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The Ministries of Health and Finance have announced an international tender for the architectural design of the new "Peres" Medical Center in Be'er Sheva. Operated by the Sheba Medical Center and two health funds, the facility aims to bridge the healthcare gap between the periphery and the center.

Palestinian students and staff have filed a lawsuit against Columbia University, claiming they have suffered discriminatory treatment since 2023. The lawsuit alleges that the university failed to protect members of the Palestinian community from harassment and targeted them with disciplinary proceedings described as "unfair and biased."

A 69-year-old resident of Akko is accused of extorting his wife of 45 years, subjecting her to verbal abuse and death threats. Following a police investigation, he has been indicted with a request for detention until the end of legal proceedings.

Mark ben Avraham Nebler and his accomplices, whose identities remain unknown, targeted Russian-speaking seniors by posing as officials to steal large sums of money and jewelry. The vigilance of a victim's family members led to the suspect's arrest.

"Do you understand that the children haven't been with you for even a minute during the summer vacation? I can't do everything alone": Bat-El Sananes shared on the web a recording she sent to her husband, who received a call-up for another round - and received thousands of supportive responses. "Thank you for this sane voice - I thought it was just me," wrote one user.

Air India flight AI2379, traveling from Phuket to Delhi with 145 people on board, experienced a frightening incident at cruising altitude. According to the aviation magazine One Mile at a Time, the aircraft suddenly lost 300 feet of altitude, exceeding its structural load limit. Because the seatbelt sign was not illuminated, 13 passengers and four crew members sustained injuries due to severe...

The Northern District Attorney's Office filed an indictment against three residents of Kfar Misr, aged 26, 41, and 30, on suspicion of operating as a smuggling cell and transferring approximately 50 kg of hashish across the border into Jordan. The indictment was filed following a joint investigation by the Northern District Central Unit and the Shin Bet, and charges them with violating state...

A reservist's wife, who was informed that her husband's call-up order was extended once again, shared a heartbreaking recording in which she described the difficulties she is facing. The children who absorb the frustration: "The child asked why I hate him" - and the feeling of helplessness: "I will just continue to lose it, it doesn't matter anymore. This is what you have to do."

A dream vacation in Mexico could end in the emergency room: UK health authorities are warning of a sharp rise in cases of infection with the Cyclospora parasite among tourists who have returned from the country. The parasite, which is transmitted through contaminated food or water, causes an acute intestinal infection accompanied by particularly severe symptoms. According to the latest data, in...

The star of "The Amazing Race," currently adjusting to life as a divorced woman, shared that she woke up this morning unable to speak and is feeling quite unwell after a doctor's visit.

Can a lung transplant, a procedure that for years was hardly considered an option for patients with advanced lung cancer, become a treatment for a specific group of patients? A study published in the medical journal JAMA presents exceptional preliminary results among patients with stage 4 NSCLC lung cancer, whose disease was limited to the lungs and did not respond to medical treatment.

The New York City Council has opened a new front against prediction markets, as Council Speaker Adrienne Adams sent investigative letters to four companies operating in the field: Polymarket, Kalshi, Coinbase, and Gemini Titan. The companies were required to answer questions regarding how they market their services and the extent of their compliance with consumer protection laws.

The State Attorney's Office has indicted 52-year-old sports instructor Gilboa Dahan from Netanya for committing indecent acts against five vulnerable residents at a care facility. The indictment alleges the acts occurred during exercise sessions, sometimes even in the presence of staff.

According to the suspicion, a construction company owner from the center of the country deducted fictitious invoices through his company totaling approximately 26 million shekels, while offsetting input tax of about 4 million shekels. After being questioned by the Tax Authority, he was released under restrictive conditions.

The innovative treatment was administered to a patient with recurrent glioblastoma as part of a clinical trial at Hadassah Ein Kerem. During the procedure, doctors for the first time in the world inserted alpha radiation sources into the tumor from two paths simultaneously, aiming to achieve more precise coverage of the cancerous area. The CEO of the developing company stated: "For us, it has...

The veteran restaurant chain "Fireman Group" has filed for bankruptcy protection in a New York court. The group has accumulated over $39 million in debt.

The real estate market is facing a wave of negative headlines, including arrests of senior figures, license suspensions, and new investigations. A contractor has now been arrested on suspicion of offsetting fictitious invoices totaling 26 million shekels.

Hours before the live broadcast on Keshet 12, Amir Banai, a contestant on 'Dancing with the Stars', injured his forehead during the dress rehearsal and had to leave the studio to receive medical treatment.

TV presenter and actress Yael Bar Zohar was surprised to discover that she has become part of a wave of vandalism against women, after a public billboard featuring her was defaced and her face painted black.

