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A large-scale review of more than 350 studies found that for people who lead a sedentary lifestyle, reduced protein consumption may improve metabolism and reduce cellular damage. The researchers also point to a hormone whose level rises when consuming less protein and is linked to longevity. However, they emphasize that athletes, pregnant women, and certain older adults may actually need more...

They drink mostly vodka, are evacuated to the emergency room with critical blood alcohol levels, and sometimes lose consciousness. Ichilov Hospital reports dozens of cases of alcohol poisoning among teenagers aged 13-15. "Some are brought to us by ambulance while unconscious. We also saw a teenager with a head injury and another who arrived with a psychotic episode."

The prosecution filed a serious indictment against a 22-year-old from Lod who threatened a 60-year-old Holon resident over a 3,000 NIS loan. Despite the debt being repaid with interest, the suspect and his accomplices broke into the apartment, used tear gas, stabbed the woman's son, and threatened to burn the home down.

The Ministry of Education paid 49,000 shekels to a strategy and consulting firm for a pedagogical project. However, even after the official engagement ended, the firm continues to operate and promote interviews and op-eds by Inna Zaltsman, a senior Deputy Director General at the ministry.

The airline Blue Bird Airways is expanding its operations in Israel ahead of the autumn season and the holidays, offering flights at particularly competitive prices to the most beloved vacation destination for Israelis.

One of the region's oldest hotels has been demolished to make way for a desert lifestyle resort. The project will feature a unique water park and an advanced wellness complex, aiming to attract a new demographic to the Dead Sea.

A Ramat Gan resident, Shani Ben Giat, reported a serious assault near a local kiosk. According to the victim, the attacker is known to the police, but the lack of prompt action by law enforcement leaves residents feeling vulnerable.

After a shocking diagnosis of a rare syndrome and a pessimistic life expectancy, the parents of 3-year-old Miel found three innovative treatment and research programs that could change her future. To fund them, they are now launching a campaign to raise five million shekels. "We are not asking for pity. We just want to give her a chance. As long as there is hope, we will keep fighting."

The highlight of the wish-granting day took place at the President's Residence in Jerusalem, where Arbel had the privilege of meeting the President of the State. Later that day, Arbel enjoyed a VIP tour of the Knesset.

New York Mayor Zoran Mamdani's plan to implement a second home tax has been temporarily halted by a Staten Island court. The ruling follows a lawsuit from homeowners who received erroneous tax notifications from the city.

Amid the public debate surrounding speed cameras, many have speculated about a "secret police fund." In reality, the mechanism works differently. "HaMashrokik" explains.

The defendant is suspected of committing indecent acts while at a club on Allenby Street in Tel Aviv. He was arrested immediately after the incident. According to the indictment, after the first victim moved away from him, he targeted a second woman, who responded by cursing at him.

An unusual medical case in the Philippines highlights the environmental risks following natural disasters: a 52-year-old woman was hospitalized with severe neurological symptoms. Scans revealed pork tapeworm larvae in her brain tissue, contracted due to poor sanitary conditions.

A 56-year-old Bat Yam resident is accused of masturbating in a public park in front of a young woman who reprimanded him for his actions. After she called the police, he threatened her and later escalated his remarks at the station. In an additional charge, he is accused of committing an indecent act against a 19-year-old woman at a McDonald's branch in the city.

A severe indictment has been filed against three teenagers aged 13–14 from Beersheba who forced two 14-year-olds to perform sexual acts on each other at knifepoint while filming the incident. Chief Warrant Officer Miri Talshir of the 'Beit Lin' center warns that this case represents a 'quantum leap' in youth violence.

The 2026 Galilee Conference, under the title "Restoring security to the North", will take place today at the Culture Hall in Safed.

56 senior citizens, the Association of Organizations for the Elderly, and the Marva organization filed a petition demanding accessible voting for nursing home residents. Supreme Court President Isaac Amit said at the hearing: "The previous arrangement worked excellently in the last elections."

Police forces arrested two suspects last week, including an illegal resident, who loaded over a ton of watermelons into their vehicle from an agricultural field near Ein HaMifratz. A herd of about 300 sheep was also brought onto the site, causing heavy damage to the crops. Indictments were filed against the two this morning.

Yoseph Haddad volunteered for the army, was severely wounded in the Golani Brigade, an injury that changed his life, and until the advocacy activity he funded from his own private pocket, these are the surprising stations in the life of the prominent activist Yoseph Haddad.

The storm surrounding the wedding of Shahar Taboch refuses to subside. After Rabbi Raphael Yonatan Polisook clarified that he has already married 80 same-sex couples and does not regret it, hostage survivor Rom Braslavsky attacked him in a confrontation. The rabbi responded: "To imply that I do this for money is a shame."

