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The Tel Aviv District Court has approved a settlement requiring the insurance company Hachshara to refund approximately 85% of illegally collected fees. Payments will be issued via direct policy credit or bank transfer.

Ashdod police are investigating a shooting incident at the 'Troya' event hall. No injuries were reported, and authorities are treating the incident as criminal.

Fadi Aboud, one of the most senior Arab professionals at Intel, discusses his journey in technology, overcoming cultural barriers, and the importance of role models for integrating Arab society.

Police have solved two incidents involving fragmentation grenades thrown at a residential building. Investigators suspect a 19-year-old accomplice drove the 16-year-old minor to the scene amid a criminal conflict.

The parasha teaches that the great abundance of the Land of Israel might lead to forgetting the Almighty. The Malbim explains that dependence on rain strengthens faith and humility, while the Chatam Sofer explains why Canaanite nations settled in the land.

In the months following the episode's publication, an increase was observed in the United States in the rate of combined prescriptions, meaning those given on the same day, for ivermectin and a drug from the benzimidazole family, which are veterinary drugs.

Opposition leader Yair Lapid announced his intention to sue Channel 14 following remarks made on the program "The Patriots." The controversy arose during a discussion of his CNN interview, where panelists compared his rhetoric to collaboration with Nazis.

In the past, a glass of milk was a symbol of healthy and nutritious food that contributes to growth. However, today, with the strengthening of the vegan trend and the growing fear of consuming dairy products, many parents wonder if they are really beneficial for children's health - or if they can be skipped. Precisely for this purpose, the nutritionist clarifies the subject.

A large-scale police operation, 'Derech Irim', took place in Rahat and Tarabin, targeting criminal organizations and economic offenses. Authorities seized weapons, vehicles belonging to debtors, and hundreds of kilograms of spoiled meat.

While parts of Europe are dealing with heavy heat, glaciers and snow are still waiting at the peaks of the Tyrol region. Hilla Mor Alon, an expert on trips to Austria who has scoured the area, organizes things: from three recommended valleys to benefit cards that grant free entry and discounts to attractions — this is everything you should know before the vacation.

Thought the tray table was the problem? It turns out the most contaminated surface on the plane is actually something else, and most of us forget to disinfect it. A microbiologist reveals which spots must be cleaned, and where you should never store your passport and headphones.

A man was killed in a collision involving a truck and a private car on Highway 4 near Holot. MADA teams declared his death at the scene.

A new technological system implemented in cooperation with airlines will automatically block check-in for passengers with a travel ban, even before they reach the airport.

After the uncle of the Shin Bet chief demanded 500,000 shekels in compensation, alleging a smear campaign, the legal dispute against Haaretz has officially concluded following a mediation process.

US welfare officials estimate that the 16 children rescued from an Ohio home will not remain together and that their rehabilitation will take a long time. Four family members are accused of 16 counts of child endangerment, but deny the charges.

A significant heatwave is expected to begin today, Thursday, and continue throughout the weekend. Temperatures will rise and heat stress will intensify, reaching its peak on Saturday.

Municipal property tax (Arnona) is set to rise automatically by 3.05% in 2027, but many local authorities have requested additional exceptional increases from the Ministry of Interior, reaching as high as 33%. The business sector has announced its intention to fight these measures.

As Haredi parties are in conflict with each other and the Prime Minister, and the Haredi public is dissatisfied with the handling of the conscription issue, some are trying to exploit the crisis. In Jerusalem, a party called 'HaKahal' was launched yesterday with a different goal - to create a list composed by registered members, not by spiritual leaders. Women - currently still out.

Antoine Sahnoui, the partner of former US envoy Morgan Ortagus, was described by her as a "Christian Zionist." At an event in memory of Senator Lindsey Graham, he was documented with the Prime Minister and his wife Sara. The Lebanese response was swift: the Attorney General issued an arrest warrant against him after confirming that the photos from the event were not AI-generated.

The Begin Highway in Jerusalem will close again in the southbound direction to facilitate ongoing work on the public transport lane. This is the first of three scheduled closures occurring between Thursday evening and Friday morning.

The incident occurred about a month ago in Ashkelon. Six teenagers planned an ambush for a foreign worker, lying in wait in the bushes at the entrance to a city neighborhood.

