The 9 Commandments Sold at Sotheby’s Auction for $5 Million
It's missing the part about taking the name of the Lord in vain, which we Jews like to call the Third Commandment.
Israelis to Pay More – A Lot More – in 2025
Strauss, another major food producer, is set to raise its prices by up to 18 percent on chocolate and coffee.
Defense Ministry Inks $130M Deal with Elbit for Comms Systems
The Israeli government seeks to enhance its military capabilities while fostering economic growth within the country.
Macy’s to Close 65 Stores by End of January 2025
Macy's has not disclosed which particular stores will be closed, nor the exact dates when they will be shuttered.
Israel Sees Record-Breaking $10.5 Billion in Startup Acquisitions
More than 200 venture capital partners, investors, and entrepreneurs gathered in Tel Aviv on Thursday for the annual 2024-2025 Trends and Forecasts conference.
Jewish, Israeli Americans Face ‘Substantial’ Hiring Bias, ADL Study Finds
“This is groundbreaking evidence of serious antisemitic discrimination in the labor market,” said Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO of the ADL.
Norway’s Wealth Fund Divests from Israel’s Bezeq over Serving Settlers
The Council on Ethics acknowledged that Bezeq also provides services to Palestinian Authority-administered areas in Judea and Samaria.
Israel’s First Wave Energy Power Plant Launches at Jaffa Port
This is the first time that electricity generated from sea waves will power Israel's national grid.
Orbit Wins $9.1M Contract with Defense Ministry
The company sells maritime and airborne SATCOM terminals, tracking ground station solutions, and mission-critical airborne audio management systems.
Israelis to Pay More for Electricity in January 2025
The war has affected the cost of electricity due to the need to stockpile spare parts, protect energy sites and maintain backup fuel supplies.
Israel Orders $40 Million in Drones, Autonomous Systems, from Elbit
The advanced systems are tailored for diverse missions, including precise intelligence gathering and targeted strikes.
International Airlines Slowly Resuming Flights to Israel
El Al no longer operates direct flights to India since the ban on flying over Oman, Jordan, and Arkia has also stopped flying to India.
IAI Expands Footprint in India with New Subsidiary
The Hyderabad facility specializes in maintaining and repairing radar modules and sub-systems.
Israel Breaks Records with Wartime Defense Exports
“Unfortunately, we've had to deal with both overt and covert embargoes, including from those considered our closest allies."
El Al Dismisses Claims of Fare Hikes as ‘Exaggerated’
El Al says there has been a 16 percent rise in average revenue per passenger.
Bank of Israel Leaves Interest Rate Unchanged
Inflation in the past 12 months is 3.5 percent, above the upper bound of the target, and it is expected to increase in the coming months.
Israelis Sue Banks that Collaborate with US Sanctions Against Them
The five banks argued they were merely obeying the law. The court will have to teach them a lesson in civil rights.
Sen. Graham: If You Cooperate with ICC Warrants the US Will Crush your Economy
Sen. Cotton issued a stark warning, invoking the 2002 Hague Invasion Act.
Unexpected 3rd Quarter 3.8% Growth in Israeli Economy Despite Multi-Front War
Despite its decades-long loyalty to the Jewish State, investment giant Goldman Sachs on Monday lowered its growth forecast for Israel for 2024 to 0.4%.
Israel’s AI Sector Outpaces Global Rivals, Defying Adversity
One of the most unique features of Israel’s AI ecosystem is its ability to attract early-stage funding.
Israeli, German Defense Ministries Prepare to Deploy Arrow 3 in 2025
Arrow is considered one of the world's most advanced defense systems, utilizing cutting-edge technologies.
Iranian Rial Reportedly at Historic Low, as Trump Wins US Election
"Speaks for itself," wrote Jason Brodsky, policy director at United Against Nuclear Iran.
Israelis Seeking Cheaper Ways to Fly to NY
The cost of a plane ticket to the US on an El Al flight currently starts at close to $1,000 and the flights are packed
War Costs: Israel’s Growth Forecast at 0.5% with $11 Billion Budget Cuts
Unfortunately, a growth rate this close to 0 means a decline in the standard of living.
Elbit Wins $200 Million Contract to Provide Laser Defense System
Defense Ministry Director-General, Major General (Ret.) Eyal Zamir, stated that the ground laser system is expected to enter operational service in a year.
International Insurance Assessor: 1 in 5 Turkish Companies Faces Bankruptcy
Turkey’s sad economic state of affairs is not affected by its worsening trade relations with Israel, but it doesn’t help.
US Government Gives Americans in Israel a Break on Tax Deadlines
FinCEN is extending FBAR filing relief to taxpayers who -- due to the terrorist attacks -- may be unable to meet a tax-filing or tax-payment obligation . . . including FBAR filings.
Iran Unhappy with Latest US Sanctions on Its Petroleum Industry
Blinken: “The United States is committed to curtailing Iran’s sources of revenue for its malign activities."
US Treasury Deputy Raises Concerns Over Israeli ‘Threats’ Against PA Banks
On Aug. 21, Ramallah claimed its economy was at risk of collapsing within "days" after Israeli banks stopped accepting Palestinian Authority cash deposits.
Israel’s High-Tech Sector Defies War With $9 Billion in Investments
Despite a year of war, Israel’s high-tech industry has been surprisingly stable.