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The Mothers Band Releases New Single ‘Lord of Wonders’

Israeli rock band The Mothers, featuring Sharon Roter, Shiri Hadar, and Noa Gino, unveils their latest single 'Lord of Wonders' from an upcoming album, continuing their musical momentum in Israel's vibrant music scene.

The Album Returns: How Algorithms Are Reshaping Music Industry Strategy

After years of dominance by single-song streaming, prominent Israeli and global artists are intentionally returning to full-album releases. The shift signals a fundamental change in how musicians are approaching their craft and audience engagement in the digital age.

The Sukkah Paradox: Why Israelis Are Craving ‘Real’ Experiences

A cultural shift is reshaping how Israelis approach holidays and entertainment. From the viral 'Nolan cut' meme to musicians urging fans offline, a new trend reflects a hunger for authentic, intentionally-lived moments—and what that means for Sukkot.

Religious Leaders Honored as Sukkot Celebrations Spotlight Jewish Observance

Israel's religious community celebrates Sukkot with multiple commemorations, including the selection of a prominent yeshiva head as Man of the Year and personal moments from leading religious figures.

Eulogies Honor Influential Rabbi David Batzri

Senior religious leaders delivered emotional tributes to Rabbi David Batzri, a prominent Sephardic Torah scholar, following his death. His passing marks the end of an era in Israeli religious life.

How Diaspora Tradition Reshaped Sukkot Observance in Israel

Ancient Israeli practice of taking the Four Species even on Shabbat gave way to diaspora customs after French Jewish scholars gained influence in the 13th century, fundamentally altering holiday observance.

New Documents Cast Doubt on Hitler’s Alibi in Niece’s Death

Newly surfaced evidence challenges the official account of Geli Raubal's 1931 death in Munich, raising questions about Adolf Hitler's whereabouts and involvement in his young niece's suspicious demise.

Treblinka Memorial Redesign Sparks Debate Over Holocaust Memory

Poland's renovation of the Treblinka death camp memorial has ignited concerns among historians over controversial design choices, including Christian symbols and a car race on the grounds, raising questions about how the Holocaust's legacy should be preserved.

How Shared Grief Bridged Israel’s Secular-Religious Divide

The 1973 Yom Kippur War created a rare cultural moment when secular and religious Israelis found common language through shared mourning, blending kibbutz traditions with Jewish prayer in ways that transcended Israel's deepest divides.

Global Stories You Can’t Put Down: Inside Globes’ International Coverage

Globes launches ambitious special project featuring compelling investigations from world's leading newsrooms: from a reality TV star auctioning 800 private islands to the mysterious disappearance of a Belarusian dissident at sea.

Ed Sheeran Addresses Gaza Controversy After Tour Cancellation

British musician Ed Sheeran responded to backlash over his tour date cancellation, condemning the October 7 attacks while also expressing concern about the humanitarian situation in Gaza.

French Network Apologizes for Fake Nuclear Strike Animation on Tel Aviv

RMC Découverte issued an apology after broadcasting a simulated nuclear mushroom cloud over Tel Aviv in a documentary about future French weapons systems. The video footage was sourced from a computer game.

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