Ahead of the arrival of tens of thousands of Hasidim, most from Israel, the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry has reiterated its warning regarding dangers in the country: "Full security cannot be guaranteed."

A lifeguard who was called to Shikmim Beach located the two at a distance of more than 600 meters from the shore and returned them safely • The Kinneret Cities Association warns: enter the water only at designated beaches and avoid the windy hours.

Yariv Levin has announced the appointment of Yehuda Avidan, who also heads the Ministry of Religious Services. The move marks a victory for the Shas party, though a conflict of interest agreement restricts Avidan from overseeing kashrut-related matters.

The Attorney General has ordered the police to investigate a suspicion of false testimony by the Likud party. Likud members claimed they were not required to photograph themselves. MK Sharren Haskel contradicts the Likud's statements and may provide open testimony in the case.

Security uncertainty has led to a shift in how Israelis book flights. New features now allow travelers to prioritize Israeli airlines and explore destinations based on their budget.

After extensive renovation work and adaptation to the highest standards, the municipal field will host its first match in the National League tomorrow as the local team takes to the upgraded pitch in front of the home crowd.

Footage shows Dayan entering a gas station shirtless, holding two shirts; he put one on and gave the other to a friend. A shirt potentially belonging to him was found near the location where the vehicle was discovered.

Qantas' 'Project Sunrise' is changing the rules of the game, turning exhausting flights into a comfortable experience. Direct flights from Australia to London and New York promise to make long stopovers a thing of the past.

The last footage of Eldar Dayan shows him shirtless entering a gas station, getting dressed, and leaving with two friends. Police have determined that the blood found on the vehicle's shattered windshield does not belong to him, have ruled out kidnapping at this stage, and believe the incident began as a brawl between acquaintances.

X, owned by Elon Musk, has reached a settlement in its lawsuit against brands that boycotted the platform. While terms remain undisclosed, both parties announced a reset of their relationship.

An event planner attempted to book a Rehovot wedding hall for a same-sex couple but was rejected. Recordings obtained by N12 feature a sales agent citing the owners' religious stance as the reason. The hall's management has denied the claims, stating they frequently host LGBTQ events.

Tu B'Av marked a new beginning for converts who completed their journey through the "Giyur KeHalacha" system. This initiative, run by the "Itim" organization, serves as an alternative to the bureaucratic process of the Chief Rabbinate, which often carries a heavy emotional toll.

Police have released the name of 54-year-old Liora Lior Nativ Strasberg from Haifa, suspected of impersonating a public servant to steal credit cards and property from senior citizens. Authorities are asking the public to assist in identifying additional victims.

First publication: About two weeks after tax inspectors were violently attacked, the Tax Authority has accepted employee demands that operations in Bnei Brak and other high-risk localities will only proceed with prior coordination and police escort. The Tax Authority Director stated: "We will not tolerate any harm to employees while they are performing their duties."

The Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry, along with other well-known figures, including Sir Elton John and Elizabeth Hurley, are facing a massive legal bill of millions of pounds. This comes after they lost a privacy lawsuit they filed against the publisher of the 'Daily Mail' newspaper in the High Court in the UK.

A fire in the Sha'ar HaNegev industrial zone has shut down the Tapugan factory. The blaze destroyed approximately 6,000 tons of potatoes, though no product shortages are expected in stores.

Seven people were injured in a traffic accident involving three vehicles on Highway 90, near Ashdot Ya'akov. Among the injured is a man in his 30s who was seriously wounded and suffered from multi-system trauma. He was trapped in the vehicle and evacuated by a Magen David Adom (MDA) 'Hatzala Air' helicopter to Rambam Hospital.

On Monday, 400 bus drivers from the "Tnufa" company launched a wildcat strike protesting poor maintenance and wage uncertainty. Local authorities in Samaria and Jerusalem have demanded that the Ministry of Transport intervene and withdraw the company's operating lines.

Increased and large-scale enforcement activity will begin tomorrow morning on Israel's roads, led by the Traffic Division. Hundreds of police officers and volunteers will operate from the north to the south of the country, using about 500 marked and unmarked patrol vehicles to identify life-threatening traffic violations.