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Aug 12, 2026
20:08Maariv
Reichman University awarded the Minister of Defense Shield for 2026
Education

Reichman University awarded the Minister of Defense Shield for 2026

As part of the examination, conversations were held with recommenders and checks were conducted with bodies in the Ministry of Defense and the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission. The Ministry of Defense thanked the university for its support of reservists.

19:59Walla
Rabies outbreak spreads to central Israel: woman bitten in Ramat Gan; search for jackal in the north
Local News

Rabies outbreak spreads to central Israel: woman bitten in Ramat Gan; search for jackal in the north

Veterinary services are concerned about the spread of rabies from northern regions to Gush Dan, the Sharon, and Samaria. Since the beginning of the year, 95 confirmed cases have been recorded nationwide.

Arson at Japanika restaurant in Givatayim: suspects arrested
Crime

Arson at Japanika restaurant in Givatayim: suspects arrested

A month after the arson attack in central Israel, police have arrested two 18-year-old residents of Rehovot. Security footage shows a masked suspect pouring flammable liquid at the restaurant entrance before fleeing with an accomplice on an electric scooter.

19:53ICE
A blow to Domino's Pizza: Court approves class action lawsuit against it
Crime

A blow to Domino's Pizza: Court approves class action lawsuit against it

The Labor Court made a decision in favor of couriers and hourly workers employed over the last seven years, setting new rules regarding overtime pay, bonuses, and Sabbath work compensation.

19:50Ynet
Documentation of Agam Tsarfati watching the murder revealed: The route and transcripts of the main defendant's interrogation
Crime

Documentation of Agam Tsarfati watching the murder revealed: The route and transcripts of the main defendant's interrogation

Smiling and placing a hand on her face: The former partner of Benyahu Razi was documented in a video call in footage obtained by ynet. Before the murder, the group arrived at a 'Nutella' branch, were summoned to the home of the defendant Linor Sasson, and there they equipped themselves with knives. This is how the main defendant responded to the investigator's questions.

19:39Ynet
Yellow star and shocking shouts from the protest: 'Israel will fail, it is no less than the Germans'
Crime

Yellow star and shocking shouts from the protest: 'Israel will fail, it is no less than the Germans'

Ultra-Orthodox protesters, demonstrating against the arrest of a draft dodger, blocked Highway 4 and caused massive traffic jams. They distributed yellow stars with the word 'Haredi' and compared military service to death in Nazi extermination camps, drawing sharp condemnation from the political establishment.

19:33Maariv
No leads for 899 days: Eynat's family appeals to the Shin Bet
Crime

No leads for 899 days: Eynat's family appeals to the Shin Bet

899 days after Eynat Kasau disappeared from the absorption center in Safed, her family held a protest outside the Shin Bet offices, demanding the agency join the search efforts. Her father addressed a personal letter to the head of the Shin Bet, pleading for assistance.

19:24Maariv
Alarming Data: One in Two Adults in Israel Lives with Overweight or Obesity
Health

Alarming Data: One in Two Adults in Israel Lives with Overweight or Obesity

Data from Maccabi Healthcare Services reveals a troubling trend: about 50% of adults live with overweight or obesity, with 23% classified as obese, while 26% of children also struggle with weight issues.

19:22Now14
Drugs, cash and illegal residents: a night of arrests in south Tel Aviv
Crime

Drugs, cash and illegal residents: a night of arrests in south Tel Aviv

Enforcement operation in south Tel Aviv: The police updated today (Wednesday) that they carried out an enforcement operation last night at several locations suspected of illegal drug trafficking, alongside the issuance of numerous traffic tickets. As part of the activity, the forces raided a building on Shoken Street, seized many findings, and arrested a suspect who was transferred for further...

19:19Walla
Virus spreading: areas where West Nile fever-infected mosquitoes were found
Health

Virus spreading: areas where West Nile fever-infected mosquitoes were found

Mosquitoes carrying the virus have been detected in several locations across Israel. The Ministry of Health reports 13 cases this season and one death. Authorities are urging the public to eliminate standing water and increase pest control measures.

