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Larry Montes, 46, from the Bronx, is accused of attacking worshippers and vandalizing a Manhattan synagogue. Despite his antisemitic outbursts during the incident, his aunt claims he suffers from severe mental illness and has an obsession with Judaism.

34-year-old Iryna Terek heads the largest private defense company in Ukraine, responsible for the UAVs and missiles striking targets across Russia.

The extended deployment of the "Abraham Lincoln" is coming to an end amid controversy in the US over living conditions, the mental health of the sailors, and the growing burden on the Navy.

Dr. Jonathan Reiner, the cardiologist who accompanied former US Vice President Dick Cheney, addressed Donald Trump's health condition in an opinion piece he published. Among other things, he referred to instances where Trump appeared to struggle to stay awake at events.

From the massacre of Italian soldiers in Kefalonia to the rescue of the Jews of Zakynthos and the destruction of the Corfu community: a journey through the Greek islands reveals a forgotten chapter of the Holocaust – and raises questions about alliances, responsibility, and choice in moments of testing.

The Donald Trump administration granted Israel historic backing and unlimited credit to defeat Hamas, but Jerusalem chose once again to stall, pursue partial agreements, and engage in fruitless diplomacy. Now, the price is becoming clear: a return to the same dangerous conception.

The world already understands that the problem is not just the price, but the consumer's ability to understand what they are getting in return. Manufacturers, for their part, identify a growing demand for smaller packages, and in the middle is the consumer, who continues to buy mainly based on price, brand, and memory.

If we want to preserve the democratic decision, we must ensure that voters' votes are not lost due to the lack of a merger between lists, and that Knesset members do not resign from their faction in exchange for benefits.

The day of the passing of Rabbi Avraham Yitzhak HaCohen Kook calls upon us to hold a discussion on the path of Religious Zionism today and on the attitude toward the state and secularism.

Between the cafes, the butcher shop, and the fish store: a tour of the Mahane Yehuda market in Jerusalem with various voices — from right-wing voters who do not hide their criticism of the current government, to parliament members hoping for a turnaround.

Much like Hollywood, party leaders in Israel are casting their lists – but here it is unclear what the script is.

The abuse of young soldiers on IDF bases did not arise in a vacuum.

In a special interview with the "Maariv" podcast, attorney Ofer Bartal reveals the shock that gripped the defense team when they first listened to the conversations between the former Prime Minister and his chief of staff. And also: the heavy price of becoming a state witness.

According to a report by Erem News, based on Yemeni sources, Tehran has helped for years to turn the Houthis from a local force into an organization equipped with long-range missiles and UAVs, alongside smuggling networks and ties that extend beyond Yemen's borders.

The police acted professionally when they called Interpol following Meli and Liel Yahalomi, but the public was left with a bitter taste. The two staged a disappearance due to marginal debts, while real missing persons have been languishing for years without a clue.

The IDF continues to pressure Hezbollah on the Ali-Taher ridge and has struck headquarters of Badr and Radwan, but prefers to keep a low profile so as not to push Iran into action. In Gaza, targeted killings have resumed with Netanyahu's approval, and in the West Bank, criticism is directed at the political echelon.

Yehuda Poliker revealed that he is dealing with pulmonary fibrosis, uses oxygen, and sometimes finds it difficult to walk even a few steps. Despite the fear and medication, the 75-year-old singer clarifies that he has no intention of leaving the stage.

Following record-breaking rainfall in Jerusalem and the Judean Desert, local rain and thunderstorms are expected tomorrow, primarily in the east, with a continued risk of flash floods. Police are on high alert, and the Nature and Parks Authority has prohibited entry into flowing riverbeds.

Shlomo Arnon served more than 700 days of reserve duty at Camp Shura and Sde Teiman, and recently collapsed following the traumatic experiences he witnessed. Now his family is fighting for him: "The state and the community need to give him a warm embrace."

Filmmaker Rami Kimchi debuts in prose with a collection exploring the prospects of romantic love in Israel. By centering on Mizrahi men outside of social margins, Kimchi weaves a narrative that blends psychology, tradition, modernity, and the history of the Zionist project.

