lifestyle
Israel Plants Over One Million New Grapevines in 2025, Signaling Wine Industry Shift
Israel's wine industry saw over 1 million grapevines planted in 2025, with Cabernet Sauvignon leading and growing interest in Mediterranean varieties.
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energy
Israel Weighs Relocating Major Oil Refinery From Haifa to Southern Region for Energy Security
Israel's Energy Ministry recommends relocating the BAZAN Group oil refinery from Haifa to southern Israel to enhance national energy security.
Politics
Historic First: New Haredi Party Puts Woman on Its Slate
Dr. Nehumi Yaffe, a Haredi researcher, is making history as the first woman on a Haredi party's Knesset slate for HaTzibur HaHaredi.
Economy
Israel Sees Slight Decline in Tourist Arrivals in August 2026
Israel's tourism sector experienced a slight decrease in August 2026, with 117,600 visitors compared to the previous year.
Technology
They Dominate Israeli Tech: 89% of 2025 Investments Went to AI Companies
In 2025, AI firms captured 89% of Israeli tech investments, totaling $11.8 billion, with nearly 3,000 AI companies now operating in the nation.
Transportation
Israel Nears Universal Fiber-Optic Coverage After Completing Third Infrastructure Tender
Israel's Ministry of Communications awarded contracts to Telran, Partner, and Pazzal, bringing universal fiber-optic coverage within reach.
Crime
Thailand Deports Zoo Owner Who Banned Israeli Family
Thai authorities deport French zoo manager Kevin Dimino from Koh Samui after he assaulted an Israeli family and posted an offensive image of the Israeli flag.
Politics
High Court Issues Injunction on Election Committee’s Polling Station Reporting
Israel's High Court issued an injunction against the Central Elections Committee's decision to allow the "Elector" app for tracking voter turnout.
military
Israeli Military Kills Two Terrorists from Hamas and Islamic Jihad in Gaza Over Ceasefire Violations
Israeli forces killed two terrorists, one from Hamas and one from Islamic Jihad, in Gaza for violating a ceasefire by planting explosives.
Crime
Israeli Police Detain Seven Undocumented Palestinians in Jerusalem Enforcement Operation
Seven undocumented Palestinians were detained by Israeli police in Jerusalem's Mea Shearim neighborhood during an enforcement operation that also saw traffic.