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16 Years After Museum Theft: Artwork Returned to Artist's Family
Following a report in ynet and Yedioth Ahronoth regarding a stolen painting by artist Yosef Bau, the work has been returned to his family. A friend of the painter purchased it at an auction he happened to attend.

Still hotter than usual, relief on Friday | Full forecast
The weather today will continue to be hotter than usual and dry in the mountains and inland, and humid on the coastal plain. Tomorrow a gradual drop in temperatures will begin, and on Friday they are expected to return to being normal for the season - with a possibility of drizzle or light local rain in the north and center.

The special clause in Manor Solomon's West Ham contract
Following his official presentation at the Championship club, it has been revealed that a 20-match appearance threshold in his third season will trigger an automatic contract extension. Details regarding his salary, expected debut, and an upcoming Israeli derby in the League Cup have also emerged.

"Death to the IDF": Hate graffiti in a destination flooded with Israelis this summer
Against the backdrop of a wave of pro-Palestinian protests across Greece, a harsh graffiti inscription against the IDF and in favor of "Palestinian resistance" was documented in Heraklion, Crete. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called on Israelis in the country to be vigilant, conceal national symbols, and stay away from gatherings.

Does the window for stroke treatment close after 4.5 hours? A new study changes the picture
For years, a 4.5-hour window was considered a major limit for administering clot-dissolving drugs after an ischemic stroke. A study reviewing 14 trials and over 4,000 patients shows that in carefully selected patients, mainly with the help of advanced imaging, treatment may be beneficial even at a later stage. Dr. Roni Eichel, a stroke expert at Shaare Zedek: "The approach must be fast, because...

"This is my medicine": The empty refrigerator at the blood bank - and the threat to patients' lives
Every two weeks, 71-year-old Yaffa Ben-Shimol arrives at Beilinson Hospital to receive a blood transfusion without which she cannot function. At the same time, Kobi (a pseudonym), a doctor diagnosed with a rare bone marrow disease, depends on regular blood transfusions to continue working and functioning. Against the backdrop of a sharp decline in national blood stocks, the Ministry of Health and...

An unpredictable president: Why is Trump 'lowering his profile' regarding Iran? | With Ron Ben-Yishai
At the beginning of the month, Donald Trump announced the cancellation of the planned attack on Iran, which has meanwhile stopped attacking its neighbors in the Gulf - and the US military is already briefing on a 'respite'. But is this just a negotiation tactic, and how much should Israel worry? Ron Ben-Yishai explains the change in the president's perception of the situation in the Strait of...

Red on the rise: Hapoel Haifa is no longer afraid
The victory in the Toto Cup derby raised expectations on the red side of the Carmel. With a budget of 33 million shekels and a coach who was given a free hand to revolutionize the squad, Hapoel Haifa wants to stop looking down and start threatening the big teams.

"Pini Gershon told me that basketball is a marathon. When you are good, eventually luck catches up with you" | Exclusive
After returning Eilat to the Premier League, Elad Hasin will coach Maccabi Ramat Gan this season. He talks about everything: his beginnings in 7th grade in Jerusalem, the love for basketball that kept him in the sport, the loss of the late Raz Adam, and his warm relationship with Pini Gershon: "In sports, you have to know how to get up. Not everything is stairs that you climb."

Champion: The big and surprising star of Hapoel Be'er Sheva
He is not the flashiest star and not a man of numbers, but when the money is on the table, Zahi Ahmed is always there. Nothing came easily to the kid from Abu Snan, and in Be'er Sheva they were not in a hurry to give him the keys, until the connection with Ran Kozuch arrived, who identified something in him that others missed. Since then, he has repaid with a goal in the State Cup final and in the...

Polisuk in the Ministry of Defense
Among the line of ministers challenged in their roles, Defense Minister Israel Katz most likely earns a spot on the podium in the parade of folly of the outgoing government.

"Sulha" against Arab society
"I do not need the state to protect me from my culture, I am proud of it. I demand that the state stop using my culture to justify abandoning me."

We are still in their debt
While parties are scrambling for votes, survivors of captivity find themselves asking for support. So here is a proposal for every Zionist party: not just support for reservists, eliminating Hamas, and universal conscription. A law for hostages and their families. But a real one.

