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The Gur Hasidic dynasty opposed Zionism but maintained practical ties with Eretz Yisrael and the State of Israel over the years, while sharply distancing itself from Satmar. Now, the current Admor's ties with a senior official in the community raise questions.

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?

US Central Command Commander Admiral Brad Cooper participated in the IDF command staff conference and reviewed the partnership with the US in the war against Iran. Chief of Staff Zamir emphasized that the IDF is prepared for a rapid return to intense combat on all fronts.

New Likud party member Oren Dubrovinsky posted a critique of Donald Trump on X regarding US-Iran negotiations, labeling the president's policy as "morally corrupt." The businessman has since issued a formal apology.

Zuhair Bahloul praised the joining of Yoav Segalovitz to Ra'am and claimed it might turn out to be a brilliant political move. According to him, the integration of Arabs and Jews into joint politics may in the future lead to broader participation in civil service.

German Economy Minister Katrina Reiche warned in a Financial Times interview that rising support for the "Alternative for Germany" (AfD) party could deter foreign investors ahead of critical state elections.

The HaTayasim hub project, with an investment of over 250 million shekels, will be built adjacent to Highway 40. The complex will include 180 electric bus bays, a 1,200-space parking lot, and a direct connection to the Purple Line light rail terminus.

In the first half of 2026, 660 incidents of nationalist crime were recorded in Judea and Samaria, alongside 45 deliberate attacks against security forces and 146 Palestinian casualties. The IDF warns of operational strain and is trying to curb friction on the ground.

Two years after receiving significant compensation for a severe car accident, a woman is seeking to recover her funds. It emerged that while she was undergoing rehabilitation, her husband was having an affair with her physical therapist.

Upon entering the election campaign, Dayan declares that he proudly raises two central banners that combine national and social resilience: the security banner and the social-educational banner.

Trump's Gaza plan offers Israel security, verifiable disarmament of Hamas, and a path to rebuilding the devastated strip. Netanyahu's categorical rejection is a reckless act.

Professor Yossi Shain warned of a severe erosion in Israel's status in the US, arguing that hostility toward Israel has become a profitable political tool and that support for it is weakening even among Republicans and in the White House.

At a Democrats party event in Nazareth, an emergency plan called "Root Treatment" was launched to combat crime in the Arab sector. According to the party's data, 889 people, including 49 children, have been murdered during the current government's term.

The Tax and Economic Prosecution Office has notified Yossi Azriel, deputy and acting mayor of Kiryat Bialik, his sons, and several companies that they are considering indicting them, subject to a hearing, on suspicion of bribery, breach of trust, and money laundering.

A Nazi salute, posts calling for the expulsion of Jews, and allegations of managing a racist anonymous account: The scandal surrounding a former club treasurer in New York deepens after he was filmed spending time with senior officials days after being suspended.

Hasan Piker grew up on the line between Turkey and New Jersey, turning from a shy boy into one of the most prominent voices of the radical left in the USA. Today he preaches his doctrine to about 3 million followers online, and when it comes to Israel, his messages are particularly sharp.

Less than two weeks after tens of thousands crossed from Morocco to Ceuta, calls are again circulating on social media for young people to gather at the border on August 15. Spanish authorities are preparing for another mass entry attempt and clarify that they are taking the threat seriously.

Iran claims that following the war, its missiles have been upgraded and are now capable of changing their trajectory and correcting flight direction on the way to the target. The IRGC says the capability is intended to improve accuracy and complicate Israel's defense systems.

A political storm is shaking Lebanon following the arrest of a senior retired Syrian officer inside the Syrian embassy in Beirut. The newspaper "Al-Akhbar" accuses authorities of attempting a secret transfer to Damascus and covering up the incident, signaling a return of Syrian influence in the country.

The Democratic senator demands that his party's leadership ban Super PACs from participating in primaries, arguing that hundreds of millions of dollars from outside entities allow special interests to influence election results.

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.

