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"Either we separate or I will commit suicide": domestic violence is increasing - complaints are decreasing
Although 142,000 women experienced physical violence from their partner, only about 41% sought assistance. The gap is also prominent against the backdrop of an increase in the number of violence cases since the beginning of the war, compared to a decrease in the number of complaints. Women's organizations warn: "Responsibility for violence against women cannot be that of a social organization, but...

"What audacity?": The country that fines parents who fly for a vacation in the middle of the school year
Missing school in the Netherlands for a vacation leads to heavy fines of 100 euros per day per child, surprise inspections, and even investigations at airports. Testimony from an Israeli woman living there reveals how the strict system works.

Fire near Giva'ot: first line of houses evacuated, squadron dispatched to the scene
Police, fire, and security forces are currently working to contain a large fire that broke out in an open area near the community of Giva'ot. Following thick smoke and danger to residents, authorities ordered the immediate evacuation of the first line of houses. The 'Elad' squadron's firefighting aircraft joined the ground efforts, and a joint command post was established in the field under police...

After 4 murders in 24 hours: Night operation against criminal organizations in Nazareth - 10 arrested
The operation was launched in an attempt to stop the cycle of murder and shooting that erupted in the city between rival criminal organizations. Some of the criminals tried to escape from the police and were arrested after a foot chase. The previous night, more than 20 suspects were arrested, including the brother of one of the murder victims, whose detention was extended in court.

"Giving them a voice and receiving a world": The national service girls accompanying people with special needs
Twenty national service girls from the Volunteering Association began their service this week at the "ALYN - Beit Noam" organization. 19-year-olds Shani, Kena, and Tehila chose to continue for a second year of challenging work. "They show what true national resilience is."

7-year-old girl dies after being hit by a tractor in Kafr Qara
A 7-year-old girl was evacuated to Hillel Yaffe Hospital in critical condition after being hit by a tractor in Kafr Qara, where she later succumbed to her injuries. Police have launched an investigation into the incident.

19-year-olds, in two wars: the street that connects October 7th to the War of Independence
The section of the street where the family of observer Shay Ashram, who fell in battle at Nahal Oz, lived will bear her name. The street commemorates Hanna Avrech, who also fell at the age of 19. The Avrech family gave their blessing to the commemoration initiative.

Four Murdered Within 24 Hours in Nazareth
The death of a man shot in Nazareth has been confirmed, marking the fourth murder in the city within 24 hours. Previous victims include Nour Nafaa, Nour Khalu, and Mustafa Badra.

Worked on TAMA project and sexually assaulted a young woman in Jaffa: indictment against illegal resident from Nablus
Bilal Saka worked as an electrician on a project in the city. Two weeks ago, he entered the young woman's room and began sexually assaulting her until she woke up and screamed. The Prosecution: "His audacity is indescribable."

Chasing the "perfect sleep"? It might actually be harming you
Smartwatches promised to help us sleep better, but experts warn that the attempt to achieve a "maximum sleep score" might actually harm us and create anxiety. Expert tips: how to really get a good night's sleep.

The white pickup trucks affair in Qusra: 19-year-old arrested on suspicion of involvement
The suspect was arrested in a joint operation by the police and the Shin Bet and was transferred for interrogation. The police continue to collect evidence and make efforts to locate additional suspects who participated in the riots in the village. Later, the police are expected to request an extension of his detention.

Wolt courier pulled out scissors - bus driver lost his spleen
A dispute over road usage in Ramat Gan escalated into a violent confrontation with severe consequences. The accused fled the scene and was arrested only eight days later.

Strangled a caregiver because he "received a mission to kill": Indictment against a Herzliya resident
The State Attorney's Office filed an indictment for aggravated assault against the attacker in Even Yehuda. During his interrogation, he claimed that parties threatened his family's lives and demanded he murder an elderly person, after having previously ordered him to decapitate a teddy bear and kill a rabbit. The state requests to keep him in custody until the end of proceedings and refer him for...

Murder of a child in Beit Shemesh: arrest of the suspected neighbor extended by two weeks
The arrest of Liel Ifargan, suspected of stabbing 7-year-old Hillel Dadon to death and seriously wounding his cousin, has been extended by agreement until mid-September. Investigators continue to try and decipher the motive that led the young man to harm the children while they were playing in a pool in the house's yard.

