Health&Science
Mud deposits in ancient lead pipes in Rome allow researchers to trace the city’s development and track changes in pollution levels over time
Pollution through the ages: A millennia-old history
While the modern conversation around environmental pollution has surged in recent decades, humanity has been aware of the problem for thousands of years
Eden Markovitz/Davidson Institute of Science | 09:24 | 05.24.25
a vast depression likely created by underground movement of molten rock
Israeli technology to power next generation of Internet satellites
Ramon.Space makes headlines with a multi-million-dollar satellite computer deal, another Starship test launch approaches, Venus shows signs of tectonic activity and new findings suggest the universe’s end may come sooner than expected
Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 06:19 | 05.23.25
זירת המסיבה ברעים
Drugs reduced anxiety and PTSD in Nova festival survivors, study finds
Study finds survivors of the Nova music festival massacre who consumed classic psychedelics in the hours before the massacre reported significantly lower anxiety and PTSD symptoms, offering real-world insights into potential therapeutic applications
Or Hadar | 12:51 | 05.22.25
פעילות כוחות צה"ל, כחלק ממבצע "מרכבות גדעון" ברצועת עזה
Combat service in IDF increases risk of ALS, Israeli study finds
New study reveals combat veterans, particularly IDF paratroopers, face a 2.5 times higher risk of degenerative illness, suggesting links to intense physical demands or environmental factors
Tzur Gueta | 10:47 | 05.22.25
הליכה
Should you walk before or after meals? experts weigh in
Both pre- and post-meal walks offer distinct health benefits—from boosting fat burn to regulating blood sugar. Here's how to choose the best time based on your goals
Danny Zalewski | 00:30 | 05.22.25
TAR 200 התקן לטיפול בסרטן שלפוחית השתן
New treatment offers hope for bladder cancer patients, avoids major surgery
Treatment shows promise in slowing bladder cancer progression and may help some avoid surgery; presented at American Urological Association conference, it offers hope for patients with aggressive tumors unresponsive to earlier therapies
Eitan Gefen | 23:16 | 05.20.25
אישה משוחחת בטלפון נייד
Two-week smartphone internet block unlocks health benefits, study finds
New study demonstrates that temporarily blocking smartphone internet access for two weeks significantly enhances sustained attention, mental health and overall well-being
Dr. Shirley Hersko | 17:33 | 05.20.25
סמים
War drives up recreational drug use in Israel, health experts warn
European study shows rise in amphetamine use since 2016; Israeli expert says no point in telling users 'just say no' as many connect increased drug use to emotional distress
Tzur Gueta | 14:40 | 05.19.25
A doctor from Physicians for Human Rights Israel sees a Palestinian patient during a visit of the organization's mobile clinic to the West Bank village of Klil
Could joint Israeli-Palestinian health programs build trust where politics fails?
Two recent studies find that cooperative health care efforts between Jewish Israelis and Palestinians could play a role in bridging the long-standing divide between the communities  
Maayan Hoffman, The Media Line | 10:11 | 05.18.25
How Sun's internal clock influences us and we it
Even if Sun always looks the same to us, sunspots—whose sizes vary—were already identified back in the 18th century; effort to understand what causes these led to a fascinating journey into star's activity cycles and influence of the planets on it
Itamar Karbi / The Davidson Institute of Science | 17:26 | 05.17.25
מים
Too bland to swallow: Israelis avoid drinking water despite mounting health warnings
Many Israelis avoid drinking water due to taste issues and habits, risking dehydration-related health problems but experts offer practical strategies to improve hydration
Nirit Zuk | 16:20 | 05.17.25
משפחה
How comparative social standing can boost our self-esteem
Our sense of subjective well-being appears to be shaped not only by our own social status, but also by how we rank compared to others; It’s not just about personal success—we tend to feel better when we’re ahead of the pack  
Gal Perlman, Davidson Institute of Science | 11:14 | 05.17.25
A group of young people enjoying a meal together
Social isolation is as bad for you as smoking, experts say
Physically, social ties can affect the cardiovascular, immune, and digestive systems. For instance, low levels of social support have been linked to elevated inflammation
Gal Perlman, Davidson Institute of Science | 13:43 | 05.16.25
זריקת הרזיה מונג'רו
Mounjaro vs. Wegovy: Which is the best weight-loss drug?
