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The giant Israeli flag in Kfar Shmaryahu was recently removed due to a legal dispute between its owner, the local council, and the Herzliya municipality. Boaz Hayun shared that he raised it "with the intention of uniting the people" after October 7, and has now decided not to appeal - because "such an appeal would not unite the people." In Kfar Shmaryahu, they denied his words.

Lior Tadla Salomon, a former senior official at the Population and Immigration Authority's "Ethiopian Desk," demanded sexual favors from women in his community in exchange for assistance with status and visa issues. Convicted of bribery and invasion of privacy, he has been sentenced to 12 months in prison and permanently barred from civil service.

Redness, dryness, or a burning sensation are just some of the effects of a day at the beach. A skincare expert explains how to properly treat the skin after sun exposure – and which mistakes to avoid.

Following the easing of the heatwave, Israel expects partly cloudy skies and a further drop in temperatures. On Saturday, unseasonal rain is possible in the east of the country.

Twelve organizations caring for children with disabilities have appealed to the Ministry of Education to halt budget cuts for special education. They accuse the ministry of pushing the policy through in a "sneak attack" under the cover of Operation "Lion's Roar".

About two weeks ago, we revealed that only about a third of flights from Ben Gurion Airport departed on time. Now, as the daily number of passengers has crossed the 100,000 threshold, the rate of on-time flights remains stagnant, while the average delay has jumped from 40 to 74.3 minutes, alongside a rise in cancellations.

At the extreme sports boarding school of the "Elaor" organization, they believe that the rehabilitation of at-risk youth begins with building trust. Roman Har-Nof, a counselor at the boarding school and a reservist soldier: "Every such departure brings up old feelings for them again."

New therapeutic groups established at Achva Academic College for bereaved families and friends, as well as for adolescents on the autism spectrum, aim to provide much-needed support in the region.

What began as a murder charge ended in a conviction for causing death with diminished responsibility and a ten-year prison sentence. Adv. Ofer Bartal recounts the circumstances that led to the shooting, why he believes the case was on the verge of self-defense, and the pardon request currently being filed.

After the murder of Benny Shlomo, the financial operative took the lead. Nagar's controversial move — a reconciliation with his sworn enemies from the Lavi family — turned members of his own crime organization against him, as they refuse to accept his authority.

A decade after the flood: The circular trail in the Nahal Ayun Nature Reserve has reopened. During August, Maariv and the Israel Nature and Parks Authority present the innovations you didn't know about in popular and forgotten nature reserves and national parks. Third article in the series.

Most of the abuse occurred in the victim's home or in a familiar environment. The most common form of abuse is contact under clothing. Yael Stern-Gordon, CEO of the "Beit LeKol Yeled" organization, said: "Sexual abuse of minors happens everywhere and in all layers of the population."

According to data from the "Beit LeKol Yeled" organization for 2025, only 10% of the children and teenagers treated were abused by a stranger, compared to 50% who were abused within the family and 35% by another known person. The home was the most common place where the abuse occurred.

While the number of doctors leaving the country has surged in the last two years, not even 25 million shekels could be found for transporting interns after shifts. Hundreds of millions were "shaved" from the Ministry of Health budget under the whitewashed title of "civilian emergency expenses." This is not a mistake, it is a policy.

The Southern District Attorney's Office has filed an indictment against two teenagers from Be'er Sheva who allegedly stalked an elderly couple, attacked them, and stole a handbag. The victim was knocked down and dragged along the ground while trying to protect her belongings.

Judge Milton Lívio Lemos Sales was documented in shorts, smoking and drinking wine directly from the bottle during an online hearing. He was suspended from his position and banned from entering court premises, later claiming: 'They are slandering me'.

The hidden synagogues of Jerusalem preserve ancient Selichot traditions, from the melodies of the Jews of Yazd and Greece to the prayers of Breslov and Yemenite Jews. Alongside the prayers are woven stories of kindness, heroism, and Jerusalem legends that have become an inseparable part of the nights of Elul in the city.

While war, fear, and polarization have further distanced Jews and Arabs, in Givat Haviva they are trying to build a bridge on the grass. Dozens of teenagers from both sides come to a joint camp, train, sleep, learn each other's customs, and discover that on the pitch they speak the same language.

A study published in the journal BMC Medicine has found a link between reducing sitting time and a lower risk of 13 types of cancer. Analyzing data from 59,218 people, researchers found that even small changes in routine matter: standing is better than sitting, walking is more effective than standing, and short bursts of vigorous activity yield the greatest benefits.

