U of Haifa in Financial Crisis, Plans $54 Million in Cuts Over Four Years
The University of Haifa will cut $54 million over four years due to a $20 million annual deficit, exacerbated by pension reserve depletion and new research.
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Israeli Development Could Help Orchards Adapt to Climate Change, Boost Fruit Yields
An Israeli agricultural breakthrough uses cypress tree shade to increase fruit tree cold accumulation by 24%, boosting yields and quality.
Couple Arrested for Impersonating Insurance Agents in Fraud Scheme Targeting Arab Society
Central Israel police arrested a couple in their 20s for impersonating insurance agents and defrauding hundreds of thousands of shekels from victims.
Shekel Exchange Rates End of Day Monday, August 24, 2026
The Bank of Israel released end-of-day Shekel exchange rates for August 24, 2026, with the US Dollar trading at 2.9940 NIS.
Police Operation Uncovers 2,000-Year-Old Graves Beneath Jerusalem Building
Border Police discovered 2,000-year-old Second Temple period graves in a burial cave beneath a building in Jerusalem's Silwan neighborhood during an operation.
Israel Road Accidents Fall Sharply in July, but Fatalities Remain Elevated
In July 2026, Israel saw a sharp decline in road accidents and casualties, though fatalities were still above the 2022-2024 average.
Israeli PCB Technologies Wins $65M Medical Electronics Tender
Migdal HaEmek-based PCB Technologies has won a $65 million tender to supply electronic packaging to a leading global medical company.
Palestinian Authority Police Detain Israeli Reservist, Seize Weapon in Area C
Palestinian Authority police detained an Israeli reservist and seized his weapon overnight in Area C, prompting strong protest from the Binyamin Regional.