Winner Jerusalem Marathon 2026: A marathon of resilience in Israel’s capital
The timing of the ceasefire, combined with a situational assessment, ultimately allowed one of Jerusalem’s most anticipated annual events to proceed.
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Soldier opens fire on taxi in Tel Aviv after mistaking fare dispute for kidnapping attempt
The incident unfolded overnight on Rothschild Boulevard, where officers responding to reports of a shooting found a taxi with a shattered window and glass scattered nearby. No injuries were reported.
Can judges order Netanyahu to fire Ben-Gvir? High Court weighs authority, enforcement in hearing
At stake is not only Ben-Gvir’s future in office, but a broader constitutional line: how far a minister charged with setting policy may go in pressing the police on certain issues.
Jerusalem Marathon's full race canceled due to weather conditions
The full marathon, which spans 42.2 kilometers, was scheduled to take place on Friday amid growing excitement and demand for the event.
Meta launches sixth annual Sharing Memories Holocaust remembrance project
The project, launched alongside non-profit organization Our 6 Million, aims to amplify Holocaust survivors' voices at a time where living testimonies are steadily declining.
Issachar Dov Spiegel pronounced dead after Netanya drowning, brother still missing
Rescuers from the Lehava unit under the Central District Command are leading the operation, assisted by ZAKA volunteers and additional special units.
Knesset Finance panel debates transfer of NIS 98 million to haredi schools
The High Court ordered last month that the Finance Committee reconvene and hold a fresh deliberation on the matter before voting to approve the transfer of the funds.
Beitar rules Jerusalem derby; Beersheba takes first
Hapoel coach Ziv Arie lamented the slow start but noted his side created chances, while goalkeeper Nadav Zamir admitted the early goal made the match difficult.
WATCH: IDF destroys four Hamas tunnels with weapons, living quarters in Gaza
The total length of the destroyed tunnel routes was approximately 800 meters, with the structures including living quarters and weapons.
Netanyahu, officials lay wreaths after siren marking Holocaust Remembrance Day
The wreaths in memory of Holocaust victims were hung on pedestals before a memorial torch. Netanyahu was the second to place his flowers, but stopped to steady and straighten the wreath.
High Court to hear bid forcing Netanyahu to fire Ben-Gvir, petitioners push pattern-of-conduct case
The hearing will be held before an expanded nine-justice panel and, in an unusual procedural step, will be broadcast live while closed to the public because of concern over disruptions.
