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According to Oz Berlovich, the delays stem from operational problems at Ben Gurion Airport - "but we take responsibility"; on flights on Shabbat: "There is a business justification for this"

Documents obtained by the Ometz organization have revealed an unprecedented scale of nepotism within the Israel Police. Brigadier General Ronen Ovadia holds the record, with 22 relatives serving in the force.

An anarchy of hundreds of organizations providing PTSD treatment has emerged in Israel since October 7. Experts warn that the lack of uniform standards and professional oversight poses significant risks to patients.

Temperatures will rise throughout the week, and heat stress will intensify in most areas. On Friday, it will be hotter than usual and dry in the mountains and inland, and humid on the coastal plain. From Saturday, a drop in temperatures will begin, and they will return to being normal for the season.

Large MADA forces, equipped with 4X4 ATVs, conducted extensive searches for a man in his 50s who had been missing since early evening near the National Park beach. Near midnight, the man was located unconscious, and medical teams were forced to pronounce him dead at the scene.

Rabbanit Tzila Elchanati and Rabbanit Pri Cohen explain why suppression does not truly make pain disappear, how to give the past a place without sinking into it, and why dealing with what was can become an engine for growth and faith. Watch the episode from the program "Meshivat Nefesh".

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu, one of the most prominent voices in Israel in the fight against sexual abuse, reveals a shocking event from his past and addresses Prime Minister Netanyahu, the judicial system, and the case of the disappearance of Eyminot Kasau.

An urgent medical incident during a flight from Israel to the US forced an emergency landing in Rome to evacuate a passenger. Passengers were offered free Wi-Fi as compensation for the delay.

The negligence was known in advance: a serious lawsuit was filed this week against a Montana amusement park after 13-year-old Clayton Phillips fell from a ride and died. According to the lawsuit, staff approved safety checks despite missing seat belts on several seats.

A 22-year-old man was arrested in Surabaya, Indonesia, on suspicion of repeatedly sexually assaulting a blind girl living in an institution. Her twin sister found videos on the suspect's phone that allegedly documented the acts. According to the police, he exploited her disability and threatened her to keep her from telling anyone. The suspect is in custody and the girl is receiving psychological...

A 17-year-old boy from Ashdod died Wednesday evening at Assuta Hospital after being rushed there in critical condition. Police have opened an investigation, exploring the possibility that he had consumed alcohol and drugs during a gathering with friends. No signs of violence were found on his body, and the inquiry is ongoing.

Heavy machinery has arrived at the site of a former Mauthausen subcamp, prompting the Mauthausen Memorial Committee to demand an immediate halt to construction. The controversy also involves the mayor's connection to a multi-million euro commercial deal.

The trial surrounding the death of Diego Maradona has entered a new legal dilemma. During one of the hearings, it was discovered that the medical commission had mistakenly analyzed tests that did not belong to Diego, but to his father, Don Diego Maradona, who was also treated at Swiss Medical in 2015.

Firefighters focused their efforts on extinguishing the source of the fire in the apartment and ventilating the heavy smoke that had accumulated on the building's floors, in full cooperation with the police and medical services. There were no casualties, but significant damage was caused, and the teams are continuing final extinguishing operations before concluding their activity at the scene.

Two serious traffic accidents occurred almost simultaneously, resulting in the death of a 60-year-old man and leaving two others in serious condition. The injured were evacuated to Rambam Hospital.

The Turkish consulate in Jerusalem, which works in close cooperation with the Palestinian Authority in Ramallah, is apparently committing building violations while preventing Israeli inspectors from entering the compound. A study by the Jerusalem Center for Applied Policy exposes these violations, and former council member Yair Gabai has appealed to the municipality to intervene.

With 69 days until the elections, the police are preparing for extreme scenarios. While previous preparations focused on maintaining election integrity, new operational plans are now being developed to address potential security threats.

The new light rail route will be seven kilometers long, include 12 new stations, and intersect with the veteran Red Line. Although fans have been waiting for years, the station next to Teddy Stadium and the Arena will not operate during major events.

About 600 educational aides from approximately 50 municipalities are expected to join the "Ofek BeTnuah" ("Horizon in Motion") program in the 2026/27 school year. The initiative will allow them to earn a bachelor's degree in early childhood education, receive a teaching certificate, and obtain an annual scholarship of 6,000 shekels to help address the national teacher shortage.

M. (23), a reserve soldier in an elite unit who fought in the Gaza Strip, sought psychological help after returning home. However, instead of support, he encountered political preaching from psychologist Uri Levy.

