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A new medical column explores the science of longevity and the newly studied interstitium, a fluid-filled connective tissue network that may bridge Western medicine and ancient therapies.

An Oregon mother of six is suing for 68.5 million dollars after a post-hysterectomy infection led to amputations and paralysis due to alleged medical negligence.

A new Israeli study links GLP-1 weight-loss drugs to higher post-operative infection risks in aesthetic surgeries, while local biotech firms navigate funding challenges and mergers.

Israel Railways reported two separate incidents where individuals entered tracks illegally and were struck by trains, sustaining moderate injuries. Meanwhile, infrastructure works will alter weekend train schedules.

Israel's Water Authority warns of potential 14% cuts to agricultural quotas in 2027 due to historic lows in the Sea of Galilee and recent failures in combating desalination algae.

A 39-year-old man was moderately injured by a large dog in Darom HaSharon on Tuesday evening, shooting the animal dead with his firearm before being evacuated to Meir Medical Center.

A pioneering family-based intervention model by Meuhedet helps relatives identify suicide risks and support loved ones after attempts, providing crucial tools for prevention.

Israeli NGOs warned of a soaring demand for combat processing expeditions and severe funding shortages for reservists facing psychological distress after three years of war.

A new Jewish studies program named Tiferes HaTemimim has launched in Moscow, offering working adults and young professionals flexible, deep learning opportunities without leaving their careers.

A CBS survey shows 70.1% of young Israelis expect to earn an academic degree. Women lead expectations at 75%, while engineering and social sciences remain top fields of study.

Actor Michael Lewis and Israeli reservists have launched the Wrap Israel Project, erecting giant national flags to commemorate October 7 and foster unity.

A nine-month-old infant in Ashkelon is in critical condition after reportedly falling from a slide. MDA medics performed advanced resuscitation and evacuated him to Barzilai Medical Center.

The mother-in-law of Kfar Saba's mayor, arrested in a corruption probe, claims seized cash came from state war compensation and domestic work savings, while her lawyer alleges the detention pressures other suspects.

An 11-year-old Israeli boy, Ben Carasso, known as Israel's public diplomacy child, continues his global advocacy efforts despite facing severe antisemitic backlash, recently marking October 7 commemorations in Australia.

The father of convicted murderer Yosef Haim Ben David has petitioned the court to investigate his death in prison, alleging severe medical neglect and unmonitored psychiatric medication changes.

Former Knesset member Emily Moati publicly announced her breast cancer diagnosis, urging women to get tested and vowing to continue her political campaign undeterred.

Tel Aviv's municipality announced that negotiations with the Ministry of Interior over relocating the city's separate religious beach to the north have stalled, halting the controversial plan.

British adventurer Karl Bushby, who began walking around the world in 1998, has swum across the English Channel as he nears the end of his nearly 30-year Goliath Expedition.

Yoel Zilberman, CEO of HaShomer HaChadash, spoke at the Yedioth Ahronoth conference about plans to establish 150 new settlements and engage Haredi youth in border development.

A Zichron Yaakov resident was indicted for severe animal abuse after repeatedly stabbing his dog. Neighbors intervened, and the dog's life was saved following emergency surgery.

The social organization HaMerhav HaHevrati has officially taken over management of Jerusalem's First Station complex, aiming to revive the struggling cultural and commercial hub.

Professor Yakov Hart, president of Netanya Academic College and former director of Sharon and Loewenstein hospitals, passed away at the age of over 40 years in academia and healthcare.

An illegal West Bank resident was arrested in Eilabun after jumping from a garbage truck and fleeing on foot, with his detention extended until Wednesday.

A new survey reveals that 40% of Israeli students avoid political discussions on campus ahead of the October 27 Knesset elections, preferring safe academic spaces over friction.

A 37-year-old southern Israel resident filed a complaint with Mahash alleging he was brutally beaten by Yasam tactical officers after a beach dispute in Ashkelon, resulting in facial fractures and hospitalization.

The Ministry of Health ordered the immediate closure of the Colonia Juno event venue in Caesarea due to severe sanitary violations, including pest infestations and cold chain failures.

Gefen Nixon, a 22-year-old from Afula, shares her spiritual journey following her brother's miraculous survival from the Nova festival massacre, leading her to embrace a religious lifestyle.

The Jerusalem District Court upheld a five-year medical license suspension for Dr. Guy Rofe, setting a precedent that medical records cannot be withheld under self-incrimination claims.

Ben Gurion Airport customs intercepted a doctor attempting to smuggle 300 prohibited banana and fern seedlings from Thailand, risking local agriculture.

Israel Railways announced temporary schedule changes on Friday, October 23, 2026, due to essential infrastructure works in Ashdod, Ashkelon, and Yavne.

Israel Teachers Union Secretary-General Yaffa Ben David linked poor PISA scores to severe teacher shortages, criticized lack of protection against school violence, and urged strategic reforms during a conference interview.

Israel Police opened an investigation following a shooting in Umm al-Fahm that left one man critically injured and another mildly hurt. The background is reportedly criminal.

Tel Aviv police arrested two suspects following a series of criminal arsons, catching one red-handed setting fire to a residential building lobby in Holon.

Police closed a Beitar Illit daycare after eight toddlers suffered allergic reactions from canned tuna. Three children were hospitalised in mild condition as authorities investigate.

A 57-year-old construction worker was moderately injured Tuesday after falling from a height at a site near Kfar HaNassi. Paramedics evacuated him to Ziv Medical Center in Safed.

Israel's Water Authority reported that two consecutive dry seasons in the Sea of Galilee basin led to a historic low in available water, contrasting with severe floods in the south.

Qantas grounded an aircraft for deep cleaning and cancelled a return flight from Rome to Perth after bed bugs were discovered in the economy cabin during a 17-hour flight.

Central District prosecutors indicted two men from Tira and Ramla for extortion and shooting at a clothing store following a dispute, demanding hundreds of thousands of shekels.

The Central District Court sentenced Yeshmbel Kabada to 10 years in prison for the reckless homicide of his friend Zamana Gadmu following a violent altercation.

A seven-year-old Israeli girl was hospitalized in intensive care after ingesting a large dose of ADHD medication, narrowly avoiding severe complications.