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The leader of the Conservative Party in the UK, Kemi Badenoch, defended her party's decision to allow Joshua Bonehill-Paine, a former neo-Nazi who was imprisoned for antisemitic harassment, to run in the local elections in the county of Somerset, according to a report in the 'Guardian'.

There are tasks that seem to have no real reason to be delayed: answering emails, paying bills, or scheduling a doctor's appointment. And yet, instead of starting, we find ourselves scrolling through social media or doing anything else. The feeling that remains afterwards is usually frustration, and sometimes guilt for not being able to start again.

Mexican influencer Cesar Gastelum was shot to death on Tuesday during a live broadcast. Gastelum, known for his comedy videos on TikTok, was streaming outside a fast-food restaurant in the city of Culiacan when two men on a motorcycle approached him and opened fire.

August is the peak of the tourist season, and Ben Gurion Airport is busy. But before standing in long lines, remember that Israel has hidden gems that offer an experience just as extraordinary as any trip abroad.

Police seized approximately eight kilograms of various drugs and 24,000 shekels in cash during a widespread enforcement operation in Jerusalem. Six suspects were arrested on suspicion of drug trafficking and possession.

On Wednesday, left-wing activists broke into the Religious Zionism party headquarters in Shoham. Protesters from the "Standing Together" organization barricaded the entrance and displayed "blood on the hands" imagery. Party staff were instructed to remain inside the offices for their safety.

What was supposed to be a week of family celebrations in one of the most beautiful destinations in Italy turned into a jarring experience that left them with a sense of humiliation and pain. About 30 family members, who arrived in Sardinia to celebrate the 70th birthday of one of the family members, reunited from all over the world. It involves eight families – three from Israel, three from...

It turns out the kitchen sponge is the most bacteria-laden object in the house, carrying more germs than a toilet handle. Research shows that regular dish soap doesn't clean it, but simply redistributes bacteria.

The Supreme Court has issued a temporary order freezing budget transfers for ultra-Orthodox education approved by the Knesset Finance Committee, citing procedural flaws.

The Association for Civil Rights in Israel announced on Wednesday that it has filed a petition with the Supreme Court against the Ministry of Education and Minister Yoav Kisch. Representing both Jewish and Arab educators, the organization is demanding the immediate cessation of the advisory committee tasked with handling incitement within the education system.

Within minutes of a minor fall from his surfboard, a man in his 30s lost the ability to move his legs. This shocking case, detailed in the 'BMJ Case Reports' journal, has brought attention to a rare condition known as 'surfer's myelopathy'.

A Malaysia Airlines pilot was arrested last July in Indonesia after being caught smuggling a massive quantity of hard drugs. It is suspected that the 39-year-old pilot used drugs while flying a plane with 170 passengers on board, putting their lives at risk.

The Religious Zionism party reported that left-wing activists violently entered its headquarters. Protesters from the "Standing Together" organization barricaded the entrance while chanting slogans.

A fatal road accident occurred on Tuesday evening on Highway 80 near the Tel Arad junction, involving a truck and a private vehicle. A man in his 50s was pronounced dead at the scene, while two others were evacuated to Soroka Hospital for further treatment.

Health authorities on Long Island in the USA issued a warning to the public on Tuesday regarding a rare and potentially fatal disease transmitted by ticks, after three probable cases of tularemia — a severe illness known as 'rabbit fever' — were discovered and reported by the Suffolk County Department of Health.

The Israel Ministry of Health warns against consuming 'Magic Honey,' also marketed as 'Honey for Weight Loss,' after laboratory tests confirmed it contains sibutramine, a banned substance linked to severe health complications.

The Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Environmental Protection are warning travelers and local authorities against entering nine streams and water sites in the north, after sampling conducted on Monday revealed abnormal levels of fecal coliform bacteria. The peak was measured at the Haruv pool in the Tzalmon stream — 3,700 bacteria per 100 milliliters of water.

Security forces arrested two suspects in the Bedouin village of Bir Hadaj on Tuesday for vandalizing a memorial to the late IDF soldier, Sergeant Yehuda Peretz, in the settlement of Retamim. The arrests follow an investigation into an incident that occurred last month.

Journalist Jamie Waters from the Wall Street Journal decided to test the trend taking over gyms and offices: swapping daily coffee for energy drinks. Over the course of a week, he consumed 16.5 cans, and the experiment completely changed his perspective on his morning brew.

Following a series of disasters that have recently struck the ultra-Orthodox public, the Chief Rabbinate recalls the call of the Chief Rabbi of Israel, Gaon Rabbi Kalman Meir Bar, to strengthen awareness of safety rules and to exercise extra caution in every home and institution. The Rabbinate emphasizes that maintaining safety rules is an integral part of the value of the sanctity of life, and...

