Israeli Hospital Awards $75,000 in Research Grants Ahead of Jewish New Year
Ahead of Rosh Hashanah, Wolfson Medical Center in Holon, Israel, awarded $75,000 in research grants to nine clinical researchers for applied studies.
Israel
Eisenkot, With Significant Lead, Vows to Back Biggest Opposition Party’s Leader
Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar! party leads polls, pledging to back the strongest opposition leader to form a stable Israeli government.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Israel Launches Pilot Program Placing Full-Time Nurses in Elementary Schools
Israel has launched a pilot program placing full-time nurses in eight elementary schools to provide health screenings, vaccinations, and first aid.
Israeli Business Confidence Holds Steady in August, Retail Sales Turn Positive
Israel's business confidence remained stable in August, as hotels and services saw gains and retail sales turned positive, according to the Central Bureau of.
Israel’s Defense Ministry Workers Get Pay Boost in New Six-Year Agreement
Israel's Defense Ministry workers will see substantial pay increases and new bonuses through 2030 in a historic agreement.
Water Company to Move Desalination Intakes Deeper Offshore to Beat Algae
Mekorot plans to relocate desalination intakes deeper into the Mediterranean Sea to overcome disruptions caused by microalgal blooms and cloudiness.