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Attorney General against MAHASH law: a poison pill that dismantles the unit from within
Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara described the MAHASH law as a "poison pill" that dismantles the Police Internal Investigations Department from within. According to her, the move aims to change the principles of law enforcement from loyalty to the public to loyalty to the government.
Partner and Static Part Ways After Five Years
Telecom group Partner and Static, the rapper and judge of "The Voice", announced the end of their partnership after five years. Static led Partner's commercial campaigns throughout those years.
President Isaac Herzog has tasked Yashar chairman Gadi Eisenkot with forming a government, after parties with 67 Knesset members recommended him, compared with 46 who recommended Benjamin Netanyahu. He has 28 days to form a government, with an option to extend by two weeks.
Sara Netanyahu's libel suit against media outlets cancelled; case against Telegram channel operator continues
Prime Minister's wife Sara Netanyahu agreed to cancel her 500,000-shekel libel suit against Channel 12, Kan 11 and journalist Omri Maniv, subject to publication of the court ruling. The suit against Telegram channel "Hadashot BaZman" operator Udi Mizrahi will continue.
Arkia's board decided to forgo a capital injection that would have diluted employee shares, after a threat of a labor dispute. The company has lost more than $30 million since the beginning of the year and is still looking for a buyer.
Yisrael Beytenu Denies Report of Talks on Withdrawal from Lebanon
The Yisrael Beytenu party denied a report that Gadi Eisenkot is conducting negotiations with foreign officials on an Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon, calling it "an absolute lie, with no factual basis." The party demanded that the report be removed immediately and that a public apology be published.
Brawl at Abu Ghosh School: Students and Teacher Sprayed with Pepper Gas, Minor Arrested
A 17-year-old minor was arrested on suspicion of involvement in a brawl that broke out at a school in Abu Ghosh, during which students and a teacher were sprayed with pepper gas. Police said the suspect was arrested on suspicion of assault and possession of a Japanese knife.
Gas station manager run over in Kafr Qasim and seriously injured; driver flees
A gas station manager in Kafr Qasim was seriously injured after being run over by a car driver. The driver fled the scene, and police launched a search to locate him.
Michal Hakatana undergoes breast augmentation surgery
Michal Hakatana underwent breast augmentation surgery using a method under local anesthesia, about ten days before her performance at the Hanukkah "Erima" festival. The surgery lasted 40 minutes, and she was discharged home the same day.
Sara Netanyahu Denies Access to Security Information and Drops Part of Lawsuit Against Media Outlets
Sara Netanyahu denied in an affidavit submitted to the court that she has access to security information, including on an attack in Iran, and that she takes part in security discussions. As part of the proceedings, she agreed to remove several media outlets from the lawsuit, but will continue the case against the operators of a popular Telegram group.
Three injured in road accident on Route 6
Three people were injured in a road accident involving three vehicles on Route 6, near the Nesher interchange. A 22-year-old man was seriously injured and a 20-year-old man was moderately injured.
JPPI Poll: Only One Coalition Is Not Rejected by Most Respondents
The Israeli Society Index for November found that 62% of Israelis are dissatisfied with the election results. Of the ten coalitions examined, only a government of Likud, Yashar, Beyachad and Yisrael Beytenu is not rejected by most respondents.
Rosario celebrated a title it did not win: Boca scored in the 95th minute
Rosario Central players and fans celebrated winning the Argentine championship after victory in their match. In the parallel match, Boca Juniors scored in stoppage time and claimed the title, which was decided by a single point.
Israel national team to host Latvia in Riga in match with fans
The basketball federation announced that the Israel national team will host the Latvia national team in the city of Riga on November 30, and the match will be played in the presence of spectators. According to the announcement, the decision was made within the framework of the understandings and warm relations between the Israeli and Latvian basketball federations.
Parents and One-Year-Old Son Entered Area A and Were Rescued Unharmed
A couple from Jerusalem, aged 41 and 34, entered Area A with their one-year-old son last Thursday. After the father called the 100 emergency hotline and claimed they had entered by mistake, security forces were activated and located the three near a hotel in Bethlehem.
Oriel Gorn: Barcelona plan new contract offer for 17-year-old midfielder
Barcelona plan to offer Oriel Gorn, a 17-year-old midfielder, a new contract, and according to reports coach Hansi Flick plans to keep integrating him into first-team training. The coach is not rushing to play the Israeli in matches, and the club describes him as an exceptional talent.
