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Aug 21, 2026
10:02Walla
From Iran to New York, and now to Ra'anana: Why did the affluent community leave everything just now?
Local News

From Iran to New York, and now to Ra'anana: Why did the affluent community leave everything just now?

Prosperous careers, a closed community, and luxurious villas: families of Iranian descent who left a comfortable life in New York to settle in Ra'anana. "October 7th turned 'someday' into 'now'."

Aug 20, 2026
21:44Walla
"Torture and abuse - a cruel policy": B'Tselem organization is outraged by the arrest of a doctor from Ramallah
Crime

"Torture and abuse - a cruel policy": B'Tselem organization is outraged by the arrest of a doctor from Ramallah

Israeli forces raided the home of Dr. Dima Amin due to the publication of over one hundred posts, for which she is suspected of harming state security. Her family members were unable to locate her for about 30 hours and did not know where she was being held or what her condition was - and only later did it emerge that she had suffered a cardiac event during her arrest.

20:23Walla
Was the suspect not at the scene? Developments in the Shay Yorkevich murder investigation
Crime

Was the suspect not at the scene? Developments in the Shay Yorkevich murder investigation

Six months after the murder in the Hatikva neighborhood, 39-year-old Israel Ohana from Bat Yam was arrested on suspicion of murdering Shay Yorkevich and attempting to murder Muhammad Masarwa. His attorney claims he was under house arrest at the time, but police maintain he was involved. The judge extended his detention by four days, demanding that investigators strengthen their evidence.

19:36Walla
Shocking details: blood spatter on the ceiling in brother's murder case
Crime

Shocking details: blood spatter on the ceiling in brother's murder case

The Hadera Magistrate's Court has extended the detention of Ohad Arad, suspected of murdering his brother Asa, for the fifth time. The judge ruled that the suspicion against him has reached a "very high intensity."

19:36Walla
Ran over sheep and attacked the shepherd: young man from Beitar Illit indicted
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Ran over sheep and attacked the shepherd: young man from Beitar Illit indicted

Yedidya Kaufman, a resident of Beitar Illit born in 2005, is accused of a series of violent crimes in the Samaria region. According to the indictment, he drove an off-road vehicle toward a Palestinian shepherd's flock, ran over a pregnant sheep and injured another, and subsequently attacked the shepherd. In other incidents, he is accused of attacking activists and trespassing.

18:56Walla
15 and 16-year-olds charged with stabbing 14-year-old boy on soccer field
Crime

15 and 16-year-olds charged with stabbing 14-year-old boy on soccer field

Two brothers are charged with a severe assault on a teenager at a soccer field in Yafa, near Nazareth. According to the indictment, they arrived equipped with a knife, brass knuckles, and tear gas, and one of them stabbed the teenager in the neck and back. After the attack, the two hid for about two weeks. The teenager currently uses a wheelchair and suffers from paralysis on the left side of his...

17:11Walla
Waited near a hotel in Tel Aviv and stabbed his ex-girlfriend's partner: indictment against a Holon resident
Crime

Waited near a hotel in Tel Aviv and stabbed his ex-girlfriend's partner: indictment against a Holon resident

According to the indictment, the defendant, in his 20s, arrived at the Royal Beach Hotel in Tel Aviv equipped with a sharp object, and subsequently stabbed the victim in the abdomen and hand, causing moderate injuries. The investigation indicates that the incident occurred against a romantic background, after the victim entered into a relationship with the defendant's ex-partner.

16:30Walla
Legal precedent: Murder charge filed for the first time to prevent a witness from testifying
Crime

Legal precedent: Murder charge filed for the first time to prevent a witness from testifying

The indictment in the Buq'ata double murder case charges the defendants with the murder of a witness in a criminal proceeding to obstruct justice. The prosecution alleges the three defendants planned the assassination of Marwan Abu Shahin, a key witness in an extortion case. A private investigator at the scene was killed alongside him.

15:47Walla
"Deviation from expected restraint": Ombudsman rules complaints against District Court judge justified
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"Deviation from expected restraint": Ombudsman rules complaints against District Court judge justified

Complaints were filed against Judge Michal Agmon-Gonen for active membership in a WhatsApp group of the Israel Women's Network, including posting an advertisement on her behalf and recommending a lawyer who appears before her. Although the complaints were found to be justified, the Ombudsman emphasized that the flaws found do not justify taking disciplinary action.