Do not underestimate the triple alliance
The joint agreement between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan is a significant loss for Israel and the USA. It testifies to the disappointment of the Gulf states in the United States, which failed against the Iranian threat, and clarifies the price of the Israeli refusal to normalize relations with Riyadh. Although the defense alliance is unlikely to work in real-time, it is a serious problem.

Knesset entry threshold rises: Small parties at risk
A Taub Center analysis warns that the rising number of eligible voters will increase the votes required to enter the Knesset. Estimates range from 171,000 votes at a 70% turnout to 195,000 at an 80% turnout. Without mergers, small parties risk wasting hundreds of thousands of votes.

Erdogan takes a step toward peace — and toward staying in power: thousands of Kurdish fighters to receive amnesty
The Turkish parliament has passed a historic law allowing thousands of Kurdish fighters to lay down their arms and reintegrate into civilian life. The move is intended to solidify the peace process with the PKK, though the opposition fears it is a tool to extend President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's tenure.

Adva Cohen qualified for the European Championship final in the 3,000m steeplechase
The Israeli managed to secure the eighth and final spot in the final only in the last meters, stopping the clock at 9:37.15 minutes.

Pleasing Trump without alienating the base: Netanyahu's election trap
The "absolute victory" Netanyahu promised in the war against Hamas has yet to be achieved, and the Prime Minister finds himself two and a half months before the elections forced to balance between the President's demand to advance the implementation of the agreement in the Strip and the fear of alienating his supporters. While polls are discouraging, strikes in Gaza have already ceased: "This is...

"Three Palestinian homes under siege": Outpost established near a village in Samaria
A branch of the Tel Talpiot outpost was established near the village of Kusra, adjacent to Palestinian homes. Circulated footage shows IDF soldiers praying in the area, heightening tensions. The army has launched an investigation.

A gesture to the fans: Maccabi Netanya season ticket holders will receive a free ticket to the Toto Cup semi-final
An interesting gesture by the Diamonds ahead of Sunday's meeting against Maccabi Tel Aviv. At the same time, Roni Levy continues to work on strengthening the squad and is looking for a center-back and a winger.

Son of a Yisrael Beiteinu official and anti-Trump tweets: mixed feelings in Likud following new appointment
Benjamin Netanyahu has worked to reserve a spot on the Likud list for businessman Oren Dobronsky, aiming to appeal to voters. However, the appointment has sparked debate due to Dobronsky's past harsh criticism of Donald Trump and ceasefire policies.

Manor Solomon: "I want to bring West Ham back to the Premier League and succeed like Benayoun and Berkovic"
After signing with the "Hammers", as first revealed by ynet, the Israeli midfielder spoke about his goals at the next stop in his career: "It is an ambitious, very big club with amazing fans. I wanted to be a part of it."

Following Oren Dobronsky's joining the Likud: the new season of "The Sharks" will be postponed
The businessman and entrepreneur's joining the Likud as a reserved candidate also affects the broadcast schedule: the new season of "The Sharks," which has already been filmed and edited, will be postponed until after the elections. Sources familiar with the details claim that election laws and propaganda regulations do not allow its broadcast before the elections. Dobronsky, a regular panel...

Impressive: Aviv Barzelay qualifies for the 200m backstroke final at the European Championships
The Israeli swimmer finished eighth in the semifinals and, alongside Tom Minis, secured qualification for the 2027 World Championships. The relay team finished seventh in the 4x200m freestyle final, with Denis Loktev setting a new Israeli record.

30 years later: The trial for the murder of Tupac begins
Duane "Keffe D" Davis, accused of planning the murder of the legendary rapper, appeared in a Las Vegas court and pleaded not guilty. The prosecution alleges he was involved in the planning and provided the weapon, though he did not pull the trigger.

"Total paralysis - and we have no way out": The Iranian target in Hormuz that collapsed during the war
Qeshm Island, with its 150,000 residents, was a tourism success story: millions of visitors a year, thriving hotels and restaurants, and investments flowing in. With the bombings, businesses closed - and the island remained desolate: "Life has been disrupted, there is no income," a local fisherman shared. Peace is not on the horizon, and uncertainty has become permanent: "In front of us is an...

