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Israel’s Avram Grant announces he is stepping down as Zambia soccer coach

The 70-year-old Grant also expressed gratitude to those who supported him throughout his time in Africa.

ISRAELI SOCCER coach Avram Grant departs the Zambia national team after nearly three years at the helm, leaving behind a stronger side amid both sporting and political challenges.
Maccabi Tel Aviv players celebrate after their 3-1 Premier League win over Ironi Kiryat Shmona at Bloomfield Stadium.

Thrills, late drama, and crucial wins highlight Israeli soccer round

New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani walks with supporters to 30 Rockefeller Plaza for the first mayoral debate in New York City, US, October 16, 2025

New York basketball team threatens legal action against mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani

 Tel Aviv Night Run for the Hostages, 2024.

'Sport, music, and urban energy,' annual Tel Aviv Night Run to take place on October 29


Israeli basketball stars shine on NBA opening night: Avdija leads Portland, Saraf starts

Israeli basketball talent shone on NBA opening night as Deni Avdija led Portland and Ben Saraf debuted as Brooklyn’s youngest starter, marking a historic moment for Israeli hoops.

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (8) brings the ball up the court against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second half at Moda Center, October 22, 2025.

IOC freezes Indonesia’s Olympic ambitions after ban on Israeli gymnasts

"Israeli athletes will continue to stand proudly on the world’s biggest stages," said the president of Israel's Olympic committee in response to the IOC's decision.

ISRAEL OLYMPIANS march with the flag during the closing ceremony for the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Stade de France.

IOC wants no sports events in Indonesia after Israeli athletes' visa ban

Israeli athletes were barred from attending a gymnastics world championship in Indonesia, against the advice of the International Olympic Committee.

Team Israel performs during the Group All-Around Final at the Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championships - Rio 2025

FC 26: Not reinventing the ball

The annual football simulation tries to innovate player and manager career modes, but fails to truly revolutionize the genre.

Young guy playing computer soccer.

Jewish-American chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky dies unexpectedly at 29

Daniel Naroditsky, son of a Ukranian immigrant, had begun playing chess at the age of 6. His influence extended beyond the chessboard, according to the International Chess Federation.

Jewish-American chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky

WWE changes name of October 7 event after Israeli criticism for 'Invasion' name

WWE issued a public apology stating that they “had no knowledge of what was depicted. As soon as we learned, it was removed immediately. We apologize for this error." 

WrestleMania signage on display the WWE Royal Rumble at Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, US, February 1, 2025; illustrative.

IOC regrets Indonesian decision to block entry for Israeli gymnasts

The International Olympic Committee stated that all attempts to facilitate a solution have been refused by Indonesian officials.

Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championships - Rio 2025 - Barra Olympic Park, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - August 24, 2025 Team Israel perform during the group 5 Ribbons Final

Maccabi World Union hosts released hostages, families at Kfar Maccabiah

Maccabi World Union has opened its Kfar Maccabiah facilities to hostages recently released from captivity in Gaza and their families, providing them with a place to recover and readjust to daily life

MAXIM HERKIN'S family watches his release from Gaza this week at Kfar Maccabiah.

Maccabi Tel Aviv fans barred from attending game in UK against Aston Villa

The team cited "a number of physical and safety factors" when announcing that no visiting fans would be allowed in the stadium

 Maccabi Tel Aviv's Saied Abu Farchi celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates, Topola, Serbia, October 2, 2025.

Maccabi Tel Aviv falls to 1-3 in EuroLeague as Holon, Herzliya lose

Maccabi Tel Aviv suffers a tough 92-71 loss to Barcelona in Euroleague action, dropping to 1-3 • Marcio Santos leads with 18 points as the team struggles to find rhythm ahead of Thursday’s game.

MACCABI TEL AVIV'S Lonnie Walker shoots during the yellow-and-blue's 92-71 Euroleague loss to host Barcelona on Tuesday night.

Blue-and-white bows out of World Cup race race

Mistakes proved costly in the qualifier in Italy, with a 3-0 defeat officially eliminating the Israelis from contention.

ITALY'S GIANLUCA MANCINI scores Azzurri’s third goal past Israeli defender Or Blorian (5) in the 3-0 victory World Cup qualifying win for the hosts in Udine.