Israel handball team beats Slovenia 31-28 away
The Israeli men's handball team beat Slovenia 31-28 away in European Championship qualifying. Daniel Mosindi scored 10 goals without a miss, and Snir Nazia added seven.
Route 461 to Be Closed to Traffic for Five Nights Due to Light Rail Works
Route 461 will be closed to traffic for five nights, from November 8 through November 12, due to works to build the Purple Line of the light rail. The closures will take place between 22:00 and 05:00 on the section between the Masuvim interchange and the HaTayasim junction, and there will also be changes to public transport routes.
17-year-old Illegal Resident Arrested in Ramat HaSharon on Suspicion of Attempting to Steal Yael Bar Zohar and Guy Zoarets' Car
A 17-year-old from Tul Karm, who is staying in Israel illegally, was arrested in the Neveh Magen neighborhood of Ramat HaSharon on suspicion of attempting to steal the car of Yael Bar Zohar and Guy Zoarets. An alert from the Autoran company led to police being called, and the suspect was caught as he tried to break into a nearby vehicle.
Luca Banchi signs as Milan coach, 11 years after leaving the club
Luca Banchi, 61, has signed as Milan coach, replacing Pepe Pozas, who was fired after a disappointing start to the season in the EuroLeague. Banchi will also continue to coach the Italian national team and will be on the sidelines as early as the game against Zalgiris Kaunas.
Undocumented Driver Hit Officer During Sobriety Check, Fled; Arrested at Lod Cemetery
A 25-year-old driver, an illegal resident from Kafr Ni'ama, hit a police officer during a sobriety check on Route 1 and fled the scene. He later tried to disguise his vehicle by sanding off its paint and using forged license plates, and was located and arrested at the Lod cemetery.
Transitional-Season Dryness: What Skin Experts Report
Israel's transitional seasons bring frequent weather changes, including dry days, cool winds and long hours in air-conditioned spaces. For some people, the changes are felt on the face as tightness, roughness, flaking and sometimes stinging.
Holon Bomb Case: Two Young Men Arrested on Suspicion of Involvement in Explosion
Two young men, in their 20s, were arrested on suspicion of involvement in a bomb explosion in a house yard on Sanhedrin Street in Holon. The explosion took place at the end of September and moderately wounded a 15-year-old boy.
Economy Ministry Opens Competitive Process to Import 5,900 Tons of Yellow Cheese Duty-Free for 2027
The Economy Ministry is opening a competitive process to allocate 5,900 tons of yellow cheese duty-free for 2027, aimed at increasing competition and lowering its price for consumers. About 4,070 tons will be allocated to importers who commit to the lowest consumer prices.
Father Left 6-Year-Old Daughter Sleeping on Street to Hold His Place in Line for Pokémon Cards
A 35-year-old father from South Carolina left his 6-year-old daughter alone outside a Target store at 1 a.m. to hold his place in line to buy new Pokémon cards. The father was arrested after people waiting in line called the police, and his bail was set at $40,000.
Japan: At least 22 injured in earthquake in central part of the country
An earthquake of magnitude 5.5 according to the US Geological Survey, and magnitude 5.7 according to Japanese authorities, struck central Japan and injured at least 22 people. The quake's epicenter was at a depth of about 40 kilometers in Shizuoka Prefecture, and it was felt across a wide area.
Films for Just 10 Shekels on Returning Cinema Day
Cinema Day will take place this coming Thursday, November 12, when tickets to films at participating cinemas across the country can be purchased for a uniform price of 10 shekels. Among the films to be screened: Israeli films, box-office hits, international films and premiere screenings.
Yango Deli to Operate Deliveries from City Market Branches
Yango Deli will begin operating deliveries from City Market chain branches, in a partnership expected to increase its activity by about 50 million shekels a year. In the first stage, the deliveries will enter four locations in Pardes Hanna, Be'er Sheva, Karmi Gat and Netivot.
Exhibition of Works by Students of Perach Israel on Display at Israel Railways Stations
An exhibition of works by children and adults with special needs from the Perach Israel network is on display at the main Israel Railways stations, in view of thousands of passengers. Some of the works were created using a gaze-focus system that enables drawing with eye movements, and the entire exhibition is dedicated to the security and rescue forces.
