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7 habits that seem innocent – but can indicate mental distress
There are habits we adopt to relax and unwind, but sometimes they can signal something deeper. If you find yourself relying on one of these 7 habits for comfort, it is worth pausing to ask "why?" because even seemingly positive actions can sometimes be a sign of underlying emotional struggles.

Gambling complex exposed in Hadera during police raid
An illegal gambling apartment was exposed in Hadera during a search conducted by police officers at a complex in the city. Tens of thousands of shekels in cash, hundreds of euros, and thousands of dollars were seized at the scene, alongside a large amount of equipment suspected of being used to operate gambling games.

"Violent conflict between criminal organizations": The court imposed a restriction order on the head of the criminal organization
The court imposed a 45-day restriction order on Yossi Mussli, under which he will remain under house arrest and be prohibited from using messaging applications. The police claimed there is a violent conflict between criminal organizations. Mussli rejected the claims: "Everything they say I do from Kfar Shalem can be done from anywhere."

Haim Rotter expected to be released to house arrest next Monday
The Tel Aviv District Court is considering the release of Haim Rotter, accused of serious sexual offenses, to house arrest in Jerusalem. The process requires the approval of five monitors, three of whom are scheduled to appear in court on Monday.

Nazi salutes at Hapoel Tel Aviv match: severe punishment on the way
Serious documentation from the match against Poland's Katowice has sparked a major uproar on social media. UEFA may open a disciplinary procedure against the club, which could face heavy financial fines and the closure of stands.
Driver from Tayibe arrested for driving while disqualified for the seventh time
A 54-year-old driver from Tayibe was caught on Highway 60 driving while disqualified for the seventh time. The vehicle, which had safety defects, was impounded, and the court ordered his detention until the end of the proceedings.

Good news for residents of the North: New 900-space parking lot to be built at Haifa Airport
The Israel Airports Authority announced on Thursday the construction of a new parking lot at Haifa Airport, featuring approximately 900 spaces. The 20-dunam project aims to accommodate the recent surge in passenger traffic and expand travel options for residents of Haifa and the North.
Tourist hits taxi driver with a thermos: brawl goes viral
A violent incident at Cancun International Airport has gone viral on social media. A tourist was filmed hitting a shuttle driver with a thermos following a dispute over luggage, leading to a physical altercation in front of bystanders.

Ofek Adanek faces performance cancellations amid criminal investigation
Following a criminal investigation and suspicions of violence against his partner, local authorities in Israel have decided to cancel performances by the popular artist Ofek Adanek.

Lior Narkis embroiled in a massive lawsuit: will he have to part with 1.25 million shekels?
After discovering that a replacement was being sought behind his back, the guitarist for the well-known singer decided to turn to the Labor Court with a demand for massive compensation. All the details.

IDF veteran with PTSD asked to leave McDonald's due to service dog
Aviv, an IDF veteran suffering from PTSD, was asked to leave a McDonald's branch while dining with his family and his service dog. Staff cited a customer's allergy as the reason. McDonald's has since apologized, calling the incident an error in judgment.
Thrown, picked up and tried again: The indictment regarding the grenade at Japanika in Kiryat Ono
Two young men from Bat Yam, aged 18 and 22, are accused of throwing a fragmentation grenade several times at the Japanika restaurant in Kiryat Ono until it exploded, causing heavy damage. The two arrived masked on electric bicycles, and one of them is also accused of obstructing the investigation.

Ears Clogging Up on a Flight? How to Relieve the Pain
Pressure in the ears, temporary hearing loss, and sometimes sharp pain are familiar phenomena during a flight, especially during landing. But there are several simple actions that can help.

Serious indictment: former Border Police officer sexually harassed a minor
The Department of Internal Police Investigations filed a serious indictment on Wednesday at the Nazareth Magistrate's Court against a former Border Police officer for sexually harassing a minor under the age of 14. According to the indictment, filed by attorney Hila Cohen, the defendant served as a combatant in the Shahar company of the Jerusalem Border Police and conducted sexually explicit...

