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A middle school physics teacher in central Israel was fired and banned from the education system for five years following his conviction for inappropriate conduct. The teacher made sexually explicit remarks to students, citing "laws of nature" to justify his behavior. The students' mothers agreed to a plea bargain to spare their daughters from testifying in court.

A year after graffiti reading "genocide" was sprayed on the tent of the MIFF organization ("With Israel for Peace"), another serious incident occurred at the political event in the city of Arendal. Police collected security camera footage and removed the suspects, and a representative of the embassy attacked: "When words fail, what action will the government take?"

The singer was detained for questioning following a WhatsApp message he allegedly sent to his ex-partner. He claimed he did not threaten his partner, and at the end of the questioning, he was released under restrictive conditions.

"It is unclear how it can be said that core hours are taught in a place where the teacher is not qualified to teach them." The Attorney General's response to the Supreme Court regarding the funding of Haredi institutions revealed severe deficiencies: in 87% of 7th-8th grade classes there is not a single teacher qualified to teach science, in 76% of institutions there is no teacher who can teach...

Participants of a new flotilla to Gaza were stopped before they even started, when the vessel "Handala II" crashed into a pier at the port of Kiel, causing damage worth tens of thousands of euros. Earlier, the fundraising campaign stalled, reaching only 10% of its goal. German police are investigating the incident regarding damage to port infrastructure.

A motorcyclist driving without insurance lost control due to potholes on Highway 70. The court ruled that Netivei Israel must pay him approximately a quarter of a million shekels for negligence in road maintenance.

A mother of an 8-year-old girl was required to pay 150 shekels for every cancellation of a meeting between the child and her father. He sued to raise the amount to 1,000 shekels, but the court ruled: “An extreme and draconian demand.”

Wedding guests in Umm al-Fahm were shocked when police unexpectedly raided the event, ordering attendees to the floor and conducting searches before leaving without making any arrests. The groom's father denied any illegal activity, while police cited suspicions of weapon use.

More than 20 mm of rain, for the fourth time since records began: following heavy downpours in the Jerusalem area, flash floods are possible tomorrow in the Judean Desert and the Dead Sea. Experts link the anomaly to the "super El Niño" phenomenon.

For two months now, a battle over Shabbat has been taking place in Safed, with Haredim blocking buses operating in the city and secular residents demonstrating against them. The police are struggling to restore order, the mayor is unable to prevent it, and those opposing the "Haredization of the city" have taken a step further: "If you disturb us, we will disturb you."

"Zionists are worse than the Nazis", "Holocaust to your family", "Bar Harel, get out of our city": An Israeli student in Coimbra complained about graffiti that included personal threats, the Portuguese prosecution has launched a criminal investigation. The university was accused of "passivity", and claimed: "The posters were outside the campus, the complaint was general and unverified".

The "Ruach Tova" association offers new volunteering opportunities nationwide: from mentoring lone soldiers in the Sharon region to music classes for the elderly in Holon and agricultural work in Be'er Sheva.

A Chabad House that opened about a month ago in Hiriketiya in southern Sri Lanka has become a focal point of conflict: residents and Buddhist monks demonstrated against it and demanded to check the legality of its operations, while the Chabad House reports threats, firecrackers, stones, and harassment of Israelis. The Chabad House stated: "We need urgent help so we can continue to operate safely."

Two security guards were lightly injured and 12 residents from the southern region were arrested following a mass brawl; the water park has been closed. The incident reportedly stemmed from a dispute between vacationers and lifeguards.

Rain began falling in Jerusalem and the north this afternoon; there is a continued risk of flash floods in the Judean Desert and the Dead Sea. Swimming at Achziv Beach is prohibited due to dangerous sea conditions.

The expenses incurred due to the search for Lee and Liel Yahalomi are enormous. Assuming they knew about the massive search operation, they may have also had a legal obligation called the duty to mitigate damages. The public should not have to pay for this.

Under the name "Yossi", Asaf Buskila is accused of running an empire of gambling and extortion from the rehabilitation wing of Shata Prison, which turned over millions and brought down hundreds of families in the north. With an attack dog that sank its teeth into debtors, a roulette wheel in a hideout apartment controlled by a magnet, insane interest rates, and a network of agents - he operated...

The accident occurred last Wednesday. The Israeli's body was sent for an autopsy at a local hospital.

Temperatures will rise, but local rains are expected from the afternoon. In the Judean Desert and the Dead Sea, there is a risk of flash floods. The unusual weather will continue throughout the week with drizzles, rains, and a drop in temperatures.

About a week after the University of Cambridge announced an investigation into his academic past and the qualifications and degrees he boasted of - which led him to resign - Jason Arday was found lifeless in an apartment in London. The police have opened an investigation into the circumstances of the death, but stated that at this stage there is no suspicion of foul play.

Researchers from Stanford and the Arc Institute used artificial intelligence to design the genetic code of bacteriophages — viruses that attack bacteria — and created active viruses from them in the lab. This achievement could help in developing treatments against antibiotic-resistant bacteria, but experts warn that the improving ability of AI to design biological systems raises urgent questions...

