that she still eats chicken.

The Galei Tzahal technician who hung from a helicopter skid to save a life
Tomer Aizner, a Galei Tzahal technician, boarded the station's traffic helicopter for a routine mission. Hours later, he was hanging in the air, struggling to save a 100 kg stranger in a dramatic rescue kept secret for years. The 'Digging Journalism' podcast revisits this event from 35 years ago.

Don't look from the sidelines, adopt a friend | The weekly adoption section from ynet
Adoption is not just bringing a new friend into your life – it is a real opportunity to change an entire world for dogs and cats that have been waiting for it for a long time. Open your heart, because your friend for life might be waiting right here.

Death penalty for Rob Reiner's son? New developments in the murder case
A Los Angeles grand jury has indicted Nick Reiner for the murder of his parents, director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner. The indictment includes a new allegation that he lay in wait for them, which could make him eligible for the death penalty. Reiner has pleaded not guilty, and prosecutors have yet to decide on seeking the ultimate punishment.

Is this a real product? Lululemon's giant bag has become a joke online
The fashion giant launched an 80-liter bag priced at $248. Despite mocking reactions, the company was prepared for the ridicule and explained the rationale: "Why pack just one outfit when you can pack them all?"

Yuval Ben Neriah launches Japanese fast-casual chain in Europe
Chef Yuval Ben Neriah is entering the international market with a new fast-casual Japanese chain. Backed by a 10-million-euro investment, the first location will open in Vienna.

Guy Nattiv's new film to be screened at the Toronto Film Festival
The new film by the Israeli director, The Liberation, based on the story of his Holocaust survivor grandmother, will be screened at the prestigious festival featuring Carrie Coon, Bella Ramsey, and Lily James. Also on the program: a four-hour documentary about Elon Musk, a new film by Jesse Eisenberg, and the directorial debut of Chris Rock.

Ambassador's daughter slept in a shelter at 9 days old: "People here are tough, from the siren back to the wine"
Michael Mann, the EU Ambassador to Israel, has been through quite a lot during his service in the country. In a podcast interview, he talks about his admiration for the people who "sit in a bar, enter a shelter, and then continue drinking," about the culture shock from driving, and about falling in love with Israeli food: "I gained weight here." Regarding the rising antisemitism: "People are...

Following Oren Dobronsky's joining the Likud: the new season of "The Sharks" will be postponed
The businessman and entrepreneur's joining the Likud as a reserved candidate also affects the broadcast schedule: the new season of "The Sharks," which has already been filmed and edited, will be postponed until after the elections. Sources familiar with the details claim that election laws and propaganda regulations do not allow its broadcast before the elections. Dobronsky, a regular panel...

30 years later: The trial for the murder of Tupac begins
Duane "Keffe D" Davis, accused of planning the murder of the legendary rapper, appeared in a Las Vegas court and pleaded not guilty. The prosecution alleges he was involved in the planning and provided the weapon, though he did not pull the trigger.

Even with the cursing and disgust: Ricky Gervais' new series managed to move us
The British comedian returns with "Alley Cats", an animated series where he voices a grumpy, filthy alley cat. As always with Gervais, behind the blatant misanthropy and outrageous jokes hides great compassion.

Everyone is tired of superheroes — so how on earth did Spider-Man make a billion dollars in six days?
The film arrived when the genre was being eulogized, broke the opening record of "Avengers: Endgame", set a trailer view record, and made staggering sums in less than a week. Here are five reasons for this year's surprising box office phenomenon.

"The red line is human flesh": Amit Kapitt is ready to eat everything. Almost
In a world of photogenic dishes, Amit Trapotchnik chose a different direction. Under the nickname "Amit Kapitt," he gained followers thanks to his willingness to taste almost everything — from scorpions in Thailand to mysterious canned goods. When he tried to recreate foods from the Holocaust era, the internet was in an uproar. In an interview at a table loaded with dried fish and squid, he...

The jellyfish that looks like breakfast
It lives in partnership with algae and may benefit from the warming of the sea, but most interestingly – does the fried egg jellyfish sting? Living in the moment – the hot questions about the most interesting animals.

Mourning in Argentina: Jorge Messi, father of the football legend, passes away at 68
Jorge Messi, a central figure in his son's career who accompanied him from his earliest days on the pitch, has passed away at 68 following a prolonged illness.

Israel banned teenagers from watching this horror movie. They should say thank you
"Ice Cream Man" starts as a bloody horror comedy about an ice cream vendor who turns children into killing machines - and then reveals itself mainly as a display of synthetic aesthetics, effects that feel artificial, and violence that repeats itself to the point of numbness. Director Eli Roth even admitted that AI was used in part of the film, and when watching it, the suspicion arises that it...

From selling pots to 'Israel's Aperitif Man': The success story of an immigrant from France
Yonatan Ben Shushan immigrated to Israel alone at age 17 to enlist in the Paratroopers, and drifted through many jobs until he found his calling. After becoming a web sensation with hundreds of thousands of followers thanks to viral videos, he opened a delicatessen in Rishon LeZion selling delicacies for Kiddush and hosting. Now he is expanding to Jerusalem and Ashkelon, and simultaneously...

A design that embraces
After years in which straight lines, sharp angles, and meticulous minimalism dominated the home, contemporary design is changing direction. Curved sofas, enveloping armchairs, cornerless tables, and light fixtures with organic shapes offer a softer, more pleasant, and more human interpretation of the home space.

An August of Intoxication in Jerusalem
In August, the pace of events in the capital reaches its peak. All major festivals are returning—from Hutzot HaYotzer to Totzeret HaAretz—alongside attractions ranging from ice skating to night adventures at museums, special tours, and workshops for the whole family.

A hot August in the center: spending time and tasting
From a morning shake to an evening drink, from open-air events to movies, performances, and activities for the whole family — August offers plenty of reasons to get out of the house. Here are some events and places worth marking in your calendar.

A design that embraces
After years in which straight lines, sharp angles, and meticulous minimalism dominated the home, contemporary design is changing direction. Curved sofas, enveloping armchairs, cornerless tables, and light fixtures with organic shapes offer a softer, more pleasant, and more human interpretation of the home space.

The Third Age: Time to Dream and Fulfill
Yosef Horowitz and Moshe Shafer celebrated their Bar Mitzvah at ages 79 and 83 (respectively), Shira Netzer became a recognized sculptor at 70, and I went on a 'post-army trip' after age 60. What connects us all? Fulfilling dreams in the third age. It is not only possible, it is also desirable and worthwhile. From experience.

August: The Charismatic Leo and the Responsible Virgo
The month of August brings together two zodiac signs: Leo and Virgo. One symbolizes charisma and self-confidence, the other strict order and analytical ability. The common ground: learning to lead others without losing themselves along the way. Sigalit Malka, an energy therapist, explains how to do it.

August: The Charismatic Leo and the Responsible Virgo
August brings together two zodiac signs: Leo and Virgo. One symbolizes charisma and confidence, the other order and analytical ability. Energy therapist Sigalit Malka explains how to lead others without losing oneself.