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Nayax Acquires US Smart Parking Firm IPS Group for $350 Million, Expands Market Reach

Israeli fintech Nayax is acquiring US smart parking company IPS Group for $350 million, expanding into smart parking solutions and increasing its market potential. The deal is exp…

Israeli Man Shares Journey From Relationships With Women to Marriage and Parenthood With Male Partner

Yaniv Neuman-Eyal, who previously only dated women, credits his partner Shahar with helping him come out as gay. The couple, married and living in Israel, have three children born…

Tel Aviv Market Set to Open Lower Amid Global Trade Tensions and Tech Sector Pressure

The Tel Aviv stock market is expected to open lower due to negative arbitrage from Wall Street and semiconductor sector pressure amid global trade tensions. U.S. Treasury yields h…

Fox Group Reports Strong Q2 Growth Led by Fashion and Home Sectors Despite Retailors' Struggles

Fox Group posted a strong Q2 with record revenues and significant profit growth, driven by fashion and home sectors. Despite challenges in Retailors and Canadian operations, CEO H…

Dan Hotels Boosts Revenue with New York Acquisition Despite Quarterly Loss

Dan Hotels' acquisition of a New York hotel boosted its second-quarter revenues by 13%, but financing costs and currency effects led to a net loss. The company continues to face c…

Tel Aviv Metro Advances With $30 Billion Tender for Driverless Train Systems

The Tel Aviv Metropolitan Mass Transit System has launched a 30 billion shekel tender for the second phase of its metro project, focusing on driverless trains and operational syst…

Israeli-American Center Gabe Wiznitzer Joins Hapoel Be'er Sheva/Dimona Basketball Team

Hapoel Be'er Sheva/Dimona signed Israeli-American center Gabe Wiznitzer, who played college basketball at Ohio University and professionally in the Czech Republic and Canada, to b…

US-China Trade Tensions, Nvidia Earnings, and Inflation Data to Shape Global and Israeli Markets This Week

This week, global and Israeli markets face high volatility due to US-Canada trade tensions, rising bond yields, and geopolitical risks. Nvidia's earnings and US inflation data wil…

US Imposes 50% Tariffs on Canada, Sparking Sharp Retaliation and Trade War Fears

UK, Canada, Australia Condemn Israel Over Aid Workers' Deaths in Gaza, Demand Accountability

The UK, Canada, Australia, and Poland have criticized Israel's refusal to investigate the killing of seven foreign aid workers in Gaza, demanding accountability after an Israeli m…

Katz Criticizes Trump Envoy Over Syria Attack; Dolgopyat Wins European Championship

Israeli Finance Minister Betzalel Katz criticized the U.S. Middle East envoy for contradicting Trump regarding a Syrian strike, while Artem Dolgopyat won his third European champi…

European Nations Condemn Israeli Settlement Plans and Military Actions Amid Rising Diplomatic Tensions

Israel faces mounting international backlash over settlement expansion in E1 and refusal to investigate a deadly 2024 airstrike on humanitarian workers. Six European countries con…

UK Leads International Backlash Against Israeli Settlement Expansion in E1 Area

The UK and several allied countries condemned Israel's settlement expansion in the E1 area of the West Bank and Israel's refusal to prosecute soldiers involved in a 2024 Gaza inci…

Asi and Adi Bozaglo, Uri and Anna Banai, Omri and Dorin Canada Reach Power Couple Finale

The Israeli reality show Power Couple on Channel 13 has announced its three finalist couples: Asi and Adi Bozaglo, Uri and Anna Banai, and Omri and Dorin Canada. They will face a…

Israeli Real Estate Group Best Reveals Unauthorized Withdrawal of Nearly 1 Million Shekels by Owners

Best Group, an Israeli real estate company recently listed on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, uncovered unauthorized withdrawals of up to 1 million shekels by controlling owners thro…

Man Surrenders for Vandalizing Canadian Synagogue, Seeks to Make Amends

Jayden Clark surrendered to police after vandalizing a Saskatoon synagogue with eggs and seeks to make amends. He faces three charges but no hate crime charges yet. The Jewish com…

