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Overtook Heathrow: This is the busiest airport in the world
Incheon Airport in South Korea has become the world's busiest airport for the first time, serving 38.4 million passengers in the first half of the year. The surge is attributed to infrastructure expansion and shifting global travel patterns.

1.2 million shekel mortgage discovered on apartment without owners' knowledge: suspected identity theft
A couple from Netanya living in Moscow discovered a 1.2 million shekel mortgage registered on their apartment. They claim they are victims of a fraud network that used stolen documents to secure the loan.

Haifa Airport infrastructure struggling to handle record passenger numbers
Haifa Airport is facing significant congestion and parking shortages due to record-breaking passenger numbers this summer. Authorities are working on infrastructure upgrades to address the load.

A Basket, A Cure: How Basketball Brings Life Back to the Gaza Envelope
Barak Peleg, former coach of Hapoel Galil Elyon, took charge of the Otef Darom basketball club to help residents of the Gaza envelope recover after the events of October 7. The project has become a symbol of renewal.

"Stealing horses under the cover of war": Organizations demand to stop the cuts in special education
Twelve organizations caring for children with disabilities have appealed to the Ministry of Education to halt budget cuts for special education. They accuse the ministry of pushing the policy through in a "sneak attack" under the cover of Operation "Lion's Roar".

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.

Senior executive at Condor, which has returned to Israel: "Over the years, passengers from and to Israel have demonstrated resilience"
German airline Condor has resumed flights to Israel. Daniel de Carvalho, a member of the management board, stated that the decision reflects confidence in the long-term market potential rather than short-term developments.

New check-in directive at Ben Gurion Airport complicates travel for passengers
The Israel Airports Authority has implemented a new policy limiting baggage check-in to three hours before departure. While intended to standardize operations, the change has caused significant delays and confusion for travelers and local airlines.

First after the Israeli ones: Greek Blue Bird rose to fourth place at Ben Gurion Airport
In July, Blue Bird Airways recorded a 7.5% market share at Ben Gurion Airport, transporting 173,100 passengers. This achievement places the airline in fourth position, following El Al, Israir, and Arkia.

Jerusalem Raises Municipal Parking Fees by 22%
The Jerusalem Municipality has announced a 22% increase in parking fees at municipal lots managed by the "Eden" company. The new rates take effect today, Tuesday, across most of the city.

The Education Revolution: From a School of Teaching to a School of Learning
Professor Yoram Harpaz, with decades of experience in pedagogy, proposes a radical overhaul of the education system. He argues that the traditional teacher-centered model is ineffective and advocates for a shift toward a system where learning itself is the primary goal.

321 reports. Four indictments. And a stolen childhood
"I was married off at age 15 against my will. I became a mother at age 16." This testimony heard before the Knesset serves as a stark reminder that childhood can be stolen before life has truly begun.

Algorithm marked a doctor as a pedophile, Dropbox blocked his account — and now he is launching a legal battle
A senior doctor from an Israeli hospital has filed a lawsuit against Dropbox after an automated system blocked his account, accusing him of storing prohibited content. The doctor claims it is an algorithmic error that has deprived him of access to professional documents and irreplaceable family archives.

Lawsuit against the Chief Rabbinate: Replacement of ritual slaughterers disqualifies 200 tons of kosher meat
The Chief Rabbinate revoked kosher certificates for 198 tons of imported meat following a change in the ritual slaughter team. The importer, Leviatan, suffered significant losses and is suing the Rabbinate for 5.7 million shekels.

Tourism is recovering: a jump of 28.6% in tourist entries to Israel in July
The Central Bureau of Statistics reports a rise in incoming tourism for July 2026. Despite this positive trend, the industry remains far from full recovery.

Arrived to pick up a passenger at Ben Gurion Airport? Prepare to wait for a shuttle
The Israel Airports Authority reports peak congestion at Ben Gurion Airport parking lots. With short-term spaces filling up rapidly, drivers are increasingly redirected to distant lots requiring shuttle transfers.

Danger of wage delays: Local Government Center petitions against High Court order
The Local Government Center has petitioned the High Court to lift a budget freeze, warning that the delay threatens salary payments for 'Summer Vacation School' staff. The court previously blocked several transfers approved by the Finance Committee.

Air Canada postpones return to Israel again: flights canceled until January 2027
Air Canada has extended the cancellation of its flights to Israel until mid-January 2027. The planned resumption of service at Ben Gurion Airport, originally set for October 2026, has been postponed again, leaving Israel without direct air links to Canada.

As far as you can go: The family offering housing and living on a remote island in New Zealand
A family living on Great Barrier Island in New Zealand is seeking help with household chores. This is a unique opportunity for those dreaming of escaping the office routine for a life in harmony with nature.

