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The family rejects the claims that Yushaev headed a criminal organization and argues that the nickname was attached to him due to his origin. According to them, he was a legitimate businessman and may have been murdered due to a case of mistaken identity. The suspect in the assassination denies the allegations against him and his arrest was extended until Wednesday.

A 24-year-old resident of Tuba-Zangariyye was released under restrictive conditions, including a restraining order from his father. A few hours later, he returned to the house, broke the door, took a knife, and threatened to kill him if he did not receive money for drugs. According to the indictment, he tried to escape from the police and even threatened an investigator in court.

After leading the national rehabilitation system through unprecedented challenges, the senior director is leaving the Ministry of Health to return to manage the medical center where he began his professional career.

A guest at a Tel Aviv hotel is threatening a lawsuit following a severe invasion of her privacy: an employee entered the room while she was naked, despite a 'Do Not Disturb' sign. She is now demanding a refund and compensation.

According to the charges against three men, the woman's car was vandalized and a stun grenade was thrown at the building where she lives. In addition, the partner allegedly threatened to harm her father and do a "Holon 2" to her, referring to the explosion in which Lia Malka Cohen (of blessed memory) was murdered on the Ayalon highway.

Hostage survivor and bereaved family member Eli Sharabi will host the national memorial ceremony in Tel Aviv alongside actress Shani Cohen. The families have called on the public to support the event's funding, emphasizing their commitment to a unifying, all-Israeli commemoration.

The father of Major Hagai Ben Ari, a Paratrooper reconnaissance unit commander who was critically wounded in Operation Iron Swords and passed away years later, has passed away and will be laid to rest in Hispin. Yoni, one of the pioneers of Moshav Nov, cared for his son at home and dedicated his life to commemorating him.

Ahead of the start of the school year, the organization "Nevet - A Sandwich for Every Child" sent empty lunch boxes to party leaders. According to the organization's data, about 100,000 students in Israel need a regular breakfast at school. Nevet calls for the promotion of a national program that will ensure a meal for students who arrive at school without food.

The CEO and Vice President of Ben-Gurion University of the Negev has passed away following a prolonged battle with illness. University President Prof. Daniel Chamovitz paid tribute to his colleague.

As part of the escalating struggle between the Musli and Jarushi criminal organizations, the police exposed a cell that the prosecution claims planned to transfer lethal weaponry in the central region. The operation was thwarted when one of the suspects was arrested on Highway 6 in possession of two fragmentation grenades, and the investigation subsequently led to the discovery of an additional...

Former Knesset member and journalist Shelly Yachimovich published an update on her condition and answered questions from the public. She explained how the tumor was diagnosed at an early stage and clarified that the new pancreatic cancer drug is not currently relevant for her.

Jaffa ends a bloody weekend with two murders in less than two days. Muhammad Rafat Ahmad Katuan from Jaljulia was shot to death tonight and another young man was seriously wounded. At the same time, the three suspects in the murder of Ahmad Abd Shukra from Friday remain in custody. According to the data, 156 people have been murdered in the Arab sector since the beginning of the year.

Ayalon District police officers confiscated dozens of vehicles and took cars off the road, but one driver who was stopped at a checkpoint while completely drunk left them stunned due to the exceptional figure discovered in his test.

After revealing her struggle with pancreatic cancer, the journalist and former politician shares the "tsunami of empathy" she received. Now, she answers followers' questions and reveals the rare coincidence that led to the early detection of the disease.

Those planning a vacation in Spain or Italy in the next two weeks may encounter more than just the end-of-summer rush. A series of strikes at airports, ground services, and railways is expected to make travel difficult for passengers, and in some cases, make the journey to or from the airport particularly complicated.

Squeezing, using toothpaste, constant touching, or ignoring recurring pimples — attempts to make a pimple disappear quickly can actually worsen the inflammation, prolong healing time, and leave marks. These are the mistakes dermatologists recommend avoiding, and what to do instead.

A 15-year-old teenager was documented hitting and kicking a kitten in the Lions' Gate area of the Old City in Jerusalem. The incident was identified in real time by police cameras, and forces summoned to the scene located the suspect and arrested him. At the end of his interrogation, the court ordered his release to house arrest.

The monkey, a green monkey, was found being kept in a cage in a house in the moshav of Barhiya. It was rescued and transferred to the Israeli Primate Sanctuary, where it will undergo comprehensive medical examinations. A local resident in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of trafficking and illegal possession of a protected wild animal.

He entered the apartment at night, while the residents were inside, and instead of fleeing, he simply fell asleep on the sofa. In the morning, police officers found the 29-year-old Tel Aviv resident sleeping in the living room and arrested him. This was just one of seven arrests made by Yarkon District police officers over the weekend, as part of a series of break-in incidents throughout Tel Aviv.

23 kindergartens in northern border communities will open this year even though the number of children in them is below the standard. About 11 million shekels will be allocated for the decision, which is intended to encourage families to return and join the communities. In Margaliot, the number of children has already doubled, and ten new families have joined in Zarit.

A man threatening to jump from a building roof demanded to speak with the singer. Police woke Yehuda Poliker in the middle of the night, and he successfully convinced the man to come down. A police source described the event as highly unusual.