Half a ton of cannabis: Police raided a warehouse and arrested a suspect
Proactive activity by detectives from the Tel Aviv station and intelligence information led to a raid in the Hevel Modi'in region. In addition, cocaine and 21,000 shekels in cash were seized. A 30-year-old suspect was taken for questioning and will be brought for a remand hearing.

With the help of Loki the dog: Police uncovered a weapons cache in the Galilee
Proactive activity by YASAM Galilee fighters and the National Guard, with the assistance of a dog handler and a police dog, led to the discovery of a rifle, a handgun, and magazines. A 30-year-old suspect was arrested and taken for questioning.

Loaded pistol found during search: suspect arrested for murder
Police detectives arrested a Jaffa resident suspected of involvement in a deadly shooting on Leib ben Sara Street. A Sig Sauer pistol was seized during a search of his residence. The incident occurred Sunday when a motorcyclist opened fire on a parked car, killing one man and seriously wounding another.

Vehicle rolled into a wadi in the north: 4-year-old child and man in serious condition
Four people were injured in an accident on Route 89 near Ma'ilya. The man and the child are suffering from head injuries. A 35-year-old woman and a one-year-old baby were moderately injured. The four were evacuated to the Galilee Medical Center in Nahariya.

Bus driver filmed using phone and wedding convoy blocked road: enforcement operation in Jerusalem
Traffic police officers operated in the south and east of the capital. The driver was brought in for questioning after being filmed using a mobile phone while driving. Five delivery riders were fined, one driver is suspected of driving under the influence of drugs, and two vehicles were taken off the road.

From a Tel Aviv Apartment to Nationwide Distribution: 17 kg of Drugs Seized
Following a covert investigation, police from the Binyamin station raided an apartment and seized marijuana, hashish, and ketamine. Four suspects have been arrested, and three vehicles along with an electric bicycle used in the operation were confiscated.

"Tinder Swindler" Simon Leviev: "The Netflix film is the best thing that ever happened to me"
In an interview with The Times, Shimon Hayut, who reportedly swindled about $10 million from his victims, said: "Call me a swindler, I don't care - I'm laughing all the way to the bank." For the first time in 15 years, he is a free man after the investigation in Germany was closed and the Leviev family lawsuit was withdrawn. One of his victims: "He won't change, only the law can change that."

Brush fire raging in the Yarkon area in Ramat Gan - train traffic halted
A brush fire has spread to both banks of the Yarkon River in Ramat Gan, and seven firefighting teams are operating on several fronts. Due to the proximity of the fire to the train tracks, train traffic in the area has been halted, and the public is requested to avoid arriving at the scene.

"I learned from scratch and now I want to teach others": The moving story of "Akimarket"
Eden creates ceramics and Anna sews tablecloths and pillows. At the Akim vocational and employment center in Afula, small and repetitive actions gradually turn into skill, confidence, and independence. Now the products that they and hundreds of other participants with disabilities create by hand are sold on the "Akimarket" website - and all proceeds go to them alone.

Suspected double murder in Nazareth: 2 men shot to death
Two men in their 30s were shot to death inside a vehicle in Nazareth, and MADA teams were forced to pronounce them dead at the scene. The police have launched a search for suspects in the shooting and stated that the background to the incident is criminal and the circumstances are under investigation.

At age 97: Dr. Gideon Naor, one of the first builders of the southern settlements, has passed away
Naor, one of the founders of Kibbutz Gevim and a fighter in the Palmach's Negev Brigade, served as head of the Sha'ar HaNegev Regional Council and was only 29 years old when he was elected the first head of the Kiryat Gat local council. Over decades, he held a series of senior public positions and dedicated his life to developing the periphery. After losing his sight, he founded and managed, as a...

Chief Rabbi: The code of conduct in the IDF was determined by people far from the Torah of Israel
Chief Rabbi Kalman Meir Bar spoke out against the decision to prosecute soldiers for alleged insubordination and argued that their right to maintain their way of life must be considered. "How unfortunate that those who absorbed their culture from a foreign culture and are far from the Torah of Israel determined the codes," he stated.

After the attack in Qusra: rioters threw stones at police officers
An investigation team of the Judea and Samaria District Police located a white pickup truck that was allegedly used for the violent attack in the village. When the suspects spotted it approaching, they began attacking it — two of them were arrested. The police and Shin Bet continue their attempt to uncover the identities of those involved, including the use of special measures.

