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Today, Sep 4
08:46Ynet
Demanded recognition as a protected tenant: "I slept with my grandfather in the same bed"
Real Estate

Demanded recognition as a protected tenant: "I slept with my grandfather in the same bed"

The grandson asked to remain in the tiny apartment in Jerusalem where his grandfather lived until his death. But the court accepted the lawsuit filed by the association that owns the property and ordered his eviction.

Dudu Tassa and Jonny Greenwood to open the Jerusalem International Oud Festival
Music

Dudu Tassa and Jonny Greenwood to open the Jerusalem International Oud Festival

The 27th edition of the festival will take place from November 5 to 12 at three venues in the city and will include 16 performances. Among the productions: a tribute to Ahuva Ozeri on the tenth anniversary of her death, a meeting between a Moroccan vocal ensemble and Israeli paytanim, and a closing performance by Tipex with the Hafla ve-Hora orchestra.

05:38Now14
Terrorist attempted to stab fighters in the Old City of Jerusalem and was eliminated
Security

Terrorist attempted to stab fighters in the Old City of Jerusalem and was eliminated

A terrorist from East Jerusalem attempted early this morning (Friday) to carry out an attack at Damascus Gate in the Old City of Jerusalem. He attempted to stab the fighters and was eliminated on the spot. A wounded person was evacuated from the scene to Shaare Zedek Hospital, with his condition defined as light.

Yesterday, Sep 3
21:55Mako
After only a week: Omer Adam returns to business and will perform at the billionaire heir's wedding
Celebrities

After only a week: Omer Adam returns to business and will perform at the billionaire heir's wedding

Just a week after the end of the grandiose wedding festival in Portofino, Omer Adam returns to his routine and will perform tonight at the wedding of Matan Adelson, son of Miriam and Sheldon Adelson, also known as the owner of Hapoel Jerusalem basketball club.

The trend in the capital continues: The 11th country to move its embassy to Jerusalem
Politics

The trend in the capital continues: The 11th country to move its embassy to Jerusalem

A day after the Prime Minister's meeting with the President of Congo, Foreign Minister Sa'ar and his counterpart from the African nation agreed on practical steps to move the embassy to the capital - and to open an Israeli embassy in Kinshasa. The move joins Nauru and Colombia, which are expected to open missions soon.

16:02N12
After two months of protests and vandalism: "Ba-Smita" cafe in Jerusalem to close on Saturdays
Religion

After two months of protests and vandalism: "Ba-Smita" cafe in Jerusalem to close on Saturdays

Bags of feces, glue in locks, and barriers: the Haredi struggle against the city-center cafe has forced management to close on weekends. "Our identity does not allow us to be a focal point for friction," they stated. Deputy Mayor Adir Schwartz called it a victory for violence, while Benny Gantz described it as a loss for the moderate majority.

10:15ICE
Major real estate deal: Sofrin sells property for 82.1 million shekels
Business

Major real estate deal: Sofrin sells property for 82.1 million shekels

The Sofrin Group, Weiss, and Orcom Real Estate are selling approximately 4,657 sqm of office space and 49 parking spots in Jerusalem. Following the sale, nearly 69% of the office space in the project will be occupied.

Court intervened — and the prenuptial agreement was cancelled: "Exploitation of extreme dependency"
Relationships

Court intervened — and the prenuptial agreement was cancelled: "Exploitation of extreme dependency"

A Haredi man signed a total waiver of his apartments just so his wife would not divorce him. The husband's psychologist determined that the decision was made when he was in a state of impaired judgment and when "the sword of the threat of divorce was placed over his neck." The judge ruled that this was an unconscionable transaction, and the agreement was cancelled.

Bus driver filmed using phone and wedding convoy blocked road: enforcement operation in Jerusalem
Crime

Bus driver filmed using phone and wedding convoy blocked road: enforcement operation in Jerusalem

Traffic police officers operated in the south and east of the capital. The driver was brought in for questioning after being filmed using a mobile phone while driving. Five delivery riders were fined, one driver is suspected of driving under the influence of drugs, and two vehicles were taken off the road.

