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The Democratic Party in the United States has been undergoing a dramatic change in recent years. If in the past candidates were required to win the backing of the party leadership and mainstream media outlets to break into the national arena, today more and more progressive candidates are building an independent power base through podcasts, YouTube channels, social networks, and live broadcasts...

The seventh round of negotiations between Lebanon and Israel concluded in Rome after three days of meetings. Arab media report that Lebanon is disappointed after failing to reach an agreement on expanding pilot zones to new villages.

German media reported on Thursday that more than 100 people drowned in German waters in June alone, the highest figure in over 20 years. In total, at least 261 people have lost their lives in the first seven months of 2026, an increase of 15 compared to the same period last year.

MK Yoav Segalovitz, a former Deputy Minister of Public Security and a member of Yesh Atid since 2019, announced his resignation from the Knesset on Thursday evening. In his statement, he thanked party leader Yair Lapid and his colleagues for their partnership and work for the State of Israel.

Channel 14 News reported on Thursday about a storm within the student union following allegations of an attempt to fund a large-scale election campaign using student money. Union Chairperson Sivan Koren proposed a program including conferences and digital media activities, which opponents argue violates the union's bylaws by using public funds for political purposes.

Beitar Jerusalem met this evening (Thursday) with Austria Vienna for the first of two matches in the third qualifying round of the Conference League. About 1,200 fans accompanied the team to the home game in Romania. Almog Cohen started with the attacking trio of Shua, Weissman, and Atzili for the first time this season.

Researchers from Stanford University have achieved a scientific breakthrough by using artificial intelligence to design "from scratch" completely new viruses. The creation process utilized principles similar to those of advanced language models like ChatGPT.

The USA and Iran are attempting to resolve their conflict through diplomacy, with reports focusing on the Strait of Hormuz. It appears that Iran has successfully diverted Donald Trump's attention away from the critical nuclear site at Fordo Mountain, where activities remain ongoing.

An explosive device detonated today, Thursday, on a passenger bus in the city of Jaramana, a densely populated Druze-majority suburb near Damascus, according to Syrian state television. Initial reports indicate two deaths and 13 injuries.

The investigation into the death of Eldar Dayan is intensifying as police examine evidence of a potential assault. Authorities are awaiting forensic results to determine if a blow from a helmet caused a fatal skull fracture or if the victim succumbed to extreme heat conditions.

Likud Minister for Social Equality and the Advancement of the Status of Women, May Golan, commented on Thursday on Channel 14 correspondent Omri Haim's investigation, "Mansour Abbas, the Polite Jihad." Golan stated that the Ra'am chairman attacked her obsessively during the "change government" era, alleging that he and Naftali Bennett funneled billions without proper oversight.

The Security Cabinet is convening to discuss the continuation of fighting in the Gaza Strip. Israel has clarified that the 15-point 'roadmap' presented as part of international efforts is unacceptable in its current format, raising concerns over IDF freedom of action.

A moving meeting took place at the US Embassy in Jerusalem, where 12-year-old Amitai Perel from Atlit, who deals with autism, visited Ambassador Mike Huckabee. The boy stunned the diplomat with his phenomenal knowledge of history and international relations.

According to Channel 14 News, the security establishment fears there are dozens of undetected espionage cases involving Israeli citizens acting on behalf of Iran. Officials are concerned by a series of incidents, including cases involving reservists in sensitive positions.

The next election campaign is already heating up behind the scenes, as News 14 learned on Thursday that a new right-wing party is currently being formed. This is a significant political organization of well-known figures in the national camp, who aspire to present a fresh and high-quality alternative for right-wing voters.

Minister of Settlements Orit Strock (Religious Zionism) commented Thursday on the Channel 14 investigation "Mansour Abbas, the Polite Jihad." She stated that she and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich were the first to warn about the ties between Mansour Abbas, the Ra'am party, and the Islamic Movement.

Minister of Education Yoav Kisch was a guest on the "Weekend" program with Yaakov Bardugo on Channel 14 last Friday, and addressed the growing tension with university heads and the expected changes in the Council for Higher Education (CHE).

For decades, hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), better known as hyperbaric chamber treatment, has been used for specific medical conditions such as decompression sickness, carbon monoxide poisoning, chronic non-healing wounds, and radiation damage. In recent years, however, it has become one of the most intriguing fields in longevity medicine — the field concerned with extending healthy life years.

A large-scale series of performances took place for the first time this summer throughout the Binyamin Regional Council, alongside festivals and cultural events. The council reports that alongside local residents, visitors from Jerusalem and the center of the country also came to the performances and leisure complexes.

Will Europe's major football teams boycott the World Cup? The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has announced that it has lost confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino and does not rule out extreme measures. The acute crisis erupted following a secret plan by Infantino to sell stakes in the World Cup tournament to private investors.

Imagine you are going on a trip into nature, moving away from the city, and suddenly discover that you have no cellular reception. In emergency situations, the inability to communicate with the outside world can become an especially stressful and dangerous moment. Satellite connectivity provides the only reliable solution that can save lives and offer a real safety net.