15:09Walla
Haifa Mayor warns of education crisis, citing IDF officer corps as example
Local News

Haifa Mayor warns of education crisis, citing IDF officer corps as example

The annual education preparation conference in Haifa focused on school violence, mental resilience, and the urgent need for reform in special education and classroom management.

14:26Walla
Loaded weapon and ready magazines: Operation "Iron Net" in the Negev
Crime

Loaded weapon and ready magazines: Operation "Iron Net" in the Negev

As part of a large-scale police operation to combat crime in the Negev, district officers in cooperation with Border Police fighters carried out a proactive raid on a residential house in a local council near Arad, resulting in the arrest of a suspect.

13:43Walla
Arrested in northern Tel Aviv on suspicion of drug trafficking: what was hidden in the vehicle
Crime

Arrested in northern Tel Aviv on suspicion of drug trafficking: what was hidden in the vehicle

A resident of Petah Tikva was arrested last night in the North Tel Aviv neighborhood on suspicion of drug trafficking. A search of his vehicle revealed approximately 90 bags of cannabis, cookies suspected of containing drugs, and 4,050 shekels in cash. The suspect is scheduled to appear in court today for a detention hearing.

12:16Walla
Storm in Arad: Ultra-Orthodox individuals covered memorial stickers for fallen IDF soldiers with posters
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Storm in Arad: Ultra-Orthodox individuals covered memorial stickers for fallen IDF soldiers with posters

Arad Mayor Yair Maayan filed a police complaint against an extremist group that desecrated memorial stickers for fallen IDF soldiers. The individuals covered the tributes with posters opposing a high-tech employment program for Ultra-Orthodox women.

10:48Walla
Car thief breaks through police checkpoint in Ariel: suspect arrested after shooting
Crime

Car thief breaks through police checkpoint in Ariel: suspect arrested after shooting

During a police chase after a stolen vehicle driver in Ariel, the thief broke through a police checkpoint and attempted to run over a police officer. As he continued driving recklessly toward a Palestinian village, forces fired at the vehicle's tires and wounded the suspect, who was treated on the spot and evacuated.

08:42Walla
The camera turned on, the suspect tried to escape: drone footage leading to an arrest | First publication
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The camera turned on, the suspect tried to escape: drone footage leading to an arrest | First publication

During a Border Police operation near Rahat, a drone identified a suspect removing an object from a vehicle and attempting to flee. Officers apprehended the suspect, and a subsequent search of the area uncovered a Glock pistol wrapped in paper and hidden in an open field. The suspect, an 18-year-old from the Bedouin community, has been arrested and his detention extended.

01:35Walla
Why you must stop suppressing your past
Religion

Why you must stop suppressing your past

Rabbanit Tzila Elchanati and Rabbanit Pri Cohen explain why suppression does not truly make pain disappear, how to give the past a place without sinking into it, and why dealing with what was can become an engine for growth and faith. Watch the episode from the program "Meshivat Nefesh".

00:19Walla
Suspected drug use under investigation: 17-year-old boy dies after collapsing in Ashdod
Crime

Suspected drug use under investigation: 17-year-old boy dies after collapsing in Ashdod

A 17-year-old boy from Ashdod died Wednesday evening at Assuta Hospital after being rushed there in critical condition. Police have opened an investigation, exploring the possibility that he had consumed alcohol and drugs during a gathering with friends. No signs of violence were found on his body, and the inquiry is ongoing.

00:10Walla
"It's a scandal, it was done maliciously": New twist in the Maradona trial
Crime

"It's a scandal, it was done maliciously": New twist in the Maradona trial

The trial surrounding the death of Diego Maradona has entered a new legal dilemma. During one of the hearings, it was discovered that the medical commission had mistakenly analyzed tests that did not belong to Diego, but to his father, Don Diego Maradona, who was also treated at Swiss Medical in 2015.

Aug 19, 2026
21:47Walla
Assisting Educators: New Program to Train Hundreds of Educational Aides
Education

Assisting Educators: New Program to Train Hundreds of Educational Aides

About 600 educational aides from approximately 50 municipalities are expected to join the "Ofek BeTnuah" ("Horizon in Motion") program in the 2026/27 school year. The initiative will allow them to earn a bachelor's degree in early childhood education, receive a teaching certificate, and obtain an annual scholarship of 6,000 shekels to help address the national teacher shortage.