Northern District police officers arrested three residents of Tuba-Zangariyye, aged 19, 20, and 23, on suspicion of carrying out a shooting and throwing a grenade at a shopping complex near Migdal. The grenade failed to explode, and the suspects fled the scene before being apprehended.

A driver who broke through a checkpoint in Jerusalem and caused a fatal accident has been arrested by police. Two illegal aliens were killed after being ejected from the vehicle's trunk, and a third remains in critical condition.

Two athletes who retired due to shoulder injuries sued, claiming the establishment prioritized achievements over health. The court agreed and warned: "Motivation must not cause lifelong damage."

Police officers and detectives from the Lachish district, along with other units, raided the homes of dozens of suspects for extortion in the south. The Police Commissioner stated: "We continue to act decisively against serious and organized crime organizations."

A 25-year-old man who was in the hospital told police that he was attacked in a village in the valleys by three young men. According to him, they asked him if he was the brother of a certain person, and when he answered in the affirmative, they "pounced" on him. After an investigation, the police realized that the victim's brother had a dispute with the attackers following an argument over the...

The link between fitness and quality sleep is well-known, but until now, it was unclear which specific workout yields the best results. A new data analysis from Harbin Sport University in China, involving over 2,500 participants with sleep disorders, found that short, high-intensity yoga is the most effective tool for improving sleep—outperforming walking, aerobic exercise, and Tai Chi.

A group of activists from the "Halutzei HaBashan" movement were arrested again tonight (Tuesday) near an improvised tent they set up at the 'Tal Hermon' point. Over the past month, the movement's activists have arrived at the site many times in an attempt to establish a Jewish foothold in the area, and have been evacuated and arrested several times by security forces.

The left-wing activist sharply criticizes Yoseph Haddad's advocacy in the United States and raises serious allegations regarding a past shooting incident in which he was allegedly involved on the road.

Openly gay Rabbi Raphael Yonatan Polisook addressed the online backlash following his decision to officiate the wedding of singer Shahar Taboch and shared how he dealt with the reactions.

A person who returned in recent days from the Democratic Republic of the Congo went to Soroka Hospital after developing a fever. The Ministry of Health emphasizes that at this stage it is only a suspicion, and that test results are expected within the next 24 hours.

The police announced today that they have arrested suspects in the murder of Farid Mazlavat in the city of Maghar in June, following a two-month investigation. The suspects, residents of Maghar, Arraba, and Wadi Salama, were taken for questioning and will be brought to court for a remand hearing. The court has issued a gag order on their names.

Sunscreen is the skin's "seatbelt." It is important to use it as part of your daily routine, but it is just as important to use it correctly. An expert explains how to choose the right cream, what the common mistakes in application are, and how to avoid them.

The Israeli advocacy activist shared footage from a conference in the United States, where he was physically attacked from behind by a participant in a debate. This is how he responded when the incident spilled over into the parking lot.

A 29-year-old resident of Rahat was arrested following a police pursuit on Highway 77. The suspect attempted to flee, rammed a patrol car, and discarded a bag containing weapons before officers neutralized his vehicle by firing at the tires.

17-year-old Sofia Murillo perished alongside her mother, grandmother, and the pilot during a sightseeing tour over Rio de Janeiro. Her family members, waiting on the ground, discovered through news sites and social media that the helicopter had crashed in a wooded area and caught fire.

Following a report in ynet and Yedioth Ahronoth regarding a stolen painting by artist Yosef Bau, the work has been returned to his family. A friend of the painter purchased it at an auction he happened to attend.

The weather today will continue to be hotter than usual and dry in the mountains and inland, and humid on the coastal plain. Tomorrow a gradual drop in temperatures will begin, and on Friday they are expected to return to being normal for the season - with a possibility of drizzle or light local rain in the north and center.

Rabbis emphasized that the mayor's statements against Israel and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are harming the city's Jews, and requested increased police presence around synagogues amid rising hate crimes. One participant described the meeting as a "significant step in the right direction," while the mayor's office characterized the conversation as "open, positive, and constructive."

The Chief Rabbinate revoked kosher certificates for 198 tons of imported meat following a change in the ritual slaughter team. The importer, Leviatan, suffered significant losses and is suing the Rabbinate for 5.7 million shekels.

The Institute of Certified Public Accountants has filed a petition to the Supreme Court against the Minister of Justice and the Commissioner for Insolvency, claiming that the threshold conditions for the trustees' database discriminate against its members compared to lawyers. The Institute is requesting to freeze the work of the appointments committee.