"This is the people's house": US court halts Donald Trump's mega-project at the White House
The Federal Court of Appeals in Washington rejected the appeal of the Donald Trump administration and ordered a halt to the project to build a new ballroom at the White House, estimated at $400 million.

The father sued his son: The legal drama that reached the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of Israel ruled that a father cannot cancel a land sale transaction registered in his son's name. The court applied the "gift presumption" in parent-child relationships.

Former Blue and White staffer seeks asset attachment over unpaid wages
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.

After 65 years: He discovered that his house belongs to the Tel Aviv Municipality
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.

Another lawsuit against developer Oded Shariki: Delay in apartment delivery in Bnei Brak
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.

Passenger revenge: How a cancelled flight led to the seizure of a Blue Bird plane
A group of 28 Israeli passengers successfully obtained a court order in the Netherlands to seize equipment from a Blue Bird aircraft at Schiphol Airport. The move was a response to a flight cancellation two years ago.

The outskirts of Rosh HaAyin: The place where a new human was born
Archaeological excavations at Qesem Cave near Rosh HaAyin reveal unique evidence of ancient life. Research suggests that a new human type developed here 400,000 years ago.

Conflict Over Ramat Gan TAMA 38 Project: Ayalon and Platinum Seek Receiver Appointment
Ayalon Insurance and Platinum Capital have filed a court motion to appoint a receiver for a completed TAMA 38 project in Ramat Gan, citing 48.9 million shekels in outstanding debts and liabilities.

Green light for Israel Canada's giant project in Ramat HaSharon: Court rejected the municipality's petition
The Tel Aviv District Court has rejected a petition by the Ramat HaSharon municipality against the "Elco Complex" project by Israel Canada. The ruling allows the developer to proceed with licensing and construction of the new urban district.

Slice Affair: Court Rejects Request to Convene Members' Meeting for Finbert Settlement
The Tel Aviv District Court has rejected a request to convene a members' meeting to vote on a settlement agreement with Finbert funds regarding the Slice affair, citing a lack of legal basis.

District Court Grants Papaya Gaming Temporary Stay of Proceedings
The Tel Aviv District Court has approved a temporary stay of proceedings for Papaya Gaming. This measure aims to ensure business continuity while the company appeals a US court ruling in a lawsuit filed by Skillz.

Supreme Court declines to intervene in Sharon authorities’ petitions against metro route
The Supreme Court has consolidated petitions from the authorities of Hod HaSharon, Kfar Saba, and South Sharon regarding the metro plan, stating it will not intervene and urging the parties to reach a solution independently.

Senior Knesset Official Dismissed for Using Family Business for Procurement
The Civil Service Commission's Disciplinary Court has ordered the dismissal of senior Knesset official Shai Berkovich. He was convicted of using his position to procure services from a family-owned company without disclosing a conflict of interest.

Buffet Dispute: Loyal Maccabi Tel Aviv Fan Files Lawsuit
Zion Balas, a long-time worker at the Maccabi Tel Aviv training facility, has filed a lawsuit against the club. He claims he is being wrongfully evicted from the buffet he built and is seeking compensation.

Another delay: American Airlines will not return to Israel before March 2027
American Airlines has extended its suspension of flights to Israel until March 2027. Currently, direct flights to the USA from Ben Gurion Airport are only provided by Israeli carriers.

Court Temporarily Halts Silman and Ben Gvir's 'Crocodile Plan'
The Jerusalem District Court has issued a temporary injunction halting the state's plan to place Nile crocodiles at the Ktzi'ot detention facility. The ruling follows a petition by the organization "Let the Animals Live."

Congestion at Ben Gurion Airport to worsen: 2.6 million passengers in August - up to 100,000 per day
The last 24 hours at Ben Gurion Airport were busy both in the air and on the ground. According to the Israel Airports Authority, the congestion is still ahead, as in August about 2.6 million passengers will pass through the airport.

Court Rejects Couple's Attempt to Overturn Plea Bargain Over Illegal Garage Business
The Ma'ale Adumim local court denied a request by a Har Adar couple to cancel a plea bargain regarding an illegal home-garage business. The judge ruled the agreement was valid and dismissed claims of selective enforcement.

New Visa Rule: US Requires $20,000 Bond for Applicants from 50 Countries
The US State Department is making permanent a program requiring visa applicants from 50 countries to deposit a bond of up to $20,000. The new rule takes effect on August 3.

New York vs. Kalshi: State Attorney General Labels Prediction Platform an Illegal Gambling Site
New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a lawsuit against the prediction platform Kalshi. Authorities allege the service operates without a license and functions as an illegal gambling site.

42 Apartment Owners File Lawsuit Against High-Ranking Judge Over Urban Renewal Refusal
42 Jerusalem apartment owners have sued the President of the Jerusalem Regional Labor Court, Judge Sarah Breiner. The plaintiffs are seeking to enforce a renewal agreement or obtain 3 million shekels in compensation.