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A farmer in the Indian state of Bihar captured a 1.5-meter-long crocodile in a rice field and, finding the local forest department office empty, carried the reptile on his shoulders to a police station.

A reserve officer traveled from Prague to Israel via a complex route after receiving an emergency call-up. The court ruled against the Ministry of Defense's refusal to reimburse him, criticizing the use of 'secret procedures' not found in the official bylaws.

A massive controversy has erupted in New York over demands to bar Mayor Zohran Mamdani from 9/11 memorial ceremonies. A petition calling for his absence has garnered over 60,000 signatures.

764 parents claimed their children were discriminated against and separated from Israeli students. The Supreme Court rejected the appeal as 47% of the children have already been integrated, but ordered the municipality and the state to pay 30,000 shekels in legal costs.

The Jerusalem District Court has ordered the Ministry of Religious Services to disclose the professional qualifications of religious council chairpersons. The ministry must provide the requested information within 30 days.

In-depth tours, personal meetings, and local food — the "Na'im Le'hakir" project aims to reduce alienation between different parts of Israeli society.

Rapper Yoav Eliassi, known as "HaTzel," denied being forcibly removed from his role as a standby squad commander. He stated that he chose to freeze his volunteer service on his own initiative.

The prestigious 2026 award was granted to the Sami Shamoon College of Engineering for the broad and consistent support system it provided to students and faculty members who took part in reserve duty. Prof. Yehuda Haddad: "A badge of honor and significant recognition of our activities."

Three months after land was allocated based on false claims, the religious community has been asked to collect hundreds of letters to manufacture a 'local need.' The Hiddush organization accuses the municipality of selling out secular residents for political deals.

Border Police officers uncovered a creative smuggling attempt at the Al-Jib crossing. The speaker's side was hidden behind a baby seat, and an illegal resident was found inside. The driver and the suspect were arrested, alongside about 460 other illegal residents caught in the last week.

The 27-year-old Haifa resident was last seen on July 13 and has been missing since. She is 1.65 meters tall, has a thin build, light hair, and green eyes. Anyone with information regarding her whereabouts is urged to contact the 100 emergency center or the Haifa police station.

A 24-year-old suspect allegedly posed as a minor to engage in sexual relations with a 13-year-old girl. The victim contacted the police herself, leading to the suspect's arrest. The court has extended his detention by three days.

The court has ruled on the case of protest activist Yishai Hadas regarding incidents at Balfour Street demonstrations. Hadas was acquitted of assault and breach of the peace charges but convicted of attempted malicious damage to property and criminal threats.

An indictment against a 48-year-old resident of Ramat Gan charges him with hacking his former partner’s phone and distributing her private footage. It is further alleged that he edited an intimate photo of her by replacing her face with a pig’s face and published it on social media.

Police began an investigation this morning into an incident at a business currently under construction in the city. No casualties were reported.

Many Israelis choose Greece for their vacations, but poor planning can lead to disappointment. Travel writer Chantal Kinsey shares five major mistakes to avoid to ensure an authentic and comfortable experience.

The school year begins in September, but Knesset elections follow in October. The incoming Minister of Education will face long-neglected issues, ranging from a severe staffing crisis to deep sectoral inequalities.

It wakes you up in the morning, but a new and comprehensive study reveals that your favorite cup does much more than you thought - and specifically for one particularly important organ. And the big surprise: it also works in the decaf version.

Sexual abuse and harassment in mikvahs remain a painful and silenced issue in the Haredi sector. Victims describe a systemic lack of protection and supervision.

A fire broke out at the kosher restaurant "Noam". Eyewitnesses reported a person seen leaving the scene shortly after the flames erupted.

Former Central Bank of Lebanon governor Riad Salameh was arrested after failing to appear for questioning in a financial crimes case. Having served for 30 years, Salameh faces investigations in Lebanon and Europe and is widely seen as a symbol of the country's economic crisis.

Nirmal Purja, who broke the world climbing record, has died in Pakistan alongside nine other expedition members. The organizing company confirmed the tragedy, and his business partner stated that tracking data showed him being swept down the mountain.