Study finds Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro leads to significantly greater weight loss than Wegovy, highlighting its dual-hormone advantage, while both drugs face access challenges and pharmaceutical competition
Oren Reiss | 08:37 | 05.16.25
Teal Wand
US approves at-home cervical cancer test; Israeli pilot programs underway
FDA’s approval of the Teal Wand, a self-sampling HPV test, marks a shift toward accessible cervical cancer screening, with Israeli HMOs piloting similar programs
Tzur Gueta | 08:32 | 05.16.25
פינוי פצועים מלב עזה
'Take me to the injured': Inside the IDF's race to save lives in Gaza
New footage shows IDF medics operating under fire in Gaza; with a fatality rate of just 7.1% among 7,400 wounded personnel, Medical Corps boasts lowest fatality rate globally; full stats and helmet-cam footage reveal how lives are being saved
Elisha Ben Kimon | 14:06 | 05.15.25
בת 6 מסוריה במרכז הרפואי זיו בצפת
Syrian child, wounded in civil war, receives life-saving surgery
Ziv Medical Center receives a six-year-old girl with a critical head injury brought across the border in a humanitarian effort to save her life, returns her ability to speak, improves her physical and emotional condition
Ron Crissy | 10:59 | 05.13.25
ירח
Not your typical crash: This week in space
A decades-old Soviet spacecraft on course to crash into Earth after spending more than five decades in orbit, NASA faces a major budget cut, and Japan moves closer to landing on the Moon; This Week in Space  
Ettay Nevo, Davidson Institute of Science | 08:14 | 05.13.25
סיגריית אידוי מסוג "בולדוג"
Health Ministry warns of synthetic drug found in e-cigarettes after teens hospitalized
Health officials issue warning over 'The Bulldog' e-cigs containing dangerous synthetic drug that can cause hallucinations, seizures, heart and kidney damage — and even death, as 2 teens hospitalized after using it
Or Hadar | 20:19 | 05.12.25
Supreme Court rules baby in IVF mix-up to stay with parents who raised her
Justices reject appeal of baby Sophia's biological parents; in a minority opinion, one justice says the biological father should be recognized but not have parental rights 
Or Hadar, Netael Bandel | 19:33 | 05.11.25
Powelliphanta augusta
NASA erases Nazi-linked engineer from official records amid public backlash
US space agency removes the name of former SS officer and V-2 engineer Dr. Kurt Debus from facilities and biographies following public scrutiny, acknowledging its reliance on Nazi-linked scientists under Operation Paperclip
Daniel Edelson, New York | 11:47 | 05.11.25
תחליפי חלב
Soy or almond? How to pick the healthiest milk alternatives
With the plant-based milk market booming, diet expert breaks down the nutritional truths behind soy, almond, oat and rice drinks to know what's best for you
Luda Nevo | 08:51 | 05.11.25
Otto Hahn and Lise Meitner in their Berlin laboratory, circa 1912
The chemist who saved a life during the Holocaust
Fritz Strassmann was a partner in one of the most important discoveries of the 20th century; during World War II, he risked his life to save a Jewish woman and was recognized as Righteous Among the Nations
Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 16:35 | 05.10.25
נשיקה
Celiac disease patients can kiss without gluten exposure risk, study says
Researchers from Columbia and Stanford find that in most instances, the amount of gluten transferred during a kiss — even after eating gluten-rich crackers — was far below the threshold needed to trigger a reaction in celiac patients
Tzur Gueta | 16:06 | 05.10.25
נילי ואביחי סגל
Partners in surgery—and in life: 'Sometimes our dinner conversations are all about work'
When Dr. Nili and Dr. Avichai Segal met on the first day of medical school, they never imagined how closely their professional and personal lives would become intertwined; Now, the couple—both surgeons at Assuta Beersheba— speak about working side by side, raising a family under pressure, and the feedback from patients        
Eitan Gefen | 15:53 | 05.10.25
One of the oldest known rock deposits lies in the Jack Hills of Western Australia, containing crystals of the mineral zircon. A researcher holds a rock sample from the Jack Hills
The world’s oldest lake: New evidence for earlier life on Earth
Scientists believe that the oldest forms of life on the planet began roughly 3.7 billion years ago; Could Earth's fresh water—and life itself—have appeared earlier than that?
