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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.

Daniel Peretz is embarking on a new path: after becoming a regular for Southampton following his move from Bayern Munich, the Israeli goalkeeper is aiming to lead the club to the Premier League. In an interview with SPOX, he discussed the disappointment of last season, his decision to stay in England, and his time working with Manuel Neuer.

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.

At an Ohio conference, US Air Force General Dale White announced that development of the B-21 stealth bomber and F-47 fighter is ahead of schedule, supported by an additional $4.5 billion in funding.

During a panel discussion at the Molad Institute, Democrats party chairman Yair Golan criticized the public discourse surrounding the ultra-Orthodox draft. He labeled the topic a victim of "cheap populism" and emphasized that the IDF is not prepared to accommodate thousands of recruits requiring special conditions such as gender-segregated training and intensive guidance.

This morning, with the start of the August 2026 draft, I was privileged once again to be alongside hundreds of recruits and their families on their way to the induction center. A few moments before they board the bus, a moment before they put on the IDF uniform for the first time and recite the "Shehecheyanu" blessing, a scene unfolds that is hard to remain indifferent to.

If you tried to download Telegram from the Apple App Store on Monday night, you likely noticed it had vanished. The real reason behind the removal was a sophisticated extortion scheme that exploits a loophole in Apple's reporting system to target community administrators.

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.

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegset is struggling to advance the permanent appointment of General Christopher LaNeve as Army Chief of Staff due to reservations from several Republican senators. According to a report in The Wall Street Journal, the administration has not yet officially submitted his candidacy as there are currently insufficient votes for approval in the Senate Armed Services...

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir presented the investigation into the July 24, 2026, terror attack in Samaria. Major Yuval Ezra and Captain (res.) Banyahu Malet were killed while protecting a group of hikers.

The era of digital screens has led to an unprecedented decline in handwriting. However, neuroscience proves that writing by hand stimulates extensive brain activity that does not occur when typing digitally.

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.

Researchers from the University of Granada have identified the oldest library on the Iberian Peninsula at the extensive Roman villa of Fuente Alamo near Cordoba. When the complex was first excavated decades ago, archaeologists mistakenly believed that the system of rooms belonged to a cult structure for the god Mithras, but a reinterpretation has revealed that it is an ancient literary archive.

A deadly Russian missile attack struck the Kyiv area on Wednesday, claiming the lives of 15 people. More than 50 others were wounded in the assault, which caused extensive destruction to civilian infrastructure.

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett arrived this morning at an enlistment event for the Artillery Corps at Ariel Sharon Park, where he ignored the presence of the Channel 14 crew.

The world of TikTok is accustomed to young influencers, but few expected the meteoric rise of 75-year-old Rochele Shlomi. A resident of a nursing home in Ramle, she went viral within just two days of launching her account, amassing thousands of followers.

On the «Patriotim» show, panelist Irit Linor criticized Naftali Bennett’s decision to add four more women to the «BeYachad» list. Linor argued that this move does not reflect true feminism, emphasizing that her own view is based on meritocracy and equality of opportunity, rather than equality of outcomes.

Roi Braun, a hiker who was part of the group involved in the recent terror attack, refuted media claims that the hikers entered the village. He provided a detailed account of the events that led to the deaths of Yuval Ezra and Benyahu Malet.

Tomáš Satoranský, who joined Hapoel Tel Aviv, admitted that the team's model of training and playing in Sofia, avoiding frequent flights to Israel, was a key factor in his decision to sign.

In recent years, the Ra'am party has become one of the most influential players in Israeli politics. After the 2021 elections, the party served as a kingmaker in forming the government, and its chairman, MK Mansour Abbas, became a central figure in the Bennett-Lapid coalition, participating in key decision-making processes.

A legal and political storm is shaking the Likud following the decision of the movement's internal tribunal to cancel the "districts clause." While the party leadership is considering appealing the move to the District Court through attorney Ilan Bombach, senior Likud officials are issuing an unequivocal threat: filing such a petition will lead to an immediate explosion and a direct appeal to the...

Marine archaeologists in Greece have uncovered the remains of an ancient merchant ship carrying hundreds of amphorae off the coast of Andros. The discovery, announced by the Ephorate of Underwater Antiquities, sheds new light on maritime trade networks in the Aegean Sea during the late classical period.

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.

Channel 14 presenter Tamir Shnaid shared a moving tribute to his daughter Emmanuel, who would have celebrated her first birthday today. The baby passed away eight months ago from sudden infant death syndrome.

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 legal counsel to the government is blocking a key component in the struggle to restore governance in the Negev: the revocation of status for individuals born in Bedouin families to mothers from the Gaza Strip and the West Bank. This phenomenon has resulted in an entire generation of children holding full Israeli citizenship while maintaining a Palestinian identity.

Behind the operational activity on the southern borders lies a daily, around-the-clock war against smuggling. Data obtained by Channel 14 News shows that since January 2026, IDF soldiers have thwarted significant smuggling attempts.

A Channel 14 poll published Tuesday shows that 87% of respondents oppose ending the destruction of terror threats in the Gaza Strip until Hamas is disarmed. The survey also addressed the conduct of Defense Minister Israel Katz, Donald Trump's Iran policy, and calls for investigations into Democratic candidates.

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.

Against the backdrop of ongoing talks between Israel and Lebanon, Hezbollah continues its rearmament and efforts to establish itself in southern Lebanon. The Lebanese Army, intended to be a balancing factor, faces significant difficulties in enforcing order and disarming the organization.

As reported by News 14 on Tuesday, Hamas has informed mediators that it is considering withdrawing from emerging deal understandings, citing ongoing Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip. This development presents a significant challenge for ongoing negotiations.

Chairman of the 'Haredi Tziburi' faction, Moti Leitner, has demanded clear answers from the leaders of Shas, Degel HaTorah, and Agudat Yisrael regarding political representation. The faction has set a deadline of this Friday for a response.

The Indian cargo ship "Faizi Nuri Aulia" sank on Tuesday after being struck by an attacking vessel 13 nautical miles south of the Houthi-controlled city of Al-Hodeidah. All 14 crew members were rescued by the Yemeni Coast Guard.

Say a big thank you to Avigdor Lieberman for a rare moment of political candor. When asked about Yair Golan, he couldn't help but say: 'I would be happy to praise him, just let him be quiet. That is his greatest contribution to our victory.' This 'just be quiet' advice perfectly captures the strategy of his political camp.

An 8th-grade student in India used his father’s phone, but instead of studying, he made purchases in the online game Roblox totaling about 42,000 rupees. His family sought help online after claiming that the money, intended for loan repayment and tuition, disappeared due to these transactions.

A new viral video circulating in the last few hours on the social network X is exciting millions of fans around the world. The footage shows Inter Miami star Lionel Messi spontaneously leaving a local store in Miami. A fan who was present at the scene and spotted 'La Pulga' from a short distance recorded the moment when Messi noticed the camera, smiled warmly, and waved hello before getting into...

The video that left no eye dry: a recording of a 3-year-old girl watching her parents' wedding has garnered 1.5 million likes in two days and 9 million views. Her mother, Madeline, who runs the "Mom Life" page, shared the moment she showed her daughter the footage from their big day for the first time.