Acro Reports 42 Apartment Sales and 20 Million Shekel Net Profit Ahead of Merger with Israel Canada

Acro Real Estate improved its second-quarter sales to 42 apartments and posted a net profit of 20 million shekels, driven largely by its WHITE project in Tel Aviv. The company rep…

Quebec Court Restores Funding to Montreal Belz Hasidic Educational Institutions

US Ambassador Reveals New International Force Operating in West Bank to Ease Tensions

US Ambassador Mike Herzog revealed a new international force including Canada and European countries is operating in the West Bank to reduce tensions. He highlighted US intentions…

Global Chip Stock Sell-Off Hits Asia Hard as Nasdaq Short Positions Reach Record High

Global markets fell sharply as semiconductor stocks plunged, hitting Asian markets hard with South Korea's Kospi down nearly 6%. US bond yields rose, pressuring gold and fueling i…

Israeli Singer Ella Lee Seeks Help Over Long Wait for Knee Specialist Appointment

Israeli singer Ella Lee has publicly sought help after facing a three-month wait for an orthopedic appointment due to a knee problem. Her case reflects a wider issue of increasing…

Israeli Ministry Reopens Investigation Into Canadian Medical Cannabis Dumping Amid Industry Dispute

Israel's Ministry of Economy has reopened an investigation into alleged dumping of Canadian medical cannabis imports, citing significant harm to local producers. The probe was pre…

Israeli Research Center Reports 53% Drop in Returning Residents Since 2020

A Knesset report shows a 53% decline in Israelis returning home since 2020, with fewer coming back from the US and Europe amid bureaucratic challenges and rising antisemitism. The…

Top 5 Youth Films and Series to Watch Before Summer Ends

As August's summer break nears its end, families can enjoy a variety of youth films and series including Netflix's emotional musical "Don't Say Good Luck," Prime Video's hockey dr…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces Growing Concerns Amidst Uncertain Summer Transfers and Team Performance

Maccabi Tel Aviv is facing growing concerns over delayed transfers, key player absences, and poor early-season results, raising fears of a decline in Israeli football standings. O…

Israeli Medical Center Highlights Weight Gain Risks for Children During School Holidays

Meir Medical Center reports that children gain weight faster during school holidays due to reduced activity and disrupted routines. Their multidisciplinary program promotes exerci…

Four Surprising Countries Actively Welcoming More Tourists Amid Global Restrictions

In contrast to European cities limiting tourists, Canada, Tajikistan, Slovakia, and Andorra are investing heavily to attract more visitors by promoting lesser-known regions, natur…

Israeli Judoka Raz Hershko Aims to Defend Gold at Lima Grand Prix

Israeli judoka Raz Hershko aims to defend her gold medal at the Lima Grand Prix in Peru, starting in the quarterfinals against a Brazilian or Canadian opponent. Other Israeli comp…

Kan 11 Series Reveals Meir Lansky's Crime Empire and Israel's Dilemma

Kan 11's series "Lansky - The Jewish Gangster" uncovers Meir Lansky's criminal empire and his controversial ties to Israel in the 1970s, revealing the state's struggle to reconcil…

Montreal Impact Suspends Fans Indefinitely Over Antisemitic Incident Against Israeli Player

Montreal Impact suspended fans indefinitely after antisemitic chants targeted Israeli player Dor Turgeman during an MLS match. The club revoked fan privileges and condemned hate s…

Europe Faces Rising ETIAS Scams Ahead of Delayed Travel Authorization Launch

The EU has delayed the launch of ETIAS, an electronic travel authorization for visa-exempt visitors including Israelis, amid rising scams exploiting traveler confusion. The system…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces Crisis Amid Player Departures and Transfer Failures

Maccabi Tel Aviv is facing a crisis after a poor season, internal turmoil, and transfer failures, with key players leaving and reinforcements delayed. The club’s management strugg…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Officials Defend Owner Mitch Goldhar's Commitment Amid Transfer Challenges