Itamar Karbi, Davidson Institute of Science | 13:32 | 05.10.25
כוכב הלכת מאדים
Could Martian dust hold the key to making the Red Planet habitable?
One of the primary obstacles on the path to settling Mars is its frigid climate; a new study proposes addressing this issue by triggering a greenhouse effect
Shaked Engelberg/Davidson Institute of Science | 20:03 | 05.09.25
ברקים בשמי היישוב קציר
The shifting rainfall patterns
Recent research indicates that the Eastern Mediterranean region is likely to face fewer rainy days in the future, but with each rainfall event becoming more intense; What basic scientific principles help explain these conclusions?
Itamar Karbi / Davidson Institute of Science | 11:17 | 05.09.25
בינה מלאכותית ברפואה
Doctors are using AI, but data is lacking: 'Don’t create complication that blocks progress'
AI is already successfully integrated into Israel's health system, but experts warn against unregulated use of open tools like ChatGPT; A Health Ministry official admitted there’s little data and no dedicated budget. 'Don’t lose out due to fear of new tech'       
Or Hadar | 11:39 | 05.08.25
פעילות כוחות חטיבה 188 במרחב רפיח
One in eight IDF reservists reports PTSD after Gaza war, study shows
Tel Aviv University research finds 12% of reservists report PTSD symptoms following combat engagements, up sharply from pre-war levels; researchers urge urgent action to expand mental health care and long-term support for combat veterans
Tzur Gueta | 16:56 | 05.07.25
הזן החדש של היתוש מקומפלקס Anopheles gambiae, שאותר בקו החוף של טנזניה
New mosquito species discovered in Tanzania could aid malaria fight
New genetically distinct mosquito in Tanzania’s Anopheles gambiae complex may affect malaria transmission; researchers urge further study to refine monitoring and boost disease control in endemic areas
Yogev Israeli | 15:05 | 05.07.25
ורד מסוג Old Blush
Hebrew University scientists unlock geometry behind rose petal shapes
New study reveals that rose petals form their iconic pointed edges through a newly identified geometric conflict, overturning long-held assumptions about plant shaping
The Media Line | 11:16 | 05.07.25
שביל החלב מעל הפירמידות במצרים
Was the Milky Way hidden in ancient Egyptian art? New study says yes
New analysis reveals that ancient Egyptian depictions of the sky goddess Nut may encode early awareness of the Milky Way’s Great Rift
Ynet | 07:44 | 05.07.25
פעילות יחידה 669 בלב עזה
Israeli researchers develop breakthrough treatment for life-threatening blood loss
Hebrew University and IDF Medical Corps researchers unveil breakthrough treatment for hemorrhagic shock, boosting survival, stabilizing vital signs and protecting tissues—promising for both civilian trauma care and battlefield use
Tzur Gueta | 15:25 | 05.06.25
פרופ' וולף וד"ר תמי רובינק
Breakthrough treatment slows brain metastases in colon cancer patients
Researchers at Sourasky Medical Center discover IRS2 protein helps cancer cells survive in brain’s hostile environment; new experimental drug combined with chemotherapy successfully reduced metastases in mice, offering hope for innovative treatments
Tzur Gueta | 09:33 | 05.06.25
An artist’s rendition of the planet K2-18b, with its host star rising on the left
Real clues to life beyond Earth?