Shaaraim and Marmorek in Liga Gimel: Who is the senior team in Rehovot now
After years of urban rivalry, the two legendary clubs will continue to exist in Liga Gimel, while the united team, Ironi Rehovot, will play in Liga Alef and represent the city at the new stadium.

Trump: "Iran wants compensation for damages. Interesting idea - I will demand payment from them in negotiations!"
Against the backdrop of stalling negotiations, US President Donald Trump has threatened Tehran with counter-demands for compensation. He stated he has instructed his representatives to insist on payments for victims of the Iranian regime.

Netanyahu's first reserved spot in Likud: Businessman Oren Dobronsky
Businessman and investor Oren Dobronsky has been presented as the first reserved candidate on the Likud list for the upcoming elections. He is set to lead the artificial intelligence sector following the vote.

Technical connection with complete independence: Saglovich's demands from Mansour Abbas
The outgoing Yesh Atid MK will present his conditions for joining the Ra'am list tomorrow. His demands include the number two spot without formal party membership and exemption from factional discipline. Meanwhile, Arab local council leaders are urging Abbas to unite with Ahmad Tibi's Ta'al, following the freeze in negotiations between Ta'al, Hadash, and Balad.

"How is this even legal?": Did not leave a tip at the self-checkout - and the price went up
A Shake Shack customer uploaded a video to the web, which went viral with about 4.2 million views, and said that he decided not to tip for a milkshake order he made at a branch at the Salt Lake City airport, and was stunned to see that the price of the product increased.

"Another proof of the invasion": The migrant boat to England broke a record
230 migrants were crammed into a small boat that crossed the English Channel from France to England - the largest number of migrants on a single boat. The Labour government promises a "no-compromise fight" and boasts of a drop in the total number of migrants. Right-wing leader Farage suggests fighting the boats with the Navy - and freeing up space in prison with deportation to El Salvador.

Strong Earthquake Strikes Colombia: Reports of Injuries and Damage
The tremor, with a magnitude close to 7, was also felt in Ecuador, Venezuela, and Panama. In the Colombian capital of Bogota, residents fled to the streets, and provincial governors in the west of the country reported injuries and significant damage to buildings in the cities of Quibdo and Pereira.

Harish teacher awarded 200,000 shekels after surprise dismissal
A middle school employee was summoned to a meeting without a hearing, where she was told she would not be returning the following year. While the municipality claimed it was merely an "introductory conversation," the judge ruled it constituted a formal notice of termination.

Court Orders Insurance Company to Pay 640,000 Shekels to Accident Victim Despite Surveillance Footage
A young man who claimed functional disability after a car accident was filmed by the insurance company "Phoenix" performing strenuous physical tasks. However, the judge ruled that the footage does not rule out potential future loss of earning capacity.

The tragic death of William, a Gaza veteran: "He struggled alone and received no help"
William Shakin, a 25-year-old lone soldier from New York who fought in Gaza, died by suicide while struggling with PTSD. His parents are requesting a burial at Mount Herzl, claiming the state failed to provide necessary support. The Ministry of Defense stated that no request for recognition was found and that remote assistance services are available.

Student requested maternity leave, but university mandated a one-year internship delay
Yuval, an occupational therapy student, is due to give birth in December. She asked the Hebrew University to start her internship earlier or make up the hours after a break, but the institution informed her that she would have to delay her graduation: "They asked, 'And where will you leave a week-old baby?'". The university: "It has nothing to do with the birth, a continuous internship is...

First final for the Israeli delegation at the European Swimming Championships
An excellent start for the 4x200 meter freestyle relay team, which met expectations with a fourth-place overall finish (7:06.71 minutes). Aviv Barzelay and Tom Minis advanced to the semifinals in the women's 200m backstroke.

Rifles and cucumbers: The unusual images from Shechem and the plan that will not be implemented
Defense Minister Israel Katz instructed the IDF to prepare for the conquest of another refugee camp, but the army is not advancing this plan, focusing instead on other operational methods. An example of this was documented in the Shechem market, where special forces were seen patrolling among the stalls.

Debt Settlement for Kickbacks: Suspicions Against Israel Electric Corporation Employees
Police have arrested suspects in a 5-million-shekel fraud case involving the illegal settlement of debts to the Israel Electric Corporation in exchange for bribes. The company stated that its security department uncovered the suspected embezzlement and alerted the authorities.