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A violent confrontation erupted at Kabri Junction in the Western Galilee during anti-government protests, as dozens of demonstrations take place nationwide.

Clalit Health Services offers expert recommendations for returning to a healthy routine after the holiday season, emphasizing gradual adjustments, task prioritization, and personal wellbeing.

Hundreds gathered at the Nova site near Re'im for Simchat Torah events, sparking controversy as some bereaved families protested holding celebrations at the massacre memorial.

Over 550 Christian leaders from 51 countries arrived in Israel for a global religious delegation, culminating in the "Awake Jerusalem" solidarity event at the Tower of David.

Simchat Torah is celebrated worldwide with diverse customs and piyyutim that evolved over centuries. Today, the holiday carries both historical joy and profound reflection following the events of October 7.

A controversial directive from Gur Hasidic rabbis regarding Arad's only shopping mall has intensified local tensions over the city's changing demographics and secular-religious coexistence.

TikTok removed a promotional video for Kan's investigative program "Zman Emet" featuring exclusive October 7 footage from Soroka Medical Center, citing misleading information guidelines.

Female mayors across Israel launched Breast Cancer Awareness Month in pink shirts. Meanwhile, Waze partnered with 'One in Nine' and Adi Ashkenazi to promote early detection.

Romanian airline AnimaWings has filed for bankruptcy, leaving hundreds of Israeli tourists stranded in Bucharest with canceled return flights and mounting expenses.

A groundbreaking study published in Nature reveals that consuming sugary foods and drinks during antibiotic treatment severely damages gut health and fuels dangerous bacterial infections.

Exploring meaningful memorial sites across Israel established by families in memory of October 7 victims, from cafes and vineyards to desert lookouts and walking trails.

Arson at the Shoket wastewater treatment plant caused a 30,000 cubic meter raw sewage spill across southern streams, raising environmental and extortion concerns.

Rabbi Yigal Cohen observed the ancient custom of beating willow branches on Hoshana Rabba, marking the end of Sukkot with deep symbolic and mystical traditions.

Weight-loss drug developers are shifting focus from total weight reduction to preserving muscle mass, as clinical trials from Novo Nordisk, Eli Lilly, and Regeneron target healthier body composition outcomes.

Prominent educator and social activist Ofra Zaidman has passed away. She dedicated her life to social justice, education equality, and philanthropy in Israel.

Thousands gathered at the Nova site in Re'im for prayers led by Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu, amid debates over memorial guidelines and celebrations at the October 7 site.

Police filed a prosecutor's statement against Eyal Nagar in the Ashkelon court following a major financial investigation into extortion and protection rackets in Ashdod and Kiryat Gat.

South Korea has introduced the K-Tour Pass for independent travelers, offering transport discounts, free attraction entries, and payment features to encourage exploration beyond Seoul.

Criminals in the Negev suspected of torching a wastewater treatment plant electrical room, causing sewage to flood toward Beersheba amid extortion demands.

Ami Yogev, 46, from Modiin, has been missing on Mount Olympus in Greece for nearly two weeks. Lacking travel insurance, his family faces mounting rescue costs and launched an emergency crowdfunding campaign.

Israeli airlines Arkia and Israir are launching rescue flights from Dubai to bring back stranded citizens after Emirati flights were suspended following a security incident over Jordan.

A light aircraft crashed in Wadi Ara on Friday morning, killing one person and moderately injuring another, while sparking a brush fire near Kafr Qara.

Discover the Shabbat and Simchat Torah holiday candle-lighting and Havdalah times for Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Haifa, Beersheba, and other cities across the country.

A new study reveals that daily low-dose aspirin reduces dementia risk by 70% specifically in individuals with a genetic marker linked to high platelet counts, though bleeding risks remain high.

The Gilboa Regional Council is launching the free G-LINE public transport network, connecting 33 communities with eight routes to reduce private car dependency.

Passengers on an Emirates flight from Dubai to Istanbul faced cascading water leaks from the cabin ceiling. The airline attributed the unusual mid-air incident to severe condensation.

The Israel Tax Authority intercepted illegal steroids shipped from abroad and warned against ordering unverified medications. In a separate case, police seized over 2 kg of synthetic drugs from Thailand.

A post-7 October study shows a sharp rise in addictive substance use among high-functioning Israelis, highlighting how trauma and stress drive reliance on drugs and alcohol.

Weather forecast for the holiday eve and early week indicates partly cloudy skies, local rains in the north, and a gradual return to seasonal temperatures.

Three years after October 7, Simchat Torah celebrations return to Sderot and the Gaza envelope communities, blending profound grief with resilient communal joy and memory.

Train services across northern Israel and Haifa will be temporarily suspended on two Fridays in October for Nofit light rail construction, with free shuttles provided.

Extreme weather strikes Europe and tourist spots as Israelis travel abroad, while Israel expects localized rain in the north, rising temperatures, and shifting forecasts.

A senior Israeli government company official was detained for questioning over suspected resume forgery, fraud, and breach of trust following a referral from the Government Companies Authority.

Israeli police are investigating the arson of a Nigerian Embassy vehicle in Kfar Saba. Investigators are exploring potential motives, including a personal dispute or a denied visa.

Numerous Israeli travelers are stranded abroad after Emirates barred passengers heading to Tel Aviv from boarding flights to Dubai, leaving families facing steep alternative costs and severe uncertainty.

Five reservists and entrepreneurs launched a national initiative to erect seven giant flags across Israel, inaugurating the first 61-meter pole at Nitzani Oz with President Isaac Herzog.

Emirates suspended its code-share agreement with flydubai for Tel Aviv routes following a hijacking attempt, halting new bookings and connections.

After four decades, the iconic falafel stand on Sokolov Street in Holon has permanently closed due to severe light rail construction impacts and infrastructure disruptions.

A two-year-old child suffered severe finger amputation and tendon damage after putting his hand into an electric fan in a sukkah, highlighting rising household trauma.

An indictment was filed against Eliyahu Azrad from Bnei Brak for throwing a salt shaker at former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett during a filming session at a restaurant.