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Omri Sabach provided one of the strongest auditions of the season and chose Static after a battle between the mentors, Yair Nahon moved with his personal story, and at the same time the question arose again: why do the judges turn to contestants they don't really want?

I thought Noy would finally choose herself, I knew Ari and Noa would continue despite all the question marks, Niv and Asaf gave me exactly the ending I hoped for - and then Aviya and Neta managed to do the impossible and make even me emotional.

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.

After 37 years as editor of the "Culture and Literature" supplement of "Haaretz", Benny Ziffer is ending his role with the closure of the supplement. In an interview with 103FM, he spoke about the shock of being fired and discussed the connection between his dismissal and his closeness to the Netanyahu couple.

After over a decade in the field, channel series, and massive shows, children's star Roi Oz gets a leading role in the new musical by Elad Yosef, Magen Sabag, and Asi Stav — alongside a dramatic move in the All-Stars season of "The Voice".

12 years after his passing, Robin Williams' films remain a testament to a cinema that wasn't afraid of genuine emotion and simple solutions. In a world quick to mock anything perceived as kitsch, his stubborn, warm smile still offers a different, more human path.

John Brownlow's new book, chosen as the Financial Times thriller of the year, introduces the most dangerous man on earth: he has no name, no past, and at any given moment he knows that someone is already training to replace him. Read the first chapter of "Agent 17".

Mapel Adam, who was murdered at the Nova festival, transformed her childhood experience with bullying into a lifelong mission of kindness. Her mother, Yona Adam, will present a lecture at a children's theater festival in Beer Sheva, focusing on Mapel's values of unconditional acceptance and giving.

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...

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.

Photographer Mark Laita has been documenting the Whitaker family from West Virginia for over 20 years. Now he returns to the first meeting, the unusual behavior that left him in shock, and the dilemma that has accompanied him ever since: important documentation or exploitation?

The group brings together people dealing with mental health challenges and surfers from the wider community at the water's edge, creating a space where waves blur boundaries, build self-confidence, and enable new human connections.

A 430 million pound electricity project was planned to pass near the site where the scene of Dobby's death was filmed. Hundreds of inquiries from Harry Potter fans caused the planners to divert the cable.

Based on a true story? At the end of the month, 'Life of M', the new book by author Rachel Cusk, will be published, dealing with a detached and self-absorbed film star who is presented as a diva. A series of clues in the book links the character to Natalie Portman - from the city where she lives to details from her acting career. Portman, according to reports, is not at all happy with the...

Six months after the passing of the "Lizzie McGuire" star, his family has filed a lawsuit against the psychiatric facility where he was treated, alleging gross negligence. The family claims the staff failed to follow basic safety protocols, allowing him to keep a belt and failing to perform required wellness checks, which led to a fatal suicide attempt.

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.

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.

Will Gluck, who directed "Anyone But You", returns with "Finish the Night" - and this time it also looks promising: the new romantic comedy, starring Callum Turner and Monica Barbaro, is a film that is all about great fun. At first, it toys with the viewers, then it surrenders to patterns - and the big surprise comes precisely from the soundtrack.

Ilana Bar lost her brother, the soldier Hanan, who was killed in 1967 by an accidental discharge, and has carried the weight of this loss for years. Now, she presents a show at the International Puppet Festival of the Train Theater in Jerusalem, sharing the story of her brother and her own journey toward healing.

Just before the return to school, a variety of festivals, flower and balloon exhibitions, and giant shows await families across the country, including special events that are completely free of charge.

Writer Hadasa Ben Ari shared the dramatic step she was forced to take in the English version of her successful book, and the unimaginable gap she encountered regarding American culture: "I made difficult and painful decisions."

With an undercooked script, undeveloped ideas, a mystery that could have been interesting if anyone involved had given it some thought - plus annoying narration, generic music, and terrible acting. The new Netflix release is simply a bad movie.

American host Bill Maher sparked controversy after joking about Ariana Grande's weight on his weekly show. While the studio audience's reaction was mixed, social media users quickly condemned the comments as "bullying," with many comparing the incident to past insensitive jokes made about the late Chadwick Boseman.

The 69-year-old actor felt unwell while signing autographs for fans at the Steel City Con convention in Pittsburgh, TMZ reported. A representative for him stated that the cult film star did not sleep the night before the event and barely ate during the day, and it is possible that this caused a drop in his blood sugar level. "He is doing just fine now," the representative reassured, but it is not...

"Enemies" concludes its season with an episode on the final days of Ali Khamenei, but it is precisely this that highlights what is missing: the series summarizes the difficult years in the life of the former Supreme Leader, but often forgets the interests, contradictions, and the big picture.

"The Voice" promised a "star of the past," but the reality was a bit different: two contestants from Keshet 12 programs stole the evening, Static surrendered to Idan Raichel, and Noa Kirel provided one of the strangest moments of the season.

Dani Dotan, a multidisciplinary artist and leader of the legendary band "HaClick", marks the release of his new book "Don't Light a Candle for Me". In a candid interview, he reflects on the legacy of Israeli punk, the power of protest art, and the longing for his late bandmates.

At 40, the undisputed queen of pop does it again. And this time — more calculated, more professional, and above all, more true to herself. And the fans? They still remember all the words.

"Spider-Man: A New Day" proves why Tom Holland is the best Spider-Man in the history of the genre. While it is not a cinematic epic like "The Odyssey", it is still an enjoyable film that leaves a taste for the next chapter.

The Tel Aviv Museum of Art honors the influential Israeli artist who has worked with the biggest magazines and most prestigious museums. Illustrator and designer Noma Bar has a unique, graphic, and colorful way of looking at the world, and a second look at his works always reveals another layer. Bonus: children will also discover its magic in seconds.

A Scandinavian series is always a reason for joy - the landscape is different, the detectives dress differently, and the names are unpronounceable. Instead of English from the 'projects', there are criminals who speak Swedish, but the detective from 'The System' is definitely not Saga.

"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...

What is Sextilis, what kind of musical instrument is the theorbo, and who invented the modern air conditioner? The weekly trivia.

Meshi Kleinstein releases a debut single and responds to critics: "To get accepted to play a Disney princess you have to do auditions, and they have no idea who I am." 7 questions with the actress who is moving to the front stage as a singer, and not just "the daughter of".

They promised the man who was closest to Netanyahu and we got three interviews with very little new information. And then came the strange moment of 'Ulpan Shishi', where Danny Kushmaro and the panel revealed much more than they intended - mainly about themselves.

I wish Fleischman would curse me instead of Yair Lapid and accuse me of every possible charge. There are many expenses, dear Itamar Fleischman, and times are not easy.

Barak Ravid, a guest on Erez Tal's program, discussed his first conversation with the US President, advance information regarding the strike on Iran, his departure from Channel 13, and his complex relationship with Amit Segal.

The surprising meeting with David Bowie, the hit gifted to the wedding of Orna and Moshe Datz, the connection with Nana Mouskouri, and the Hebrew song written for Mike Brant. A special project: the fascinating stories behind the 30 greatest songs of Nachum Heiman.

Heavy mourning in the music community: singer and paytan Avishai Levi, 46, was killed in a fatal accident on Adoniyahu HaCohen Street in the capital, Jerusalem, after being crushed under his vehicle. The police statement said: "Jerusalem District officers have opened an investigation."

"Person of Interest" is not impressive in its script, acting, or character depth, yet despite all this, it helps pass the time without getting annoyed.