Maccabi Tel Aviv officials, including Jack Englidis and Steven Vanharan, defended owner Mitch Goldhar's active investment and involvement ahead of the new season. They addressed t…

Zvehil Yeshiva Inauguration and Major Hasidic Events Mark Spiritual Expansion in Israel

The Zvehil Yeshiva in Beitar Illit held a major inauguration ceremony led by top Hasidic leaders, coinciding with multiple significant Hasidic commemorations and gatherings in Isr…

Climate Change Drives More Intense and Widespread Wildfires Worldwide

Significant wildfires have spread worldwide this summer, intensified by climate change, with more areas at risk and longer fire seasons. A Nature Communications study shows that r…

Israeli Court Orders Buyers to Pay Seller Nearly 200,000 Shekels After Cancelling Apartment Deal

An Israeli court ruled that buyers who canceled an apartment purchase due to delayed registration must pay the seller nearly 200,000 shekels. The judge found the seller was not at…

Israeli Surfer Anat Lelior Finishes Second at WSL Tahiti Event

Israeli surfer Anat Lelior finished second at the WSL event in Tahiti after a strong final against Canadian Erin Brooks, who won the title. Lelior had earlier defeated the world n…

Israeli Organizer Hosts 'Cuddle Parties' Offering Safe, Non-Sexual Touch for Healing

Avishag Maya Zaluf has been organizing "cuddle parties" in Israel for 12 years, creating safe, non-sexual spaces for platonic touch and emotional healing. These events attract div…

Bulgaria to Host Eurovision 2027 Semi-Final on Israeli Memorial Day in Burgas

Bulgaria will host Eurovision 2027 in Burgas, with the first semi-final on May 11 coinciding with Israel's Memorial Day. Israel plans to request participation in the second semi-f…

Montreal Anti-Racism Commissioner Sues Canadian Jewish Organization for Defamation

Bouchra Manaï, former Montreal anti-racism commissioner, is suing the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs for $125,000 over a defamatory campaign comparing her to Hitler and accu…

Eurovision Rules Updated: Countries in Military Conflict Barred from Hosting

The European Broadcasting Union updated Eurovision rules to bar countries in military conflict from hosting and raised the minimum participant age to 18 starting in 2027. The chan…

Tash Hasidim Mark Rebbe's Yahrzeit with Prayers and Teachings in Canada

The Tash Hasidic community in Canada observed the yahrzeit of their holy Rebbe with spiritual gatherings, teachings, prayers, and a gravesite visit led by the current Rebbe.

British Opposition to Immigration from Israel Rises Sharply, Matching Views on Pakistan and Russia

A YouGov survey shows 47% of Britons oppose immigration from Israel, a rise linked to the Gaza conflict and worsening global views of Israel. Israel ranks among the least favored…

Israel Upholds Paper Ballot Voting as Best Method Amid Digital Risks

Former Israeli elections chief Orly Ades defends Israel's paper ballot voting system as the most secure and trustworthy amid global digital voting trends, emphasizing transparency…

Thousands Gather for Major Hasidic Rebbe Assemblies Amid Security Scare in Canada

Thousands of Hasidic followers gathered for major events in Canada, the U.S., and Israel, including commemorations, celebrations, and a security scare in Canada where a driver cra…

eToro Acquires US Broker TradeZero for Up to $231 Million to Boost US Market Presence

eToro is acquiring US broker TradeZero for up to $231 million to expand its US market presence and improve profitability. TradeZero reported $80 million in revenue with strong mar…

AbCellera’s Non-Hormonal Menopause Treatment Boosts Stock by 40% After Successful Trial

AbCellera’s non-hormonal drug for menopausal hot flashes significantly reduced symptoms in a 92-patient trial, boosting its Nasdaq stock by 40% to a $2.9 billion valuation. The tr…

Toronto Police Arrest Eight for Antisemitic Hate Speech at Jewish Neighborhood Protest

Toronto police have arrested eight individuals for displaying antisemitic signs and inciting hatred during a March protest in a Jewish neighborhood. The arrests come amid rising a…