19:05Maariv
Supreme Court Rejects Petition in Military Advocate General Affair
Crime

Supreme Court Rejects Petition in Military Advocate General Affair

The Supreme Court rejected the petition in the Military Advocate General affair, ruling that there is no cause to intervene in the conduct of the investigation or to prevent the State Attorney from deciding on the case. It was further determined that Justice Minister Yariv Levin should not be given additional time to appoint an external supervisor.

Grenade attack in Bat Yam: police finalize evidentiary case against three suspects
Crime

Grenade attack in Bat Yam: police finalize evidentiary case against three suspects

Following a grenade explosion in a Bat Yam residential building, police arrested three suspects in Ashdod. Investigators have linked them to serious charges, including conspiracy to commit a crime and negligent storage of hazardous materials.

18:32ICE
Highway 4 blocked: severe unrest in the central region
Local News

Highway 4 blocked: severe unrest in the central region

An illegal demonstration and heavy traffic disruptions are being reported at this hour following the blocking of the Geha junction in both directions. The police are operating with large forces and warning against the use of force, as the background to the event begins to be revealed.

18:22Now14
On the way to the north: Razer thrills and coffee with a view of the Sea of Galilee
Travel

On the way to the north: Razer thrills and coffee with a view of the Sea of Galilee

There are many ways to get to the Sea of Galilee, but one route turns the trip itself into an adventure. In Moshav Amnon, you can combine an adrenaline-filled off-road Razer tour with a relaxing coffee break overlooking the Galilee and the lake.

18:16Now14
High Court rejects petition in Sde Teiman affair: Isman will be involved in the investigation
Crime

High Court rejects petition in Sde Teiman affair: Isman will be involved in the investigation

The Supreme Court, sitting as the High Court of Justice (HCJ), rejected a petition regarding the investigation into the leak of materials in the Sde Teiman affair. The judges unanimously ruled that the court should not dictate investigative methods to the police, and the majority allowed the State Attorney to resume his involvement in the case.

18:08Maariv
"He said he was from the National Insurance Institute": Daughter prevents scam against her father
Crime

"He said he was from the National Insurance Institute": Daughter prevents scam against her father

A couple from Ashdod arrived at the woman's father's house after he stopped answering calls and found him with a man who, according to the indictment, was attempting to defraud him of 80,000 shekels. The investigation uncovered three additional cases, and the prosecution has filed an indictment with a request for detention.

18:00Now14
High Court hearing that could save Likud primaries moved to this evening
Crime

High Court hearing that could save Likud primaries moved to this evening

The Supreme Court, sitting as the High Court of Justice (Bagatz), has decided to move to this evening (Wednesday) the hearing on the petition regarding the change in Likud primary rules and the possibility for Knesset members and ministers to run in district slots as well. The hearing, which was scheduled for tomorrow, will take place today at 21:00 before a panel of the Supreme Court. The...

Precedent: Indictments against three boat operators suspected of sailing under the influence of alcohol
Crime

Precedent: Indictments against three boat operators suspected of sailing under the influence of alcohol

The operators were detained in the Gulf of Eilat and their boating licenses were suspended for 30 days. One suspect refused testing, while breathalyzer tests for the other two revealed alcohol concentrations of 483 and 403 mcg.

17:56Walla
Heartbreaking: Gazelle kept in a basement near Jenin - suspect arrested
Crime

Heartbreaking: Gazelle kept in a basement near Jenin - suspect arrested

During an operation in the village of Raa, Border Police officers from Judea and Samaria, together with inspectors from the Nature and Parks Authority, located a gazelle allegedly kept illegally in a private home. The animal was seized for a veterinary examination and is expected to be moved to the Safari in Ramat Gan.

17:50ICE
Moshe Katsav's lawyer in a dramatic statement: "He did not rape, period"
Crime

Moshe Katsav's lawyer in a dramatic statement: "He did not rape, period"

Years after the former president finished serving his prison sentence for serious sex offenses, his defense attorney stands before the cameras and refuses to back down from his firm position regarding the case that shook the country.

