'A great Las Vegas Super Bowl': Fans describe 'electric' energy
“This one has lived up to all the hype,” CBS play-by-play announcer Jim Nantz says at the two-minute warning in the fourth quarter.
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Irish women's basketball team refuses to shake hands with Israeli opponents
Basketball Ireland says the refusal stemmed from "inflammatory and wholly inaccurate accusations of antisemitism made by Israeli players and coaching staff."
Days after Israel Hayom report, international hockey body allows Israeli team to compete
Some 8 hours before a legal hearing in an international court on the matter, the Olympic Committee and the Ice Hockey Federation of Israel received an official letter that there was no longer fear that Israelis would be subject to discrimination and exclusion and therefore they were invited to the contest. The legal pressure and international outrage following the initial decision, it appears, ultimately swayed the International Ice Hockey Federation.
Israeli source confirms efforts to bring Jehezkel from Turkey
Justice Minister Yilmaz Tunc said late Sunday the Israeli international was charged with “openly inciting the public to hatred and hostility" after he showed “an ugly gesture in support of the Israeli massacre in Gaza.”
Israel outraged after soccer player arrested in Turkey
Sagiv Jehezkel will reportedly face "incitement" charges after being interrogated by police, as well as being dropped by Turkey’s Süper Lig team Antalyaspor.
NBA approves Dallas Mavericks sale to Adelson, Dumont families
“We look forward to working in partnership with Mark Cuban as stewards of this great franchise and bringing another NBA championship to the city of Dallas,” a statement read. “We are committed to the long-term success of the Mavericks and delivering a world-class hospitality experience for our fans, players, employees, sponsors and partners.”
Wrestling star's 'likes' of antisemitic posts causes firestorm – but no sanctions from WWE
Since October 7, Sami Zayn’s followers on social media have been exposed to the fact that he has 'liked' some controversial tweets about the war, the worst of which is a horrifying article whose title is "Israel's final solution for the Palestinians"
Top Las Vegas Sands shareholder Adelson buying Dallas Mavericks
The deal, estimated at some $3.5 billion, will likely be approved in the coming weeks. One of the greatest talents in the world of basketball, the Slovenian Luka Dončić, plays for the Dallas Mavericks, and together with Kyrie Irving leads the team. Separately, Adelson to donate to kibbutzim that were attacked on Oct. 7.
Could Paris 2024 become a repeat of Munich 1972?
France is currently considered to be a less safe environment for Jews, not to mention Israelis. And that's before we have even dared to speak about the largest and most complex sporting event in the world.
It's official: Israeli goalkeeper Peretz joins Munich club
Boyfriend of Israeli singer Noa Kirel joined first training session over the weekend in Germany.