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Hundreds of residents in Kafr Qara attended the funeral of seven-year-old Siham Said Abu-Ful, who died after being struck by a work vehicle. Her father expressed his profound grief, stating that the pain of her loss is indescribable.

Police, fire, and security forces are currently working to contain a large fire that broke out in an open area near the community of Giva'ot. Following thick smoke and danger to residents, authorities ordered the immediate evacuation of the first line of houses. The 'Elad' squadron's firefighting aircraft joined the ground efforts, and a joint command post was established in the field under police...

The upcoming weekend will be characterized by comfortable weather, relatively mild for the season. On Friday morning it will be partly cloudy, but during the day it will clear up and become pleasant. There will also be another slight drop in temperatures, mainly in mountainous areas and inland, and they will be normal for the season, alongside a noticeable relief in heat stress.

Twenty national service girls from the Volunteering Association began their service this week at the "ALYN - Beit Noam" organization. 19-year-olds Shani, Kena, and Tehila chose to continue for a second year of challenging work. "They show what true national resilience is."

In Bnei Brak, they have moved from blocking a street in a mixed neighborhood to a total ban on entry with dumpsters - and in pashkevilim (posters) they rule: "It is forbidden to rent to secular people". In Safed, people arrive from other cities for protests against buses that do not even pass through the city, and in Jerusalem, the entrance to the capital has been blocked. Residents facing these...

Several dozen protesters gathered at the corner of Ben Gurion Boulevard and Allenby Street to protest against Israel's activities in Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon, and Syria. The protesters held signs in three languages and chanted slogans, including calls for a free Palestine. Dozens of police vehicles arrived in the area and forces were deployed near the demonstration.

The section of the street where the family of observer Shay Ashram, who fell in battle at Nahal Oz, lived will bear her name. The street commemorates Hanna Avrech, who also fell at the age of 19. The Avrech family gave their blessing to the commemoration initiative.

As the third school year begins without her, the parents of the 12-year-old girl reveal the painful truth behind their meeting with the President and accuse the authorities of failing to implement the dramatic promises made to them.

According to the family, moisture originating from the neighbor's apartment penetrated the infrastructure and led to the power cut. The elderly woman, who deals with diabetes and moves with a walker, was left without a refrigerator and air conditioning. Her son: "I just want my mother to live with dignity." The neighbor: "The issue is being handled and was never neglected."

A sign placed next to a lion statue in Rehovot, made from rocket debris, was removed following backlash over the inclusion of Defense Minister Israel Katz and Mayor Matan Dil's names. Residents, opposition members, and the artist himself criticized the move during the election period.

Despite official claims that the crisis is subsiding, residents of Netaim remain without water for the fourth consecutive day. Local officials and residents have criticized Mekorot's handling of the situation, citing a lack of effective action.

The Fire and Rescue Authority has launched the "Fire in the Eyes" pre-enlistment program to boost female representation in operational units. The program offers physical and mental training to help candidates pass the selection process. Reshef Yamit Aharon: "When I started, there were those who raised an eyebrow."

Four people were injured in an accident on Route 89 near Ma'ilya. The man and the child are suffering from head injuries. A 35-year-old woman and a one-year-old baby were moderately injured. The four were evacuated to the Galilee Medical Center in Nahariya.

A gradual cooling trend is expected over the coming weekend, bringing relief from the heat across the country. Starting Thursday, temperatures will begin to drop toward seasonal averages as morning clouds clear.

The Meteorological Service has issued red, orange, and yellow alerts for extreme heat stress expected tomorrow across the country. Here are the affected areas, critical timeframes, and expected conditions.

A brush fire has spread to both banks of the Yarkon River in Ramat Gan, and seven firefighting teams are operating on several fronts. Due to the proximity of the fire to the train tracks, train traffic in the area has been halted, and the public is requested to avoid arriving at the scene.

