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Hail expected in August: Main rain centers and concerns for the future — "Israel must have a national plan"
An extreme summer rain event is expected on the night between Saturday and Sunday, potentially causing flooding and hail along the northern coast, in Haifa, and the Sharon area. Experts warn of insufficient funding for drainage systems and call for a comprehensive national strategy to combat the climate crisis.

Report: UEFA prepares to file criminal complaint against Gianni Infantino
Media outlets around the world report that the body governing European football has filed separate requests in the US for information as part of a legal proceeding it intends to advance in Switzerland against the FIFA president due to his attempt to sell the rights to the World Cup.

Against the backdrop of an "Equality and Democracy" sign: gender segregation at a "Yashar!" party gathering
Former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen and "Yashar!" party candidate Major General (res.) Kamil Abu Rukun held an event in Daliyat al-Karmel where men and women were separated by a barrier. The incident sparked intense criticism on social media, especially as a concurrent event by the Druze "Brit Achim" party in the same town featured no such segregation. The "Yashar!" party declined to comment.

Against the backdrop of an "Equality and Democracy" sign: men and women were separated at a "Yashar!" party home gathering
Former Shin Bet head Yoram Cohen and the Druze candidate for the "Yashar!" party, Major General (res.) Kamil Abu Rukun, held an event with gender segregation in Daliyat al-Karmel. Harsh criticism arose on social media, especially given the fact that at the same time in the same town, a conference of the Druze "Brit Achim" party was held - without any segregation. The "Yashar!" party chose not to...

Smotrich radicalizes messaging before elections: "We will trample people and procedures and Judaize the Negev and the Galilee"
The Finance Minister presented a plan to establish dozens of new settlements in the Negev and the Galilee — by handing the Planning Administration and the Israel Land Authority to his party in the next government — and declared: "We will remove all anti-Zionist elements from these systems and cancel the plans that create sequences of Arab settlement and choke Jewish communities."

Smotrich radicalizes messaging before elections: "We will trample people and procedures and Judaize the Negev and the Galilee"
The Finance Minister presented a plan to establish dozens of new settlements in the Negev and the Galilee by handing the Planning Administration and the Israel Land Authority to his party in the next government. He declared: "We will remove all anti-Zionist elements from these systems and cancel the plans that create sequences of Arab settlement and choke Jewish settlements."

Cheated on his wife, gave her half the apartment as a reconciliation gift, and demanded it back upon divorce. What was the ruling?
First publication: A man who cheated on his wife transferred his share of their apartment to her to appease her. Years later, the woman was informed that her husband was cheating on her with another woman, and they entered divorce proceedings. The husband then demanded his share of the apartment back, but the Great Rabbinical Court rejected his appeal. In the legal proceedings, the woman claimed...

12 countries and the European Union condemn Israel's actions regarding UNRWA
12 countries and the European Union issued a sharp condemnation of Israel following the raid on the UNRWA training center in Kalandia and the seizure of UNRWA facilities in East Jerusalem.

Contrary to orders: The political event attended by the officer at the center of the Ben Gvir associates affair
First publication: The former commander of the Judea and Samaria Central Unit, Colonel Avishai Mualem, the main suspect in the affair, participated in an event attended by the Prime Minister and ministers, where political messages were heard - in complete contradiction to orders. Other police officers, including district commanders, were invited to the event, but they chose not to attend due to...

Most Haredi deserters are not arrested in proactive operations, despite the law
The Supreme Court froze the law exempting Haredim from arrest, but in the last month, proactive efforts to locate young men required for conscription have been significantly reduced. 40 Haredi deserters are in military prison, more than half of them identified while trying to board flights to Europe. The IDF blames the police, who in turn claim they are following the existing procedure.

Hadar Mukhtar Appointed to New Role in Likud Campaign
After failing to receive a seniority waiver to run in the Likud primaries, Hadar Mukhtar has been appointed head of the party's youth campaign headquarters. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that she will contribute significantly to the effort.

Suspected assassination in St. Petersburg: Senior Russian army officer killed in car explosion
The explosive device was detonated in a vehicle near a supermarket, and according to reports, an officer with the rank of lieutenant colonel was killed and his wife was seriously injured. The immediate suspect is Kyiv, which has been attributed with a series of assassinations on Russian soil in recent weeks. The Kremlin denies that the CIA director warned Vladimir Putin not to attack NATO...

September 1st: Ben Gvir to launch children's book featuring controversial illustration
The chairman of Otzma Yehudit is planning a campaign for the start of the school year, with activists distributing a book about the minister's 'achievements.' The cover features an illustration of the Attorney General stepping on a police car.

