13 Nov
Pope Leo visits Chiclayo, Peru
Pope Leo made an emotional visit to the city of Chiclayo in Peru, where he previously served as bishop.
Culture news
12 Nov
One week to launch: First copies of GTA VI arrive in stores
About a week before the official release on November 19, the first physical copies of the highly anticipated game GTA VI have begun arriving in stores.
12 Nov
Pope Leo arrives in Peru following his visit to Argentina
After concluding a visit to Argentina that included a moving meeting with inmates in Buenos Aires, Pope Leo has arrived in Peru as part of his South American tour.
11 Nov
Pope Leo XIV visits Argentina
The Pope urged the country's youth to reject 'idols' and follow the model of saints.
10 Nov
Veteran rock legend plans return to the stage
A celebrated veteran musician is preparing for a return to live performances following a hiatus necessitated by a complex surgery.
10 Nov
Patriots scandal: Amichai Attali responds to Yinon Magal's claims
Yedioth Ahronoth journalist Amichai Attali rejects Yinon Magal's claims regarding his removal from the Channel 14 panel and presents a different version of events.
9 Nov
Millions attend Pope Leo XIV mass in Buenos Aires
The Vatican reported that approximately 2.5 million people attended Pope Leo XIV's mass in Buenos Aires, marking the largest event of his pontificate.
9 Nov
Thousands celebrate Sigd holiday in Jerusalem
Thousands gathered at the Western Wall to mark the Sigd holiday, which featured the presentation of an ancient Orit manuscript.
7 Nov
Tens of thousands mark Chayei Sarah Sabbath in Hebron and Kiryat Arba
Tens of thousands of visitors arrived at the Cave of the Patriarchs over the weekend, despite the rainy weather conditions.
6 Nov
Director Sebastián Lelio dies at 52
The Chilean filmmaker, winner of an Oscar for his film "A Fantastic Woman," has died at age 52; the cause of death is unknown.
5 Nov
At 41: Cristiano Ronaldo announces retirement from national team
Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from national duty after a record-breaking career.
5 Nov
Renowned Swedish conductor Herbert Blomstedt dies at 99
Blomstedt, considered one of the most famous Swedish musicians in history, has passed away; further details regarding his death have not yet been released.
4 Nov
31 years since the assassination of Yitzhak Rabin
Israel marks 31 years today since the assassination of the country's fifth prime minister, Yitzhak Rabin, who was shot dead at a peace rally.
4 Nov
Channel 13: Some of the audience in 'The Voice' finale was AI-generated
Following Daniel Barzilay's win in the show's finale, Channel 13 admitted that part of the studio audience was digitally inserted.
3 Nov
Thousands bid farewell to singer Mišo Kovač in Split
A large crowd gathered at the Poljud stadium in Split for a public farewell ceremony for the legendary Croatian singer Mišo Kovač.
2 Nov
Journey Completed: British Adventurer Karl Bushby Returns Home After 28 Years
British adventurer Karl Bushby has returned home following an extensive global trek that included crossing continents and swimming the English Channel.
1 Nov
Director Michael Mann Injured in Accidental Shooting at Los Angeles Gun Range
Hollywood director Michael Mann sustained a superficial leg injury after an accidental firearm discharge at a shooting range in Los Angeles.
29 Oct
Japan IP Market to Return to Cannes Film Festival in 2027
The Cannes Marché du Film will host the second Japan IP Market in 2027 as part of an ongoing partnership with Tokyo.
28 Oct
Athens Student Parade Marks Greece's Oxi Day Anniversary
Greece commemorated the national holiday of October 28 with a student parade in central Athens amid improving weather.
27 Oct
Netherlands Cancels Eurovision Participation for Second Consecutive Year
The Dutch public broadcasting umbrella announced that the country will not send an entrant to the song contest, following local broadcasters' refusal to participate alongside Israel.
