Society

Lia and Moshe, like many other couples, faced financial difficulties while planning their wedding. They were helped by the "Mabruk" association, which organizes celebrations with the help of volunteers. The project's idea is to create a "circle of kindness": couples who receive help become volunteers themselves at future events.

Three brothers are accused of fraudulently receiving approximately 150,000 shekels from the National Insurance Institute by claiming they were in Sderot during the October 7 attack. They are now required to return the funds, and an indictment has been filed against them.

Two bathers in the Sea of Galilee were diagnosed with corneal damage attributed to the microsporidia parasite. The Ministry of Health emphasizes that swimming is permitted, but recommends contacting an ophthalmologist if redness, pain, or a foreign body sensation occur.

A 51-year-old man was arrested Thursday evening on suspicion of the violent rape of an 18-year-old woman at an apartment hotel in Bat Yam. The suspect was located by police shortly after the report was received.

Sydney Taul, who shared her journey with cancer with her online community, has died from complications of the disease. By sharing intimate and poignant moments, she reached over a million followers and challenged perceptions of living with a terminal illness.

A young woman aged about 18 reported that she was severely attacked at an apartment hotel in the city. Ayalon District police officers and forensic investigators arrived at the scene, and the suspect was located in an open area in Bat Yam. The police will request to extend his detention in court.

The investigation into the death of Eldar Dayan is intensifying as police examine evidence of a potential assault. Authorities are awaiting forensic results to determine if a blow from a helmet caused a fatal skull fracture or if the victim succumbed to extreme heat conditions.

Against the backdrop of bloody conflicts between criminal organizations in the center, an 18-year-old from Rehovot was arrested last night in a covert operation on suspicion of involvement in the arson of the restaurant in Givatayim on July 12. All the details on the arrest.

A week after a former Prime Minister's residence employee sued her for workplace bullying, Sara Netanyahu responded with a defamation lawsuit for 300,000 shekels. She claims he filmed in the residence illegally, violated a confidentiality agreement, and disseminated false claims to harm her.

A moving meeting took place at the US Embassy in Jerusalem, where 12-year-old Amitai Perel from Atlit, who deals with autism, visited Ambassador Mike Huckabee. The boy stunned the diplomat with his phenomenal knowledge of history and international relations.

After his body remains were found, it is now revealed that on the very day of Eldar Dayan's disappearance, a citizen reported to the police about the abandoned vehicle, the shattered windshield, and bloodstains at the gas station. Retired officers criticize the management of the search.

The Gur and Satmar Hasidic sects have formed an alliance to act against the State of Israel. The leaders are planning to establish a funded legal body to file complaints in international forums.

Ma'ale Adumim Mayor Guy Yifrach has filed a defamation lawsuit against Channel 12 News and reporter Omri Maniv. Seeking 150,000 shekels in damages, Yifrach claims the report regarding municipal operations contained false information that harmed his reputation.

The petition was filed following a 16-fold increase in property tax on a water facility in the Hof Ashkelon Regional Council. Mekorot warns that without intervention, other local authorities will follow suit, and demands to set a uniform property tax rate for all water facilities in the country.

For decades, hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), better known as hyperbaric chamber treatment, has been used for specific medical conditions such as decompression sickness, carbon monoxide poisoning, chronic non-healing wounds, and radiation damage. In recent years, however, it has become one of the most intriguing fields in longevity medicine — the field concerned with extending healthy life years.

Two Israelis were hospitalized in serious condition after encountering a passerby on their way to a waterfall on Koh Phangan, who inquired about their origin. "He said he didn't like what is happening in Gaza - and attacked us," recalled the mother, who was struck in the head and collapsed. The attacker has since been arrested.

The remains of Eldar Dayan were found about two weeks after he went missing, about 50 meters from the vehicle in which he was traveling with his friends. Two of his friends are suspected of murder, and the police are investigating how the body was not located earlier.

Dana Kashdi, a former digital specialist for the Blue and White party, has appealed a court's refusal to freeze party assets. She argues that the ongoing election campaign threatens to deplete the party's funds entirely.

Watermelon is considered a refreshing summer fruit, but excessive consumption can exacerbate problems for those with kidney disease, diabetes, and digestive system issues. Experts recommend adjusting the amount to one's medical condition and consulting a professional when necessary.

The driver is a 42-year-old resident of Ma'ale Adumim. He had already been caught 8 times in the past. This time, it was decided to file an indictment against him and a request for detention until the end of proceedings.

