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Salary supplement, insurance, and police escort: Tax Authority employees' demands before returning to Bnei Brak
Although the Tax Authority announced a renewal of activity in the city a week and a half ago, the Histadrut reiterated that employees will not return to the field. The chairman of the State Employees Union warned the Tax Authority director: "We will not hesitate to use all means until a safe and protected work environment is ensured."

Shay Elias Signs with Hapoel Haifa
The 27-year-old midfielder joins the club after winning the championship last season with Hapoel Be'er Sheva. Yoav Katz: "He will upgrade the team."

War room and cyber defense: How the Shin Bet is preparing for the elections
The Shin Bet has established a dedicated team to ensure the integrity of the October 27 elections, amid concerns over potential attacks and foreign interference. The agency is coordinating with the Central Elections Committee, the police, and the National Cyber Directorate.

Surprising report: Russell Westbrook is a candidate for Hapoel Tel Aviv
According to several reports, one of the greatest NBA players of the last two decades and the 2016/17 MVP is on the radar of the "Reds". Panathinaikos and Dubai are also monitoring the situation.

Kleenex and Lily brands move to Arbex in Israel
Arbex, the new international corporation formed by Kimberly-Clark and Suzano, is launching operations in Israel. The company will now manage the marketing of Kleenex, Lily, Molt, Nicol, and Shmurat Teva, while Huggies, Kotex, and Depend remain under Kimberly-Clark.

Four Israelis arrested at drug party on boat off Greek coast
Israeli nationals, including businessmen, were detained during a Greek Coast Guard raid on a catamaran near Lefkada. Authorities discovered various narcotics and cash in multiple currencies on board.

Sale at a HOODIES outlet store: You will pay more for sizes above M
A customer claimed that a HOODIES outlet store charges higher prices for sizes larger than medium during a sale, despite signs not specifying size-based pricing. The chain stated that outlet stores operate under a different pricing model based on inventory and demand.

Kim Kardashian's Skims site ends direct shipping to Israel
The Skims international website has discontinued shipping to Israel. Shoppers are now redirected to the local site, where prices are often 17%-60% higher, though the platform now offers free shipping and no additional VAT on orders over 75 dollars.

Hezbollah tries to rehabilitate bank branches attacked by the IDF: "A ticking time bomb"
While the Lebanese army struggles to disarm the terrorist organization, Hezbollah has attempted to establish a new branch of "Al-Qard al-Hassan" in the Tyre area of southern Lebanon. Residents opposed it for fear of IDF strikes, and reports suggest the terrorist organization has "taken a step back." "Hezbollah has brought the Shiite community into a circle of death," said a political activist in...

Indictment filed against Be'er Sheva Deputy Mayor for assaulting employee while in uniform
An indictment has been filed against Be'er Sheva Deputy Mayor Shimon Tobul for assaulting a Bedouin gas station employee. According to the charges, Tobul, while wearing a military uniform, struck the man, pushed another employee, and brandished his weapon following a dispute over Arabic music.

Yanki Goldhaber's courage is noteworthy
The case of the "Big Brother" alumnus, who spoke about sexual abuse he experienced via the internet, exposes failures in media coverage and public attitude towards sexual offenses in the virtual space. Instead of scolding him for an unfortunate choice of words, it is appropriate to support and strengthen him.

Report: Nottingham Forest submitted an offer for Anan Khalaili – which was rejected
The Israel national team player, whose transfer to Inter fell through about two weeks ago, is attracting interest from the Premier League club. Nottingham Forest offered 20 million euros for him, but Union Saint-Gilloise refused.

Official: Zinedine Zidane Appointed Head Coach of the French National Team
The legendary football star, who led the Tricolores to 1998 World Cup glory as a player, will succeed Didier Deschamps. "This is a dream come true, my happiest day as a coach," Zidane stated following the announcement.

Head of Yeshiva, former minister, and chairman of the Organization of Victims of Hostilities: These are the recipients of the Presidential Medal of Distinction for 2026
Isaac Herzog will award 11 medals to individuals who have made an extraordinary contribution to the State of Israel and humanity. Among the recipients are actress Yona Elian-Keshet, Rimon School of Music founder Yehuda Eder, Prof. Mooli Lahad, and social activist Ziva Mekonen. "They express the values of giving and mutual guarantee," the President stated.