Chen Toledano-Alfi founded the children's and youth brand LIVO, inspired by her daughter's recovery from complex heart surgery. Today, the brand is making its mark on the back-to-school market with a focus on style and innovation.

Unlike the participants of "Married at First Sight", Kipush and I will celebrate our 13th wedding anniversary this week. We are a family, we have a lovely son, and she knows: without her I am nothing and zero.

October 7th proved that the conflict between Israel and the Palestinians is not about territorial disputes, but about the Islamist refusal to accept the very existence of a Jewish state.

A small mistake we made while checking the findings of an election poll, which shuffled the cards for several parties, taught us to better formulate what we know and what we do not know. Israel received this week another reminder from its neighbors of what we do know.

Not a secret cartel and not a conspiracy: a system of regulation, entry barriers, centralization, and interest groups maintains the high cost of living in Israel. From supermarkets and banks to cars and housing — this is how the "economic deep state" operates.

An IDF tank hit a Hamas explosive device in the southern Gaza Strip with no casualties, and two terrorists who crossed the 'Yellow Line' were eliminated. Simultaneously, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu resumed approving targeted killings after about two weeks of stricter restrictions.

Workers in Belgium just wanted to lay a sewer pipe under a former brewery — and then discovered coins and gold bars worth $10.4 million. The police took the treasure to a safe, and the workers were left with the hope of a reward.

A senior Iranian parliamentarian warns that the economy has shrunk by 3% and that continued deficit financing could lead to hyperinflation. At the same time, wage delays, strikes, and American pressure are deepening the crisis.

Between folk-rock, neuroscience, computers, and basketball in Liga Alef, Yifat Netovich doesn't stop for a moment. Three years after leaving the religious lifestyle, she is dedicating herself to music, performing across the country, and clarifies: on the way to Caesarea, one still stops at the Barby.

Three IDF soldiers were seriously wounded by an explosive drone strike on the Ali al-Tahar ridge in southern Lebanon and were evacuated to Rambam Hospital. The IDF struck a central Hezbollah headquarters, eliminating a Radwan Force commander who used his family as human shields.

A Florida event hall canceled hosting a political conference due to the participation of American-Palestinian Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib. The storm illustrates the deepening rift within the Democratic Party over US-Israel relations.

The school year is approaching, and it's time to gear up: from headphones that translate and summarize lessons to a tablet with 'armor' — here are eight gadgets to make a student's life more comfortable.

Israelis are world champions at vacationing around the globe. What makes us feel good about ourselves specifically abroad? The fact that beyond the understandable need to relax from the news, most of us have solid financial backing.

"Maariv" pollster, Dr. Menachem Lazar, analyzed the results of the latest mandate poll - five mandates are "burned" by parties that do not pass the electoral threshold, and the sector from which a major drama is expected.

Due to a combination of negligence, blindness, and populism, Israel is losing the ability to deal with terror. The new stage in the war of consciousness against us comes from both the right and the left, and Jewish terror only fuels it.

The 2026 election campaign has birthed a long list of parties and figures seeking to capture the center of the political map. There are those who call them in polls and newspapers the 'third bloc' — well, that is not the case.

Donald Trump, through his envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, is working on a plan to rehabilitate Iran and return it to the 'family of nations.' The President is also harboring a dream of an official visit to Tehran, which he calculates would earn him a Nobel Peace Prize.

Chaim Broyda, Mayor of Ra'anana, after closing the city's first 'roof agreement' and a little more than two months before the national elections, explains to 'Maariv' why he blew up the ceremony with the Minister of Construction and declares: "Even the most senior figure is not above the law."

The war against Iran has exposed heavy pressure on US interceptor stockpiles: arms giants are trying to produce cheaper and faster missiles, alongside integrating small companies that offer low-cost alternatives. Lockheed and Boeing are already presenting budget-friendly solutions.

Turkey has positioned itself as a global host for Hamas commanders, Russian intelligence officers, Iranian agents, and also NATO diplomats. The organization of the assassination attempt on Trump should not have surprised anyone - but it is time for the US to stop being complacent.