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Cyprus Suspects Organized Ring Uses Israeli Tourists to Smuggle Cigarettes
Cyprus customs authorities have uncovered an organized smuggling ring using Israeli tourists to transport cheap cigarettes from northern Cyprus to Israel via Larnaca Airport.

Average Monthly Mortgage Payment in Israel Drops 4.8% Annually to 10,864 NIS
A study by the Alrov Institute shows the average monthly mortgage payment in Israel fell 4.8% annually to 10,864 NIS, with massive disparities between Tel Aviv and Be'er Sheva.

Israel Meteorological Service Warns of Extreme Autumn Rainfall and Flooding Risk
The Israel Meteorological Service warns of an exceptionally wet autumn and winter, with October rainfall projected to reach twice the average, prompting early flood coordination meetings with emergency services.

Daniel Pinsky Becomes First Israeli to Sail in Solo Golden Globe Race
Daniel Pinsky, 35, has become the first Israeli sailor to compete in the Golden Globe Race, a grueling nine-month, non-stop solo voyage around the world using retro 1960s navigation technology.

Senior Police Official Slams IDF for Excluding Force from Surprise Drill
A senior Israel Police official criticized the IDF for excluding the police from a major surprise exercise, warning that the lessons of October 7 have not been learned and that the country will pay a heavy price.

Anthropic Abandons $6 Billion Acquisition of Israeli AI Startup Decart
Anthropic has decided to withdraw from talks to acquire Israeli AI startup Decart AI for approximately $6 billion. The companies may still explore other collaboration options.

Newborn Kitten Survives 122-Kilometer Journey Inside Hot SUV Engine in Texas
A newborn kitten in Texas survived a grueling 122-kilometer journey trapped inside a hot SUV engine bay before being rescued by hospital workers and animal control in Kerrville.

Thailand to Shorten Tourist Visas to 30 Days and Tighten Entry Rules
Thailand is shortening its visa-free stay to 30 days starting September 15 and tightening entry rules. Meanwhile, local business competition has led to police raids on Israeli-owned businesses.

Osher Ad Cuts Prices on Tuna, Olive Oil, and Salmon in New Discount Campaign
Israeli discount supermarket chain Osher Ad launches major promotions on staples, offering a four-pack of tuna for 9.90 NIS, olive oil for 14.90 NIS, and salmon fillets for 44.90 NIS per kilogram.

Russia Strikes Kyiv with Ballistic Missiles Ending 72-Hour Truce
Russia launched a ballistic missile strike on Kyiv, damaging residential buildings. The attack ended a 72-hour capital-strike truce as U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner push to revive peace talks.

South Korean Court Fines Man $2,200 for Trespassing to Relieve Himself
A South Korean court fined a man 3 million won for trespassing to relieve himself in a stranger's yard, rejecting his medical emergency defense due to his extensive criminal record.

US States Threaten British Firms with Retaliation Over West Bank Boycott
As the UK prepares to boycott West Bank settlement products, US Representative Randy Fine warns that British firms complying with the policy face blacklisting and loss of billions in Florida contracts. Over 30 US states hold similar anti-BDS laws.

How an Israeli Doula Transformed Personal Tragedy Into a Healing Mission
Esther Avraham, a mother of six and a doula from Moshav Beit Hilkia, shares her journey of healing, overcoming a tragic late-term pregnancy loss, and bridging physical and emotional therapy.

Washington Family Rescues Pet Cat Accidentally Thrown Away in Old Sofa
Washington reporter Neal Augenstein and his family successfully rescued their pet cat, Mike, after accidentally throwing him away inside an old sofa destined for a waste shredder.

Channel 12 News Debuts Dynamic New Opening Sequence for Evening Broadcast
Channel 12 News has launched a dynamic new opening sequence for its main evening broadcast, featuring a high-tempo countdown and highlighting its team of journalists.

Trump Threatens to Block Canadian Bombardier Jet Sales in US Amid Trade Dispute
US President Donald Trump threatened to block Canadian manufacturer Bombardier from selling aircraft in the United States, escalating a trade war that has already triggered 50% tariffs on $20 billion of Canadian goods.

Indian Woman Presumed Dead and Cremated Returns Alive After Two Years
A 28-year-old Indian woman named Shivani, presumed dead and cremated over two years ago, has returned home alive, sparking a complex police investigation into her disappearance and the identity of the cremated body.

Oren Dobronsky Declines Likud Knesset Spot to Focus on AI Ministry
Oren Dobronsky, star of "The Sharks," declined a top-ten spot on the Likud list for the upcoming Knesset elections. He agreed with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to serve only as a professional Minister for AI Affairs.

Ido David Cohen Appointed First Spokesperson for Haaretz-TheMarker Group
Ido David Cohen, a veteran media and culture reporter, has been appointed as the first-ever spokesperson for the Haaretz-TheMarker Group, aiming to boost the public presence of its investigative journalism.

Internal Rebellion Exposed in Degel HaTorah Party After Ousting of Veteran Lawmakers
A major internal rebellion has been exposed within the Degel HaTorah party following the ousting of veteran lawmakers Moshe Gafni and Uri Maklev. Rabbi Dov Lando ordered the reshuffle, stripping future MKs of the power to independently hire aides.

Beloved Tel Aviv Rabbi Ben Zion Nesher Passes Away After 52 Years of Service
Prominent Tel Aviv Rabbi Ben Zion Nesher has passed away, leaving a legacy of 52 years of rabbinical service and a steadfast commitment to preserving Jewish tradition in the city.

Average Rent in Israel Crosses 5,000 NIS as Outer-Circle Cities Surge
Average monthly rent in Israel crossed 5,000 NIS in the first half of 2026, rising 3.1% to 5,069 NIS. While Tel Aviv remains the most expensive city, outer-circle areas like Beit Shemesh saw the sharpest increases, jumping 9.9%.

Secret 1993 Meeting Documents Between Shimon Peres and King Hussein Revealed
The Peres Center for Peace and Innovation has released classified documents from a secret 1993 meeting in Amman between Shimon Peres and King Hussein of Jordan, which laid the groundwork for the 1994 peace treaty.

Report Reveals Sharp Rise in Israeli Teacher Burnout and Friction with Parents
A new report by the Forum of Organizations for Public Psychology reveals that 88% of Israeli educational psychologists report a rise in teacher distress, driven by prolonged wartime stress and a sharp increase in conflicts with parents.