Exposing the war protocols: procedures, Netanyahu's maneuver, and concerns ahead of the elections
In political circles, there are concerns that the Prime Minister's Office will use its control over the transcripts of war discussions to distort reality. After another campaign against him, Gadi Eisenkot demanded: "Expose the full protocols." The procedures regarding their handling are strict, but Netanyahu's people have found ways in the past to remove materials and declassify dozens of secret...

The crisis at Volkswagen: Employees fear the layoff of another 50,000 people
Is the situation "critical" as the employees claim, or just "severe" as the CEO says? The truth is that it does not matter how the crisis is defined, because it is clear to everyone that the German luxury company Volkswagen is at an unprecedented low. What is on the agenda? Massive layoffs, factory closures, and a continued inability to cope with the changing automotive market.

"Why should I be afraid?": The correspondence of the "gatekeepers" in the Bar Association is exposed
In private conversations, the legal advisor of the Bar Association admitted: "I encountered dilemmas that did not exist in the terms of Naveh and Khimi. Bechar's moves are legal, but they harm the Association." The Association's comptroller: "Delusional demands, the place is sick." Today they explain that they meant to protest against the moves of the judicial revolution. The Bar Association in...

Significant Drop in Fuel Prices Before the Holidays: Expected to Fall Below Eight Shekels per Liter
After a sharp jump in fuel prices this month, the cost is expected to drop in September by approximately 25 agorot to 7.84 shekels per liter. The final price will be determined on Sunday morning based on oil prices and the dollar exchange rate.

IDF removes video offering advice to Haredi deserters on how to leave the country
The IDF removed an AI-generated video from its official Instagram page that advised Haredi deserters on how to avoid arrest at the airport. The military stated the content was uploaded against official guidelines and has launched an investigation.

The benefits battle: The Treasury stopped payments to the Military Advocate General, contrary to the Chief of Staff's decision
Exposure: Zamir decided that Tomer-Yerushalmi would receive the conditions of IDF retirees worth millions of shekels and that only the "Chief of Staff's increments" would be withheld from her - but the Accountant General at the Treasury stopped the decision. Professional sources believe that it is necessary to first understand where the criminal proceedings are heading, after which Zamir himself...

Panic in Las Vegas: Will Trump's tariffs drive away tourists from Canada?
The gambling city, which was hit hard against the backdrop of economic tension between the Trump administration and Canada, is trying to lure tourists from the neighboring country back. On the agenda: various discounts, a preferred exchange rate, and special flight packages.

Heavy heat load before unusual rain on the weekend — when will the peak arrive?
Today there will not yet be a significant change in the weather, a heavy heat load is expected in the coastal area and 43 degrees are expected in Eilat. Tomorrow temperatures will drop slightly, and on Saturday the rain will arrive: in the morning there may be drizzles in the north, at night rain is expected also in the center and there may be thunderstorms alongside a fear of flooding on the...

NFL Champion Seattle Seahawks Sold for $9.6 Billion
Club owners approved the sale of the Seattle Seahawks to an investor group led by billionaire Vinod Khosla. The amount paid places the deal in second place on the list of the largest sales of sports teams in the US.

Yoav Ben-Tzur of Shas: "For us to join the next government, we will demand a conscription law even before the swearing-in"
In an interview with "120 and One," ynet's political podcast, the former minister doubts the possibility of a coalition with the other camp: "Our public is right-wing, Eisenkot is left-wing. We will remain in the faith-based bloc." On the term that ended: "They launched a smear campaign against us, we had to radicalize." On the anger towards the Haredi public: "A campaign to topple the...

Deadly fear: violence outside stadiums is raging, "only when someone is killed will they wake up"
The league has just opened, and Israeli sports are turning into a dangerous battlefield in parking lots and on the roads. Iyad Abu-Abid and his wife were trapped in their car in front of a raging mob in Netanya, Hapoel Jerusalem fans were hospitalized with head injuries due to an ambush with clubs in Rehovot. From planned ambushes on social networks to the hammer in the head of Yuri Sedletsky...

The Red Wall: Hapoel Tel Aviv aims for the Conference League
Assembled from players across the globe, Hapoel Tel Aviv's defensive line has become the league's best. Now, the team hopes this reliability will help them overcome Atalanta in the Conference League following a 0-0 draw in the first leg.

The great wave of immigration reaches retirement age — Israel's industry is about to pay the price
Tens of thousands of skilled workers who immigrated from the former USSR in the 90s are approaching retirement. In the industry, the rate of former USSR immigrants aged 60 and over is 2.3 times higher than the average in the economy. The President of the Manufacturers Association stated that the next government must act urgently.

