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A floating island larger than a football field suddenly appeared in the Williston Reservoir in northern British Columbia, Canada - and then, within a few weeks, simply disappeared. The massive mass, covered in trees and vegetation, was spotted floating in the water and documented by a boater, before the photos and videos reached Rocky Avery, a local resident, who posted them on social media.

Dozens of Haredim arrived yesterday at the school grounds in the Kiryat HaYovel neighborhood, and the police decided to secure the students' arrival for the first day of the school year. The protesters claimed there was "immodesty" in the neighborhood, covered the windows with anti-conscription messages, and poured paint at the entrance.

The two children arrived at Shaare Zedek Medical Center suffering from dizziness and severe confusion. A quick investigation by the medical staff revealed that the severe poisoning was caused by candies containing cannabis.

Without threats of strikes, with a lot of hope: among the millions returning to school are 180,000 starting first grade. Some will begin in the legendary school of Metula, which stood empty until now. In the Gaza envelope, they are returning to study at home after about 3 years of wandering. The expectation: "That it will be interesting in class and fun at recess."

Hundreds of parents are protesting against the installation of solar systems on the roofs of educational institutions and are demanding to stop the work until safety measures and radiation tests are implemented. According to them, the response they received from the council is insufficient: "We are not against green energy - we are for our children."

The father of a well-known music producer has filed a sharp lawsuit against him, accusing him of negligence that led to the fatal crash in which the famous singer and eight of her entourage were killed at the height of her success.

Closing the circle: teachers who return to teach in the place where they were once students. For the student who once sat in the back row by the window, and perhaps sometimes struggled to concentrate, standing in front of the class with a dry-erase marker in hand is a personal victory and a statement of intent.

In footage circulated online, a 36-year-old Tesla driver from Migdal HaEmek is seen apparently sleeping while the vehicle continues to drive. The video caused a stir, and the driver was arrested for questioning and released afterward. The police clarify: advanced driver-assistance systems do not allow a driver to relinquish responsibility for driving, and certainly not to fall asleep. "The driver...

For thousands of families in Israel, the start of the school year comes again this year in the shadow of prolonged reserve duty. While other parents accompany their children to kindergarten and first grade, there are those who are forced to say goodbye again and head to Gaza, Lebanon, and the West Bank. For 6.5-year-old Ivri, who will start first grade today, his father will be able to be there...

Ryan Kamal Asaad from Kisra was excited to enter 12th grade and had already prepared everything required, but three days before the start of school he was killed in a fatal car accident that claimed the life of another person. "His dreams were shattered. He will no longer go to the army, will not enter 12th grade," said his father in pain, who called out to the public with a plea: "Drive...

Yossi Musli and his partner were detained for questioning after police found three Palestinian workers without permits performing construction work at their home in Savyon.

A patient who recently returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo has been placed in isolation at Ichilov Hospital after reporting symptoms. Laboratory tests are currently underway.

Alma Sirur, 24, who deals with a mental disability, fell along with her service dog, Mishmish, during a ride on a Dan bus in Tel Aviv, resulting in minor injuries for both. She claims the driver was speeding and driving unsafely.

A jackal infected with rabies was discovered in the north of the country, and as a result, several people were sent for rapid preventive treatment. The ministry is now appealing to the public and asking anyone who was in the area to undergo an immediate examination.

The teenager was stripped and attacked by students who treated him with aggressive violence - while inside the school during the lunch break. After being discharged from the hospital, he suffered from severe anxiety that led to suicidal thoughts. Although the municipality and the Ministry of Education tried to distance themselves from the incident - they will compensate the student with 420...

The Ministry of Health announced that several reports have been received stating that Dr. Michael Yanko, whose medical license was suspended for 15 years, continues to provide mental health consultations, including opinions for children and adolescents. The Ministry clarifies: "All opinions, certificates, and diagnoses provided by him are invalid."

Police arrested a resident of the South in his 40s on suspicion of involvement in introducing sedatives into 'Prinuk' brand baby fruit purees. The case was exposed in June following the hospitalization of four toddlers, and police are investigating the potential involvement of others.

A speed check on Highway 79 turned into a dangerous pursuit: according to the indictment, the driver weaved between vehicles, crashed into an ambulance, and caused other drivers to brake sharply. After being apprehended, it was discovered he was an illegal resident who had never obtained a driver's license.

Recent inquiries have revealed that Dr. Michael Yanko continues to provide medical opinions, including for children, even though his license was suspended for 15 years following a conviction for obtaining by deception.

In the communities of the Galilee Panhandle, the opening of the school year will be marked tomorrow. Despite a relatively stable summer, the scars of war and evacuation are still felt, and the region continues to struggle to bring back families who chose to stay in the center of the country.

Due to severe seawater turbidity caused by weather conditions, five of Israel's six desalination plants have been shut down. Authorities have implemented water usage restrictions across several regions.

