Keywords: 2026


Gadi Eisenkot: The Moroccan-Origin General Challenging Netanyahu for Israel’s Leadership

Gadi Eisenkot, a former chief of staff of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the son of Moroccan Jewish immigrants, has emerged as a central figure in Israel’s political contest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. His transition from a decades-long military career to opposition leadership......

Kylian Mbappé and the Ballon d’Or: The Battle Between Sporting Merit and Media Influence

Kylian Mbappé’s pursuit of the Ballon d’Or has reignited a broader discussion about how football’s most prestigious individual award reflects sporting achievement, public perception and the influence of the modern football industry. The French forward, who plays for Real Madrid,......

Michigan Senate Race: Why Arab American Trump Voters Are Backing Abdul El-Sayed

A growing number of Arab American voters who supported Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election are reconsidering their political choices as Michigan prepares for a closely watched US Senate contest. In Dearborn, a city with a large Arab American population, Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed......

Israel Elections 2026: Netanyahu Faces a Defining Test Amid Security Concerns

Israeli voters headed to the polls on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, in a closely contested election that could shape the country's political direction following years of regional conflict and deep domestic divisions. The vote marks the first national election since the Hamas-led attack on October 7,......

Ballon d’Or 2026: Alexia Putellas Ends Aitana Bonmatí’s Reign With Third Career Award

Spanish midfielder Alexia Putellas has won the 2026 Women’s Ballon d’Or, securing the prestigious individual honour for the third time in her career. The 32-year-old received the award on October 26 in London, adding another milestone to a career shaped by major trophies, personal resilience......

Ballon d’Or 2026: Paris Saint-Germain Retains Best Men’s Club Trophy

Paris Saint-Germain has secured the Men’s Club of the Year award at the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony, held in London on Monday, October 26. The French club retained the distinction for a second consecutive year, adding another milestone to a period marked by major achievements on the European......

Ballon d’Or 2026: Barcelona Named Women’s Club of the Year in London

FC Barcelona’s women’s team has added another major distinction to its growing collection of honours, winning the Women’s Club of the Year award at the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony in London on October 26. The recognition reflects a remarkable 2025–2026 campaign in which the......

Ballon d’Or 2026: Unai Simón Named Best Goalkeeper as Yassine Bounou Finishes Eighth

Spanish goalkeeper Unai Simón has won the 2026 Yashin Trophy, which recognizes the outstanding goalkeeper of the 2025–2026 season. The award was presented during the Ballon d’Or ceremony in London on Monday, October 26, marking another significant milestone in the Athletic Club player’s......

Luis de la Fuente Named 2026 Ballon d’Or Men’s Coach of the Year After Spain’s World Cup Triumph

Luis de la Fuente has been named Men’s Coach of the Year at the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony, adding another major distinction to a period of sustained success with Spain’s national football team. The Spanish manager received the award at the ceremony held in London on October 26, following......