The child was seriously injured and evacuated to the hospital while unconscious. According to initial reports, he was allegedly locked in his room and attempted to exit via the balcony before falling into the building's parking lot. The incident is under investigation.

A resident of Kiryat Gat in his 30s was arrested near the scene, in possession of the mobile phone he allegedly robbed from the 66-year-old. The victim suffered an injury to his nose. Today, the police will request to extend his detention.

A patient suffering from dementia began to choke in the geriatric ward at the Ziv Medical Center, and her blood oxygen level dropped. An examination revealed a large hair tie at the entrance to the esophagus that was blocking more than 80% of the airway. Two doctors extracted it using an optical fiber and forceps. "If we hadn't arrived in time, the patient would have died."

The Tel Aviv District Court sentenced four defendants to prison terms ranging from 32 to 50 months after they confessed and were convicted following a dispute that led to the throwing of a fragmentation grenade at an innocent person's apartment and subsequent gunfire. The judge rejected the defense's attempts to downplay the severity of the actions.

Officers from the Akko station opened an investigation over the weekend following a report of two vehicles that caught fire in the city. Forces identified the suspects' getaway vehicle, blocked their path, and arrested them. The detention of the two was extended at the Magistrate's Court in Haifa until tomorrow.

Ahead of new restrictions on phone use in middle schools, students, parents, and educators agree that screens have become a problem, but believe that a ban alone will not solve it. Dr. Rotem Eliyahu warns: "Other skills will not return on their own."

A 25-year-old man was seriously wounded in an attempted murder in Rahat. Surveillance footage shows masked gunmen opening the victim's car door and shooting at point-blank range. The incident is linked to an ongoing criminal conflict.

Weight loss drugs have become a central tool in treating obesity, including among adolescents, but alongside the medical success, worrying evidence of the development of eating disorders following rapid weight loss is beginning to emerge. Experts warn that precisely when the weight appears normal, dangerous medical and psychological signs may be hidden, requiring close monitoring and special...

The woman's death in the accident near Atlit was declared at the scene. A man was seriously injured and five others were evacuated to Hillel Yaffe Hospital in light condition. The paramedic and medic described a difficult scene: "One of the vehicles was crushed, another overturned." In less than 24 hours: five dead in traffic accidents.

In the heart of Eilat, close to everything happening but disconnected from the hustle, the "Astral Maris" hotel manages to create a calm and intimate vacation experience. With less than a hundred rooms, you will find here all the advantages of a boutique hotel, alongside the comfort of a family hotel.

The network's crew was interviewing a Palestinian woman when, according to the report, at least four masked men exited a vehicle and beat them. The reporter, producer, and cameraman were injured and filming equipment was damaged. Eid: "We didn't expect them to come and attack - we were in the heart of a Palestinian area, near Palestinian homes."

The special education budget in Israel has increased by 2.5 billion shekels, reaching 26.5 billion in 2026. The number of students in the system has grown by 8.8%, significantly outpacing the growth rate of the general education system.

Although it often flies under the radar, local government is one of the most important players in the education system. Municipalities spend thousands of shekels on every student, but they are less active when they need to understand exactly where the money is going. And also: how did it happen that a small and surprising city took first place in the ranking of investment in education?

A prenuptial agreement that left the husband without rights to two apartments was canceled after the court determined it was signed while exploiting his distress. The Civil Aviation Authority was ordered to compensate a pilot who was fired without a hearing. In a dispute over a shared access path in Safed, it was determined that the neighbors are allowed to cancel the right of passage, but must...

Tamir Dudi was wounded in battle against terrorists, underwent 17 surgeries, and eventually had to part with his arm. Now, aiming for the podium at the World Surfing Championship, the Nahal Brigade officer tells of the moments of survival in Jabalia, the long road back to the water, and the love that began with a Facebook post: "If I had to, I would go out a thousand more times to fight for the...

A new study brings back to the headlines one of the most unusual archaeological discoveries found in the Namibian desert: a nearly 500-year-old Portuguese merchant ship, accidentally uncovered in 2008 during diamond mining, containing thousands of gold coins, dozens of tons of metals, and ivory. The study, published this month, examined the efforts to preserve the treasures since their discovery...

It all started with a personal miracle during the COVID-19 pandemic, when a relative was hospitalized in serious condition. Since then, Ron Shaharban, a security guard from Petah Tikva, has been traveling between synagogues across the country, distributing books and stickers, and leading a quiet but determined struggle for the observance of the laws of Lashon Hara (evil speech) and the sanctity of...

Teachers' testimonies revealed: violence, threats, curses, and humiliation by students and parents have become a daily routine. The Teachers' Union warns that "there is no safety net for those who have suffered violence," while no body in the country checks how many teachers have been attacked - and the Ministry of Education claims: "Teaching staff receive a safety net."

"Whoever wants to bash the city presents Hermon Square and says 'This city is dead, everything here is closed'". After years of standing desolate, a group of families who moved north and settled in Kiryat Shmona are inaugurating a cultural center in the square, aimed at reviving the city's symbol. A representative of the city's veterans says: "These families give us light".