Herzog: Blaming Jews Has Become Europe’s ‘Default Mode’
Israeli President Isaac Herzog accused European countries in Jerusalem of scapegoating Jews amid criticism of Israel, warning French Jewish leaders like Élie.
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Israeli Health Ministry Survey Confirms Commercial Food Meets Chemical Safety Standards
A multi-year survey by Israel's Health Ministry confirms 100% of tested food samples meet chemical safety standards for dioxins and PCBs.
Israel Approves Use of Expired ID Cards for Upcoming National Elections
Israel's Population and Immigration Authority will permit expired national ID cards for upcoming elections to streamline services.
Israel Sees Rise in Credit Card Spending June–August 2026
Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics reports a 5.4% rise in credit card spending from June-August 2026, showing resilient consumer demand.
Israel’s Ministry of Culture Announces Return of National Cinema Day for October 2026
Israel's Ministry of Culture announces the return of Israeli Cinema Day on October 14, 2026, offering 10 NIS movie tickets nationwide.
Israel’s Budget Deficit Shrinking as Nvidia Boom Drives Tax Revenues Higher
Israel's budget deficit is narrowing as Nvidia's booming Israeli operations drive a 10.4% rise in state revenues for 2026.
Israel’s One Zero Digital Bank to Lay Off Up to 10% of Workforce in Push for Profitability
Israel's One Zero digital bank will lay off up to 10% of its workforce, citing AI and automation, as it aims for profitability by year-end.
Consumer Confidence Index Up in September 2026
Israel's Consumer Confidence Index reached -17% in September 2026, up from August, with notable gains among the Jewish and academically educated populations.
Former AG Mandelblit’s First Day’s Testimony Rife with Frustration
Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit testified as a defense witness for Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem, frequently answering "I don't know" 16 times.
Israeli Research Offers New Direction for Ketamine-Based Pain Relief
New Israeli research from Tel Aviv University suggests ketamine's pain-relieving effects may be possible without its disorienting dissociation.