New Immigrants: Your Updated Tax Benefits
Recent tax law amendments provide exemptions for income generated from work and business within Israel up to specific annual ceilings. Additionally, purchase tax relief for immigrants buying a single apartment has been updated.

Suspicion: IPS officer helped murder suspect evade justice through her inmate lover
The IPS intelligence division uncovered a romantic connection between a 34-year-old officer from Hod HaSharon and an inmate, the brother of the main suspect in the murder of Binyahu Razi. It is suspected that the inmate used the officer's phone to help his brother stay on the run.

Netflix Executive Fired After Disclosing Ketamine Use at Company Retreat
Kevin Bailey, a former vice president at Netflix-owned Eyeline Studios, is suing the company, alleging he was fired after sharing his medical use of ketamine during a company retreat. He also highlights a corporate culture that allegedly encourages alcohol consumption.

A new era at Hapoel Ramat Gan: Former footballer has completed the acquisition of the club
Avi Yehiel, who previously played for Maccabi Tel Aviv, is the new owner of the club after receiving all necessary approvals from the Football Association: "A significant and exciting milestone."

The appropriate response to Basic Law: Torah Study
If Basic Law: Torah Study is not repealed, the appropriate answer is to balance it by anchoring in Basic Law the democratic values of the state in the spirit of the Declaration of Independence: equality, the rule of law, the separation of powers, and the independence of the judiciary.

New Apartment Owners in Herzliya Awarded Damages Over Unusable Parking Spaces
Buyers of two apartments in a TAMA 38 project in Herzliya sued the developer after realizing the parking facility was unusable. The court ruled that the value of the apartments had been impaired and awarded financial compensation.

Purchase of Event Hall for 19 Million Shekels Leads to Court Over Electricity Issues
Shareholders of a business in Kiryat Ekron sold it with a commitment to secure Form 4, but buyers were forced to rely on generators. The court ruled they must be compensated with approximately 600,000 shekels.

"In a project on the first line to Yarkon Park, there is a negotiation for a penthouse at 100 thousand shekels per square meter"
Ili Bar, co-CEO of the urban renewal company Eco City, explains why, despite the slowdown in the residential sector, deals are still happening, including in Tel Aviv; he discusses a 200 million shekel investment by Menora Mivtachim and warns: "Fewer projects are getting underway today, and this will come back to us like a boomerang."

Weather Forecast: Warming, Heading Towards a Heatwave and Extreme Heat Stress
Temperatures will rise and heat stress will increase. Tomorrow, further warming is expected, mainly in the mountains and inland; it will be humid on the coastal plain. On Thursday, temperatures will continue to rise, becoming hotter than usual to sharav conditions, with heavy to extreme heat stress in most areas. On Friday, it will remain hotter than usual to sharav conditions and humid on the...

Religious Zionism is debating: Where will the national-religious go in the elections? | With Amichai Attali
Religious Zionism has only recently returned to passing the electoral threshold in polls, after a prolonged period in which the national-religious public did not find a political home. The public is angry at the conduct of its representatives towards the Haredi society - but it is still unclear if alternatives like Chili Tropper, Yoaz Hendel, Gilad Erdan or Yuli Edelstein will manage to erode its...

David Moses: The Israeli Basketball 'Unicorn' Taking Europe by Storm
Standing 2.10 meters tall with rare mobility and shooting range, 18-year-old David Moses is redefining the Israeli big man. From a player lacking coordination to a star at the European Youth Championship and a future NCAA recruit, this is the story of a 'late bloomer' becoming a unique talent.

Already at the top of the world: Meet the Israeli cheerleading team
An 11-year-old prodigy flying in the sky, a teenager who doesn't let back problems ruin her dream, a Russian and a Ukrainian representing Israel shoulder to shoulder, a diplomatic gesture to rivals from Iran, and even a caretaker who was recruited to the team that already reached third place in the World Championship. Forget everything you thought about cheerleaders: meet cheerleading — one of the...

Ahavat Hashem Gordon won in front of a full arena: A celebration of martial arts at Menora
Israeli pride in front of thousands of spectators: Ahavat Hashem Gordon defeated John Lineker in the main event of GFN 1, held in front of full stands with the participation of fighters from Israel and abroad. His brothers, Ruach Hashem and Kivdi, also impressed with victories in the sold-out evening, which included MMA, kickboxing, and Muay Thai fights.

