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A 33-year-old Wolt courier from Bnei Brak was arrested on Tuesday for stabbing a bus driver in Ramat Gan following a road dispute. The driver sustained light injuries, and the suspect fled the scene before being apprehended.

Two months after the murder of 18-year-old Asma Abu Ghanem in Ramle, police have arrested four suspects, including a relative. Authorities believe the incident was rooted in a family dispute.

Police and Border Police forces raided the homes of suspects in Lakiya as part of an economic enforcement operation against crime instigators. During the searches, approximately 260,000 shekels in cash, thousands of dollars, and Jordanian dinars were seized. A Range Rover and a Toyota were impounded as part of debt collection, and two residents of the town were detained for questioning.

Professor Ohad Hochman, CEO of the Bnai Zion Medical Center in Haifa, is leading a strategic plan for the institution through 2050. The program focuses on leadership, innovation, humanity, and resilience, featuring the construction of a new protected clinic building and the development of centers of excellence.

Repeated water quality tests in Haifa have led to the lifting of the swimming ban at several sites, though two popular beaches remain closed due to continued pollution.

United Airlines has announced the resumption of direct flights between San Francisco and Tel Aviv starting March 28, 2027. The route will operate three times weekly as part of the airline's largest international network expansion.

Eight days after a road dispute in Ramat Gan, police arrested a 33-year-old Wolt courier from Bnei Brak suspected of stabbing a bus driver. During a search of his motorcycle, detectives found spikes and scissors inside his delivery box.

A man classified as high-risk violated the restrictions imposed on him within days and notified a woman of his intention to reach Jerusalem. Following concerns for her safety, he was located and arrested, and an indictment was filed against him.

New and worrying data from the Assuta Institute shows that an absolute majority of the public is afraid to go to hospitals, with the main concern reaching an unprecedented rate of almost 90 percent of respondents.

An audit committee found serious deficiencies in the training of cardiology residents at Kaplan Hospital, including alleged falsified records. The Scientific Council recommended exceptional measures, including revoking the accreditation of the cardiology department and conducting an individual assessment of the doctors who completed their residency there.

Maher Al-Gargawi (20) from Segev Shalom has been indicted for the attempted murder of a young man at a supermarket in Be'er Sheva. Alongside an accomplice who remains at large, he stabbed the victim during a violent family feud. The victim identified the defendant during the police investigation.

Fahmi Ziadat, who married just a month ago, was killed in a truck collision in the Jezreel Valley. Meanwhile, in Jerusalem, a car theft suspect died after crashing into a pole while fleeing police.

Media personality Rani Rahav says goodbye to Prof. Avi Degani, founder of "Geocartography," who passed away at the age of 88. "He made history in his lifetime," Rahav eulogized the pioneer of market research who contributed greatly to shaping the country.

The incident occurred in a residential yard following a family dispute. The child was hospitalized with multiple bruises. Prosecutors have filed charges against the 43-year-old northern resident, requesting he remain in custody until the end of legal proceedings.

According to the police, the suspect fled in a vehicle stolen from Katamon and drove against the flow of traffic. Police officers fired at the vehicle's tires in an attempt to stop him, but he continued driving until he collided with a pole and a private vehicle at the At-Tur junction. A police officer and a civilian were lightly injured.

The extreme heat waves hitting Israel are a significant health risk, especially among sensitive populations. An expert explains how to distinguish between dehydration and heat stroke, how to prevent them, and what treatment is required.

In the Israeli summer, it is hard to imagine a day without an air conditioner. But improper use can cause dryness in the eyes and respiratory tract, worsen allergies and asthma, and even affect the quality of the air we breathe. The good news is that a few simple habits can make all the difference.

The vehicle was stolen from the Katamon neighborhood. The suspect fled, drove against the flow of traffic, and died in a single-vehicle accident at the At-Tur junction. During the pursuit, police forces fired at the vehicle's tires. A police officer and a civilian were lightly injured.

The University of Roehampton in the UK provides scholarships to students who excel in competitive video games, and has already distributed more than 100 of them. While the average graduate debt in England exceeds the 47,500 pound mark, experts warn that millions of pounds in scholarships remain unclaimed each year, partly due to students' lack of awareness of their eligibility.

Today there will be another slight rise in temperatures, which will be higher than usual, and extreme heat will be felt in large areas. On Friday some relief is expected, but on Saturday it will warm up again, and towards night local rain is expected in the north and center, alongside thunderstorms.