Two opposition council members in the Ra'anana municipality are seeking to bring a motion to stop the broadcasting of Channel 14 in all municipal public buildings. The two are trying to disguise the political decision as a professional move, while attempting to deal in advance with the understandable claim regarding the infringement of freedom of speech, but it is difficult to ignore the very...

Traffic police officers were deployed on Highway 60 in the south as part of an operation against speeding. A 19-year-old new driver was caught driving at 201 km/h in a 90 km/h zone, attempted to escape by turning off his vehicle's lights, and was subsequently arrested.

According to the ministry's spokesperson, since the beginning of the West Nile fever activity season to date, 17 patients have been diagnosed, one of whom is still hospitalized and one has passed away. It is now reported that infected mosquitoes have been detected in Petah Tikva, Kafr Qasim, and Ben Gurion Airport.

Laboratory tests have confirmed that mosquitoes carrying the West Nile fever virus were captured near the airport and in other central cities. The number of confirmed cases in Israel has risen to 17.

A two-year-old toddler in Jerusalem was found by her parents with injuries half an hour after she went missing. She was hospitalized in light condition. An 11-year-old boy is suspected of attacking her.

About 133,000 temporary permits expiring in 2026-2027 will not be renewed automatically, and a gradual cancellation of permanent permits is also expected. Patients and rights organizations warn: relying on benefits and functional tests could harm those who have difficulty walking but are not eligible for benefits.

Guy Lerner, host of the "HaTzinor" program, reported receiving threats following an investigation into the illegal takeover of burial plots at a Netanya cemetery. Despite the danger, the journalist stated he will not cease his work.

While passengers at Ben Gurion Airport face long waits for luggage, employees report extreme workloads and a structural staff shortage. They claim the current employment model forces out experienced workers before they gain tenure. The Israel Airports Authority rejects these claims, citing the seasonal nature of the work and established labor agreements.

Shalom Lion was born in Thessaloniki and immigrated with his family to Jerusalem at the age of one and a half. His family members who remained in Greece perished in the Holocaust. In 2022, he participated with his son in the March of the Living and visited Auschwitz for the first time.

Right-wing activist Mordechai David began a series of prayers that he plans to hold twice a week until Yom Kippur. About 20 men and four women arrived at the first event. After municipal inspectors requested to remove the partition, clashes developed at the scene.

Magav officers were called early this morning to the city center and arrested two suspects, who were later released under restrictive conditions. So far, none of the injured parties have filed a complaint, and the police are attempting to locate them. The incident comes days after a violent brawl at a hotel in the city.

Omri Peretz and Maxim Barberman, suspected of murdering their friend Eldar Dayan, claimed they fled to an open area after seeing a police car, but records show it arrived only half an hour later. Peretz's phone, which he claimed was lost, was found at his family's home, and police suspect that important data was deleted from it.

Arizona State University has launched a bachelor's degree in content creation, including studies in podcasting, studio production, and on-camera performance. Critics question the value of such a degree, while industry professionals argue that it may provide useful skills in the fields of communications and marketing.

Ilan Tashtash, who coached the women's sailing team for the Olympics, also taught at the School of Maritime Education. According to him, he was transferred because he exposed improper conduct. What did the Labor Court rule?

A young man employed in electrical work resigned and demanded social benefits for five years of full-time employment. However, the court determined he worked part-time and for a shorter duration.

The streaming giant has been caught in an unusual legal dispute with a veteran metal band that claims trademark infringement and is demanding that the court impose an immediate injunction on the launch of the highly anticipated animated series.

Following a series of serious sanitary violations and failure to meet conditions set during May hearings, the District Health Office has issued an administrative order closing the "Tatam Tavin" business in Ashdod for 60 days.

Train passengers from Beit She'an, Haifa, and Nahariya will face extensive disruptions from tomorrow morning until Sunday morning, with 12 stations closed. Israel Railways stated that the works are scheduled during a period of lower demand and urged the public to check updated timetables. Additionally, further disruptions are expected in the coming weeks on the line between Modi'in and Ben Gurion...

Guy Hadida, David Keltjens, and Niv Gottlieb have reached a settlement under which each will be suspended for eight months, with the possibility of a five-month reduction subject to full cooperation with the agency.

Prof. Nitzan Pekin, Deputy Director of the Center for Cyber Law and Policy at the University of Haifa, explained the lawsuit against Meta, which centers on the question of whether the company used data it collected on minors to design its products and increase screen time.