Democrats took the US Congress: what will change for Israel, Ukraine, and the war with Iran

On the morning of November 4, 2026, it became known: in the US midterm elections, Democrats regained control of both houses of Congress. All 435 representatives and 35 senators were up for re-election. Associated Press and Reuters confirmed the shift in majority. According to Decision Desk HQ at the time of verification, Democrats have 232 … Read more

“For Odessa!” in Ashkelon on November 25, 2026: Jewish history, songs, humor, and a theatrical show about the city by the Black Sea

On November 25, 2026, a theatrical musical show “For Odessa!” will take place in Ashkelon — an evening of songs, stories, dances, and Jewish humor. Victoria Gissen, Marina Yakubovich, and an instrumental ensemble under the musical direction of Lev Sandyuk will perform on the stage of the Congress Hall. The author of the literary part … Read more

“This is our home”: In Netanya on November 17, 2026, a film about Jews of Ukraine during the war will be shown and a meeting with the director will be held

On November 17, 2026, in Netanya, there will be a screening of the Israeli documentary film “This is Our Home” about the life of the Jewish community in Ukraine during the full-scale Russian invasion. After the screening, viewers will meet with director Alex Osmolovsky, ask him questions, and discuss what they have seen. The event … Read more

11 Ukrainian nuns have been serving at the Alexander Courtyard in Jerusalem since 2010, opposing its transfer to Russia and seeking support from Ukraine — interview with the assistance of the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs

On November 2, 2026, the Ukrainian publication UA.NEWS published a large interview by journalist Kristina Lomenko with Abbess Elizabeth, who heads the community of Ukrainian nuns at the Alexander Courtyard in the Old City of Jerusalem. 11 women live near the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, receive pilgrims, help Ukrainians, and fear that the historic … Read more

Russia attacked Ukraine’s energy sector: 289 drones, 76 missiles, 29 dead in Komyshuvakha

On November 3, 2026, Volodymyr Zelensky reported that the target of the night Russian attack was power plants and substations in nine regions of Ukraine. According to him, Russia launched 289 drones, 17 ballistic and 59 cruise missiles. At the same time, searches for people continued after the strike on Komyshuvakha, and in Kharkiv and … Read more

How a Home Steam Cleaner Works: The Physics of Hot Steam, GENIUS Capabilities, and How It Differs from Conventional Cleaning

The kitchen tiles are covered in old grease, the grout lines have darkened, a white residue has appeared on the shower screen, and an ordinary cleaning cloth no longer does the job. It’s a familiar situation in many Israeli homes. Usually, you end up buying one product for grease, another for the bathroom, and a … Read more

Ukrainian border guards thanked the Jewish community of Bukovina for their assistance in acquiring equipment against Russian drones

On Thursday, October 29, 2026, representatives of the 31st Border Detachment of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine came to the Chernivtsi synagogue with a certificate of gratitude. The Jewish community of Bukovina, with the support of sponsors, has already transferred money for equipment to counter Russian drones. The military showed the acquired devices … Read more

Ukrainians were warned of a “nuclear attack”, “chemical threat”, and “street fighting”. And in the morning, the country exploded with memes

On the evening of November 1, 2026, Ukrainians began receiving messages from the “Air Alarm” app: radiation danger, chemical attack, street fighting in Kyiv. And the final blow to the nervous system — “nuclear alarm” mentioning the Russian “Oreshnik.” All this looked like regular warnings on the phone. Only there was no such nuclear attack. … Read more

Oleg Filimonov in Karmiel on November 15, 2026: “Odessa Stories about the Main” — the only club concert in Israel

On November 15, 2026, a creative evening of the People’s Artist of Ukraine Oleg Filimonov will take place in Karmiel. At the Karin club restaurant, he will present the program “Odessa Stories about the Main Thing!” — with Odessa jokes, life stories, and songs in five languages. Starts at 20:00. On October 18, 2026, the … Read more