Heritage center in danger of closure due to Netanyahu's cuts: "Like beggars"
In recent years, support for the Levi Eshkol Heritage Center has been severely cut. Commemoration budgets are being redirected to other bodies, including those associated with the Likud. Eshkol's grandson criticizes the move as discriminatory, while the Prime Minister's Office attributes the cuts to an increase in the number of eligible organizations.

"It's not about gender - it's about abilities": The first Operations Officer in Yahalom
Major A. leads daring operations in Gaza and Lebanon, despite not having planned to stay in the military upon enlistment. After commanding recruits, she realized this was her place. An interview with Major A., the first woman in the role in the elite unit: "Sometimes I found myself sitting in a discussion as the only woman. I focused on what I know how to bring to the table."

114 orphans following murder: "A child who saw his father murdered is more likely to join crime"
Since the beginning of 2026, 52 parents of minors have been murdered, leaving them orphaned of a father or mother. "I am holding on only for the sake of the children," says P., a mother of four whose husband was murdered while trying to break up a fight. 9-year-old R. asks to leave the room while her grandmother talks about the murder of her mother by her husband: "He was constantly hitting her...

National Security Conference: Key Statements from Israeli Political Leaders
At a conference hosted by ynet and Yedioth Ahronoth in collaboration with INSS, leading Israeli figures discussed strategic security issues and the upcoming election agenda. Gadi Eizenkot asserted his bid for Prime Minister, Naftali Bennett accused Qatar of funding Iran, and Avigdor Lieberman warned of the economic consequences of failing to pass an equal conscription law.

Against Messi: The most beautiful goal of the 2026 World Cup was chosen
FIFA officially announced: The spectacular performance of Cape Verde defender Sidney Lopes Cabral in the 3:2 match against Argentina in the Round of 32 won the goal of the tournament title. 23-year-old Cabral beat Eldor Shomurodov from Uzbekistan and Wilson Isidor from Haiti in the fan vote.

Miri Mesika stopped the play in the middle: 'I cannot do it like this'
The singer left the stage during the 'Funny Girl' play due to disturbances outside the hall, stating she has 'attention deficit disorder.' Production sources said that 'the play was interrupted due to a loud noise from outside and continued after a few moments.'

Swastikas Sprayed on Synagogue Destroyed by Fire in California
Unknown individuals vandalized a mural at the Jewish Center and Synagogue of Pasadena, which was created as a symbol of hope following a massive fire. Police have opened a hate crime investigation.

"I will blow you up": Police officer fired after threatening family, but will not be prosecuted
In one of the recordings collected during the investigation, a child is heard asking their mother: "Is this a policeman?", to which the father replied: "I am not a policeman, I am a criminal." Despite this, the DIPI decided to close the case, claiming that "the criminal process is not an appropriate framework."

"The yellow line" moves west: IDF installs concrete blocks in Gaza
The IDF continues to push Hamas back, expanding its control in the Gaza Strip. The placement of concrete blocks in western areas reduces the space available for Palestinian movement and triggers new waves of displacement.

The battle for the letter: The campaign of the new party - which angered United Torah Judaism
The billboards of the "Siat HaTzibur HaCharedi" faction include the letter 'Gimel'—which represents United Torah Judaism on the ballot. Because of this, the party received several letters—which even included a warning before filing a formal complaint with the Central Elections Committee—demanding the removal of the billboards.

Gazan doctor found bound by inmates in Ganot Prison
Prison guards at Ganot Prison discovered a Gazan doctor bound with socks by his cellmates, who claimed he was spying on staff. Meanwhile, Israel released 60 detainees from the Gaza Strip via the Kerem Shalom crossing.

Between Populism and Law: Why Mayors Cannot Arrest World Leaders
Statements by local mayors threatening to arrest foreign leaders are nothing more than political theater with no legal basis. The US Constitution and international law guarantee absolute immunity to heads of state, and foreign policy remains exclusively under the authority of the federal government.

Whistleblowers abandoned again
Public servants who chose not to turn a blind eye to corruption and reported it to protect the public interest have been left without protection. The current vacancy in the State Comptroller's office leaves them vulnerable to retaliation.