17:10Walla
No less than 162 kg: Suspect in avocado theft caught red-handed in Moshav Yesodot
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No less than 162 kg: Suspect in avocado theft caught red-handed in Moshav Yesodot

During an operation by fighters of the Border Police (Magav) Central District near Moshav Yesodot, a vehicle was located containing 162 kg of avocados suspected to be stolen. The fighters identified a suspect who was near the vehicle and detained him, and a representative of the moshav who was summoned found that the avocados were of a variety grown in the agricultural fields of the settlement.

15:08Walla
Drug apartment in Ashkelon exposed: "Doctor," crystal, and marijuana worth hundreds of thousands of shekels
Crime

Drug apartment in Ashkelon exposed: "Doctor," crystal, and marijuana worth hundreds of thousands of shekels

Detectives from the Ashkelon station raided a drug apartment and seized two kilograms of various types of drugs worth hundreds of thousands of shekels. One suspect was detained for questioning. The deputy station commander stated: "We will continue to act proactively and decisively against drug offenses."

13:06Walla
Missing for over a month: Police request public assistance in locating Larisa Marlemeshtein from Ashdod
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Missing for over a month: Police request public assistance in locating Larisa Marlemeshtein from Ashdod

The police continue the search for 53-year-old Ashdod resident Larisa Marlemeshtein, who was last seen on July 15, 2026. Ashdod police officers are conducting extensive investigative and operational activities, including area scans and interviews with the missing woman's acquaintances.

12:25Walla
3×3: Three sets of triplets born at Shaare Zedek Medical Center in one month
Health

3×3: Three sets of triplets born at Shaare Zedek Medical Center in one month

Three sets of triplets were born within a single month at Shaare Zedek Medical Center, including a rare case where two girls shared a single placenta. Midwife Limor Hekster described the experience as an exciting and unique event for the medical team.

11:06Walla
Dangerous Falafel: Children Hospitalized After Trip to Egypt
Health

Dangerous Falafel: Children Hospitalized After Trip to Egypt

Within ten days, two children who returned from Egypt developed acute anemia due to rapid red blood cell breakdown. Their families, aware of G6PD deficiency (favism), were unaware that Egyptian falafel, or 'ta'amiya,' is made entirely from fava beans, leading to an unintended medical emergency.

09:43Walla
Drama in Thailand: Arrest warrants for 20 Israelis in massive raid on Koh Samui
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Drama in Thailand: Arrest warrants for 20 Israelis in massive raid on Koh Samui

Thai police have launched a wide-ranging operation against companies suspected of disguising foreign ownership using local nominees. Arrest warrants have been issued for 20 Israelis. An Israeli couple is suspected of operating a school for Israeli children without a license, as well as 19 real estate and tourism business promotion companies: "We acted legally, our name will be cleared."

07:41Walla
ATVs, a motorcycle and dozens of cartons: the loot uncovered in a raid in Tarabin
Crime

ATVs, a motorcycle and dozens of cartons: the loot uncovered in a raid in Tarabin

Detectives from the Negev Central Unit and fighters from the Southern National Guard raided a compound and a house in the village of Tarabin. During the search, two ATVs, a motorcycle, and a trailer suspected of being stolen were seized, alongside 59 cartons of cigarettes, more than 25,000 shekels in cash, and walkie-talkies. Two local residents were arrested.

03:26Walla
Without sweating: Scientists have developed a "fitness pill" that makes the body react as if it were exercising
Health

Without sweating: Scientists have developed a "fitness pill" that makes the body react as if it were exercising

Will we soon be able to skip workouts and achieve their benefits with a pill? A new experimental drug attempts to mimic a molecule that the body produces following physical activity. The first human trial has concluded, and researchers are now planning to test if it can help after stopping weight-loss medications.

03:10Walla
A massive study reveals: these are the 2 professions with the highest risk of cancer mortality
Health

A massive study reveals: these are the 2 professions with the highest risk of cancer mortality

A study based on more than 12 million death certificates examined over 500 professions and identified two groups of workers with significantly higher mortality rates from cancers linked to high-altitude cosmic radiation. Does this risk apply to occasional flyers?

02:26Walla
The mistake parents make when designing the children's room for the school year
Health

The mistake parents make when designing the children's room for the school year

Ahead of the return to school, parents invest in a desk, chair, lighting, and accessories for the children's room, but the less aesthetic details can actually be the most important. Here is how to plan a study corner that is suitable for a body that is still growing.