The global ranking is based on a new study by the Shoresh Institution for Socioeconomic Research, which compared teachers in Israel to their counterparts in OECD countries. The study's authors claim that the knowledge level of Israeli teachers in core subjects is among the lowest in the developed world. Among the countries tested, only Italy, Latvia, and Poland are ranked below Israel.

A Treasury plan proposes a root-and-branch reform of the education system, transferring teacher employment and school management to local authorities. Former Ministers and Directors-General of the Ministry of Education are divided on whether this is a necessary shake-up or a recipe for inequality.

The girlfriend of a young man from India spent 3.5 hours imprinting thousands of lipstick kisses on his car. Traffic police tracked the vehicle via social media and fined the owner. He was allowed to drive only after the marks were removed and the car was washed.

MADA medics evacuated the victim to Hillel Yaffe Hospital while he was conscious, suffering from penetrating wounds. Police are investigating whether the incident is connected to the assassination of Yanis Yushaev, who was shot dead on Sunday near Caesarea. Two suspects were arrested in Hadera last night in connection with the murder.

Who is behind the bustling hospitality stand on the line between the Muslim Quarter and the Jewish Quarter, and how did it become a magnet for Western Wall visitors who stop there on their way?

The 18-year-old suspect was brought to court this morning after being arrested on suspicion of a severe assault on a bus driver in Modi'in Illit. At the police's request, his detention was extended by three days, until Thursday, for the purpose of continuing the investigation.

The 37-year-old reality star is seen jumping on a person who, according to him, "took" over two million shekels from him, choking, hitting, and kicking him, until two people present are forced to struggle with him and pull him away. All this in his father's restaurant, as he warned earlier today, admitting: "My behavior is not the most balanced."

Professor Avi Dagani, one of the founders of the market research and polling field in Israel, who founded the Geocartography Group with his wife, Dr. Rina Dagani, has passed away at the age of 88. For over 5 decades, he was active in academia and the business world and was a leader in the field of geographic information systems in Israel.

While state schools are desperate for manpower and opening their gates to diversity, religious schools are closing their doors to secular teachers. The system is calling for orientation and training, but educators are demanding to overcome the crisis: "It is time to dismantle the tribal walls."

The social media personality and Big Brother alumnus uploaded a series of surprising videos in which he confesses to a physical assault and explains why he decided to expose the embarrassing footage himself before anyone else could.

At least one in four former football players who passed away between 2016 and 2021 was found to have signs of CTE, a degenerative disease linked to repetitive head injuries. Researchers warn: a large portion of the hits did not occur during games, but rather during practices and in youth leagues.

The rain event that occurred more than a week ago was not the last: the Meteorological Service predicts more rain at the beginning of next week, which may break seasonal records. "Two rain events in August are extremely unusual and even unprecedented," the service reported.

After a tense manhunt lasting more than a day while waiting for the "golden intelligence," YAMAM fighters raided a warehouse near a residential building in Hadera and arrested the suspect in the murder of the head of the Caucasian mafia. Source in the investigation: the suspect was caught by surprise.

Police investigators proved that the fire in the house near Beit Amra was caused by an electrical fault and not by arson. After a series of contradictions, the mother and her son admitted that they had framed Israelis after their family members had been attacked in the past.

Judge Sagalit Ofek ruled that a mistake was made in the deceased's will. The judge noted the close relationship between the uncle and his nephew, describing it as that of a "father and son." The nieces, who attempted to profit from the error, were ordered to pay 60,000 shekels in legal costs.

Four teenagers were arrested after allegedly smashing the entrance door of a shop in Safed, breaking into it, and stealing several scooters, it was learned today (Tuesday). The incident occurred at night in mid-August, when police received a report regarding a break-in at a local scooter shop.

The 46-year-old billionaire arrived at a trailer park following an online ad and was arrested by police. This is the embarrassing amount he paid and the lenient sentence he received in court.

The discovery of the remains of the Irgun ship has resurfaced the personal stories of those who were on both sides of the barricades. The daughter of Israel Sander, who was on the Altalena and came out unscathed: "Dad lost many friends and did not talk about it." Yaniv Simon, grandson of Benjamin Bubesh, who received the mission to sink the ship: "In real time, he did not understand the magnitude...

Following the detection of infected mosquitoes in vast areas from north to south, authorities have issued emergency guidelines to the public after one patient died and others were hospitalized.

In the not-so-distant past, people visited an ophthalmologist mainly when their glasses no longer fit or when they were diagnosed with conditions like cataracts. Today, thanks to advanced examinations, more precise treatments, and a broad view of all parts of the eye, it is possible to identify problems earlier, tailor more accurate solutions, and in some cases, prevent significant deterioration...