Maariv

Astronomers have discovered S301, a star orbiting the black hole at the center of the Milky Way at a speed reaching about 25,000 km/s. Researchers hope that with its help, they will be able to test Einstein's theory and measure the rotation of the black hole.

A new study has discovered that dozens of animal species are capable of breaking down PHA, a type of natural plastic produced by bacteria. Researchers estimate that this ability has existed for hundreds of millions of years and may change the understanding of the carbon cycle in nature.

A lawsuit against an AI company owned by Elon Musk raises a philosophical question that we will have to deal with in the AI era, with hundreds of billions of dollars at stake.

The climate crisis is expected to make food more expensive in Israel as well, but Dr. Michal Levy believes the country can ensure food security. In a special interview, she explains why a change in habits and nutritional education is required.

Leaders of the media world, key figures from the high-tech industry, and the rabbi of the Savyon community gathered for the launch of 'Jewit - simply being Jewish': a digital platform that combines artificial intelligence and practical guides in four languages to make tradition accessible in real time.

A study by the University of Haifa reveals that members of the Natufian culture on Mount Carmel systematically ate snakes and lizards. Cut marks found on reptile vertebrae prove that this was not incidental food.

The ANKER brand is expanding its wireless headphone series with an advanced combination of artificial intelligence, excellent quality, and innovative capabilities such as real-time transcription.

In the last two weeks, one word has been driving Wall Street and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange crazy: photonics. New funds are raising millions with the promise that light will replace electricity. But from in-depth checks I conducted, a surprising picture emerges.

An ornithologist driving on Highway 90 discovered about 30 dead storks near the Tuvalan waste site. The Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel warns that this is a recurring phenomenon and demands that power lines in the area be shielded or buried.

Tests conducted at the Orot Rabin power plant in Hadera revealed that in 40% of the operating time of the coal-fired units, air pollution was measured above the permitted level. The Sharon-Carmel Environmental Association stated: "The operation of the units entails environmental and health consequences."

Dolphins use various tools for hunting, including shells, and now a group of researchers in Australia has managed to document the rare sight: "I screamed with excitement."

High fuel prices, melting glaciers at the poles, and tensions in the Middle East have opened a faster route for cargo ships through the Arctic Ocean. China is the first to launch a regular freight service on it, and experts predict rapid growth.

Yokneam Mayor Roman Peres does not view the chip giant Nvidia's decision to build its new campus in nearby Kiryat Tivon as a loss for the city. He presents an ambitious vision for Yokneam's development over the next decade, including the construction of over 14,000 housing units and large-scale urban renewal projects.

A California resident decided to ask McDonald's for a breakdown of the data the company stores about him. He did not expect to receive a 515-page document revealing detailed commercial tracking, but privacy experts explain that this is a standard level of tracking.

Is AI mistakenly perceiving women as less dangerous due to human social bias? A surprising Israeli study found that some artificial intelligence models recommended completely different punishments for men and women who committed the exact same crimes.

Artificial intelligence is already starting to change the way we shop, combining price comparison, promotions, and consumption habits. In Israel, it may become a new tool in the fight against the cost of living, but also an additional marketing channel.

Dror Bin, CEO of the Israel Innovation Authority, states that artificial intelligence is transforming the programming profession, shifting the focus from manual coding to managing AI agents. He emphasizes that displaced workers must acquire new skills to adapt to the changing market.

A sandbar that has accumulated at the mouth of the Yarkon River is blocking the flow of water to the sea, damaging water exchange, the ecosystem, and navigation. A new research project will examine the impact of the blockage and oversee its reopening.

The University Botanical Garden in Givat Ram is expanding the "Returning Nature to Gardens" project with five species, including rare flowers and even a species at risk of extinction, with the goal of encouraging gardening with local flora and strengthening biodiversity.

Nike is launching, in collaboration with Hyperice, recovery slides with heating and vibration for $249, which may cost more than 1,000 shekels in Israel. But is this an effective technology – or a "recovery tax" on a product for which the brand itself created the need?

Tel Aviv University was ranked third in the world outside the US for the number of research master's graduates who founded unicorn companies. The Hebrew University and the Technion also entered the top ten.

WhatsApp is updating its parental control system, allowing parents to manage security settings for children's accounts. New features enable parents to restrict who can contact their child and which groups they can join, while maintaining end-to-end encryption.

A skull bone found in New Mexico has now led to the identification of a new type of dinosaur that lived tens of millions of years ago. For years, the fossil went through several classifications, until a re-examination revealed that it belongs to a previously unidentified species.

The Pentagon has revealed 41 new files on unidentified anomalous phenomena: spheres flying at unusual speeds over the Gulf of Oman, a giant silent triangle in Afghanistan, and new footage from 2026. The administration emphasizes: there is no proof of extraterrestrials.

The wave of layoffs in high-tech and the preference for experienced employees signal that artificial intelligence is already changing the labor market. Israel must establish short and accessible training tracks that will allow employees to update their skills, change professions, and remain relevant.

Since Friday, more than 130 benzene measurements above the alert value have been recorded at the Bazan station. The Haifa Bay Cities Association demands to locate the source of the emissions and clarifies that a spot check without a leak is not sufficient.

The Forum of Civil Society Organizations for the Prevention of Fires warns the government that the recent Ben Shemen forest fire is a reminder that Israel must prepare for a new reality of fires amid the climate crisis.

Concerns that Chinese devices, including medical equipment and mobile technology, are being used for data collection are a priority for cyber experts in Israel and globally. Dr. Harel Menashri, a founder of the Shin Bet's cyber array, explained on 103FM how to mitigate these risks.

The gap between the US and European automotive industries is widening. Major US automakers report strong financial results, while European firms struggle with declining profitability and stiff competition.

Assuta Medical Centers, in partnership with Microsoft, is developing an AI system to act as a personal assistant for doctors. The system will automate documentation and information retrieval during patient encounters.