Many Israelis are already starting to book their Rosh Hashanah vacations, but a price check shows that even for the same destination and dates, costs can vary significantly. Choosing one airline over another can save a family tens or even hundreds of dollars. A check conducted by C14 on Tuesday revealed gaps of tens of percent for identical routes.

US authorities have arrested a 37-year-old man on suspicion of igniting one of the destructive wildfires currently raging in Washington state. Aaron F. Prinachi is being held on a $1 million bond.

For the first time in US history, two people have died from cyclosporiasis in Michigan, the US Department of Health announced on Monday. This follows a record surge in cases linked to contaminated lettuce, which was later identified in products sold at the fast-food chain Taco Bell.

A heavy tragedy struck the ultra-Orthodox community this evening (Monday) with the death of 21-year-old Meir Shaar, a top student at the Ponevezh Yeshiva in Bnei Brak, who died when his side-by-side vehicle overturned near Neve Erez. Shaar had become engaged only last week and was preparing for his wedding.

In the United States, a large-scale outbreak of cyclosporiasis has been keeping health authorities busy in recent weeks. According to the CDC, since the beginning of May there have been reports of more than 1,600 laboratory-confirmed cases and more than 5,000 additional cases are under investigation. The FDA and the CDC are investigating a possible link to Iceberg Lettuce imported from Mexico.

Moments of terror occurred on Monday afternoon at a cafe in Mishmar HaSharon, after a private vehicle drove onto the sidewalk, smashed through the storefront, and entered the premises. Eyewitnesses report that the incident miraculously resulted in no injuries, as two women sitting near the point of impact managed to escape just seconds before the collision.

Over the past year, 20-year-old Veronica from Be’er Sheva has been coping with severe mental and physical challenges. After their home was destroyed by a rocket and she was later injured in a hit-and-run, their family dog became a vital source of support. Yesterday, the dog was stolen from their home, and Veronica and her mother have been searching for her nonstop.

An exceptionally rare medical case was documented last week at the Wolfson Medical Center, when a 40-year-old woman from Holon was diagnosed with an ectopic pregnancy that developed in the liver, one of the rarest conditions in gynecology. According to a review of medical literature conducted by the team that treated her, this is one of only 47 cases documented worldwide in more than six decades.

While the Israel Police is dealing with a heavy workload of tasks, criminal incidents, and crime challenges, it turns out that in recent days the police leadership went on a team-building retreat in the north. The Police Commissioner decided to take the superintendents for two days of joint activities at a holiday village in the north, with the program including: cooking workshops, sports...

Ahead of the filing of an indictment against the four suspects in the assault on a soldier and the theft of his weapon in Susiya, the soldier who was attacked was summoned today (Monday) to provide additional testimony, at the request of the Military Prosecution.

Officers from the Shuafat police station in the Jerusalem District have concluded their investigation into a 45-year-old East Jerusalem resident. The suspect is accused of stalking his ex-partner, attaching a tracking device to her vehicle, and violating a court-issued protection order.

Internal correspondence from the State Attorney's Office reveals how the investigation into former MK Michael Ben-Ari was accelerated ahead of the 21st Knesset elections, leading to his disqualification.

The use of weight loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro raises questions for women of reproductive age. A new international consensus document published in Obesity Reviews provides the first practical guidelines for patients and doctors.

As part of a C14 report series, we visited the "Or Ahuvia" hill near Ofra, where a group of girls aged 16–21 have established a home, balancing national service, studies, and a life dedicated to the ideals of the complete Land of Israel.

A 77-year-old Florida mail carrier was arrested after authorities discovered over 100 animals kept in squalid, feces-filled conditions inside her home without air conditioning.

Likud MK Hanoch Milwidsky launched a sharp attack today, Sunday, against MK Sharren Haskel in an interview with Boaz Golan, focusing on the affidavit she submitted to the Supreme Court amid her struggle to split from the National Right (Yamin Mamlakhti) faction.

On World Lung Cancer Day, experts at Ziv Medical Center highlight the dangers of this disease. Despite medical advancements, mortality remains high due to late-stage diagnosis.

The Magen David Adom (MDA) and Fire and Rescue Services reported a fatal road accident today, Sunday, on Highway 98 near Kibbutz Afik in the southern Golan Heights. The collision between two private vehicles resulted in the death of a 35-year-old man and left nine others injured.

Austin Franco, a Cornell University student who refused a job interview claiming he is "not interested in working for a Jew," has been kicked out of his home by his parents. He requested support on X, stating his parents do not share his views, and reaffirmed that he stands by his antisemitic remarks.

Three suspects, residents of the south in their 20s, were arrested in Ashkelon after detectives from the city's special investigation unit stopped the vehicle in which they were traveling. The operation was carried out as part of a proactive fight against crime, and the suspects were transferred for questioning.