Pedestrian in his 30s seriously injured after being hit by a bus in Ramle
Crime

Pedestrian in his 30s seriously injured after being hit by a bus in Ramle

The victim was evacuated to Shamir-Assaf Harofeh Hospital with head and limb injuries; his condition remains unstable. A MADA paramedic noted that the man suffered severe bodily trauma.

17:43Maariv
Behind the name "Orel Hazan": Suspicion of a multi-year romantic fraud
Crime

Behind the name "Orel Hazan": Suspicion of a multi-year romantic fraud

A young woman in her 20s is suspected of impersonating a man named "Orel Hazan" for a prolonged period and conducting romantic and sexual relationships with several women. The police have released the fake identity and are calling on other potential victims to come forward.

42% of teaching graduates from the state-religious education system were absorbed into the secular education system
Education

42% of teaching graduates from the state-religious education system were absorbed into the secular education system

According to the Central Bureau of Statistics, 42% of teaching graduates from the state-religious sector in 2025 were absorbed into secular schools. This trend has become a primary method for addressing the teacher shortage.

17:37Now14
Beyoncé faces lawsuit over alleged copyright infringement in 'Alien Superstar'
Crime

Beyoncé faces lawsuit over alleged copyright infringement in 'Alien Superstar'

Beyoncé is facing a lawsuit alleging the unauthorized use of a song segment in her hit "Alien Superstar". Hirose Enterprise and producer Shoji Hirose have filed a claim against the singer and various music companies, as reported by TMZ.

17:34Ynet
Mount Etna Erupts: Skies Over Southern Italy Closed, Flight Disruptions Reported
Travel

Mount Etna Erupts: Skies Over Southern Italy Closed, Flight Disruptions Reported

At the peak of the tourist season, Mount Etna is spewing volcanic ash that endangers aircraft. The airport in Catania, the gateway to Sicily, has been forced to suspend operations at least until tomorrow. Passengers are being diverted to Palermo, where they are struggling to find ground transportation.

17:07ICE
A serious warning to parents: What not to do if your child has a fish bone stuck
Health

A serious warning to parents: What not to do if your child has a fish bone stuck

Following two similar medical cases this past weekend, pediatric experts reveal a common mistake parents make and explain when it is critical to seek immediate medical attention.

17:07ICE
National Insurance Institute to pay extended benefits: this is the significant decision that was made
Crime

National Insurance Institute to pay extended benefits: this is the significant decision that was made

Less than 24 hours after an argument with his employer about a work trip, a truck driver suffered a stroke. The court accepted the expert's opinion and recognized the incident as a work-related accident, despite the opposition of the National Insurance Institute.

16:49Now14
Left-wing activists confront Channel 14 news anchor outside studio | Watch
Society

Left-wing activists confront Channel 14 news anchor outside studio | Watch

A sharp confrontation occurred on Wednesday outside the Channel 14 news studios after left-wing activists arrived to protest a broadcast regarding claims by IDF soldiers and their families about the conduct of Arab doctors, specifically concerning the use of the Arabic language during treatment.

16:36Globes
Israel Airports Authority: Delays expected at Ben Gurion Airport due to Greek air traffic
Travel

Israel Airports Authority: Delays expected at Ben Gurion Airport due to Greek air traffic

Greek aviation authorities have limited the number of flights permitted to traverse their airspace en route to Europe. Passengers departing from Ben Gurion Airport are advised to verify their flight schedules with their respective airlines.

Avigdor Lieberman supports tennis club owner: "Do not cut off his livelihood"
Local News

Avigdor Lieberman supports tennis club owner: "Do not cut off his livelihood"

Aylon Levy, a father of 10 and a grandfather, has managed the tennis club in Hod HaSharon since 1999. According to him, the owners of the Sportan complex raised the rent fourfold following an offer from another company. About 30 parents and children arrived to protest the decision, and Avigdor Lieberman also visited to play and support him.

