Society

A Hadera saleswoman was indicted for saving a customer's credit card details after a physical store purchase and using them to fraudulently buy items.

A ZAKA volunteer in Bnei Brak made a harrowing discovery when responding to a decomposed body, realizing the deceased was his own uncle amidst a rising silent epidemic of isolated deaths.

Two Nazareth residents were arrested after police found drugs and a fragmentation grenade hidden under a baby stroller in a car during a raid on a rental cabin.

Thailand has shortened its visa-exempt stay period for tourists from dozens of countries, including Israel, from 60 days down to 30 days starting Tuesday.

The Ministry of Education admitted in the Supreme Court that it lacks data on allergic children as it implements a controversial pilot program replacing classroom medical aides with school nurses.

Released hostage Liri Albag sharply criticized documentary director Yuval Abraham over his controversial film 'NZA', while a formal police complaint was filed regarding potential security violations during its production.

Israel faces extreme heatwaves with temperatures reaching up to 41 degrees in Eilat and heavy heat stress across the country. Meteorological warnings are in effect.

Israel Police filed an indictment against an Eilat resident in his 30s for driving without a license, fleeing police, and threatening an officer and his family.

Secular tourism in Bnei Brak drops by nearly half amid military service tensions and societal friction, though culinary and cultural tours continue on modified routes.

A medical review highlights that a rare red discoloration of the nail's half-moon lunula can sometimes indicate underlying health issues like heart failure or autoimmune diseases.

A scientific review reveals that flushing toilets releases microscopic droplets containing bacteria and viruses to breathing height. Researchers recommend closing the lid and disinfecting surfaces.

A new Knesset report reveals severe geographic and socioeconomic disparities in Israel's identification of gifted students, with most candidates coming from central districts.

El Al Israel Airlines announced an expansion of its direct flights to London Heathrow for the 2026-2027 winter season, adding three weekly flights and offering up to twenty weekly flights total to the British capital.

A new ACRI report exposes severe safety, sanitation, and electrical hazards in 11 unrecognized Negev schools, serving 7,200 students with raw sewage and crumbling infrastructure.

A 19-year-old man was seriously injured in a stabbing incident on Shlomo Ben Yosef Street in Ashdod. Police launched an investigation with a suspected criminal background.

Hostage survivor Rom Braslavski released a powerful video condemning government silence over the suicide of over 120 IDF combat veterans with PTSD since October 7.

The Israeli Supreme Court ruled that Clalit Health Services compromised patient privacy by using only ID numbers for phone verification, prompting security upgrades and compensation awards.

The Beersheba District Court will sentence Suriya Abu Arar for the reckless homicide of engaged couple Shahaf Danino and Eliav Abukasis in a fatal crash.

The Israel Securities Authority concluded its criminal probe into Daniel Zaritsky over the unlawful marketing of the Pocket Option platform to Israeli investors, transferring the case to prosecutors.

Data from the Schechter Institute reveals a growing interest in Jewish studies among tech and management professionals, alongside a younger average student age and geographic expansion.

An Electra Afikim bus driver on line 350 was suspended after passengers filmed him watching TikTok videos while driving from Bnei Brak to Ashdod and yelling at them.

The Ministry of Tourism announced "Israeli Tourism Month" for November 2026, featuring subsidized 18-shekel artist performances and regional tourism campaigns across four nationwide zones to support local businesses.

Channel 12 journalist Adva Dadon warned the public that scammers created a fake Facebook group using her name to lure users into fraudulent financial advice schemes.

A Qalansawe resident was arrested for allegedly inciting violence against MK Mansour Abbas on social media. Meanwhile, police continue cracking down on online threats targeting Israeli public figures.

The deputy mayor of Rishon LeZion was questioned again by police regarding serious allegations including rape and threats. Prosecutors will soon review the case.

Yohanan Elishuv, the last surviving participant of the historic ink flag hoisting at Um Rashrash in 1949, passed away at 95. A legendary Palmach veteran of the 1948 generation, he fought in fierce battles and later worked in road development.

The family of missing girl Haimnot Kasau met with Lahav 433 police officers, expressing deep frustration and demanding the case be transferred to the Shin Bet.

Israel's desalination plants have resumed operations after a two-week crisis caused by an algal bloom in the Mediterranean. The national water system is now fully stable.

Magen David Adom operates on high alert ahead of Yom Kippur with 39,000 staff and volunteers. MDA urges the public to follow safety guidelines, prepare protected spaces, and stay hydrated.

The Ministry of Health urges high-risk populations to get vaccinated early for the winter season, as hospitals and HMOs prepare for a respiratory illness surge.

A Netivot factory safe containing millions in checks was stolen during the holiday despite a triggered security alert, while a separate moshav home was burglarized of gold, jewelry, and a firearm.

A new report highlights global destinations where tourists report cold or impatient treatment, including Paris, Italy, and Germany. While local fatigue grows, tourism remains a vital economic pillar.

A convicted weapons smuggler from Kuseife has been ordered to pay the state 105,000 shekels to cover his emergency military helicopter evacuation following a border chase.

Kan's Makan network launches a new weekly radio program titled "Sound of Copper," hosted by Wassim Kayouf, exploring the challenges, successes, and regional ties of Israel's Druze community.

A Petah Tikva court extended the remand of Yigal Boskila, suspect in the abduction of a 10-year-old boy, as police investigate additional complaints.

Tel Aviv faces major traffic disruptions on September 16-17 due to Sarit Hadad's 30th-anniversary concerts at Yarkon Park. Authorities advise using public transit and designated park-and-ride lots.

Three brothers and their father have been charged with kidnapping a man over a drug debt, extorting his family, and shooting near his legs before a Yamam rescue operation.

Meet 82-year-old Ruth de Jong, a Dutch-born physician who converted to Judaism and now lives alone in the ancient Druze village of Peki'in, dedicated to maintaining the holy cave of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai.

The State Attorney's Office filed an indictment against a 55-year-old central Israel resident for allegedly raping and abusing his daughter for six years starting at age eight.

A violent clash occurred outside the Petah Tikva Family Court during a custody hearing for the daughter of Lia Malka, who was murdered in June. Her ex-husband, once a murder suspect, faced angry relatives.