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Protection racket in Israel: The gang that terrorized national institutions is exposed
A covert and overt investigation by Lahav 433 led to the filing of a prosecutor's statement against those involved in the extortion of a local council and sewage facilities. Among the items seized: Rolex watches worth hundreds of thousands of shekels and luxury vehicles.

Foreign worker charged with sexual assault of elderly woman
The State Attorney's Office has filed an indictment in the Haifa District Court against a 40-year-old Indian national. She is accused of committing sexual offenses and assaulting an elderly woman under her care.

The harem continues - and the law has no answer: The "black hole" surrounding Igal Ratzon
Igal Ratzon's son manages a relationship with nine women under one roof. Clinical psychologist Amos Prives explains why authorities struggle to intervene - and when consent can turn into exploitation: "A problematic reality that should not exist."

Storm in the football industry: Can heading the ball cause brain damage?
A new study from Scotland reveals that professional football players are at a significantly higher risk of developing neurological diseases. The risk of developing neurodegenerative conditions, such as Alzheimer's, is 3.4 times higher for them.

After returning from Israel: Clavicular confronted at a Miami club and "citizen arrested" by a security guard
The problematic influencer returned to Miami and already managed to get into trouble at a nightclub. According to TMZ, two men claimed they performed a "citizen's arrest" on Clavicular after he acted out in the club. In a video that went viral, the influencer is heard saying he is having trouble breathing, and later laughed about the incident on X.

Kan Corporation Petitions Supreme Court to Cancel Budget Cuts
The Israel Public Broadcasting Corporation (Kan) has joined the petition against the Broadcasting Law, requesting the Supreme Court to cancel a 25 million shekel budget cut, citing political interference.

Hotel chain launched a luxury villa in Israel: Starting from 10,000 NIS per night
The hotel chain has launched a dream vacation for couples. The new suite offers a private pool, a jacuzzi, and a breathtaking view of the Golan Heights. The suite is fully equipped to provide a unique premium experience. The price includes breakfast.

Israeli Contractor Sentenced to Prison for Multi-Million Shekel Tax Fraud
The Magistrate's Court in Ramle has sentenced contractor Ismail Adjo to 22 months in prison and a 90,000 NIS fine for VAT offenses. The total damage to the state, amounting to approximately 1.8 million NIS, remains unrecovered.

An undercover agent brought down an extortion network in the south: this is how the method worked
A severe indictment was filed against two brothers suspected of running a protection money collection system from business owners in the Be'er Sheva industrial zone. The police investigation revealed extortion under threats of hundreds of thousands of shekels.
"The screen flickered and that's it": The suspect gave the investigators the unlock password, they just didn't know it would destroy the device
American agents demanded a password from a protester, but the one he provided triggered a security feature that wiped his device entirely. He is now facing an unprecedented indictment.

Flying abroad this summer? What to check before arriving at Ben Gurion Airport
August is one of the busiest months at Ben Gurion Airport. To avoid travel disruptions, the Population and Immigration Authority has released a set of essential tips for passengers.

Cruel exploitation of an 80-year-old: Serious indictment against caregiver
A shocking case in Tirat Carmel highlights concerns regarding the safety of elderly people in need of care. The investigation revealed a series of abuses far more severe than the initial complaint.

Supreme Court rejected the petition to recognize Alon Shamriz as a fallen IDF soldier: "Sorry we could not do justice"
The judges explained that Shamriz, who escaped from captivity and was mistakenly shot by IDF soldiers, will not be recognized as a fallen soldier because he "does not meet the formal criterion for classification". Justice Grosskopf noted that "he performed all the heroic actions while he was not in military service". Yonatan Shamriz: "My brother was drafted on 7/10 - this is a spit in the face, he...

Arms Smuggling Case from Ukraine: Links to 'Chief Rabbi of Moldova'
The name of Pinchas Zaltzman, who presents himself as the Chief Rabbi of Moldova, has surfaced in a smuggling investigation involving weapons seized at the Moldova-Romania border. Zaltzman denies any involvement, while the local Jewish community states he was never appointed to the position.

Supreme Court Rules: Singer Moshiko Mor, Accused of Rape, May Return to Performing
The court has ordered the removal of electronic monitoring for Moshiko Mor, authorizing his return to the stage. The easing of conditions follows positive reports from the Probation Service regarding his rehabilitation.

Court Criticizes Police Officer for Illegal Phone Seizure to Fuel Private Lawsuit
A Magistrate's Court in Ramle dismissed a libel lawsuit filed by a police officer against a pub owner. The judge ruled that the officer abused his authority by seizing the citizen's phone without a warrant to gather evidence for a personal civil case.
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Rafaella Twina reveals the drama she endured: "I lost consciousness"
The "Big Brother" alumna shared a harrowing experience she had at the beach over the weekend. According to her, the situation spiraled out of control, and her partner is still unaware of the incident.

Knesset Legal Advisor: "Substantial flaws" occurred in the legislation of the law exempting draft dodgers from arrests
After Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara asked the Supreme Court to make the interim injunction against the law freezing arrests of ultra-Orthodox draft dodgers permanent, Knesset Legal Advisor Sagit Afik also challenged the legislation. She stated that the process failed to meet the required legal standards.

Crazy footage: Drunk soldiers stole an armored personnel carrier and caused massive damage at base
Two British engineering soldiers were arrested after speeding in a 15-ton armored vehicle. During their destructive joyride, they lost control and hit several cars. The damage is estimated at 100,000 pounds.

Ilana Rada addresses for the first time the reopening of the Tair Rada murder case: "No body updated us"
After the publication regarding the transfer of the case to the Tel Aviv Yamar and its effective reopening, 20 years after the murder, Tair Rada's mother told ynet: "I received the news with surprise. No official body updated us." Ola Kravchenko: "If they summon me for questioning - I will arrive."