Omri Peretz, suspected of involvement in the murder of Eldar Dayan, has broken his silence during interrogation and provided his version of events, while denying involvement in the murder. Police are investigating a potential charge of abandoning a wounded person and are awaiting the autopsy report.

A jihadist organization claims it launched a rocket and a suicide drone at IDF forces in the southern Golan Heights; the IDF did not identify any launches but is investigating the report. Simultaneously, there were reports in Syria of Israeli activity in the Quneitra area.

Mati Tuchfeld estimates that Hadar Muchtar will not be able to run in the Likud primaries and warns of a legal ruling that could further crowd the list. At the same time, the ultra-Orthodox parties are dealing with pressure from within and without.

Three grenades were discovered in Gush Dan and one in Hadera. In two cases in Tel Aviv, the incidents occurred at addresses that have experienced similar threats in the past.

American efforts to advance arrangements with Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran pose a strategic challenge to Israel: how to maintain freedom of security action without clashing with Washington.

Changes in children's daily routines during the hot summer months can expose them to more accidents, both minor and severe. Dr. Samir Abu Rabia, a pediatrician at Clalit Health Services, recommends a way that will help parents get through the summer vacation far from the clinic.

Ben Caspit and Yinon Magal clashed on 103fm radio over the possibility of cooperation with Mansour Abbas, support for Netanyahu, and the consequences of October 7. Magal warned of a "Trojan horse", Caspit mocked: "It is indescribable"

The Italian Prime Minister has harshly criticized Spain's handling of illegal immigration in a move seen as an attempt to consolidate her voter base.

Against the backdrop of stagnation in the mandate polls, Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana admitted that the coalition's electoral situation is difficult, but claimed that the trend can still be changed.

In a special training exercise, the US military demonstrated the CH-53K helicopter's ability to extract and transport an F-15 aircraft. The helicopter, intended to replace Israel's 'Yasur' fleet, ensures high battlefield survivability.

IDF Arabic-language spokesperson Captain Ella Waweya warned Gaza residents of economic fraud by Hamas, stating that the leadership is paying them with old-series banknotes that will soon lose their value.

Photographer Mark Laita has been documenting the Whitaker family from West Virginia for over 20 years. Now he returns to the first meeting, the unusual behavior that left him in shock, and the dilemma that has accompanied him ever since: important documentation or exploitation?

A 30-year-old resident of Shuafat is accused of impersonating a person with whom he was in a dispute, sending messages via a fake profile, and threatening MK Zvi Sukkot. The indictment was filed following an investigation conducted by the Lahav 433 unit.

Avida Bachar, who lost his wife and son on October 7, warns against the continued strengthening of Hamas and demands fundamental change in Gaza. At the same time, he rejects the possibility of being placed on the Likud list and clarifies: "I reject this entirely."

The State Attorney's Office is suing the operator of the crocodile farm in Petza'el for over a million shekels, claiming that safety and maintenance deficiencies forced the authorities to intervene. Among the actions taken by the state: securing the farm and putting down 270 crocodiles due to the danger to human life.

The court approved a mediation agreement that will lead to the upgrade and expansion of the Timarim wastewater treatment plant by 2029. The facility will be able to treat double the amount of sewage, and additional reservoirs will be built. The agreement was signed following a class action lawsuit filed by beachgoers and surfers on Ashdod's beaches.

Prof. Uzi Rabi, a senior researcher at the Dayan Center for Middle Eastern Studies at Tel Aviv University, claimed during an interview on 103FM that Iran identifies great weakness on the part of the United States and President Trump.

The healthcare system is defending the teams at Rambam Hospital following allegations regarding the treatment of soldiers. Prof. Hagai Levine and the Mirsham organization warn against incitement and racism, while emphasizing that claims regarding the quality of care deserve to be investigated through proper channels.

The group brings together people dealing with mental health challenges and surfers from the wider community at the water's edge, creating a space where waves blur boundaries, build self-confidence, and enable new human connections.