A study recently published in the journal "Appetite" examined the link between our ability to cope with emotions and emotional eating — a state in which we turn to food not because we are hungry, but due to stress, sadness, anxiety, or other feelings. The researchers found that difficulty in coping with emotions is linked to an increased tendency for emotional eating, a phenomenon that, according...

A confrontation occurred on Wednesday in Ashkelon between a municipal inspector and a young man during routine enforcement activities. Following the circulation of footage on social media, police have launched a search for the suspect, and the municipality has announced an investigation into the inspector's conduct.

The Ministry of Transport is launching an enforcement program where undercover inspectors equipped with body cameras will document incidents on buses in real time to combat violence and bullying.

During a joint enforcement operation in Haifa, eight cats kept in poor conditions were rescued. Upon entering the apartment, inspectors also discovered two children with special needs living in severe sanitary neglect.

The former Knesset member comes to the defense of the well-known ice cream chain in the shadow of a 350 million shekel class-action lawsuit, and sharply attacks the reports: "The economic press has already held a trial and convicted."

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) alleged that an Apple store manager in Virginia made antisemitic remarks and refused to accommodate an employee's Shabbat observance. Apple denied the allegations but agreed to a settlement.

Senior government and security officials, along with municipal leaders, gathered in Safed for the Galilee Conference 2026. The event focused on strengthening security, accelerating demographic growth, and transforming the North into an independent hub of opportunity.

According to a report by i24NEWS, the Central District Attorney reached an agreement with Yonatan Urich for nine months of community service in the "Bild affair." While the Attorney General supported the plea deal, State Attorney Amit Aisman strongly opposed it and vetoed the move, causing the negotiations to collapse.

The Tel Aviv Labor Court has approved a class action lawsuit against the four HMOs, alleging improper preference for large families. The court determined that there is a reasonable chance the lawsuit will be decided in favor of the group members. The HMOs may be required to cancel the discounted family rate.

Almost three years after October 7, Eliya Cohen and Ziv Abud are coming full circle ahead of their wedding: Moshe Shapira, the father of Aner Shapira (of blessed memory), who fought heroically and saved many in the 'death shelter' in Re'im where they were, will be the one to write their ketubah.

The Tel Aviv Regional Labor Court has approved a class action lawsuit against Clalit, Maccabi, Meuhedet, and Leumit regarding the exemption from supplementary insurance payments for families with four or more children. The court noted significant challenges regarding potential retroactive financial compensation.

The investigation has been transferred to the Lahav 433 unit by order of the Police Commissioner. Authorities are checking the possibility that the mother and daughter packed their belongings, checked out of their hotel on Saturday morning, and left of their own volition. They were last seen near a train station.

Tension within Likud is peaking as the Supreme Court begins hearings on petitions filed by various candidates. This evening, the party will learn whether its long-running legal saga is nearing an end or if the uncertainty surrounding the upcoming primaries will continue.

This evening (Wednesday) we published new details regarding the solving of the murder case of Muhammad Mahamid in Umm al-Fahm from January of this year. The investigation reveals that the victim was liquidated in a local bakery and that the motive was a blood feud and family honor.

A dog infected with rabies was found in a parking lot in Ramat Gan; the Ministry of Health urges anyone who had contact with it to seek medical evaluation: "We must not allow a repeat of the fatal outcome seen two years ago."

We are releasing exclusive footage of the 'grenade war' that raged about a month ago during the violent conflict between the Musli and Jarushi crime organizations. The video shows two suspects from Lod and Modiin carrying out attacks in Rishon LeZion, Netanya, and Ramat Gan before being caught by police.

The conversation between the friend of the late Binyahu Razi and Magen David Adom after he was stabbed has reached "Maariv". In the conversation, the dispatcher tried to assist him. Additionally, a photo of Agam Tsarfi was published from a video call immediately after the murder.

On October 7, Eli-a Cohen and Ziv Avod were in a shelter in Re'im. Ahead of their wedding, the two chose to honor Moshe Shapira, the father of Aner, who fought heroically in the shelter and deflected grenades thrown inside, thus saving many of those present with his own body. "For us, this is a full circle that is hard to describe in words," they said.

Due to grave concerns over a management vacuum and harm to thousands of employees and creators, members of the broadcasting corporation's board have turned to the court with an urgent demand to prevent the organization's paralysis as early as this coming November.

Eldar Dayan was laid to rest on Tuesday, and his family is still struggling to process his death. Family members are furious at a police investigator who accompanied the case, claiming she told them there was a "98% chance he is alive," and declare: "We will make sure she pays."

Israel Police arrested a 70-year-old imam from Hebron suspected of inciting terrorism on social media. The arrest took place while thousands of worshipers were visiting the Cave of the Patriarchs.