Mother to Pay 180,000 Shekels to Ex-Husband for Parental Alienation
The Safed Family Court has ordered a mother to pay 180,000 shekels in damages for parental alienation. The court found that the mother systematically thwarted the children's relationship with their father.

"Within minutes the whole street was filled with fire trucks": Toxic gas leaked in a residential building in Ramat HaSharon
A leak of methyl bromide, a toxic gas used for agricultural pest control, led on Friday to the mobilization of fire, police, and Magen David Adom forces to the residential building. The container was located on the minus 2 floor of the building: "Apparently, a child or a teenager moved the container or damaged it, and that is what caused the leak."

The divorce of the century shaking South Korea: AI billionaire to pay hundreds of millions
A Seoul court has ordered the chairman of SK Group to pay his ex-wife approximately one-third of his fortune. The $644 million settlement was calculated based on asset values at the time of the appeal hearing, rejecting the ex-wife's request to base the figure on future company valuations.

Serious findings in aid organization for the needy: "Established for personal financial gain"
The Registrar of Amutot has filed a petition to liquidate the "Chance Le-Tipat Osher" association, following an investigation by the Corporations Authority which found that it was allegedly established for personal financial gain, while misleading donors and failing to meet legal reporting requirements.

Trustee petitioned to cancel insolvency. Judge: "You exceeded your authority"
The trustee attributed fraudulent actions to the debtor, but the court clarified that an "in-depth investigation" into the circumstances of the debt's creation must be done only with its approval. The decision: The woman won economic rehabilitation.

Police officer injured at home recognized as workplace accident victim
While on patrol, a police officer returned home to retrieve forgotten work keys. He lost his balance while exiting his high-profile patrol vehicle in his driveway and sustained injuries. The Tel Aviv Labor Court ruled the incident constitutes a workplace accident.

Court Rules on Divorce Date: Intimacy Cessation Not the Sole Deciding Factor
A woman whose relatives were kidnapped argued that the cessation of intimate relations on October 7, 2023, should mark the date for property division. The court ruled that family dissolution is determined by the totality of circumstances, including economic separation, and set the date of rupture to January 2025.

"It could have ended in a funeral": Victims of the accident with Sasson Shaulov speak for the first time
The three young men injured in the accident with singer Sasson Shaulov recount the first seconds after the collision. They claim that at the scene, Shaulov admitted fault and promised to cover damages, but has not contacted them personally since that night.

Circumcision of Minister Bezalel Smotrich's grandson: 'The victory of the people of Israel'
A circumcision ceremony was held this morning in the settlement of Einav for the son of Benaya Smotrich, who was seriously wounded in battle on the Lebanese border. 'This is the victory of the people of Israel,' the Finance Minister stated.

Moshiko Mor returns to the stage after 18 months: Court issues ruling
Following nearly a year and a half of legal proceedings, including house arrest, the Supreme Court has granted singer Moshiko Mor permission to resume performing at private events.

Jumping into cold water at the peak of heat - much more dangerous than you thought
On hot days, jumping into cool water can trigger a "cold shock." Professor Eitan Friedman warns that sudden temperature changes are dangerous, potentially causing involuntary breath-holding and drowning risks.

Distributed Fictitious Invoices in the Hundreds of Millions, Fled – and Was Extradited from Panama
Yaniv Moalem, convicted of running a fictitious invoice network that cost the state 65 million shekels, has been extradited from Panama. He had previously fled Israel to avoid a 10-year prison sentence.

Guy Pines Furious Over Israeli Routine: "You Have Internalized the Abuse"
TV presenter Guy Pines has spoken out against the normalization of security anxiety, the wave of rumors, and the constant expectation of war, sharply criticizing the Israeli public's response to ongoing exhaustion.

"Mom, they came to kill us": A nightmare night for young Israelis at a hotel in Greece
An unusual and terrifying event in the resort town of Malia: people armed with rifles and axes broke into a hotel where dozens of Israelis were staying and went from room to room. The teenagers sent farewell messages to their parents, the police arrived late, and the fear of hunting Israelis in Europe is growing.

Shocking violence in Brazil: Futsal player attacks opponent during match
A severe incident of violence has shaken Brazil: during a futsal match, a player committed a gross foul and then kicked her opponent in the head. The match was abandoned, and the attacker has been suspended for five years.

When the sea becomes a space for rehabilitation: How surfing helps those dealing with PTSD
Without bureaucracy, without a time limit, and with a community that continues even after getting out of the water, the "Surfers Without Borders" association offers a unique rehabilitation model. "The distress exists from the first moment, and therefore the response must also be immediate."

After a day of searching: A man's body was located on a beach in Ashkelon
Forces searched the area for long hours after receiving a report yesterday about a missing person at Hofit Beach. Today his body was found and it will be transferred for examination at the National Center of Forensic Medicine. Israel Police: "Avoid entering the sea at non-declared beaches."

Train traffic disruptions in central Israel due to technical failure
Israel Railways reported a halt in train traffic on the Tel Aviv-Lod line due to a power grid malfunction. Normal service resumed after two hours.

"The plane will not wait for you": Queues at European airports have tripled - passengers are missing flights
The new EES screening system is causing massive queues at European airports, leading to missed flights. Ryanair and Wizz Air warn passengers to arrive much earlier than usual as the system struggles months after launch.

Investing in arm exercises and not seeing results? This is the reason
If you are training and still not satisfied with the look of your arms, you may be focusing on the wrong place. Why is it impossible to burn fat only in one area of the body? And what do you really need to do to reveal muscle and achieve a toned look?