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Astronomers have discovered S301, a star orbiting the black hole at the center of the Milky Way at a speed reaching about 25,000 km/s. Researchers hope that with its help, they will be able to test Einstein's theory and measure the rotation of the black hole.

According to reports, the commander of the Pakistani armed forces is expected to return to Tehran in the coming days with the goal of restarting mediation between the US and Iran. Within Iran, there are those calling for an end to the conflict as well as belligerent messages.

A new study has discovered that dozens of animal species are capable of breaking down PHA, a type of natural plastic produced by bacteria. Researchers estimate that this ability has existed for hundreds of millions of years and may change the understanding of the carbon cycle in nature.

Former senior Turkish naval officer Cem Gürdeniz warns of a total conflagration reminiscent of the eve of World War II. According to him, the campaign will immediately spill over into the maritime arena, change the regional balance, and drag in another player.

After Ukraine increased attacks against economic targets in Russia, Putin threatened to strike its "most sensitive sectors." At the same time, Macron promised Zelensky to accelerate shipments of missiles and defense systems to Kyiv.

Hasan Piker claimed that Jewish institutions and American Jews identified with Israel are creating a dangerous situation for the community themselves - and argued that "eventually" they will be harmed: "I don't know how people don't understand how dangerous this situation is."

Three teachers who left the education system and returned to teaching years later, even to the same school where they worked in the past, explain what caused them to leave, what brought them back, and how much they are looking forward to the start of the upcoming school year.

Jerusalem is furious over the positions of Ambassador Tom Burke, who condemned the strike in Syria and demanded that Turkey be included in Gaza. Now a political source admits: it was decided to stop transferring intelligence to him.

Iran is looking for an achievement that will return it to the negotiating table from a position of strength, Donald Trump is testing the limits of pressure, and Israel is preparing for another round. At the same time, the Houthis are signaling escalation against Saudi Arabia, and tensions in Europe are rising.

Folic acid is one of the most important supplements in preventive medicine, especially for women before and during early pregnancy, because it reduces the risk of neural tube defects. But for specific people, uncontrolled intake can hide an important deficiency.

A new study by Harvard researchers, which examined nearly 13 million death certificates and over 500 professions, found that pilots and flight attendants stood out in mortality rates from radiation-related cancers. The researchers emphasize: no causal link has been proven.

Arie Gottlieb, 76, who was convicted of severe sex offenses against a complainant who was 11 years old at the time of the acts, died at the "Magan Nitzan" detention center. The Israel Prison Service (IPS) stated that a team has been appointed to examine the circumstances of his death.

The American blockade is reducing oil exports from Iran and weakening its direct influence on the market, but fears of disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to drive up oil and diesel prices.

Shin Bet chief David Zini has finalized his decision not to provide state security for former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot, despite ongoing threats. The 'Yashar!' party chairman's staff claims the refusal is driven by political considerations.

Shoresy, an ice hockey player with a foul, crude, and loud mouth, gets a chance to save a failing team. Not every viewer will digest this wild comedy, but those who fall in love with the character are in for an experience.

Retired Colonel Douglas Macgregor claims he recommended to Donald Trump to remove nuclear weapons from Turkey, describes Ankara's status in NATO as fragile, and makes an unusual claim: Pakistan promised Turkey nuclear weapons if needed.

From an Iranian threat to British bases to a Turkish ultimatum against a European electricity project: The analysis of a senior admiral reveals how Cyprus has been drawn into the heart of the regional storm.

Following several days without targeted strikes in the Gaza Strip, the IDF eliminated Sharif al-Hasanat, a Hamas company commander involved in restoring underground infrastructure and planning terror attacks. Two additional incidents were recorded near the 'yellow line' over the past 24 hours.

Senior regime officials in Tehran are increasing pressure on Gulf states hosting American forces: an Iranian parliament member warned Qatar, Kuwait, and the UAE, while Qalibaf called for establishing a new regional security order independent of Washington.

The District Planning and Building Committee is set to discuss the expansion of Beit Shemesh east of Highway 10. KKL (Jewish National Fund) opposes the development of sensitive green areas, arguing the city can reach 550,000 residents without environmental damage.

