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A new study has found that catching up on sleep on weekends is beneficial for the body. Experts suggest that an extra 1 hour and 27 minutes of sleep is the ideal amount to reduce health risks.

About 60% of children suffering from food insecurity are not included in the Ministry of Education's feeding program. The main reason is the lack of budget among weaker local authorities.

The State Attorney's Office has indicted former senior Tax Authority official Shimon Cohen. He is charged with concealing income, tax evasion, and money laundering totaling 29 million shekels.

Thailand is reducing the visa-free stay period for Israeli tourists from 60 to 30 days. The new regulations take effect on September 15 and aim to balance tourism promotion with security and entry control.

While Education Minister Yoav Kisch promotes AI in schools, research shows that 76% of teachers lack the necessary pedagogical knowledge, and actual classroom integration remains low.

The special education budget in Israel has increased by 2.5 billion shekels, reaching 26.5 billion in 2026. The number of students in the system has grown by 8.8%, significantly outpacing the growth rate of the general education system.

A study by the Manor Center has revealed a significant budgetary gap between state schools and the state-religious (Hamad) education system, with Hamad high school students receiving an average of 10,000 shekels more annually.

A massive fraud case involving the beverage company BLU and its owner Anan Shamshum is heading toward indictments. The scheme, which cost the state treasury hundreds of millions of shekels, centered on falsifying beverage container recycling reports.

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new drug, Rasonque, for the treatment of advanced pancreatic cancer. Experts believe this development could significantly improve outcomes for patients facing this deadly disease.

United Airlines has announced the resumption of direct flights between San Francisco and Tel Aviv starting March 28, 2027. The route will operate three times weekly as part of the airline's largest international network expansion.

Following the arson of eight luxury cars in Rishon LeZion, Migdal Insurance refused to pay compensation, citing a "human error" in the policy wording.

Sources involved in the "Floodplain" project at Ariel Sharon Park warn that the budget for the drainage system's maintenance has not been secured. The system is a critical component for preventing flooding in the Ayalon area.

The author calls for an educational reform where special needs funding is attached to the child rather than the institution, turning students into sought-after opportunities for schools.

Billionaire Bill Ackman has announced the launch of the Ackman Oxman Institute (AOI) in New York. The decision follows the severe brain hemorrhage suffered by his 26-year-old daughter, Lucy, earlier this year.

The founder of the Chinese real estate giant Evergrande, Hui Ka Yan, has been sentenced to life in prison for fraud and bribery. The court also ordered the confiscation of his assets and imposed multi-billion yuan fines on the company.

Documents obtained by the Ometz organization have revealed an unprecedented scale of nepotism within the Israel Police. Brigadier General Ronen Ovadia holds the record, with 22 relatives serving in the force.

An anarchy of hundreds of organizations providing PTSD treatment has emerged in Israel since October 7. Experts warn that the lack of uniform standards and professional oversight poses significant risks to patients.

An experimental personalized cancer vaccine for melanoma from Merck and Moderna has shown positive preliminary results in its first late-stage trial. The combination therapy significantly extended the time patients lived without recurrence.

An experimental personalized cancer vaccine from Merck and Moderna has shown positive preliminary results in a Phase 3 trial. The combination therapy significantly reduced the risk of melanoma recurrence.

A trial against Meta has begun in a California federal court, with 29 states accusing the company of designing addictive social media platforms and violating children's privacy laws.

Disney has filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration's FCC, alleging a campaign of retaliation against ABC stations and a violation of First Amendment rights.

The Haifa District Court has canceled the Kiryat Yam Municipality's demand for 1.245 billion shekels in development levies from Rafael, ruling that the underlying calculations were flawed.

In addition to congestion at Ben Gurion Airport, passengers are now facing long waits inside aircraft before departure. Airlines, fearing the loss of their takeoff slots, often begin boarding on schedule even when delays are anticipated.

Israir has announced that it will begin selling tickets for its new New York route next Tuesday. The first flights are scheduled for October 19, 2026, pending final approval from U.S. aviation authorities.

The largest trial in the series of "addiction lawsuits" against social media platforms begins today in California. 29 US states are suing Meta, alleging that Facebook and Instagram were designed to addict young users, with potential penalties reaching $1.4 trillion.

Bank Leumi has filed a 26.6 million NIS lawsuit against Meta in the Tel Aviv District Court, alleging the systematic distribution of fraudulent ads on Facebook and Instagram that impersonate the bank.

Chemi Peres, co-founder of the Pitango fund, presented a concept for Israel's development based on innovation and mutual responsibility. He emphasized the importance of preparing for future crises by strengthening civil society institutions.

The National Taxi Drivers Union is demanding that the Ministry of Transport allow taxis to travel for free on new express lanes and remove restrictions on using all public transport lanes.

The Tel Aviv Regional Labor Court has approved a class action lawsuit against Israel's four health funds. The plaintiffs argue that the exemption from supplementary health insurance (SHABAN) premiums for large families violates the principle of equality.

The Ministry of Economy has reopened an anti-dumping investigation into medical cannabis imports from Canada after a previous attempt was closed due to a procedural error. The move has sparked sharp protests from chambers of commerce and patient advocacy groups.

600 kindergarten teaching assistants will participate this year in a program to earn academic degrees in education. Each participant will receive a scholarship of 6,000 shekels per academic year.

Business municipal tax (Arnona) in Israel is 40% higher than the OECD average, directly fueling the cost of living. The author argues that authorities must demonstrate efficiency before requesting further hikes.

Ben Gurion Airport has experienced an exceptionally busy week, with takeoffs 31% above the three-month average and flight delays up by 24%. Passengers face long queues and significant wait times for baggage.

Relocation is an idea that often sounds particularly tempting, but it is worth considering that adapting to a new country is not always easy or fast. The InterNations website has ranked the ten most recommended countries for moving for work purposes.

A Wyoming woman is suing Elon Musk's xAI, alleging her stepfather used the Grok chatbot to generate thousands of sexualized images of her based on childhood photos.

For the first time, the Independent Education network of Agudat Yisrael has agreed to participate in national and international assessment tests. This follows years of pressure from the Ministry of Finance and the Attorney General.

The French Supreme Court has overturned a ban on social media access for those under 15, ruling it infringes on freedom of expression. The government plans to draft a new bill to implement the reform by 2027.

For the first time since 2020, there are no three Israeli universities in the top 100 of the prestigious Shanghai Ranking. The Technion has fallen out of the top 100, while the Weizmann Institute and the Hebrew University have maintained their positions.

The Haifa Magistrate's Court has ordered Netivei Israel to pay approximately 250,000 shekels to a scooter rider for injuries caused by poor road maintenance on Highway 70.

French airline Transavia France has announced it is moving its return to Israel forward. Instead of the previously scheduled September 8 date, the company will resume flights at the end of August.