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After a confrontation involving a broken car window, singer Ofek Adank was questioned by police following a complaint from his ex-partner. Amid public outcry, the Dimona municipality has canceled his scheduled performance.

Shabbat Parashat Shoftim, 1st of Elul 5786, begins this evening, Friday, 14.08.2026, bringing with it the commandments of Shabbat and the preparation for the day of rest. Below are the times for the beginning of Shabbat, the end of Shabbat, and Rabbeinu Tam times in various cities across the country.

Preliminary findings from a first-of-its-kind Israeli study led by Beilinson Medical Center highlight long-term impacts of testicular cancer: over 60% of survivors report psychological effects, 41% report erectile dysfunction, and 66% of those who did not preserve sperm regret the decision. "It is not enough for the patient to recover; it is important to understand how to preserve his quality of...

At the end of a stormy week, in which Rambam Hospital was accused of inappropriate treatment of an IDF soldier by an "Arabic-speaking staff," hospital director Dr. Michal Mekel responds for the first time in an interview with Ynet and Yedioth Ahronoth: "Sectoral identity is a non-issue for the hospital. The on-call doctor was a kippah-wearer, and one of the nurses from the Arab sector is an...

The portion of Shoftim explores the deep meaning of being "dead" through the lens of gratitude to the Creator. Using a parable about a flower and King David's institution of one hundred daily blessings, the author explains how failing to appreciate the Almighty's gifts disconnects a person from the source of life.

Investigators of the Binyahu Razi murder describe the shocking behavior of the suspects: smiles during interrogations, betting on prison sentences, and a complete lack of empathy. New details have also emerged regarding the interrogation of a policewoman who withheld information about her sister's involvement in the crime.

How far can you see from Israel on a clear day? Iftach Eitan decided to check – and discovered a whole world hiding on the horizon. On his Instagram page, he connects geography, history, and reality, taking followers from the mountains of Jordan to the peaks of Lebanon. "The moment when what you see matches the map excites me very much," he admits.

Yossi Havra hoped to choose the moment to tell his daughter Lin about her past. However, a word dropped by a classmate led her to the web, and from there to a chilling conversation he received from the teacher. Moments before the abusive caregiver is expected to request early release from prison, he reveals the anxiety attacks, the pointed questions of the 10-year-old who was then a toddler, and...

The younger generation is drinking less alcohol, spending more on wellness, and changing social leisure patterns. However, beneath this trend lies a complex question: what fills the void? Prof. Shauli Lev-Ran notes that fitness can serve as a coping mechanism, while Prof. Tzipi Strauss emphasizes that cumulative alcohol exposure at a young age increases the risk of chronic diseases later in life.

No need for an off-road vehicle, no need to walk far, and the water is not freezing: Ein HaMessil, also known as Ein Tzamad, is a small and shallow pool near the White Waterfalls. Chen Yosef arrived there at ten in the morning and discovered she was alone. "I got lucky. It was perfect."

Alice Walton, heiress to the Walmart empire, has largely avoided the corporate world, dedicating her life to art and philanthropy. From establishing the Crystal Bridges Museum to funding a medical school, she seeks to make essential services accessible to all. Her journey, however, has been marked by personal tragedies and complex challenges.

Starting this coming Saturday night, Channel 14 will broadcast the Selichot services from the Western Wall plaza in Jerusalem every evening. The broadcasts will be available on the channel and on all C14 platforms – on the website, in the app, and on YouTube. This way, even those who cannot physically reach the Western Wall plaza will be able to join the moving event and be an integral part of the...

Singer Odaya Azulai, known as the "Child of Faith," donated a Torah scroll this Thursday evening at her home in Rishon LeZion. During the special ceremony, the singer participated in the dedication of the scroll, which she chose to donate to the local synagogue. The moving event was held in the spirit of the beginning of the month of Elul, the month of mercy and forgiveness.

Salim Safia joined the Mandate police in 1943, and since then the uniform has become a family tradition: his son Ahmad served for 30 years, his grandson Adham followed him, his great-granddaughter Karin is already a police officer - and her sister will follow in her footsteps. 4 generations of a Muslim family tell about the choice to serve the country, and about the way to reduce crime in the Arab...

4 years after the severe car accident, actor Niro Levy talks about the rehabilitation that has not yet ended, the limitations he deals with, and the period when, according to him, he was paralyzed again. Alongside his career and return to the stage, he also reveals what is happening between him and his ex-girlfriend who is 30 years his junior.

Phoebe Gates, the 23-year-old daughter of the Microsoft founder, and her partner in the fashion venture Phia, are accused of involvement in a digital marketing fraud scheme. Internal messages revealed show that she was aware of the deception, and her sentence could reach up to 20 years in prison.

Police and the IDF operated on the outskirts of Hebron after receiving a report regarding a young woman living in a supported housing facility in Gush Dan who was forcibly taken by her family members in their vehicle.

New hope for patients with recurrent glioblastoma: Hadassah Medical Center in Ein Kerem has begun, for the first time in Israel, treating recurrent brain tumors using alpha radiation delivered directly into the tumor. The experimental procedure was performed on a 77-year-old patient as part of a clinical study.

Arjun Aravind was arrested in Massachusetts after police found him in his mother's car. The prosecution claims that before the deaths, he used ChatGPT to create stories "in the style of a gothic novel" about murdering his family members.