Oshri Cohen and rumors of abuse: what to watch on TV today
TV

Oshri Cohen and rumors of abuse: what to watch on TV today

Oshri Cohen stars in a new psychological police drama about an investigation in an ultra-Orthodox neighborhood in Jerusalem that becomes increasingly complicated, Guy Ritchie returns with his fun series on Netflix, Sydney Sweeney as we have never seen her before, and also "Chad Powers", "Little Disasters" and other content airing today (Thursday) on television in Israel.

Sep 2, 2026
Somaliland Ambassador: "We feel like an integral part of Jerusalem and the State of Israel"
Politics

Somaliland Ambassador: "We feel like an integral part of Jerusalem and the State of Israel"

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee and Somaliland Ambassador Dr. Mohamed Haji spoke at the event and emphasized the great importance of official diplomatic presence in Jerusalem. Ambassador Huckabee: "The US Embassy should have been opened in Jerusalem many years ago"

Punches to the chest and ribs: police officer charged with assaulting a 17-year-old
Crime

Punches to the chest and ribs: police officer charged with assaulting a 17-year-old

According to the Police Investigation Department (Mahash), two 17-year-olds arrived at a banquet hall in Jerusalem to receive payment for their work. A confrontation developed with the police officer who was securing an event at the location. He is charged with both a violent assault on one of the teenagers and assaulting his friend.

11:53Walla
"One of the most difficult cases we have treated": Home births almost ended in disaster
Health

"One of the most difficult cases we have treated": Home births almost ended in disaster

Hadassah Mount Scopus recently treated two severe cases following planned home births. In one case, an infant suffered from a lack of blood supply to the brain and his condition stabilized in the NICU. In another case, the medical team saved the life of a baby girl who was rushed to the hospital after her parents noticed a large amount of blood in her diaper.

11:45Ynet
More than 100 testimonies and investigative actions worldwide: an unusual step in the Jerusalem murder case
Crime

More than 100 testimonies and investigative actions worldwide: an unusual step in the Jerusalem murder case

First publication: To assist in solving the case, an additional police investigation team will examine the murder case of Anastasia Orlov. In January 2025, she was found in her apartment without signs of life. Since then, 16 gag orders have been issued in the case, and attempts have been made to trace every lead. Police: The scene was very complex, partly due to findings that cannot be detailed.

Transportation revolution in Jerusalem: Test runs begin on the L4 line
Local News

Transportation revolution in Jerusalem: Test runs begin on the L4 line

Just a week and a half after the opening of the L3 line, Jerusalem's light rail network continues to expand. This morning, test runs began on the L4 line between the Gonenim and Gilo neighborhoods. The new line is designed to connect southern residential areas to the capital's employment and commercial hubs, moving toward a target of 600,000 daily passengers.

Sep 1, 2026
21:00N12
Jerusalem's "Cafe BaSmita" may cease Saturday operations
Local News

Jerusalem's "Cafe BaSmita" may cease Saturday operations

Following a series of violent confrontations, the management of the Jerusalem cafe will decide whether to stop operations on Saturdays. The psychological toll is weighing on the management, who desire a quiet routine. Alongside the protests, dozens of customers have arrived every Saturday to support the cafe.

Indictment: 19-year-old charged with five counts of raping a minor he met online
Crime

Indictment: 19-year-old charged with five counts of raping a minor he met online

According to the indictment, the two met about a week and a half after connecting on an internet site and went to an apartment the young man had rented in Jerusalem. The prosecution claims he committed a series of violent sexual offenses against the 17-year-old. The suspect is charged with five counts of rape, attempted rape, and indecent assault.

Cities with the Highest Municipal Tax (Arnona): Updated Ranking
Consumer

Cities with the Highest Municipal Tax (Arnona): Updated Ranking

The update to the Arnona calculation per square meter corrects distortions that ignored gaps in measurement methods between different authorities. The revised ranking more accurately reflects the actual charge per resident and presents a completely different picture regarding the cost of municipal living.

Will Israel's next UAV be built in high school? The new program at a Jerusalem school
Education

Will Israel's next UAV be built in high school? The new program at a Jerusalem school

A new program that opened for the first time in the capital will train students in the design and construction of UAVs. The track combines engineering, electronics, and computer science, and grants a technological matriculation certificate of 10 study units.