A young man in his 20s was shot at a gas station near Kibbutz Magen and arrived independently at Soroka Hospital in light condition. Police estimate the background is criminal, and the Eshkol Regional Council was quick to reassure: this is not a security incident.

With five luxury assisted living complexes and growing demand, "Ad 120" CEO Tomer Rosenberg explains how the longevity model is changing the field: "I don't expect anyone to live to 120, but to live in the best way possible."

MacKenzie Scott returns to literature after 13 years with a dystopian novel about a divided America, a fascist takeover, and two presidents with wild and bizarre sex lives. This time, she is skipping Amazon and publishing the book for free on Substack.

Three countries that are candidates for membership in the European Union did not adopt the latest round of sanctions against Tehran. In Iran, they are celebrating the crack in the front, but in Brussels, they see this as a sign of deeper political gaps.

More than a year after the Israeli attack on the South Pars gas field, Iran announces that it has completed 70% of the restoration at the Phase 14 refinery. The facility, which is vital to the Iranian energy sector, is expected, according to them, to return to full operation by the end of the year.

Spanish police arrested five suspects, presumably affiliated with criminal organizations, who were working to illegally smuggle Moroccan migrants from Ceuta to the Cadiz area, while exploiting the severe migration crisis that has struck Spain.

A new study found that employees working from home reported higher well-being and left their jobs at a lower rate than office employees. No evidence was found that remote work harms communication between staff.

The special election to replace the resigned Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell did not yield a particularly surprising result. Aisha Wahab, the first Muslim in the California Senate, defeated moderate Democrat Melissa Hernandez.

Ukraine is asking Elon Musk to allow the use of Starlink on drones that will attack missile launchers deep inside Russia. The request comes against the backdrop of a shortage of Patriot interceptors and the intensification of Russian missile attacks.

The British Department for Education is investigating four schools operated by a Muslim charity after an individual identified with the organization was charged in the US with transferring funds to Hamas. The organization claims the suspect had no connection to the schools.

The war between the US and Israel against Iran has severely hit Qatar's revenues from gas exports, leading to a cut of up to 30% in government budgets and about 85% in foreign aid. The IMF predicts that its economy will shrink by 8.6% this year.

A lawsuit against an AI company owned by Elon Musk raises a philosophical question that we will have to deal with in the AI era, with hundreds of billions of dollars at stake.

Get in the car and drive on Highway 40 towards the Negev. You won't believe what awaits you in this perfect region: hospitality tents, hiking trails, family farms, and off-road tours that will remind you that it's worth stopping a bit on the way to Eilat.

Rotem Shefy launches her first album under her original name and talks in the "7 Boom" column about the Led Zeppelin performance that changed everything and the reason she is reaching out to colleagues: "Dudu Tassa, Berry Sakharof, Peer Tasi, Alma Gov - you are invited to contact me privately."

He smashed windows of newsrooms, left threatening letters in the style of "eventually someone will die," and claimed during interrogation that "demons and spirits" controlled him. A dive into the criminal past and motives of Avraham Hadi — the man who decided to settle scores with the media.

Tiberias is already looking towards 2030 and preparing for the possibility of a visit by the Pope and millions of pilgrims, but Mayor Yossi Nabaa knows that before the grand vision, he faces a city that is still struggling to regain its tourist status.

What do you do when the children spread their wings and the house empties? Dozens of couples in their second chapter, cancer survivors, and people who simply got tired of the routine meet at the "Couples Club" to prove that social life definitely does not end after age 50.

The climate crisis is expected to make food more expensive in Israel as well, but Dr. Michal Levy believes the country can ensure food security. In a special interview, she explains why a change in habits and nutritional education is required.

Police investigators already knew who the "authority man" was who was murdering elderly people in the Krayot, but they lacked the golden evidence to arrest him. In a nerve-wracking race against the clock, they concocted a daring psychological trap inside the police station.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul is criticizing the decisions of Mayor Zohran Mamdani, specifically the imposition of a special tax on luxury homes used as secondary residences. According to a report in The New York Times, the numerous reactions within the business sector have caused her concern.