Less than an hour after Israel's Ambassador to the UN and former minister Gilad Erdan announced the establishment of a new right-wing party, National Unity chairman Benny Gantz published a post that sparked interest in the political system. Gantz wrote: "Yuli, Gilad — good luck! I welcome you back to the arena and to joining the idea of the people of Israel's bloc and the establishment of a broad...

TikTok announced today (Thursday) the layoff of 250 employees and the closure of its offices in Nashville, Tennessee. As reported by The New York Times, the cuts affect, among others, the company's content moderation teams.

The Ministry of Health issued a warning today (Thursday) following inspections at the "Merkaz HaHalakot" chain. Laboratory tests of seized products identified several shampoos and hair straightening treatments that are not registered in the Ministry's database, rendering their sale illegal. Among the products flagged are PROTEIN + MINERAL PREMIUM HAIR STRAIGHTENING, Protein Mineral Premium Pre...

MK Zvika Fogel of the Otzma Yehudit party commented on Facebook regarding the investigation by our Arab affairs correspondent, Omri Haim, titled "Mansour Abbas - The Polite Jihad." Fogel praised the report and highlighted the importance of the struggle against the Islamic Movement for Israel's security.

For months I have been repeating the same statement: Israel is mistaken in its operational concept regarding Lebanon. We continue to fight Hezbollah as if it were a terrorist organization separate from the state, while in practice its influence on the power centers in Lebanon is deep and decisive. The paradox is even greater: on one hand, Israel is conducting negotiations with the Lebanese...

Firefighters from the Samaria regional station rescued a female driver trapped in a vehicle that overturned onto its roof in a traffic accident near Moshav Mechora in the Jordan Valley. Simultaneously, the teams worked to extinguish another vehicle that flew to the side of the road and caught fire. Magen David Adom (MDA) medics and paramedics provided medical treatment at the scene to 5 injured...

Iraqi security forces have raised the alert level across all bases and deployed counter-terrorism units toward Baghdad. Saudi media reports indicate that Iraqi soldiers are preparing to respond to potential security threats posed by Iranian proxy groups within the country.

Negotiations between West Ham and Tottenham regarding the sale of Manor Solomon have reached a deadlock due to financial disputes. West Ham, which was relegated to the lower division at the end of last season, is interested in paying about 5 million pounds for the player, but refuses to include in the contract the bonuses that Tottenham demands in the event of a return to the Premier League.

Minister of the Negev and Galilee Yitzhak Wasserlauf criticized the pilot project in southern Lebanon during an interview on the "Open Studio" program. He stated that he intends to present his conclusions regarding the project to the Security Cabinet.

The fear of automotive workers regarding robot replacement is becoming a reality. Major automakers BMW and Hyundai have announced plans to integrate AI-powered humanoid robots into their production lines, sparking fierce opposition from labor unions.

MK Almog Cohen commented on Thursday on a Channel 14 investigation regarding Ra'am party chairman Mansour Abbas, calling it one of the most significant exposures in Israeli television history. According to Cohen, the report highlights the stark contrast between the messages Abbas conveys to the Israeli public and his statements in Arabic.

The Israeli Navy held a large-scale, branch-wide exercise this week in the Mediterranean and Red Seas, which included scenarios of maritime infiltration, multi-front combat, aerial threats, and the protection of strategic assets. Hundreds of combatants and various naval vessels participated in the exercise.

MK Limor Son Har-Melech of the Otzma Yehudit party commented on X regarding the investigation by Channel 14 correspondent Omri Haim, titled "Mansour Abbas - The Polite Jihad." The MK stated that in light of the findings, the Ra'am party should be disqualified from running for the Knesset.

Clash between the branches of government: At the beginning of the week, the Finance Committee convened specifically to allow several fund transfers. Immediately afterward, petitions were filed, and the Supreme Court, via an order nisi, blocked the committee's activity. In an interview on the afternoon news program with Ido Tauber, constitutional and criminal law expert Yoram Sheftel explained...

Could the age at which type 1 diabetes develops in childhood affect brain health decades later? This is the question at the center of a new international study recently published in the scientific journal Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism. The study, which involved researchers from Sweden and other countries, examined for the first time whether the age of diagnosis of type 1 diabetes is associated...

The political system was stirred after an Israel Hayom correspondent reported, citing a Likud source, that party primaries were postponed from August 17 to August 30 due to legal proceedings. The party has issued a sharp denial.

Restaurateur Sergio Hellman joins the program "Tamei Shabbat" with Avi Levy this Friday to share insights from his four-decade career. Together, they will prepare a classic, airy Savarin in rum syrup that is perfect for home baking.

Juan Jesus Vivas, governor of the Spanish enclave of Ceuta in Morocco, told the European Parliament on Thursday that about 100 people died during the infiltration of the Spanish border by illegal migrants last week. Vivas added that between 3,000 and 5,000 migrants remain in Ceuta.

Restaurateur Sergio Helman will be a guest tomorrow, Friday, on the program "Shabbat Flavors" with Avi Levy. They will share insights from his four-decade career and prepare a juicy entrecôte in a rich red wine sauce, perfect for a festive family meal.