Drama in BTS: Pop star reveals medical issue in live broadcast
V, a member of the global pop group BTS, revealed on Wednesday that he is receiving medical treatment for hearing impairment in one ear. The announcement came during the group's world tour, which reunites all seven members following a hiatus for mandatory military service. The singer, whose full name is Kim Tae-hyung, shared in a live broadcast that he has been dealing with the condition for two...

Nazareth: 77 Days Without a Murder in a Formerly 'Bloody' City
In recent weeks, the residents of Nazareth have been feeling a sensation that was foreign to them for a long time - personal security. In the city, which led in the number of violent incidents and which the police define as a "microcosm of Arab society in the north," no murder incidents have been recorded for over two months. The police clarify: "The road is still long."

Without mapping or answers on contamination scope: ILA submits update on private lands in Sde Dov
The Israel Land Authority (ILA) has submitted a court update regarding soil contamination tests in the Sde Dov quarter ahead of a land distribution lottery, which has already been postponed. While the judge deemed the delay "negligible" compared to the risk of discovering significant contamination gaps, the lack of data means the lottery will be postponed once again.

Rare surgery at Assuta: First-of-its-kind treatment for a young woman injured by an Iranian missile
A mother of children who was injured in Arad by an Iranian missile strike underwent a delicate microsurgical procedure to reconstruct facial nerves in an attempt to restore her facial symmetry and the ability to close her eye.

Bedouin youth without a license hit children on a playground with a scooter and fled
An 18-year-old Bedouin, a resident of Bir al-Maksur, was arrested on suspicion of driving a scooter without a license, entering a playground near Shfaram, and hitting two 8-year-old children. According to the police, the children were moderately injured and taken to the hospital, while the suspect fled the scene.

Syria Seeks Extradition of Assad and Senior Officials via Interpol
The Syrian Ministry of Justice has established a committee to pursue the extradition of senior Assad regime officials who fled the country. The committee will coordinate with Interpol following the death sentences handed down by the local judiciary.

Study determines: This is the reason why women need more hours of sleep than men
A 2016 sleep laboratory study has confirmed that women require more sleep than men to function properly. Experts point to the concept of "mental load" as the primary factor behind this need.

The plot where 120 unknowns are buried: how a fallen soldier was identified after 78 years
120 out of 136 graves in the plot for illegal immigrants from Cyprus remain unknown, including the grave of Shlomo Haimson, who was shot in a detention camp in 1948. A complex cross-referencing of map fragments led to solving the mystery, providing closure for his daughter, who was only four days old when he was killed.

3-4 kilograms less: The simple habit that accelerates weight loss
While many struggle with weight-loss medications, a new study reveals that there is a much easier method that can easily shed excess kilograms from the body. The mechanism is not a "fat-burning" magic, but a combination of caloric savings and a slight, temporary increase in energy expenditure.

Embarrassment in France: Ambassador invited dozens of young women to his residence
Bruno Foucher, Paris's representative in the Central African Republic, brought a "non-stop parade" of local young women to the official residence in a manner that aroused the suspicion of the French police. The senior diplomat said in his defense that they were "students" he was helping with their studies.

Investigation opened against Bezalel lecturer who accused Israel of 'genocide'
Following a Channel 14 exposé, an investigation was opened today, Thursday, against Issa Grayeb, a lecturer at the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design, who spoke harshly against the State of Israel and the IDF.

Major airport to undergo renovation for Muslims at a cost of hundreds of thousands
Fox News reported on Thursday that Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport will install foot-washing stations for Muslims inside its restrooms. The project is privately funded and expected to be completed by the end of the year.

Between Legislation and Implementation: The Fight Against Prostitution as a Test of Israeli Governance
Is the State of Israel retreating from the policy it set for itself to combat prostitution? Five years after the entry into force of the Prohibition of Consumption of Prostitution Law, a report by the Knesset Research and Information Center raises troubling questions.

Eric Shtilman takes a dramatic step against the Recanati family: heading to court
A huge drama behind the scenes of Maccabi Tel Aviv: the main sponsor sent a sharp warning letter and threatens to take legal action following a planned move that he claims was intended to deprive him of purchasing the club's shares.

