Competition

Israeli chess player expected a forfeit, her Iranian opponent showed up

Yarden Bloch said she had assumed the game would not take place because Iranian athletes have often been prevented from competing against Israelis.

Israeli chess player expected a forfeit. Her Iranian opponent showed up.
S.PELLEGRINO Young Chef Competition.

Israel’s next generation of chefs steps forward

Alex Bouaziz CEO and co-founder of Deel.

Tech Talk: Deel puts $15m. behind YC-style global start-up competition, launching in Tel Aviv 

A DEMONSTRATION calling for stronger UK government action against antisemitism takes place in London last month. ‘More than 1,500 antisemitic incidents in the first half of 2025 – almost certainly an undercount, as many people no longer report,’ says the writer.

Global advertising challenge launched to counter rising antisemitism


Jerusalem Jewish Film Festival spotlights best of Jewish cinema

The Jerusalem Cinematheque is hosting the festival from December 28 - January 2, including wide-ranging genres and competitions.

A SCENE FROM ‘A Jew in America – Torn Identity.’

Fighter sets combat sports record with 2.9-second knockout. Watch video

Underdog Justin Watson secured first career victory by defeating favored Cole Ferrell, who held 12 prior wins.

 KO. Illustration.

Insurance agents president: "No real competition"

Shlomo Isaac: Israel ranks last in insurance companies to policyholders ratio | We all pay the price | Expensive car insurance despite decline in theft rates

 Shlomo Isaac

Harel Insurance and Finance supports athlete Yael Kadshai in Dakar Rally 2025

Harel Heroes aims to promote inspiring stories from Israeli society, focusing on sports, unique rescue missions, and personal victories.

 Liat Sadan

Floating bathtubs battle it out in a colorful Belgian regatta

Over 200 participants showcased their creativity in the annual Belgian bathtub regatta on the Meuse River, featuring rafts adorned with iconic symbols like the Manneken Pis and Atomium.


First deaf Miss South Africa crowned amid controversy over finalist's heritage

Mia le Roux, the first deaf Miss South Africa, won despite controversy surrounding Chidimma Adetshina, who withdrew amid xenophobic backlash.

 Mia Le Roux at Miss South Africa 2024

Atamanov comes in fifth in rhythmic gymnastics all-around as Israel still in contention for medals

While it was not good enough for a place on the podium, it’s clear that the 18-year old will be a threat at the Los Angeles Olympics slated for 2028.

 Paris 2024 Olympics - Rhythmic Gymnastics - Individual All-Around Final - Porte de La Chapelle Arena, Paris, France - August 09, 2024. Daria Atamanov of Israel performs with ball.

Let the games begin: Who are the Jewish athletes to watch in the 2024 Paris Olympics?

The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris are around the corner, running from July 26 through Aug. 11, and dozens of Jewish athletes will be among the estimated 10,500 competitors.

 Clockwise from left: Nick Itkin, Artem Dolgopyat, Lonah Chemtai Salpeter, Amit Elor, Sagi Muki, Jemima Montag, Claire Weinstein, Daniel Peretz.

Israeli women’s 4x200 freestyle relay team wins gold at European Championship

The Israeli athlete Gorbenko celebrated her third gold in Belgrade, only this time alone, after outrunning everyone in the final and setting a time of 4:36.05 minutes.

 ANASTASIA GORBENKO – swimming with the Israel flag on her cap – made a splash this week at the World Championships in Doha, Qatar, winning a silver medal in the 400m medley and also having the crowd boo her heavily

Israel wins medals at international stamp exhibition in Romania

Nine Israeli exhibitors had worked tirelessly on their exhibits. As commissioner, I had collected their valuable exhibits and prepared the customs and insurance.

 The Israeli delegation at the World Specialized Stamp Exhibition.