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The organization filed a petition to the court in Luxembourg demanding the full cancellation of the sanctions imposed on it about two months ago. CEO Meir Deutsch: "This is an attempt to intimidate civil society and the public in Israel."

After a night of battling the fire in the underground parking lot of the future BIG complex in Petah Tikva, which spans approximately 2,000 square meters, the Fire and Rescue Authority announced that all hotspots have been extinguished. A special investigation team will examine how the fire started.

The court allowed Bank Hapoalim to refuse to accept millions of shekels returned by the police into a citizen's account, even though his criminal case was closed. Nes Li Hofim company was ordered to pay about half a million shekels after canceling a 25-year lease agreement for a commercial complex due to dampness. And the partner of a deceased woman was recognized as the owner of half the...

She served in the Haganah, represented the country at the UN, and was appointed as an advisor to two Prime Ministers. Today, Israel bids farewell to one of the most influential figures in the history of law and society.

Israeli model Romi Abergel opens up about a four-month "nightmare" in Thailand caused by an agent's visa fraud. After her detention and the resulting mental toll, she says she is now focused on rebuilding her life.

During the operation, forces spotted a suspect who fired shots and fled on foot towards a wadi. Police and combat units conducted a foot pursuit using lighting equipment, eventually locating the suspect hiding in bushes, while two additional suspects were also arrested.

Criminal defense attorney Naama Alhadad is convinced that Roman Zadorov was acquitted due to public outcry and warns that investigators who concealed evidence should be held accountable. "If it is proven that the investigation team intentionally concealed evidence, the entire team should be prosecuted."

Studies from recent years indicate that surfing therapy may reduce post-traumatic symptoms. The "Surfers Without Borders" organization has turned these findings into a rehabilitation program that combines surfing with professional guidance and a supportive community for trauma survivors.

A four-year-old child, the grandson of a well-known rabbi, has drowned in a pool while on a private family vacation in Mexico during the 'bein hazmanim' period. Despite extensive resuscitation efforts by local rescue teams, the child could not be saved. The family is currently arranging for his transfer to Israel for burial.

Footage released from a confrontation between a well-known singer and his partner captures mutual shouting. The singer accuses his partner of provocation before demanding she leave his life.

Police opened an investigation after a man in his 20s was moderately wounded on Herbert Samuel Street. Within a short time, officers managed to trace the suspect's identity and arrest him in an apartment in northern Tel Aviv. The suspect, a resident of Holon in his 20s, will be brought to court tomorrow for a remand hearing.

The Labor Court ruled that a break in reserve duty caused by an injury during service does not break the continuity of reserve service for the purpose of calculating compensation. The National Insurance Institute is required to recalculate the payment and add 3,000 shekels for legal expenses.

About 700 people returning to New York City from a Chris Brown concert in New Jersey were trapped on a disabled train in stifling heat. Passengers spent about two hours without electricity or air conditioning before being evacuated early Saturday morning.

Knesset member Tally Gotliv was involved in a car accident after another vehicle struck hers from behind. The incident was revealed in a video shared by her son, Matan Gotliv, on his Instagram account.

A prominent singer has been arrested following a domestic violence complaint filed by his partner. The woman alleges that he acted violently, threatened her, and broke her car windows. The suspect is currently being questioned at the Rishon LeZion police station.

A well-known singer was arrested on Saturday on suspicion of violent offenses. Police are currently investigating the incident, including claims that the partner attempted to run him over.

All passengers were already on board, the flight attendants announced the end of boarding and locked the doors, but one moment before the plane began to move, a single passenger caused panic with his immediate demand to leave the aircraft.

Air Canada has extended the cancellation of its flights to Israel until mid-January 2027. The planned resumption of service at Ben Gurion Airport, originally set for October 2026, has been postponed again, leaving Israel without direct air links to Canada.

Three incidents occurred early in the morning across the Gush Dan area, at two bank branches and a Rami Levy branch. Police arrested a 54-year-old resident of Holon who is suspected of being involved in the events. This evening, police will request to extend his detention.

In heels, with a carry-on, and with no intention of giving up: two women who were late for an Aeroflot flight in Russia went out onto the tarmac in an attempt to catch the plane that had already been towed from the gate. Ground crews were forced to stop the operation, and police were called to the scene. How did the chase end?

As the school year approaches, the National Insurance Institute is preparing to distribute annual education grants to help families cover back-to-school expenses. Below are the details regarding eligibility and payment procedures.

The month of August began with happy news for thousands of Israelis with the return of various aviation giants. Over the weekend, several companies announced their return to Israel, which will expand competition for the Tishrei holiday vacations.