"Attempted to poison intentionally": Court makes decision in "Prinok" case
Crime

"Attempted to poison intentionally": Court makes decision in "Prinok" case

The Jerusalem Magistrate's Court extended by six days the detention of a southern resident who was arrested last night. The police claim that the suspect intentionally introduced sedatives into the baby fruit purees of the Prinok company, and the judge determined that there is reasonable suspicion linking him to the acts while the investigation continues.

09:44Mako
On the way to visit her daughter in the hospital: she collapsed - and was saved
Health

On the way to visit her daughter in the hospital: she collapsed - and was saved

The 63-year-old woman collapsed near the elevators at Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital. A doctor who had finished his shift and was passing by noticed her and immediately performed CPR. After her pulse returned, she collapsed again several times, underwent a catheterization, and was connected to an ECMO machine. After a prolonged struggle for her life, the mother recovered: "I received my life as a...

Binyan complex in Jerusalem offered at a starting price of 420 million shekels
Real Estate

Binyan complex in Jerusalem offered at a starting price of 420 million shekels

The Binyan complex, a major development project in central Jerusalem, is being offered for sale with a starting price of 420 million shekels. The 10-dunam site is zoned for residential towers and hotels.

Aug 31, 2026
01:32Ynet
After Haredi protest: Police to secure secular school in Jerusalem on the first day of school
Local News

After Haredi protest: Police to secure secular school in Jerusalem on the first day of school

Dozens of Haredim arrived yesterday at the school grounds in the Kiryat HaYovel neighborhood, and the police decided to secure the students' arrival for the first day of the school year. The protesters claimed there was "immodesty" in the neighborhood, covered the windows with anti-conscription messages, and poured paint at the entrance.

Once students, today teachers: educators who returned to the school where they grew up
Education

Once students, today teachers: educators who returned to the school where they grew up

Closing the circle: teachers who return to teach in the place where they were once students. For the student who once sat in the back row by the window, and perhaps sometimes struggled to concentrate, standing in front of the class with a dry-erase marker in hand is a personal victory and a statement of intent.

Two Months Later: Development in the Baby Food Poisoning Case
Crime

Two Months Later: Development in the Baby Food Poisoning Case

Police arrested a resident of the South in his 40s on suspicion of involvement in introducing sedatives into 'Prinuk' brand baby fruit purees. The case was exposed in June following the hospitalization of four toddlers, and police are investigating the potential involvement of others.

18:41ICE
At age 91: selling luxury apartment opposite the Western Wall at a discount of tens of millions
Real Estate

At age 91: selling luxury apartment opposite the Western Wall at a discount of tens of millions

One of the most unusual properties in Jerusalem is now offered for sale on the first line to the Temple Mount, after its owner decided to compromise on the price to find a practical buyer as soon as possible and arrange a dream inheritance for his children.

3,600 housing units in the first stage: new city project in Gush Etzion advances
Real Estate

3,600 housing units in the first stage: new city project in Gush Etzion advances

An additional 370 dunams have been declared state land, bringing the total area allocated for the city of Mishmar Yehuda to 3,750 dunams. Minister Bezalel Smotrich stated that the move will provide a solution to the housing crisis for tens of thousands of young couples.

Aug 30, 2026
13:04ICE
Rami Levy sold 7 apartments in half a year - and explains the reason
Real Estate

Rami Levy sold 7 apartments in half a year - and explains the reason

In the company's 3 significant projects in Jerusalem, almost no apartments are being sold. The price per square meter is high, but Levy continues to increase his market share and clarifies that the company will meet the pace.

Observers identified in real time: 15-year-old kicked a kitten in the Old City — and was arrested
Crime

Observers identified in real time: 15-year-old kicked a kitten in the Old City — and was arrested

A 15-year-old teenager was documented hitting and kicking a kitten in the Lions' Gate area of the Old City in Jerusalem. The incident was identified in real time by police cameras, and forces summoned to the scene located the suspect and arrested him. At the end of his interrogation, the court ordered his release to house arrest.

07:01Ynet
Where was a 2.5-room apartment sold for 3.4 million shekels?
Real Estate

Where was a 2.5-room apartment sold for 3.4 million shekels?

