Politics once again overshadowed sports at the Olympic Games: Messaoud Dris will not compete against Israeli judoka Tohar Butbul, allowing the Israeli to automatically advance to the round of 16 in Paris; Butbul to face the reigning world champion from Azerbaijan

How JNF-USA's new program in northern Israel is blending tradition and innovation

France confirms it will launch investigation against death threats received by athletes; Israeli body in charge of country's delegation to the Olympics says working to ensure their safety; IOC: 'We’ll provide our answers on the field'

A blood test combining two biomarkers for Alzheimer's can diagnose the disease in its early stages, even decades before symptoms appear, however, researchers clarify that 'further research is needed'