"Shooting! Shooting!": Fire opened at police officers during an operation against illegal weapons
Police officers who arrived to search for illegal weapons encountered fire in an open area. In the footage from body cameras, the calls can be heard: "Shooting! Shooting!", "Take cover" and "We are engaged in an exchange of fire". A suspect was arrested and a weapon was seized.

Shake-up in the top ranks of the PID: The prosecutor in charge of the investigation into Ben Gvir's associates has requested a transfer
First publication: The senior official, who was the right hand of the outgoing head of the PID, has requested to end her role and move to the appeals department of the State Attorney's Office — while the handling of the case involving Itamar Ben Gvir's associates has not yet concluded. "There is no connection to the handling of the case," the State Attorney's Office claimed.

To whom are you bequeathing your WhatsApp chats?
Here is a topic you probably didn't think about when you wrote your will: who will get your mobile phone, where all your WhatsApp chats, videos, photos, emails, and more are stored. So why is it actually important to include in your will an instruction regarding the use of phone content by heirs?

The Mystery of the Eldar Dayan Murder: Contradictory Versions and Investigative Lapses
The investigation into the murder of Eldar Dayan continues: The Petah Tikva Magistrate's Court has extended the detention of suspects Maxim Barberman and Omri Peretz until August 19. This marks the fifth extension of their detention since late July.

"Mobilizing for the Reservists": A new series of fairs is underway
After three years of war, it is time to say thank you. A new series of fairs across four locations will feature hundreds of businesses owned by reservists, showcasing everything from food and agriculture to design and fashion. The initiative will be highlighted on Channel 12 News. Are you a business owner? Register now to participate.

Soldier returned from Gaza, then faced a scam in Tel Aviv: "I will take out a knife and stab you"
A 41-year-old Tel Aviv resident is accused of approaching a combat soldier on leave and asking for a loan, claiming he had been in an accident. When the soldier withdrew money from an ATM, the defendant snatched thousands of shekels from his hands and fled. The soldier did not give up, started a foot chase, endured threats and an assault at the entrance to a bus, until the police arrived at the...

Israeli Hotel Chain Offers 25% Discount Until August 31
With the summer vacation in full swing, many are already looking ahead to the Tishrei holiday season. The Adam hotel chain has announced a special promotion offering up to a 25% discount on stays at various locations across the country for Isracard holders.

Without equipment or training: The reality of the AI English learning revolution in middle schools
The "English for All" program, intended to integrate AI into English studies for 300,000 students, faces significant challenges including equipment shortages, lack of teacher training, and pending software selection. The Ministry of Education maintains that the program is designed to fit existing school infrastructure.

A Basket, A Cure: How Basketball Brings Life Back to the Gaza Envelope
Barak Peleg, former coach of Hapoel Galil Elyon, took charge of the Otef Darom basketball club to help residents of the Gaza envelope recover after the events of October 7. The project has become a symbol of renewal.

Attempted murder in Tamra: 28-year-old local resident charged with shooting
A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of shooting a resident of Tamra at a bicycle repair shop and fleeing the scene. The getaway vehicle was located in Haifa, and drugs not intended for personal use were seized during a search of the suspect's home.

Her life was saved at the last moment: 11-year-old girl underwent emergency brain surgery after being injured during play
The girl was playing with a relative and suddenly ran into a rope, injuring her head. Moments before entering surgery, her condition deteriorated and she lost consciousness. Emergency surgery performed at the neurosurgical unit at Ziv Medical Center saved her life. "If the girl had not been treated immediately, she could have died."

The giant flag that stood 40 meters high has been removed: "Sometimes you have to know how to let go"
The giant Israeli flag in Kfar Shmaryahu was recently removed due to a legal dispute between its owner, the local council, and the Herzliya municipality. Boaz Hayun shared that he raised it "with the intention of uniting the people" after October 7, and has now decided not to appeal - because "such an appeal would not unite the people." In Kfar Shmaryahu, they denied his words.