Also: how much was a 4-room apartment of 86 sqm with a balcony sold for in Jerusalem, how much was paid for a 4-room apartment in Tiberias, and where was a 5-room apartment sold for less than 1.5 million shekels?

05:53Globes
Neighbors asked to block the access path. The court found an interim solution
Local News

Neighbors asked to block the access path. The court found an interim solution

A prenuptial agreement that left the husband without rights to two apartments was canceled after the court determined it was signed while exploiting his distress. The Civil Aviation Authority was ordered to compensate a pilot who was fired without a hearing. In a dispute over a shared access path in Safed, it was determined that the neighbors are allowed to cancel the right of passage, but must...

Aug 29, 2026
19:08Ynet
Haredi Shabbat protests expand: They set up barriers and prevent buses from entering Jerusalem
Local News

Haredi Shabbat protests expand: They set up barriers and prevent buses from entering Jerusalem

Dozens of Haredim are blocking buses at the entrance to Jerusalem to protest public transport on Shabbat. Similar demonstrations are taking place in Safed and Bnei Brak.

1,700 years later: The exciting discovery under the Church of the Holy Sepulchre
Local News

1,700 years later: The exciting discovery under the Church of the Holy Sepulchre

A comprehensive excavation project under the floor of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem has revealed an ancient landscape of a quarry, agricultural plots, and rock-cut tombs - matching the descriptions in the New Testament amazingly well and confirming a 1,700-year-old tradition.

Aug 28, 2026
Parallel to Omer Adam's celebrations: Yael Shelbia on a date in Jerusalem
Celebrities

Parallel to Omer Adam's celebrations: Yael Shelbia on a date in Jerusalem

While the wedding events of Omer Adam and Sasha Israelovich were still ongoing in Italy, Yael Shelbia was spotted last night in Jerusalem with her partner Lance Stroll. The two dined together at Asaf Granit's Machneyuda restaurant.

Aug 27, 2026
Tens of thousands at the Western Wall: 350,000 have already participated in Selichot prayers during the month of Elul
Religion

Tens of thousands at the Western Wall: 350,000 have already participated in Selichot prayers during the month of Elul

Central Selichot services have been held in Jerusalem since the beginning of the month, and 50,000 worshipers arrived just last night. This represents a significant increase in the number of participants compared to previous years.

22:17Ynet
Turmoil in Jerusalem: Extremist Haredim storm light rail construction site
Crime

Turmoil in Jerusalem: Extremist Haredim storm light rail construction site

Hundreds of extremist Haredim are protesting against the construction works for the Green Line of the light rail in Jerusalem. Rioters uprooted fences surrounding the construction site, and police responded with stun grenades and a water cannon.

Two elderly people found unconscious in an apartment in Jerusalem; circumstances not yet clear
Local News

Two elderly people found unconscious in an apartment in Jerusalem; circumstances not yet clear

The two, in their 70s, were found lying on the bedroom floor while breathing. MADA teams are treating them on the spot. Firefighters are conducting searches and checks in the apartment. At this stage, the circumstances of the incident are not yet clear.

15:48Ynet
Cheated on his wife, gave her half the apartment as a reconciliation gift, and demanded it back upon divorce. What was the ruling?
Relationships

Cheated on his wife, gave her half the apartment as a reconciliation gift, and demanded it back upon divorce. What was the ruling?

First publication: A man who cheated on his wife transferred his share of their apartment to her to appease her. Years later, the woman was informed that her husband was cheating on her with another woman, and they entered divorce proceedings. The husband then demanded his share of the apartment back, but the Great Rabbinical Court rejected his appeal. In the legal proceedings, the woman claimed...

15:25Ynet
12 countries and the European Union condemn Israel's actions regarding UNRWA
World

12 countries and the European Union condemn Israel's actions regarding UNRWA

12 countries and the European Union issued a sharp condemnation of Israel following the raid on the UNRWA training center in Kalandia and the seizure of UNRWA facilities in East Jerusalem.

15:06N12
Jerusalem Light Rail to Bypass Teddy Stadium After Major Matches
Local News

Jerusalem Light Rail to Bypass Teddy Stadium After Major Matches

A new station was built near the stadium, but trains will not stop there immediately following high-attendance matches. While fans are frustrated by the walk to the next station, Jerusalem Municipality officials state the measure is essential for crowd control.