Amar Al-Aasam was arrested on suspicion of bribery, fraud, money laundering, breach of trust, and bid rigging, and his detention was extended by eight days. The investigation was conducted covertly in recent months, and in its framework, additional suspects were arrested and others were detained for questioning.

The Israel Airports Authority has finalized preparations for an unprecedented wave of congestion. Over 2.5 million passengers are expected to pass through Ben Gurion Airport, tens of thousands will depart from Ramon and Haifa, and half a million will cross land borders. These are the busiest days and essential guidelines for travelers.

Itay Dudi explains how the unusual storm led to the proactive shutdown of five desalination plants. The spokesperson describes the situation as a stirred cup of coffee and estimates that supply will resume soon. Simultaneously, water corporations are preparing for local distribution, and Mekorot is increasing pumping from the Sea of Galilee.

Hostage survivor Elkana Bohbot and his wife Rivka revealed today, Monday, the name of their newborn daughter: Michel. The couple chose to share the news in a way that symbolizes a closing of the circle, recreating the sign Elkana held in the helicopter during his evacuation from the Re'im camp, now reading: "Rami, Dad, Mom and Michel are on the way!!".

The apartment of the late Davar journalist Aliza Valach on Shenkin Street was broken into, her credit card and car were stolen, and an attempt was made to take over the property. Her death does not appear in the records, and the Ministries of Health and Interior are disclaiming responsibility. The case exposes the systemic consequences of a process that opens the door for criminals.

Between Saturday and Sunday, October 24-25, 2026, at 02:00 AM, Israel will switch to winter time, moving the clocks back one hour. Learn how to verify your device settings, the impact of the time change on health, and the arguments against the transition.

According to the Israel Airports Authority, about 2.5 million passengers are expected to pass through Ben Gurion Airport in the coming month. To manage the influx, staff levels have been reinforced, and four peak travel dates have been identified with an expected daily volume of 100,000 passengers.

Gal Rubin has filed a 306,000 shekel lawsuit against her former partner, alleging the unauthorized commercial use of her personal Instagram photos despite her requests for removal. She also claims defamation regarding his public allegations that she demanded a 50,000 shekel "bribe."

Investigators estimate that the driver of the Zeekr, who perished in the incident, reached speeds of 100 km/h before hitting a concrete wall. Fire and Rescue Services confirmed that the fire was caused by the high-impact collision, ruling out a lithium battery failure.

In Israel, children are getting their first mobile phone as early as age 6-7, the youngest in the world, according to the "Attention Revolution" movement, which is expanding its activities this year to dozens of schools, communities, and kibbutzim, promoting parental agreements to delay the purchase. In the background: a massive settlement by Meta in the US to restrict minors on social networks...

Mahmoud Abd al-Majid from Iksal made 14 calls to the 100 emergency center, threatening to carry out attacks and claiming he had planted an explosive device near the Prime Minister's house. Additionally, he attacked two passengers on the Metronit in Haifa. He faces 14 counts of threats and assault.

Just before September 1st, at the WIZO Kiryat Shalom daycare in Tel Aviv, the excitement is already felt: classrooms are being cleaned, walls are being painted, equipment is being arranged, and the staff is preparing to receive the children. However, behind the festive preparations hides a much more complex reality: a severe shortage of manpower has led to the fact that the baby class at the...

A head pharmacist and a colleague at the Glilot base have been arrested on suspicion of systematically stealing tens of thousands of medications intended for IDF soldiers and trading them on the black market. The prosecution will seek to extend their detention as the investigation continues.

In August 2026, an unprecedented 13% increase in violence against drivers was recorded compared to last year, marking the highest figure ever measured. Following a series of stabbings and assaults, the Drivers' Union of the National Labor Federation is demanding the immediate deployment of security units: "The time has come for immediate preventive actions."

Dozens of suspects have been arrested in recent days, alongside a series of police raids in which significant quantities of weaponry were seized. During one of the operations, an arms cache was found inside a 'shig' — a tent for settling clan disputes. Despite the extensive activity, the struggle against the reality of crime in the Negev is far from over.

The injured man was treated by MADA teams and evacuated by helicopter to Rambam Hospital in Haifa while suffering from injuries. A 24-year-old suspect, a resident of the village, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of attacking the victim. He was transferred for further questioning at the station, and the police are expected to request an extension of his detention in court.

A particularly sophisticated method using artificial intelligence displays fake ads in collaboration with leading banks and performances by superstar artists; customers have already been harmed, and banks were forced to issue an unusual warning.

A serious indictment was filed against Eliyahu Ganah from Netanya for a series of indecent acts against women. According to the indictment, after being released to house arrest, he violated the conditions, went out on his motorcycle, and attacked 10 women in a single day. The prosecution is requesting his continued detention until the end of the proceedings.

The wife of Eyal Nagar, who was arrested along with the head of the crime syndicate from the south, has been released from custody under restrictive conditions. She is suspected of financial crimes in a case involving racketeering and the takeover of food delivery services in Ashdod. "Her children are currently without a father and mother figure," the court stated.