MDA medics and paramedics were called to Neve Yam beach following a report of a drowning. The circumstances of the incident are under investigation, updates to follow.

Dana Ben Ari, star of 'New Love' and partner of the Maccabi Tel Aviv basketball player, Amit Abo, revealed a difficult night with her father in the hospital before the Sabbath: "I don't know how I'm standing on my feet at all."

Benjamin Friedrich is accused of taking a knife from the yeshiva kitchen, hiding it under his clothes, and stabbing Rabbi Amos Gueta four times. During his interrogation, he called him a "false messiah". At the request of his defense attorney, he was referred for a psychiatric evaluation.

Former US House member George Santos has been ordered to pay a $35,000 fine by the CFTC for manipulative betting on the "Kalshi" platform. He artificially inflated the value of a bet regarding his attendance at Donald Trump's State of the Union address before failing to show up.

The US Department of Justice has dropped criminal charges against former Olympic athlete David Hearn. New evidence confirmed that damage to the Lincoln Memorial's Reflecting Pool was caused by faulty contractor work, not vandalism.

Six months after the kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie, mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, Arizona police have released the full text of the ransom letters. The kidnappers, who demanded millions, later claimed the 84-year-old had died. The TV star is pleading for information on her mother's location.

A British funeral home director was sentenced to 20 years in prison after admitting to a series of horrific crimes committed over 12 years. He hid bodies in a warehouse, stole donation money, and distributed urns containing strangers' ashes to 50 families. "It's like going back to the darkest period of my life," testified a mother who discovered that her baby's ashes were thrown in a bag on the...

A civilian pilot for "Malaysia Airlines" was arrested at Jakarta airport after 26 kg of drugs were discovered in his suitcase. Indonesian authorities were stunned to discover that the pilot had flown the plane under the influence of cocaine and ecstasy. He now faces a possible death penalty after admitting he exploited lenient screening procedures.

Families of four teenagers who died by suicide have filed a lawsuit against Meta, TikTok, Snapchat, and YouTube. The plaintiffs allege that these platforms are knowingly addictive and ignore the harm caused to young users.

Adv. Sapir Pardo has been hired to represent the family. "The Israel Police will have to answer for the way this failed procedure is being managed," she stated, threatening legal action. Meanwhile, the family continues to search for the 23-year-old.

In Nagoya, Japan, a 29-year-old man fell from a 12-story building onto a 23-year-old female pedestrian walking on the sidewalk. The young woman died in the hospital, and the man is in serious condition.

A man in his 40s has been arrested on suspicion of throwing stones at the entrance of the News 12 offices and leaving a threatening letter targeting public figures and journalists. The investigation was conducted in cooperation with the Shin Bet, and a previously imposed gag order was lifted today.

The Central District Attorney's Office has filed an amended indictment against attorney Idan Dvir, adding a charge of attempted procurement for prostitution under aggravating circumstances. The court has ordered him to remain in custody until the end of the proceedings.

Dozens of vehicles will depart from Beit Shemesh to Jerusalem in a show of support for activists recently released from detention. The convoy will be accompanied by music and will stop at several points along the way. Among the participants are activists who are still under house arrest.

A severe indictment was filed at the Be'er Sheva District Court against a 41-year-old Ashkelon resident. The defendant committed severe sexual offenses against his daughter since she was 12.5 years old, and threatened to distribute an AI-generated nude photo of her. Additionally, he is accused of severe violence against his spouse and minor children.

A poster inciting against an Italian RAI broadcaster was hung at a radio station in Rome, protesting the coverage of the terror attack in Samaria where two IDF officers were murdered. The network's CEO condemned the act, comparing it to the darkest days in the country's history. Police have opened an investigation.

According to the investigation, an Ashdod resident set fire to several trash cans after receiving a municipal fine. Police officers from the Ashdod station located him shortly thereafter using witness testimonies and security camera footage.

Rabbi Chaim David Yosef Abarg’il, currently under house arrest following allegations of sexual misconduct, held a session for soldiers. The IDF stated he was invited at the request of a career soldier's wife who recently lost her child.