A study using the James Webb Space Telescope identifies molecules in the atmosphere of a planet beyond our solar system that, on Earth, are produced solely by biological activity; however, the findings are still a long way from confirming that life exists there
Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 16:37 | 05.03.25
כבד שומני
Weight loss drug shows promise in treating severe fatty liver disease, study finds
A landmark clinical trial reveals that the weight-loss drug Wegovy significantly improves liver health in patients with fatty liver disease, offering a potential breakthrough for millions worldwide
Oren Reiss | 15:35 | 05.03.25
Astronaut Jim Lovell measuring star distances during the Apollo 8 navigation system operation
Charting the course: Navigation throughout history
From ancient Polynesian seafarers to nuclear submarines, from traders in camel caravans to astronauts - everyone must successfully navigate from one place to another
Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 11:16 | 05.03.25
לחץ במהלך ההיריון
Study finds maternal stress during pregnancy programs newborns' stress responses
A groundbreaking study from Hebrew University shows maternal stress during pregnancy can reprogram key molecular pathways in newborns, with significant differences between male and female infants
Tzur Gueta | 20:40 | 05.02.25
מימין: ד"ר דיאנה דרגו-גרסיה. משמאל: פרופ' יוסף ירדן
Israeli experts shed light on how breast cancer cells go dormant, return more aggressive
New study held at Weizmann Institute of Science uncovers the role of OVOL proteins and free radicals in breast cancer dormancy, offering insights into preventing relapse and tackling aggressive recurrence
Tzur Gueta | 16:21 | 05.01.25
Mapping of dark matter (marked as a blue cloud) against the background of galaxies, showing a large concentration to the right of the Perseus Cluster (on the left side of the image) and a bridge of dark matter connecting them
Dark matter bridge: This week in space
The Perseus galaxy cluster is one of the most massive objects known to astronomers and it may be more active than previously thought
Ettay Nevo, Davidson Institute of Science | 09:52 | 05.01.25
ג'יימס נסטור
Why mouth breathing is ruining your sleep—and how to fix it with tape
Chronic mouth breathing can lead to snoring, sleep apnea, and health issues like high blood pressure and stress; Experts reveal how nasal breathing, aided by simple sleep tape, can restore restful sleep and improve overall well-being 
James Nestor | 08:07 | 05.01.25
יונתן דין חיים ז"ל
In memory: Jewish convert killed in Gaza will keep saving lives
Jonathan Dean Haim, lone soldier from New York, was killed in Gaza last year; now, an ambulance bearing his name will carry on his legacy of saving lives and service to Israel’s people
Alexandra Lukash | 19:43 | 04.29.25
האגף לרפואת הנפש במרכז הרפואי שיבא
Three young women attempt suicide at Sheba Medical Center, families allege negligence
Patients in their 20s hospitalized in open psychiatric ward survive suicide attempts, all within 48 hours of each other, prompting allegations of negligence from families and leading the hospital to close the ward and launch an internal investigation
Or Hadar | 19:39 | 04.28.25
חיסון נגד חצבת
Measles outbreak concern grows in Israel as vaccination rates lag
Israel’s Health Ministry reports eight new measles cases, mostly among the unvaccinated, and urges the public to check vaccination status as concerns rise over infections linked to travel from the United States and Europe
Or Hadar | 16:23 | 04.28.25
נמלת הגיהינום Vulcanidris cratensis המאובנת שהתגלתה בברזיל
Experts find 113-million-year-old 'hell ant' fossil in Brazil, marking oldest on record
Newly identified fossils, preserved in limestone, offer groundbreaking insights into the evolutionary history of ants and their unique predatory adaptations during the Cretaceous period
Yogev Israeli | 22:38 | 04.27.25
אכילה בלילה
Late-night meals aren't always bad — if you choose wisely
Choosing the right foods before bed can improve sleep quality, support weight management and break the cycle between poor sleep and obesity  
Meital Levi | 08:58 | 04.27.25
From rescue missions to agriculture to espionage: A cyborg cockroach carrying the system developed in the new study
Bugs with a mission: The rise of cyborg cockroaches
Researchers from Japan and Indonesia develop new generation of cyborg cockroaches, merging miniaturized technology with insects’ remarkable natural abilities
Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 17:54 | 04.26.25
Illustration shows PFAS chemicals, the products they’re found in, and their breakdown into carbon and fluorine
The end of forever chemicals?