12:09Now14
Inspector attacked by teenagers after requesting fare payment: bus line suspended today
Crime

Inspector attacked by teenagers after requesting fare payment: bus line suspended today

A group of teenagers attacked a bus inspector who asked them to disembark after discovering they had not paid for their trip. In a show of solidarity, the transport company is suspending service on the line connecting Jerusalem today.

12:00Globes
Israel Canada reports: What weighed on the bottom line and how many apartments were sold in Sde Dov?
Business

Israel Canada reports: What weighed on the bottom line and how many apartments were sold in Sde Dov?

The hotel arm led Israel Canada to a half-year loss of 36 million shekels, despite a shift to profit in the second quarter. In the Rainbow project in Sde Dov, only 7 apartments were sold in the half-year, with a decrease in price per meter and a lowering of the profit forecast. The company presented the financing plan for the Acro deal and estimated that the exposure from the favorable payment...

Following reports of smoke: Yitzhak Navon train station in Jerusalem evacuated
Local News

Following reports of smoke: Yitzhak Navon train station in Jerusalem evacuated

The Yitzhak Navon train station in Jerusalem was evacuated this morning following reports of smoke. Firefighters arrived at the scene, found no source of danger, and station operations soon returned to normal.

11:09N12
Jerusalem's Yitzhak Navon Station Evacuated Due to Suspected Smoke
Local News

Jerusalem's Yitzhak Navon Station Evacuated Due to Suspected Smoke

Passengers were evacuated from the Yitzhak Navon station following reports of smoke. Inspections revealed the source was dust from nearby construction work. No danger was found, and station operations have resumed.

09:29ICE
Shake-up at a leading Israeli mall: an entire floor section to be closed, major chains respond
Business

Shake-up at a leading Israeli mall: an entire floor section to be closed, major chains respond

Dramatic change at Azrieli Malha Mall: the fast-food court on the third floor is closing to accommodate the relocation of a "Toys R Us" branch. While "Hummus Eliyahu" is leaving the complex, the "Katsefet" chain is looking for a new location.

08:48N12
Declared that the business was in trouble, but forgot to mention the penthouse
Relationships

Declared that the business was in trouble, but forgot to mention the penthouse

The Jerusalem Family Court rejected the woman's request to cancel the prenuptial agreement, but ruled that the husband must balance with her a luxury apartment he had hidden: "A gift transaction that did not reflect reality."

Aug 26, 2026
23:05ICE
Smuggling passengers in a trunk for 400 shekels: a tragic end
Crime

Smuggling passengers in a trunk for 400 shekels: a tragic end

The Jerusalem District Attorney's Office has filed a severe indictment against a local resident who transported three illegal aliens in the trunk of a decommissioned vehicle. After fleeing a security checkpoint, he caused a fatal crash.

"Asked tough questions": The truth about the "young people" Netanyahu met at the well-known cafe
Politics

"Asked tough questions": The truth about the "young people" Netanyahu met at the well-known cafe

The Prime Minister arrived at Cafe Staff where he met with young men and women in their 20s and 30s: "They asked tough questions." However, at least two of them work with Likud MKs. This is the same cafe from the barista video.

18:07N12
Rare case: Judge cancels prenuptial agreement | "Wife exploited husband's dependence"
Relationships

Rare case: Judge cancels prenuptial agreement | "Wife exploited husband's dependence"

A Jerusalem court has canceled a prenuptial agreement approved 11 years ago, ruling it was signed under extreme duress. The judge found the husband was manipulated into signing the document without independent legal advice, believing it was merely a contingency measure. The couple's assets will now be divided equally.

14:14Ynet
Knocked a nun to the ground in Jerusalem, kicked her - and was acquitted due to insanity | Documentation of the attack
Crime

Knocked a nun to the ground in Jerusalem, kicked her - and was acquitted due to insanity | Documentation of the attack

The court determined that Yona Simcha Schreiber from Pedu'el committed the acts attributed to him - but acquitted him following a psychiatric opinion, which determined that he was in a psychotic state. He will be sent for psychiatric hospitalization for a period of six years.

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