Boycott and bullying at school: when does staff negligence allow for compensation claims?
The responsibility of the educational staff may also apply to incidents on social networks. What is the difference between a one-time incident and ongoing harassment, what is required to be proven - and in what cases can compensation reach millions of shekels? Attorney Uria Rosenblat sheds light on the legal aspects.

Raid in Tayibe: Drugs, vehicles, and cash worth hundreds of thousands of shekels seized
A raid by the Samaria District Crime Fighting Unit on several locations in Tayibe led to the arrest of six suspects. Police seized dozens of boxes containing substances suspected to be cannabis and ecstasy, alongside five vehicles worth approximately 600,000 shekels, about 25,000 shekels in cash, and 21 mobile phones.

Punches to the chest and ribs: police officer charged with assaulting a 17-year-old
According to the Police Investigation Department (Mahash), two 17-year-olds arrived at a banquet hall in Jerusalem to receive payment for their work. A confrontation developed with the police officer who was securing an event at the location. He is charged with both a violent assault on one of the teenagers and assaulting his friend.

15-year-old girl sexually harassed at Big Fashion Glilot mall
A 39-year-old clothing store employee is charged with sexually harassing a minor. Following the incident, the suspect threatened security guards with a glass bottle, assaulted security personnel and a police officer, and made multiple attempts to escape custody.

"Your father is dead": Daughter discovers caregiver transferred house to herself for $5
Nora traveled to visit her 75-year-old father, only to discover he had passed away. The situation escalated when she realized the caregiver had obtained power of attorney and transferred the property to her name for a nominal fee. Nora is now fighting in court to void the transaction.

Massive raid in Atarot: Attempt to distribute counterfeit food thwarted
Ministry of Agriculture inspectors uncovered 55 tons of dairy and food products smuggled from the Palestinian Authority in Atarot. Three refrigerated trucks were ready for distribution, but inspectors intervened and broke into the facility after the suspect refused to cooperate.

A month after the murder in Ein Ayala: Prosecutor's statement against the suspect
After about a month of investigation, the police announced that an evidentiary basis has been established against Ohad Arad, suspected of murdering his brother. In the coming days, an indictment and a request for detention until the end of proceedings are expected.

Suspicion: Senior official in the Palestinian Authority apparatus was involved in transferring weapons to a family member
Two Palestinians, including a senior official in the Preventive Security Service, were arrested overnight in the Hebron area. According to the suspicion, the two transferred pistols to their family member, and the police are investigating whether the weapons were intended for criminal or security-related purposes. Another suspect was arrested last week.

22-year-old driver arrested for severe drunk driving on Highway 85
The driver stopped in the middle of the lane on a highway near the Rama junction. A test revealed that his body contained 972 micrograms of alcohol per liter of exhaled air, more than four times the legal limit. He was arrested, his vehicle was impounded for 30 days, and an indictment was subsequently filed against him.

Cleared for publication: Yan Shmala is the suspect in the baby food poisoning case
His defense attorney claimed he suffers from manic depression, but a psychiatric evaluation determined he is fit for detention. Five children were hospitalized after sedatives and sleeping pills were found in the baby food. Shmala's detention has been extended until Sunday.

Without notebooks and books: "Mekor Chaim" students started the year in the vineyard
While most students started the school year in the classroom, dozens of students from the "Mekor Chaim" yeshiva put on work clothes and began harvesting and weeding. The students participated in activities as part of the "Shorashim" program, which combines agricultural work with educational and values-based activities. Over the course of the year, more than a thousand students from dozens of...

Transportation revolution in Jerusalem: Test runs begin on the L4 line
Just a week and a half after the opening of the L3 line, Jerusalem's light rail network continues to expand. This morning, test runs began on the L4 line between the Gonenim and Gilo neighborhoods. The new line is designed to connect southern residential areas to the capital's employment and commercial hubs, moving toward a target of 600,000 daily passengers.

Transfer of an object between vehicles exposed a drug deal: two suspects arrested
A young man passed items to a passenger in a vehicle in Ma'alot-Tarshiha, and a police search uncovered various types of drugs, a folding knife, and evidence allegedly linking the two suspects to drug trafficking.