16:34Ynet
Giant traffic jams due to Haredi protests: congestion map and road closures
Crime

Giant traffic jams due to Haredi protests: congestion map and road closures

Haredim opposing IDF conscription have launched protests following the arrest of a draft dodger. Police have warned of significant traffic congestion from the Aluf Sadeh interchange to Em HaMoshavot and along the Jabotinsky axis in Bnei Brak.

16:25Now14
Spanish Police Uncover Trafficking Ring Targeting Migrant Girls
Crime

Spanish Police Uncover Trafficking Ring Targeting Migrant Girls

Spanish police announced on Tuesday the dismantling of a criminal gang that trafficked underage migrant girls. The group is accused of moving victims from care centers in Gran Canaria to other parts of Spain and France, where some were subjected to sexual exploitation. Five suspects, including one minor, were arrested following raids.

16:22N12
Not just more fines - but also an infringement on drivers' rights: behind the dramatic change in speed cameras
Crime

Not just more fines - but also an infringement on drivers' rights: behind the dramatic change in speed cameras

The cameras will be able to enforce smaller violations, and at the same time, drivers who wish to defend themselves against fines will now do so through an administrative track, without the evidentiary burden of criminal proceedings. The combination of the two moves could accelerate the accumulation of points and the revocation of licenses - especially among taxi, bus, and truck drivers.

16:20Now14
Israeli singer reveals: 'I had cancer, I have an exemption from the army'
Health

Israeli singer reveals: 'I had cancer, I have an exemption from the army'

Israeli singer Anne B was asked today (Wednesday) during a 'Q&A' session held on her Instagram account whether she is enlisting and where. In response, the young singer revealed: 'A few years ago I had cancer and therefore I have an exemption from the army, but despite the exemption, I chose to volunteer because it is very important to me to serve and contribute to my country.'

16:13Maariv
Horror in Jerusalem: Man charged with attempted murder of wife using utility knife
Crime

Horror in Jerusalem: Man charged with attempted murder of wife using utility knife

The Jerusalem District Attorney's Office has indicted a local resident who, following years of threats and domestic violence, attacked his wife with a utility knife, leaving her with life-threatening injuries.

15:56Now14
"I am miserable": Reality star wakes up unable to speak
Health

"I am miserable": Reality star wakes up unable to speak

Reality star May Hatuel shared a photo today (Wednesday) from a clinic after waking up this morning "unable to speak." She later added with humor that while her temporary medical condition might be "a bit nice" for those around her, the situation is quite different for her.

15:53Maariv
Instead of false eyelashes: lawyer arrested at Ben Gurion Airport on suspicion of drug smuggling
Crime

Instead of false eyelashes: lawyer arrested at Ben Gurion Airport on suspicion of drug smuggling

A shipment that arrived from England via Turkey aroused the suspicion of customs at Ben Gurion Airport: inside packaging for false eyelash remover, vials containing a substance suspected to be GBL were found. A lawyer was arrested, and ecstasy, heroin, and other drugs were also seized at his home.

15:49Now14
Shingles at a young age? The post by Chen Amsalem that surprised the web
Health

Shingles at a young age? The post by Chen Amsalem that surprised the web

Shingles is often perceived as a disease of the elderly, but a recent Instagram post by Chen Amsalem has sparked a conversation about its prevalence among younger people. Following her disclosure, many followers shared their own experiences with the condition.

Between TikTok and the Ballot Box: Who Shapes Our Children's Opinions?
Education

Between TikTok and the Ballot Box: Who Shapes Our Children's Opinions?

Children are exposed online to political positions, generalizations, and extreme language, even when schools are closed. Instead of rushing to correct them or telling them what to think, parents have an opportunity to teach them how to form a position, check facts, and deal with those who think differently.

15:40Ynet
Involved in an accident, became addicted to cannabis — and will receive 500 thousand shekels
Crime

Involved in an accident, became addicted to cannabis — and will receive 500 thousand shekels

A young man who was injured during his military service suffered a disability and is dealing with PTSD. The insurance company claimed there was no functional impact, but the judge reached a different conclusion.

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