27 Oct
Jay-Z to Headline Super Bowl LXI Halftime Show
Rapper Jay-Z will headline the Super Bowl LXI halftime show in California in February 2027, ABC and NBC reported.
26 Oct
Walter Koenig, Chekov in 'Star Trek', Dies at 90
Jewish-American actor Walter Koenig, best known for portraying navigator Pavel Chekov in the original Star Trek series and films, has died at 90.
24 Oct
Fire at Eagle's Nest: Police Investigate Suspected Arson
German police are investigating suspected arson at the historic Bavarian site, as authorities reported that local conditions hindered firefighting efforts.
23 Oct
Meghan Markle's Father Investigated in Philippines Over Child Abuse Material
Thomas Markle faces a probe in the Philippines over alleged possession of child sexual abuse materials after his son reported finding illicit images.
22 Oct
Row in India as Priyanka Gandhi's Son Asked to Remove Photos from Exhibition
The son of senior Indian politician Priyanka Gandhi was reportedly given an ultimatum to take down photographs from his New Delhi exhibition amid a controversy involving the national flag.
21 Oct
Art Basel Paris: Strong Interest and $100M Artwork Amid Protests
The preview of the Art Basel Paris art fair opened under the shadow of protests in France, featuring early sales and a $100 million artwork.
20 Oct
India: Cockroach and Drug Effigies Burned in Dussehra Celebrations
Unconventional effigies targeting societal issues, including a giant cockroach symbolizing filth, were burned across India during Dussehra festivities.
19 Oct
After 43 Years: Christiane Amanpour Leaves CNN
Veteran anchor Christiane Amanpour is departing CNN after more than four decades at the news network.
17 Oct
Actor Michael Forest, Known for 'Star Trek' Role, Dies at 97
Character actor Michael Forest, famous for playing Apollo in 'Star Trek', has died at age 97.
14 Oct
After 62 Years: Musician Joni Mitchell Becomes a US Citizen
The Canadian folk legend announced her new citizenship, making her eligible to vote in the upcoming November elections.
13 Oct
Ex-Gang Leader Sentenced to 40 Years to Life for Tupac Shakur Murder
Duane Davis has been sentenced to 40 years to life in prison for his role in the 1996 murder of rapper Tupac Shakur.
13 Oct
Actress Selma Blair Charged with Assault After Incident on Flight
Actress Selma Blair was arrested at New York's JFK Airport and charged with assault after allegedly attacking flight attendants, a police officer, and a nurse.
13 Oct
'Breaking Bad' Actor RJ Mitte Dies at 34
RJ Mitte, best known for playing Walter White Jr. in the drama series "Breaking Bad", has died at the age of 34 in Texas.
11 Oct
Netanyahu Demands Probe and Prosecution of Participants in Film 'Naza'
The prime minister appealed to security chiefs and the attorney general to investigate the film's participants, calling it a slanderous narrative.
8 Oct
Canadian Poet Anne Carson Wins 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature
The Nobel Committee has awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature to Canadian poet Anne Carson for her inventive dialogue with classical tradition.
8 Oct
Boy George Announces Second Israel Concert Dedicated to Nova Survivors
The British singer added a November 7 show dedicated to Nova festival survivors and families after tickets for his first concert rapidly sold out.
7 Oct
Police to Conduct Additional Investigative Actions in Eyal Golan Case
Five months after instructions from the State Attorney's Office, police will carry out supplementary inquiries in the "Mishchakei Hevra" case following a dispute between the bodies.
7 Oct
Oscar-Winning Actress Eva Marie Saint Dies at 102
The Hollywood Golden Age star and oldest living Oscar winner has died of natural causes at her home in Los Angeles.
6 Oct
Paramount and Warner Bros. Complete Mega-Merger Deal
The media merger, valued at between $110 billion and $111 billion, officially closed following antitrust reviews and competing bids.
6 Oct
Bestselling British Author and Former Politician Jeffrey Archer Dies at 86
The British author and former politician, who sold over 300 million books worldwide, has died at the age of 86.