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A dream vacation in Mexico could end in the emergency room: UK health authorities are warning of a sharp rise in cases of infection with the Cyclospora parasite among tourists who have returned from the country. The parasite, which is transmitted through contaminated food or water, causes an acute intestinal infection accompanied by particularly severe symptoms. According to the latest data, in...

Can a lung transplant, a procedure that for years was hardly considered an option for patients with advanced lung cancer, become a treatment for a specific group of patients? A study published in the medical journal JAMA presents exceptional preliminary results among patients with stage 4 NSCLC lung cancer, whose disease was limited to the lungs and did not respond to medical treatment.

The New York City Council has opened a new front against prediction markets, as Council Speaker Adrienne Adams sent investigative letters to four companies operating in the field: Polymarket, Kalshi, Coinbase, and Gemini Titan. The companies were required to answer questions regarding how they market their services and the extent of their compliance with consumer protection laws.

The Ministry of Health ordered today (Wednesday) the immediate closure of the "Oshi Oshi" restaurant at 10 Prof. Shechtman Street in Hadera, following a series of sanitary deficiencies found during inspections. Hadera District Physician, Dr. Marwa Matanes, determined that the continued operation of the business poses a danger to public health.

For the first time since the October 7 massacre, Zikim Beach is fully open to the public for the current bathing season. After being severely damaged during the Hamas attack, the site underwent extensive rehabilitation and is now welcoming visitors once again.

Two weeks of traffic disruptions are expected in the area of the Keren Kayemet bridge in Tel Aviv-Yafo: starting from this coming Saturday night (15.8), maintenance, restoration, and safety works will begin on the bridge, during which traffic lanes will be blocked intermittently in both directions.

The Supreme Court has rejected Likud's request, ruling that the hearing on the appeal regarding the ban on MKs running in districts will proceed as scheduled on Thursday at 09:00 and will not be moved up.

It was permitted for publication today, Wednesday, that Shay Benamo from Kiryat Gat is the second senior criminal arrested yesterday in a case managed by the Lachish Central Unit on suspicion of involvement in a protection and extortion racket. Along with him, his brother, Michael Benamo, was also arrested. The court extended their detention for six days.

Bill and Ilim Kim, a 28-year-old couple living in Long Island City, Queens, discovered during their vacation that a stranger was inside their apartment, walking between rooms, pouring herself a drink, and relaxing on the sofa as if it were her own home.

Is it possible to protect the liver even without losing weight? A new study published on August 10 in the scientific journal Cell Metabolism points to a surprising mechanism that may change the way researchers look at the treatment of advanced fatty liver disease. The researchers found that the hormone GDF15 may activate a communication pathway between the brain and the liver, which helps reduce...

Issa Grayeb was born in Nazareth, is an Israeli citizen, a graduate of Bezalel, and a lecturer at the institution. However, according to documentation published in Germany, he tags Nazareth, Haifa, and Jerusalem as "Palestine," refers to the IDF as "Israeli Occupation Forces," and was presented under a DAAD scholarship as originating from the "Palestinian territories." When such things are...

A 3-year-old boy is in moderate condition after being rescued from a pool at a zimmer on Lotus Street in Eilat. United Hatzalah medics provided initial treatment before his transport to Yoseftal Hospital.

Police from the Tel Aviv North station have arrested a 26-year-old suspect for allegedly purchasing luxury goods worth hundreds of thousands of shekels using stolen credit card details. The Tel Aviv Magistrate's Court has extended his detention until August 16, 2026.

Another scooter accident on Israel's roads: A 22-year-old man was moderately injured today (Tuesday) after being hit by a truck on Sderot Giborei Israel in Netanya. Rescue teams called to the scene provided him with initial medical treatment and evacuated him to Laniado Hospital suffering from a head injury.

Who said trampolines are only for kids? In recent years, they are making a surprising comeback, this time as part of one of the most intriguing trends in the fitness world. Rebounding workouts, based on jumps and rhythmic movements on a personal trampoline, are gaining popularity and offer a combination of aerobic activity, music, and a party atmosphere.

A photo published by the Dutch organization CIDI has sparked public outrage. The image shows a man in a supermarket wearing a shirt with "October 7" written on the back. Party for Freedom leader Geert Wilders has demanded an immediate government response and the deportation of the individual.

An unusual medical case in the Philippines highlights the environmental risks following natural disasters: a 52-year-old woman was hospitalized with severe neurological symptoms. Scans revealed pork tapeworm larvae in her brain tissue, contracted due to poor sanitary conditions.

A driver who broke through a checkpoint in Jerusalem and caused a fatal accident has been arrested by police. Two illegal aliens were killed after being ejected from the vehicle's trunk, and a third remains in critical condition.

The link between fitness and quality sleep is well-known, but until now, it was unclear which specific workout yields the best results. A new data analysis from Harbin Sport University in China, involving over 2,500 participants with sleep disorders, found that short, high-intensity yoga is the most effective tool for improving sleep—outperforming walking, aerobic exercise, and Tai Chi.

A group of activists from the "Halutzei HaBashan" movement were arrested again tonight (Tuesday) near an improvised tent they set up at the 'Tal Hermon' point. Over the past month, the movement's activists have arrived at the site many times in an attempt to establish a Jewish foothold in the area, and have been evacuated and arrested several times by security forces.