The State Prosecution filed today (Thursday) a serious indictment with the Central District Court—Lod against a 33-year-old woman from the center and her 43-year-old partner, accusing them of numerous sex offenses against two minor daughters of the defendant, aged 12–8, as well as against two toddlers from the defendant’s family, aged between one and three years.

The Equal Rights Commission for Persons with Disabilities at the Ministry of Justice has published data on the compliance of major public bodies and large government-owned companies with the adequate representation target — and the continuous increase is clear.

The Ministry of Health ordered today (Wednesday) the immediate closure of the "Oshi Oshi" restaurant at 10 Prof. Shechtman Street in Hadera, following a series of sanitary deficiencies found during inspections. Hadera District Physician, Dr. Marwa Matanes, determined that the continued operation of the business poses a danger to public health.

Eden Hodaya Cohen from Acre reveals screenshots that she claims prove a forecast she published in February is on its way to coming true - according to the forecast, the mayor of New York will get into legal trouble and resign from his position - and as is known, the US Department of Justice has opened an investigation against him.

The "Big Brother" star revealed that she was hospitalized after suffering from "severe symptoms," and later discovered that an abdominal cyst was the cause. She now updates her followers: "I am eighty percent good."

For the first time since the October 7 massacre, Zikim Beach is fully open to the public for the current bathing season. After being severely damaged during the Hamas attack, the site underwent extensive rehabilitation and is now welcoming visitors once again.

Police officers noticed a driver who pulled over to the side of the road after spotting a patrol car in Kafr Manda. During the check, he provided his brother's details, but his true identity was revealed. A check showed that he was driving while under a court-ordered disqualification and that his license had expired in 2008.

A survey conducted ahead of the 2027 school year by "HaShomer HaChadash" and the Riffman Institute reveals that 83% of respondents view the education system as being in crisis, with half doubting that the next government will implement significant change.

About 500 students have yet to undergo eligibility committees or receive placement notices due to bureaucratic delays by the municipality. This denies parents the right to appeal and prepare, and creates uncertainty in the transportation system. The Jerusalem Municipality acknowledges the issue, while the Ministry of Education clarifies that placement is the responsibility of the local authority.

The Minister of Education used the press conference to continue his struggle against Ran Erez and to ignore the problems in the system. Kisch downplays the shortage of teachers and the resignation of principals, claiming: "The numbers circulating are 'fake'. The gap between those leaving and new ones will be only a few hundred."

Police have identified the suspects arrested for the arson of a restaurant in Givatayim, linking the incident to a broader wave of violent criminal disputes across the country.

Judge Yehoshua Geifman ruled that buyers in Pardes Hanna-Karkur were misled into believing residential construction was approved. Nearly 12 years later, the land remains agricultural, and compensation is linked to the original purchase date.

Two young men from Rehovot set fire to the chain's branch last month and fled on a scooter. The motive for the act is control struggles between criminals that are spilling over into city streets. After they were arrested, a prosecutor's statement was filed, and an indictment will be filed soon.

"We received a complaint from a bank branch manager in Tiberias regarding the destruction of 6 ATMs. Our investigation revealed that the defendant, a resident of Samaria, also destroyed machines in Afula, Kfar Saba, and Hod HaSharon." Police state the motive remains unclear. The estimated damage is 1.5 million shekels; his lawyer cited "complex life circumstances."

After 'kosher' roads were paved in the city overlooking the Sea of Galilee to allow the passage of Kohanim, a solution was found for the city's religious community: paving a dedicated path on the side of the road, on the side furthest from the beach strip. This is to allow passage without being exposed to the mixed beach, where men and women spend time together in minimalist clothing.

The Pango app is expanding its tourism services by launching an international car rental feature in partnership with Hertz. Users can also enjoy a 15% discount on travel insurance from Harel.

Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara is expected to rule that the indictment in the 'Qatargate' affair will include security offenses. Indictments are expected against Yonatan Urich and Eli Feldstein.

According to the indictment, a 53-year-old man sitting in a park drinking beer was asked to help fix a bicycle. He is accused of touching the girl three times and offering her to sit on his lap. In one of the cases, she got scared, fled from him, and hid in a tunnel at the playground.

According to a CBS publication, 1.3 million Israelis left the country last July — the strongest figure since the start of the war. Meanwhile, the CBS business trends survey presents a complex picture regarding hotels in Israel: the net balance of Israeli overnight stays is positive, but the balance of tourist overnight stays remains negative.

Two weeks of traffic disruptions are expected in the area of the Keren Kayemet bridge in Tel Aviv-Yafo: starting from this coming Saturday night (15.8), maintenance, restoration, and safety works will begin on the bridge, during which traffic lanes will be blocked intermittently in both directions.

The State Attorney's Office has indicted Avraham Hadi of Ramat Gan for a series of vandalism acts against Channel 12, Channel 13, Haaretz, and the Ministry of Justice, aimed at intimidating staff and extorting apologies for coverage of the 'Sde Teiman' affair.