Naor, one of the founders of Kibbutz Gevim and a fighter in the Palmach's Negev Brigade, served as head of the Sha'ar HaNegev Regional Council and was only 29 years old when he was elected the first head of the Kiryat Gat local council. Over decades, he held a series of senior public positions and dedicated his life to developing the periphery. After losing his sight, he founded and managed, as a...

Despite improvements in public transport, CBS data show that over the last decade, Israelis have been abandoning its use in favor of private vehicles. Where are people more satisfied with the light rail — Gush Dan or Jerusalem, how many Israelis used a bus in the last year — and who enjoys broad trust from users | These are the details

Just a week and a half after the opening of the L3 line, Jerusalem's light rail network continues to expand. This morning, test runs began on the L4 line between the Gonenim and Gilo neighborhoods. The new line is designed to connect southern residential areas to the capital's employment and commercial hubs, moving toward a target of 600,000 daily passengers.

Today, Wednesday, will be fair after morning clouds dissipate. Temperatures will rise slightly, especially in mountain and inland areas, with an increase in heat load across the country.

Following a series of violent confrontations, the management of the Jerusalem cafe will decide whether to stop operations on Saturdays. The psychological toll is weighing on the management, who desire a quiet routine. Alongside the protests, dozens of customers have arrived every Saturday to support the cafe.

The CEO of the Water Authority warns of an extraordinary event not seen in 20 years, which caused an almost complete shutdown of the system. These are the steps taken to prevent damage to the supply to homes.

A private vehicle shattered the display window of a clothing store on Derech HaDarom. The truck driver was moderately injured, and two women inside the store sustained light injuries. MADA medics stated that the incident could have ended in a tragedy.

122 people were killed in traffic accidents between June and August—the highest figure in 22 years. Among the victims were 12 children under 14, a 50% increase compared to last year. August was the deadliest month of the year so far, with 44 fatalities.

The first day of school is usually a day for photos with a new backpack and great excitement. But for the families of police officers who fell on October 7, this morning also carries the memory of those who were supposed to be there. In the Southern District of the Israel Police, commanders decided to make accompanying these children part of their mission, personally attending school events across...

The school year at the "Ahavat Yisrael" school began with a ceremony dedicating a soccer field to the 7-year-old boy who was murdered in his home's yard. His brother Yosef kicked the first ball into the goal. His father Amos thanked the city management and noted that the place will express his son's joy of life.

The migration season opens these days with the passage of hundreds of thousands of European honey buzzards, making their way from the forests of Europe and Asia to wintering areas in Africa. The Society for the Protection of Nature explains: "They are among the first raptors to migrate, feeding mainly on raiding wasp nests." Later in the autumn, storks, pelicans, and tens of thousands of other...

Nitzan was in labor during the terrorists' infiltration into Sderot when Avi Ezra rescued her and her family from the city under fire on October 7. Almost three years later, the man who led them out of the city then will accompany her son, who was born the following day, to his first day of kindergarten.

Against the backdrop of the Shin Bet joining the search efforts for Haymanot Kasau, hundreds of students and teachers in Migdal HaEmek opened the school year with a powerful event that deeply moved the mayor.

The malfunction that lasted for hours yesterday has resumed. Water Authority: public gardening and agricultural activity will be reduced, supply to homes will continue.

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.

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."

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.

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.

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.

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.

After receiving direct threats that led to the assignment of personal security, Shunit Hemed shares the dramatic difficulties of living abroad, the fear of couriers arriving at the door, and the great confusion of their five daughters.

The school year will open in the Gaza Envelope communities with about 9% more students than on the eve of October 7. The increase in the number of students is taking place in parallel with the continued return of communities to Kissufim, Holit, and Kfar Aza. In Sderot, an increase of about 16% in the number of students was recorded.

A new study by experts from Tel Aviv University and HIT has mapped heat loads in the metropolis. The findings reveal where extreme gaps were measured and how the nature of construction affects the temperature in your neighborhood.