The man, about 50 years old, apparently suffered a medical event on Highway 651 near the Yam Junction. Rescue teams extracted him from the driver's cabin without a pulse or breathing and performed advanced resuscitation procedures that included eight electric shocks. The driver of the private car was lightly injured and the bus passengers were not harmed.

The Jerusalem team of the Police Internal Investigations Department (Mahash) questioned a police investigation officer under caution on suspicion of sexually harassing and committing an indecent act against a woman who arrived at a police station to file a complaint. The officer was released under conditions of restricted access to police facilities and a no-contact order for 11 days. The...

Police officers from the Rahat station and National Guard fighters raided a residential complex in the city, where a kindergarten operates, and located an M-16 rifle hidden in a sandbox, alongside dozens of bullets and a magazine. A local resident in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of involvement in shooting and possession of weaponry.

A bus driver collapsed and lost consciousness while driving today, Thursday, causing a collision with a vehicle on Highway 651 near Yam Junction. MADA teams evacuated the 50-year-old man to Hillel Yaffe Hospital in critical condition while performing ongoing resuscitation efforts.

An unusual incident occurred this evening (Thursday) on Highway 651 near the Yam Junction: a bus driver, aged about 50, collapsed and lost consciousness while driving, apparently due to a medical issue. Following the collapse, the bus collided with a private vehicle.

Ruby, father of Staff Sergeant Itay Chen (of blessed memory), and Alon, father of Staff Sergeant Tamir Nimrodi (of blessed memory), dedicated two years of their lives to bringing their sons back. Their health deteriorated, their businesses collapsed - and then it turned out that the state has no answer for the unique situations created after October 7. Now they are demanding a unique package of...

A federal judge ruled that insufficient evidence of institutional antisemitism at Harvard was presented. The lawsuit was filed as part of the Donald Trump administration's struggle against the university, after it froze 2.2 billion dollars in federal research grants, claiming the institution failed to protect Jewish and Israeli students.

The investigation into the disappearance of two Israelis in Vienna continues; contact was lost nearly a week ago, and there are no leads regarding their fate. "No line of investigation is ruled out," a senior police official stated, noting that many questions remain. A gag order on the case will be lifted as the situation clarifies.

Unstable rainy weather is expected to hit large areas of Israel starting from noon. Emergency forces are on high alert due to fears of deadly flash floods, and safety guidelines have been published.

Following the Supreme Court's decision allowing the State Attorney's Office to resume handling the Military Advocate General's case, legal sources indicate that the suspended Military Advocate General, Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, is likely to receive a plea deal offer. She is expected to admit to the charges, effectively closing the case.

A maintenance worker attempted to retrieve a product stuck in a machine when a colleague activated it without warning. The incident resulted in the partial amputation of his finger. The Haifa Magistrate's Court rejected the company's claim of sole liability on the part of the employee, ruling that the lack of coordination is the employer's responsibility.

On a farm in Moshav Shadmot Mechola, staff were surprised to discover the rare birth of a reddish-brown heifer. A delegation from the Temple Institute and rabbis examined the heifer and found it kosher for the time being. A red heifer is considered a complex commandment, dependent on finding a rare cow without any blemish. A few months ago, an Iranian missile fell on the farm and did not explode...

Drugs worth 11 million dollars were seized in a truck in Ecuador, and the packages featured the face of the Manchester City and Norway national team star. It turns out he is not the first to receive this dubious honor.

Two fans have filed a lawsuit against the Leaan ticket agency, Hapoel Tel Aviv FC, the Professional Football Leagues, and the Israel Football Association. They are demanding a refund of 2,725 shekels for tickets to the Tel Aviv derby, which was cancelled minutes before kickoff due to riots in the stands.

The murder of the lawyer in his office last week brought all the fears to the surface - and unfortunately, this is not an exceptional danger. A number of lawyers live under threats and physical attacks, some are afraid to speak. The risk is not reserved only for criminal lawyers - even a case in a family court or representation in a neighbor dispute can be violent: "Today they burned my office...

Incheon Airport in South Korea has become the world's busiest airport for the first time, serving 38.4 million passengers in the first half of the year. The surge is attributed to infrastructure expansion and shifting global travel patterns.

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett was a guest on Lidor Admoni's new interview series on mako ahead of the elections. Bennett sharply criticized the Minister of National Security, presented crime statistics, and declared a frontal war on criminal organizations: "I am going to tear you apart."

Thailand's tourist police are investigating a claim that an Israeli family was expelled from Samui Exotic Park after the owner learned of their nationality. The family reports that a staff member assaulted the father in front of his children, and the owner subsequently posted a video featuring an Israeli flag alongside a shooting target.

A few weeks after fire was opened at his business, Awad Zbidat from Sakhnin received demands for payment of more than 200,000 shekels. He did not surrender to the extortion, but customers were afraid to come: "I worked day and night to build a future for myself and my wife."

Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara has petitioned the Supreme Court to block the appointment of Mahash leadership during the election period, citing concerns over political pressure on law enforcement.

The Regavim movement warns of severe pollution in a stream in the Negev and demands increased enforcement against those responsible. According to them, waste is burned and dumped without permission, and animal carcasses are accumulating in the area. Ahead of winter, the movement warns: rains could wash away the waste, block the stream's channel, and cause flooding.