The Ministry of Health issued a warning today (Thursday) following inspections at the "Merkaz HaHalakot" chain. Laboratory tests of seized products identified several shampoos and hair straightening treatments that are not registered in the Ministry's database, rendering their sale illegal. Among the products flagged are PROTEIN + MINERAL PREMIUM HAIR STRAIGHTENING, Protein Mineral Premium Pre...

Brothers Eli and Yossi Musli have filed a lawsuit in the Jerusalem Magistrate's Court against Keshet Broadcasting and journalists Guy Peleg, Yossi Mizrahi, and Yair Sharki. The plaintiffs claim the defendants broadcast false information that damaged their reputation and business dealings.

The Magistrate's Court in Petah Tikva ruled in favor of a family that discovered serious defects in a new apartment purchased from a contractor. The court rejected the contractor's defense and determined that the responsibility for these defects lies solely with him and his spouse.

Firefighters from the Samaria regional station rescued a female driver trapped in a vehicle that overturned onto its roof in a traffic accident near Moshav Mechora in the Jordan Valley. Simultaneously, the teams worked to extinguish another vehicle that flew to the side of the road and caught fire. Magen David Adom (MDA) medics and paramedics provided medical treatment at the scene to 5 injured...

Police dog Ikara thwarted a major smuggling attempt and two suspects were arrested. At the same time, an underground money exchange business was uncovered in Rahat inside a vehicle, where hundreds of thousands of shekels in cash were seized.

A large study recently published reached an optimistic conclusion: 70 and 80-year-olds can improve their cognitive abilities just like young people. However, the promise is controversial: do brain training exercises really improve overall brain function, or does the key lie elsewhere? On one thing everyone agrees: the perception that the brain necessarily deteriorates over time is no longer...

Following the publicized confrontation surrounding the criticism he voiced regarding Maya Kay's marketing tactics and the response from Einav Bublil, the host of "Gilboa Index" claims he is receiving calls for his assassination. "It is impossible to describe this ridiculous thing," he said, clarifying that he intends to continue covering the subject in the upcoming program.

The airline received approval from the Civil Aviation Authority and authorization from the US Department of Transportation, and is now waiting only for the approval of the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to be able to operate flights to New York. Also: The Strauss Group is launching an initiative inviting Israelis to discover the North through trips. Events and appointments.

After a four-month legal saga, internet star Romy Abergel has been found innocent. Her passport has been returned to her, and she is no longer restricted in her movements.

A huge drama in the world of weightlifting: An assistant judge at the European Championships is suspected of intentionally sabotaging Sonita Muluh's record attempt. After being banned for life, Lithuanian police have opened a criminal investigation against him.

The owner of a private house in the Neve Tzedek neighborhood of Tel Aviv has filed a 26 million shekel lawsuit. He discovered that the home he purchased 29 years ago had been expropriated by the state in 1984, a fact that was hidden from him by the authorities.

Could the age at which type 1 diabetes develops in childhood affect brain health decades later? This is the question at the center of a new international study recently published in the scientific journal Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism. The study, which involved researchers from Sweden and other countries, examined for the first time whether the age of diagnosis of type 1 diabetes is associated...

A toddler of about a year and a half was evacuated to Barzilai Hospital in critical condition after drowning in a private pool in Ashkelon. Medical teams continue to fight for her life.

A group of 193 apartment owners has filed a lawsuit against developer Oded Shariki, seeking approximately 15 million shekels in compensation for delays in a major residential project in Bnei Brak.

The Department for the Investigation of Police Officers (Mahash) has closed the criminal investigation into Haifa police station commander Lieutenant Colonel Eyal Shahar. Authorities found insufficient evidence for indecent assault charges and determined that a relationship with a subordinate did not cross the criminal threshold, though disciplinary proceedings have been recommended.

Juan Jesus Vivas, governor of the Spanish enclave of Ceuta in Morocco, told the European Parliament on Thursday that about 100 people died during the infiltration of the Spanish border by illegal migrants last week. Vivas added that between 3,000 and 5,000 migrants remain in Ceuta.

Just before the start of the school year, as more parents are re-examining treatment options for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), a new drug has been approved in the United States that is generating significant interest in the medical community. It is Simtriyo (centanafadine), which was recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of children...

Netali Shem Tov exposes the stormy behind-the-scenes of Channel 13, talks about the legal battle she is waging, and explains why she refuses to bow her head to her colleagues: "I said there is a red line, but the red line is what annoys them."

A 14-year-old took his parents' car without permission and sped along Highway 6. Traffic police tracked the vehicle in real time, blocked its path, and documented the tense encounter.

The renowned singer arrived last night with her friend Keren Peles on the set of "Dancing with the Stars." However, behind the scenes, she shared about the anxiety attack that accompanied her throughout the evening and responded to it with her characteristic humor.