Police arrested a 54-year-old resident of Holon suspected of involvement in three incidents in Gush Dan, where knives and shell casings were left at the entrances to two bank branches and a branch of a well-known food chain.

Ultra-Orthodox protesters demonstrated in Safed and at the Meron junction against the operation of public transport before the end of Shabbat, attempting to delay buses. Police arrived at the scene, alongside secular protesters who sought to prevent the disruption of traffic.

Following a major lawsuit filed against a resident of Rosh HaAyin, Channel 12 news legal commentator Guy Peleg is now seeking compensation from Telegram channel administrators for spreading false information about his son.

Singer and paytan Avishai Levi, who began his musical career in childhood and performed for years in Israel and abroad, has died following a severe accident in Jerusalem. Magen David Adom teams performed resuscitation efforts and transported him to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Oren Nahari broadcast his final program on Kan Reshet Bet and said goodbye to listeners after decades of journalistic work. During the broadcast, he spoke about the progression of ALS and the difficulty of continuing his work, and received a special tribute from the President of the State, Isaac Herzog.

Canadian police arrested a man of Somali descent for allegedly using a knife to vandalize an Israeli exhibit at a heritage festival in Edmonton. The local Jewish Federation CEO confirmed that performers were evacuated for their safety.

Roni Aloni, CEO of Leonardo and Fattal hotels in the Mediterranean basin, marks Fattal's next target - luxury resorts, adults-only hotels, and expansion into Greece, Cyprus, Montenegro, Croatia, and Albania. After turning Cyprus into a sought-after destination, he talks about the revolution in Israeli tourism and the vision ahead: "There is no limit to what can be achieved."

Austin Franco, 19, who refused to work for a company because its founders are Jewish, claimed that radiation from a 5G facility near his new apartment is causing him severe headaches. After his parents evicted him due to his antisemitic views, he launched a fundraiser and has already raised over $10,000.

45 years after retiring from his position as commander of the Migdal HaEmek station, retired Lieutenant Colonel Yehoshua Sinai (88) fulfilled an old dream: a police car picked him up from the assisted living facility in Kiryat Tivon and brought him back to the station that was his home. In an interview, he recalls the murder of the teachers in Gilboa, the young couple whose wedding was made...

Elias, an Israeli living in Berlin, reported an incident where a waiter refused to serve him after identifying his Israeli accent. After the restaurant ignored his inquiries, he filed a civil lawsuit in court.

A fire broke out in the underground parking lot at the construction site of the BIG complex in Petah Tikva, where plastic and pipes were stored. Heavy smoke covers a large area and is spreading towards the Neve Gan towers, while firefighting teams are working to locate the source and ventilate the parking lot.

Bar Clara Mendes McKinnon left a rewarding job at Meta in Ireland and returned to live in the Galilee following October 7. Today she is the CEO of Value Gateway and explains why for her this is "modern Zionism" and why she chose the north.

Professor Raz Segal was chosen to head the Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies at the University of Minnesota. But 5 days later, the university backtracked under pressure from donors, lawmakers, and pro-Israel organizations, after it emerged that on October 13 he wrote that Israel's actions in Gaza were a "textbook case of genocide." He will be compensated with $250,000 in a settlement...

Where to volunteer this week: The "Baim Le-Tov" movement seeks retirees for regular contact with lonely seniors, "Yad Sarah" in Migdal HaEmek needs help with rehabilitation equipment, and the "Gal Galim" surfing school in Ashdod is looking for volunteers to teach surfing to children with special needs.

Five out of nine patients in Louisiana died this year after skin wounds were exposed to seawater. The aggressive bacterium Vibrio vulnificus is also known in Israel and can penetrate the body even following a small injury from a fish.

Improvised explosive devices, explosives - and a host of warnings. In Spain, it is reported that behind the great celebration of the last World Cup, a disturbing picture is hidden. A police report presents a series of threats that were checked during the tournament. According to the report, the Argentine star was at the center, but Ronaldo, referees, and other players were also targeted.

A transport driver who brought Palestinians into Israeli territory is accused of chasing them with his vehicle after a confrontation with his passengers, running one of them over to death, and attempting to harm others. The prosecution claims he used the vehicle as a weapon.

The esteemed actor (72), known to many for his roles in "Roseanne" and "The Big Lebowski," shed half his body weight in a slow and inspiring process. After years of struggling with binge eating and alcoholism, Goodman switched to a Mediterranean diet and committed to daily walking. In a candid interview, he explains: "This time I realized it was a lifelong change and not a temporary diet."