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Human rights organizations and the National Committee of Heads of Arab Local Authorities have petitioned the Supreme Court. They demand the cancellation of a 500 million shekel budget cut to the 'Takdum' program and its transfer to the Shin Bet.

The Central District Court in Lod has ruled that the acquisition of NSO was an "artificial transaction." The court determined that the loan financing structure was designed to evade 8.6 million dollars in dividend taxes.

Residents of the Tzufim settlement in Samaria have been issued demands to pay 5% of their land's current market value to register their properties. With costs reaching up to 90,000 shekels, many residents are protesting the unexpected financial burden.

Fadi Aboud, one of the most senior Arab professionals at Intel, discusses his journey in technology, overcoming cultural barriers, and the importance of role models for integrating Arab society.

X, owned by Elon Musk, has reached a settlement in its lawsuit against brands that boycotted the platform. While terms remain undisclosed, both parties announced a reset of their relationship.

A fire in the Sha'ar HaNegev industrial zone has shut down the Tapugan factory. The blaze destroyed approximately 6,000 tons of potatoes, though no product shortages are expected in stores.

On Monday, 400 bus drivers from the "Tnufa" company launched a wildcat strike protesting poor maintenance and wage uncertainty. Local authorities in Samaria and Jerusalem have demanded that the Ministry of Transport intervene and withdraw the company's operating lines.

The Kfar Saba Small Claims Court has ordered the Shufersal chain to pay 20,000 shekels in compensation to a customer after the store refused to honor advertised sale prices. The judge criticized the chain's conduct, calling it a systematic practice of misleading consumers.

Australian airline Qantas has completed the longest commercial passenger flight in history, lasting 24 hours and 24 minutes. The Airbus A350 covered 23,075 km without stopping.

The appeals subcommittee's decision regarding Mikve Israel does not truly open the complex to the public. Instead of a park, residents are offered only a restricted passage with limited access hours.

The Ministry of Education has frozen benefit payments to over 90,000 yeshiva students who are draft evaders, following a Supreme Court ruling. Representatives reported this to the Knesset Finance Committee.

According to a report by the Combat Antisemitism Movement, antisemitic content on social media goes viral nearly 7 times more frequently than other content, turning hate into a profitable business model.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is launching a project to recruit 300,000 "public diplomacy ambassadors" worldwide. Participants will be rewarded based on the reach of their pro-Israel content.

The Supreme Court has ordered the Rabbinate to approve chicken imports from Brazil within four months. The judges rejected further delays, signaling that the market must be opened to lower consumer prices.

Taiwanese police have arrested an Nvidia employee and searched the company's offices as part of an investigation into the suspected smuggling of chips to China. This marks the first legal action against an Nvidia staff member.

Former Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked provided open testimony to the Lahav 433 Fraud Investigation Unit regarding the Neve-Orenstein affair. The suspects are accused of bribery and breach of trust.

Incoming tourism to Israel plummeted by 75% in the first half of 2026 compared to pre-war 2023. The industry is facing a severe crisis due to security challenges and flight restrictions.

Israeli gaming company Papaya announced it will appeal a New York federal court ruling ordering it to pay $719 million to Skillz. The lawsuit involves allegations of misleading advertising and the use of bots in games.

The Registrar of Amutot has filed a petition to liquidate the 'Chance for a Drop of Happiness' organization. An investigation revealed that the entity was entirely fictitious and used to misappropriate funds from unsuspecting donors.

The Subcommittee for Appeals of the National Planning and Building Council has rejected four appeals against the new master plan for Mikveh Israel. The plan provides for a gradual opening of the area to pedestrians and cyclists.

The Israel Police is preparing a tender to replace motorcycles used by Yasam and detective units. The decision follows numerous complaints from officers regarding engine heat, electrical faults, and operational difficulties.

The director of the HCJ department at the State Attorney's Office, Aner Hellman, stated that the law exempting yeshiva students from arrest is invalid due to a flawed legislative process. The Supreme Court is currently reviewing petitions to strike down the law.

A malfunction in the Eurocontrol system in Brussels is expected to cause flight delays at Ben Gurion Airport. The Israel Airports Authority advises passengers to check for updates with their airlines.

The Israel Securities Authority (ISA) has launched an investigation into Netanel Group following the company's use of corporate funds to finance private events for controlling shareholder Aryeh Netanel. The firm has admitted to significant internal control failures.

A shareholder of Harel has filed a derivative lawsuit alleging that controlling shareholders used the company's office tower to memorialize their parents without providing compensation. The motion claims this constitutes an unauthorized interested party transaction.

An Aroma franchisee is suing the chain for 5 million shekels, claiming the company prevented him from selling his business due to permit issues. The lawsuit reveals details of the franchise pricing model.

The Ministry of Environmental Protection and the Yarkon Drainage and Streams Authority are demanding that the Rosh HaAyin municipality immediately halt the construction of a coffee cart near the local forest. Authorities warn that the project threatens a vital ecological corridor and local infrastructure.

Police have transferred the case of Elad Goldberg to the State Attorney's Office, recommending charges for fraud, breach of trust, and invasion of privacy. The investigation centers on allegations that he forcibly searched a subordinate's phone.

The Gold Real Estate Group is suing the Haifa Municipality for 58.5 million shekels due to a decades-long delay in advancing the 'Mordot Lincoln' housing project, which is planned for 2,850 apartments.

The Tel Aviv Magistrate's Court has reduced an administrative fine imposed on the crypto site Bitin by 90%. Judge Adi Hadar cited the Capital Market Authority's failure to perform basic investigative actions.

Effi Sandrov, the appointed administrator of the collapsed company Slice, has filed a request with the District Court to increase the lawsuit against Eshkol Guy Shanzer by 52.5%. The claim now includes ten additional defendants.

The summer holidays are in full swing, and temperatures in Europe are at their peak. If you are planning a trip to London, here are some suggestions for August and early September to make your stay unforgettable.

Flight prices for the Tishrei holidays remain relatively low as more Israelis book closer to departure dates. However, as the holidays approach, prices for popular destinations are starting to rise.

The Ministry of Transport has canceled its centralized tender for bus stop shelters, shifting responsibility to local authorities. This policy change aims to better address unique municipal requirements.

Yanki Deri, son of Shas chairman Aryeh Deri, holds a management position at the World Zionist Organization. A conflict of interest agreement reveals that three of his relatives serve on the organization's executive committee, which oversees his work.

The Israel Public Broadcasting Corporation (Kan) has joined the petition against the Broadcasting Law, requesting the Supreme Court to cancel a 25 million shekel budget cut, citing political interference.

A Magistrate's Court in Ramle dismissed a libel lawsuit filed by a police officer against a pub owner. The judge ruled that the officer abused his authority by seizing the citizen's phone without a warrant to gather evidence for a personal civil case.

Yaniv Moalem, convicted of running a fictitious invoice network that cost the state 65 million shekels, has been extradited from Panama. He had previously fled Israel to avoid a 10-year prison sentence.

A South Korean court has ordered the chairman of the SK conglomerate, Chey Tae-won, to pay his ex-wife, Roh Soh-yeong, 944 billion won ($644 million). The ruling marks the latest development in a high-profile divorce case that has captivated the nation for over a decade.

Shin Bet head David Zini's request to investigate a media leak mirrors Prime Minister Netanyahu's attempts to use state procedures for personal gain. Both share a clear hostility toward independent media.