Team of researchers in China develops method for breaking down PFAS using a combination of light and a catalyst, a substance that enables or accelerates chemical reactions without being consumed
Daniel Khayakelson/Davidson Institute of Science | 09:17 | 04.26.25
מזון אולטרה-מעובד נקניקיות
Israeli study finds troubling link between ultra-processed food and Alzheimer’s
A new study found that high consumption of ultra-processed food during midlife increases the risk of Alzheimer's later in life—even among healthy individuals; Each additional daily serving raised the risk by 13%, according to data from 1,375 US participants tracked for 13 years
Eitan Gefen | 20:58 | 04.25.25
התקף לב
Heart attacks during workout: What to learn from Bennett's case
Former prime minister Naftali Bennett’s cardiac episode during a workout highlights how intense exercise, while beneficial for long-term health, can temporarily elevate heart risks; know what to look out for
Prof. Barak Zafrir | 17:46 | 04.24.25
חיסון קורנה
Global COVID vaccine study cut short by Trump administration
Global Vaccine Data Network’s comprehensive COVID-19 vaccine safety study is abruptly terminated due to Trump-era budget cuts, leaving experts worried
Tzur Gueta | 13:05 | 04.24.25
כוכב הלכת BD+05 4868 Ab, עם השובל שמשתרע לאורך של עד 9 מיליון ק"מ
Disintegrating planet 140 light-years away leaves massive comet-like trail
A rocky exoplanet named BD+05 4868 Ab, discovered by NASA’s TESS telescope, is losing mass equivalent to Mount Everest per orbit and leaving behind a massive debris trail
Yogev Israeli | 00:19 | 04.24.25
תאי דם אדומים
New blood type system identified in rare discovery by Israeli, UK researchers
A 1972 blood sample from a pregnant woman led to a joint UK-Israel discovery: a deletion in the MAL gene prevents the expression of the AnWj antigen, found in over 99.9% of people; 'This new blood group demands great clinical caution and tailored transfusions,' expert says
Tzur Gueta | 01:17 | 04.23.25
גיל רבינוביץ'
'Rise of antisemitism like in Holocaust': Israeli neurologist accepts Nobel-level Alzheimer’s award
Professor Gil Rabinovici’s 2025 Potamkin Prize win for revolutionizing Alzheimer’s diagnosis shares the spotlight with his bold condemnation of antisemitism on U.S. campuses and future of neurological treatment; His remarks were met with applause
Eitan Gefen | 17:34 | 04.22.25
פרי העץ Cerbera odollam
The deadly truth behind The White Lotus’s forbidden fruit
Show's enigmatic fruit capable of deadly feats: hidden toxins, global infamy and why this unassuming tree has terrified communities for centuries
Dr. Noam Levitan | 17:51 | 04.21.25
דמנציה אלצהיימר
When granny starts telling dirty jokes: These are the early signs of dementia
Although most people see memory loss as the earliest indication of cognitive decline, symptoms of dementia can appear years earlier and include behavioral changes, sleep disorders and loss of empathy; these are things to look out for 
Dr. Oren Tene | 14:55 | 04.20.25
Immune support to cancer care: The rising role of medicinal mushrooms
Once confined to Asian kitchens and traditional medicine, medicinal mushrooms are now emerging from the shadows of supermarket aisles and alternative‑health clinics to take center stage in modern wellness routines
Eitan Gefen | 12:33 | 04.20.25
A Ghanaian mother comforts her sick baby
This Israeli team is racing to stop newborn deaths in Africa—one breath at a time
An Israeli team from Neonatologists for Africa is training Ghanaian health care workers in modern neonatal resuscitation amid harsh conditions, aiming to reduce the region’s high infant mortality rate and improve newborn survival
Maayan Hoffman/The Media Line | 19:36 | 04.19.25
טרנד הולך וגובר. הקטנת חזה
More women opt for breast reduction surgery in Israel
Some 14,000 Israeli women last year say they opted for breast reduction surgery to prioritize comfort, health and fashion; what does the procedure include?
Eitan Gefen | 10:24 | 04.19.25
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