36-year-old Shalva Yakobashvili, a married father of two, decided about two months ago that it was time to make amends. Although he was unable to enlist in the army due to his past, he chose to dedicate his life to those on the front lines since the October 7 massacre. "It is something that touches my heart very much. When I was a child, I really wanted to enlist and they didn't let me," he says...

A man of about 25 was moderately injured this evening in a single-vehicle accident while riding an electric bicycle at the Ganim junction on Highway 40 in Petah Tikva. United Hatzalah medical teams provided initial treatment before evacuating him to Beilinson Hospital.

How much does PSA need to drop to know that prostate cancer treatment is really working? A new study published today (Monday) in the journal CANCER of the American Cancer Society points to a clear target: a PSA level lower than 0.2 ng/mL within nine months of starting treatment was associated with better survival among patients with metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer.

Hot flashes, sleep disturbances, joint pain, and physical changes are some of the symptoms many women experience around menopause. Now, a new study points to a factor that may make this period even more challenging: type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. Researchers found that postmenopausal women with blood sugar disorders reported not only a greater number of symptoms but also more severe symptoms.

Even a small change in daily routine can be significant. A new study published in the journal BMC Medicine, which examined data from tens of thousands of participants, found that replacing time spent sitting or sleeping with physical activity was linked to a lower risk of developing types of cancer associated with physical activity. The findings received widespread coverage today, August 10...

Channel 14 monitoring reveals that the attempt to allocate millions of shekels from student funds for activities during the election period was blocked after student union representatives opposed the move and demanded a significant reduction in the amount and the creation of transparency and oversight mechanisms. At the center of the dispute was a demand by the National Union of Students chair...

Yotam Asban, a resident of Beit El and a graduate of the Mercaz HaRav and Beit Orot yeshivas, stood under the chuppah this evening (Monday) with Rinat — more than two years after he was critically wounded in the head during fighting in Jabalia in the Gaza Strip. Asban served in the Paratroopers Reconnaissance Unit and was wounded in May 2024 in a friendly fire incident, when the force he was...

The coffin of four-year-old Shalom Saginer, who drowned during a family vacation in Mexico, is currently on its way to Israel. The plane is expected to land tomorrow morning, after which the child will be buried. The late Shalom was the son of Rabbi Asaf and Rivka Saginer and the grandson of the Gaon Rabbi Shalom Arush.

Not as glamorous as it seems: Britney Boltinhaus, a 27-year-old model who won the title of Miss North Carolina USA, has launched a legal battle after being stripped of her title following posts that were apparently racist in nature.

The death of 5-year-old Ian Munir Abu Ammar from Lakiya, who drowned six days ago in a public pool in Omer near Be'er Sheva, has been confirmed. The child was evacuated to the hospital in critical condition following resuscitation efforts by MADA teams.

An Alaska Airlines flight departing from Miami International Airport was forced yesterday (Sunday) to delay its takeoff and enter an emergency state. The dramatic incident occurred after the pilot reported "threats" from passengers on board the aircraft while it was taxiing on the runway.

Social activist Sheffi Paz caused a storm online after posting a harsh video against illegal migrants in south Tel Aviv, featuring clips edited using artificial intelligence, showing migrants being collected from public spaces by a garbage truck's mechanical arm and thrown into it.

Deputy Mayor of Haifa, Facher Biadsa, responded today (Monday) to the public outcry surrounding testimonies from families of wounded soldiers regarding abuse and neglect by Arab staff at Rambam Hospital, and in an infuriating manner, chose to defend the medical teams, labeling the allegations against them as "racism".

Another step in strengthening the northern border communities: 11 first modular structures were brought this morning to Kibbutz Dafna in the Upper Galilee as part of the "Growth Neighborhoods" project. The initiative, led by the Settlement Division of the World Zionist Organization, aims to facilitate the absorption of new families in the region.

The police announced that an indictment was filed against a 29-year-old resident of Kisra-Sumei after a search of his vehicle revealed weapons, including a loaded Glock pistol, plastic explosives, and an improvised explosive device. The indictment was filed at the Haifa District Court, along with a request to hold him in custody until the end of the proceedings.

A dramatic development in the fight against organized crime: Daniel Kinahan, one of the world's most wanted figures, has been extradited from the UAE to Ireland. On Sunday evening, he appeared before the Special Criminal Court in Dublin on charges of running a criminal organization.

A widespread outbreak of salmonella is causing concern in the United States: The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), along with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), are investigating a multi-state outbreak of Salmonella Javiana linked to fresh jalapeño peppers. According to official reports, 345 people across 27 states have been infected.

Significant news in the fight against one of the deadliest cancers: a new oral drug has nearly doubled the median survival of patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer who had already received prior treatment, compared to standard chemotherapy. The drug, Daraxonrasib (RMC-6236), was tested in a phase 3 study called RASolute 302, showing a median overall survival of 13.2 months versus 6.7 months...

Treatment for chronic wounds has become a focal point for massive expenditures and a series of investigations into suspected medical fraud in the US. At the center of the controversy are "skin substitutes," with spending in this sector skyrocketing over the past few years.

Political commentator Yaakov Bardugo revealed that Yoav Segalovitch, while serving as head of the Israel Police Investigations Division, attempted to pressure journalist Matti Tuchfeld to prevent the publication of a report regarding corruption in Shelly Yachimovich's election headquarters during the Labor Party primaries.