Aug 18, 2026
21:11Walla
"A violent and baseless raid": Demand for an investigation against police officers who raided a wedding in Umm al-Fahm
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"A violent and baseless raid": Demand for an investigation against police officers who raided a wedding in Umm al-Fahm

Following the police raid on a wedding on Saturday, the organization for the rights of Arab citizens in Israel claims that the officers threw stun grenades, aimed weapons, used a Taser, and forced dozens of guests to lie on the ground, even though no weapons were found and no one was arrested: "Excessive authority and disproportionate violation of fundamental rights"

20:32Walla
Haim Rotter, Accused of Serious Sexual Offenses, Released to House Arrest
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Haim Rotter, Accused of Serious Sexual Offenses, Released to House Arrest

Haim Rotter, former chairman of the "HaShomrim" organization in Bnei Brak, has been released from custody to house arrest in Jerusalem after a lengthy detention. The release follows compliance with strict conditions set by the Supreme Court, including the establishment of a formal supervision array.

14:30Walla
Suspect in gluing the lock of 'Cafe BaSmita' distanced from the business
Crime

Suspect in gluing the lock of 'Cafe BaSmita' distanced from the business

The suspect was arrested on suspicion of involvement in graffiti, littering, and damaging the lock of the cafe, which has been a focal point for protests between ultra-Orthodox and secular individuals over its operation on Saturdays.

11:50Walla
In Givatayim, grants were awarded to 22 business owners who served in the reserves
Local News

In Givatayim, grants were awarded to 22 business owners who served in the reserves

The grants are intended to express appreciation to reservists who, alongside prolonged and significant service, had to deal with the challenges involved in running a business during the war. Those eligible for the grant are business owners who served as combat soldiers in the reserves for at least 100 days from the end of 2023 until the end of 2025.

11:49Walla
KKL-JNF to Grant Tender Preference to Businesses from Gaza Envelope and Northern Front
Local News

KKL-JNF to Grant Tender Preference to Businesses from Gaza Envelope and Northern Front

The KKL-JNF Board of Directors approved granting preference to businesses from the Western Negev and the northern confrontation line settlements in all of the organization's tenders. Suppliers with at least 60% of their operations in the eligible areas will enjoy a 15% preference in the price component. The decision will be in effect for three years and will apply to contracts worth hundreds of...

11:09Walla
The Key to Peace at Home: Don't Be Right, Be Wise
Religion

The Key to Peace at Home: Don't Be Right, Be Wise

Peace at home is not built on winning arguments, but on the ability to stop, think, and choose correctly. Rabbi Zamir Cohen explains why it is sometimes worth giving in even when we are right, how one phrasing can build a bridge or a wall, and what can be learned from the wife of On ben Pelet about wisdom in marriage.

11:09Walla
Good news for the academic community: Jerusalem Municipality has granted an occupancy permit for the new dormitory complex
Local News

Good news for the academic community: Jerusalem Municipality has granted an occupancy permit for the new dormitory complex

The complex represents a significant step in strengthening the community of students and researchers in the capital, and will provide new and advanced housing solutions in the heart of the campus alongside a learning and community environment and a variety of services. The complex, designed by Schwartz-Besnosoff Architects, enjoys exceptional transport accessibility, including a connection to the...

11:09Walla
"Are we second-class teachers?": The "talent" program causing a stir in the Ministry of Education
Education

"Are we second-class teachers?": The "talent" program causing a stir in the Ministry of Education

A program promoted by the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Education, offering improved salary conditions to new recruits, has sparked anger among veteran teachers. Educators are protesting the state's willingness to pay significantly more to outside hires while neglecting those who have been in the system for years.

09:47Walla
Mother of a hostage survivor: "We kept fighting without knowing when or how, but with complete faith"
Religion

Mother of a hostage survivor: "We kept fighting without knowing when or how, but with complete faith"

Viki Cohen reveals what happened behind the scenes of the struggle to bring her son Nimrod back from Hamas captivity - from the initial shock, through the drawings, to the anxiety she felt moments before the deal was executed. "I always believed there was a higher power that would help me."

08:16Walla
The battle for the Lakers complicates: Jeanie Buss tries to block the sale
Crime

The battle for the Lakers complicates: Jeanie Buss tries to block the sale

Following reports that the Buss family will sell the remaining 17.8% of the club, Jeanie opposes the move, claiming it violates a court order. Her lawyers are demanding to halt the deal and keep her as the controlling owner.

07:32Walla
A woman aged about 40 died in a fire in Holon
Crime

A woman aged about 40 died in a fire in Holon

A fire broke out on HaOrgim Street in Holon. Magen David Adom (MDA) paramedics arriving at the scene found a woman aged about 40 with no signs of life and were forced to declare her death.

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