More sting than honey: price increases of up to 15% on cakes for Rosh Hashanah
Pastry chains have raised the prices of honey cakes, which are especially associated with Rosh Hashanah, by 4% to 15% compared to previous Tishrei holidays. Chain owners explain that the price increases are due to rising costs of raw materials, production, operations, and labor, while others claim that the cakes that have increased in price are not at all identical to last year's cakes. And also...

Al-Shara's Busy Week
A meeting between the Syrian Foreign Minister and the head of the Mossad, the restoration of full economic cooperation with the United States, and a session with the commander of the Kurdish army in the country. Syria is "firing" in all directions.

Security guard collapsed after confrontation outside Tipex and Gali Atari concert, in serious condition
The collapse was reportedly preceded by a confrontation between the security guard and a man in his 40s whom he prevented from entering the show in Karmiel. The man has been arrested, and police are investigating whether he was intoxicated.

Netanyahu's aides fed the PM information about hostages 'so it would look like he cares', and sowed discord between the Defense Minister and the Chief of Staff
Correspondence between Urich, Feldstein, and Topaz Luk reveals how, as early as the morning of October 7, the PM's circle was managing his public image: 'No suit, combat mode.' Later, they discussed how to prepare him for meetings with hostage families to appear 'interested,' attempted to sow discord between Yoav Gallant and Herzi Halevi to force the Chief of Staff's resignation, and dictated...

Gantz hints at reunion with former partner: "Past grievances will not be a consideration"
At a house meeting in Netanya, the Blue and White chairman was asked about a possible alliance with Chili Tropper. Gantz revealed that discussions are underway, alongside parallel talks with Gilad Erdan and Ayelet Shaked.

USA declares Palestine Action a terrorist organization: "We will eliminate the far-left"
Washington joins the UK in imposing strict sanctions on the pro-Palestinian organization that led massive protests against Israel and carried out violent acts, including storming Elbit factories and vandalizing British Air Force aircraft. Anyone doing business with them now risks sanctions. The US Treasury Secretary stated: "We will cut off their financial oxygen supply."

Miller ahead of Lugano: "The deficit is not critical, we understand what is at stake"
The Maccabi Tel Aviv coach believes it is possible to erase the deficit against Lugano and secure a ticket to the European league stage. He is warming up for the return of the fans to the stands: "They create a home atmosphere, we appreciate their extraordinary effort."

Hapoel Tel Aviv Sanctioned for Pyrotechnics Use
Following the use of flares during the 0:0 draw against Atalanta in Bergamo, the Reds have been fined 43,000 euros. Additionally, a ban on selling away tickets for one match has been imposed, with another suspended.

Concealed details about academic degree: The mayor of Arad convicted
Yair Maayan, mayor of Arad, has been convicted of disciplinary offenses. The tribunal ruled that he failed to disclose that his bachelor's degree was from an institution not recognized in Israel when applying for senior civil service positions. Maayan has accepted responsibility for his actions.

72-year-old teacher suspected of sexual harassment of a student
About a week ago, a complaint was filed against the teacher, and after his interrogation, he was released under conditions set by a police officer. In light of a "reasonable suspicion against him," the court ordered a 45-day extension of the conditions prohibiting him from contacting those involved and working with minors.

She said no to Elvis: The financial brain that turned Dolly Parton into a half-billion-dollar business
Dolly Parton, who passed away yesterday at the age of 80, is the definition of a self-made success. From being one of 12 children in an Appalachian cabin without running water, she built an empire worth roughly $450 million, spanning music, theme parks, and massive philanthropic efforts.

Meteorological Service warns of "unprecedented rain event" and flood risk in Gush Dan
A sharp change in weather over the weekend: starting Saturday night, widespread rain, thunderstorms, and hail are expected. 20–30 mm may fall on the coast within a few hours, potentially breaking the historical rainfall record for August.

Israel's new hope: Will Slovenia prevent EU sanctions?
Slovenia and the Czech Republic vetoed a joint EU statement against construction in E1, forcing EU Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas to issue a statement on her own behalf. Simultaneously, Jerusalem identifies a dramatic shift in relations with the new administration in Ljubljana, with the first Israeli embassy in the country expected to open in September.

Crisis in Tel Aviv District: Ayalon sub-district commander resigns in protest over police officer's dismissal
Brigadier General Daniel Hadad will leave the police in the coming weeks as an "act of support" for the Holon station commander, who was recently dismissed by Tel Aviv District Commander Major General Haim Sargrof.