Several copies of the book were found in the "Afaq" store, which opened earlier this month in central London. The owners claim that the books were placed in the back next to history books and were not prominently displayed, but a city council member who documented them claims: "They chose 'Mein Kampf' as one of the first books to display."

Paul William Berko Gober, who violently attacked an Israeli mother and her daughter, has been released from detention on 12,000 shekels bail. The mother has issued a warning to Israelis in Thailand: 'He is a scoundrel and a monster, a danger to the public - especially to Jews and Israelis.'

Exclusive: Ynet has obtained transcripts of the interrogation of the Israel Prison Service (IPS) officer who allegedly allowed the brother of the main suspect in the murder of Binyahu Razi to contact him by phone while he was on the run. "By nature, he is a great person," the officer said about the prisoner with whom she had a romantic relationship. She denied the allegations against her and...

Katriel Nachman Kinan, 24, was last seen on Monday in the area of Guy Beach on the shores of the Sea of Galilee, on his way to Safed, and his whereabouts have been unknown since.

34 antisemitic incidents were documented in London within a week, many of them during a demonstration against Israel, where claims were heard about "Zionist control" over the British government and economy — rhetoric that originates in far-right conspiracy theories.

A water pipe burst near the Beresheet Hotel in Mitzpe Ramon left guests and residents in nearby homes without water for hours. 'It is impossible to brush teeth, shower, or make coffee.'

Three weeks after 31-year-old Avior Zaken stabbed an Indian caregiver to death, an indictment has been filed against him. The victim attempted to escape but collapsed from blood loss. The defendant falsely claimed the victim had committed suicide. The prosecutor stated: "The deceased met his death in a violent manner for no known motive."

A cleaning woman met at least once a month with a department head 24 years her senior in exchange for employment protection. At the end of a legal process, it was determined she would receive 650,000 shekels.

A Canadian resident selling an apartment in Ashkelon was unable to complete registration in time due to delays by the construction company. The buyers unilaterally cancelled the contract, but the court ruled they were in breach and ordered them to pay 200,000 shekels in compensation.

Passengers are waiting on the plane for luggage to be loaded, and a flight attendant even claimed to them that it was a wildcat strike: "There are lots of children here, it's insane audacity." Others are waiting for luggage after landing: "Two and a half hours on the floor." Israel Airports Authority: "There is no strike - there is a large cluster of flights."

At the end of a stormy week, in which Rambam Hospital was accused of inappropriate treatment of an IDF soldier by an "Arabic-speaking staff," hospital director Dr. Michal Mekel responds for the first time in an interview with Ynet and Yedioth Ahronoth: "Sectoral identity is a non-issue for the hospital. The on-call doctor was a kippah-wearer, and one of the nurses from the Arab sector is an...

Investigators of the Binyahu Razi murder describe the shocking behavior of the suspects: smiles during interrogations, betting on prison sentences, and a complete lack of empathy. New details have also emerged regarding the interrogation of a policewoman who withheld information about her sister's involvement in the crime.

How far can you see from Israel on a clear day? Iftach Eitan decided to check – and discovered a whole world hiding on the horizon. On his Instagram page, he connects geography, history, and reality, taking followers from the mountains of Jordan to the peaks of Lebanon. "The moment when what you see matches the map excites me very much," he admits.

Yossi Havra hoped to choose the moment to tell his daughter Lin about her past. However, a word dropped by a classmate led her to the web, and from there to a chilling conversation he received from the teacher. Moments before the abusive caregiver is expected to request early release from prison, he reveals the anxiety attacks, the pointed questions of the 10-year-old who was then a toddler, and...

The younger generation is drinking less alcohol, spending more on wellness, and changing social leisure patterns. However, beneath this trend lies a complex question: what fills the void? Prof. Shauli Lev-Ran notes that fitness can serve as a coping mechanism, while Prof. Tzipi Strauss emphasizes that cumulative alcohol exposure at a young age increases the risk of chronic diseases later in life.

No need for an off-road vehicle, no need to walk far, and the water is not freezing: Ein HaMessil, also known as Ein Tzamad, is a small and shallow pool near the White Waterfalls. Chen Yosef arrived there at ten in the morning and discovered she was alone. "I got lucky. It was perfect."

Alice Walton, heiress to the Walmart empire, has largely avoided the corporate world, dedicating her life to art and philanthropy. From establishing the Crystal Bridges Museum to funding a medical school, she seeks to make essential services accessible to all. Her journey, however, has been marked by personal tragedies and complex challenges.

Salim Safia joined the Mandate police in 1943, and since then the uniform has become a family tradition: his son Ahmad served for 30 years, his grandson Adham followed him, his great-granddaughter Karin is already a police officer - and her sister will follow in her footsteps. 4 generations of a Muslim family tell about the choice to serve the country, and about the way to reduce crime in the Arab...

Police and the IDF operated on the outskirts of Hebron after receiving a report regarding a young woman living in a supported housing facility in Gush Dan who was forcibly taken by her family members in their vehicle.