Givatayim
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Givatayim, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Grenade Thrown at Restaurant in Rishon Lezion Amid Rising Crime Violence
A grenade was thrown at a restaurant in Rishon Lezion early Sunday with no injuries, amid a wave of grenade attacks linked to a crime family feud in Israel. Police are investigati…
Givatayim Mayor Denounces Hapoel Ramat Gan Over Name Dispute and Funding Claims
Hapoel Ramat Gan, promoted to Israel's Premier League, dropped "Givatayim" from its name amid a dispute with Givatayim's mayor over funding and name registration. The mayor denied…
Bomb Explodes at Under-Construction Rami Levy Store in Ramla Amid Crime Wave
A pipe bomb exploded early Thursday at a Rami Levy store under construction in Ramla, causing minor damage but no injuries. Police are investigating possible links to organized cr…
Police Arrest Additional Suspect in July Arson of Japnika Branch in Givatayim
Police arrested an 18-year-old from Rehovot suspected of involvement in the July 12 arson of a Japnika branch in Givatayim and extended his detention until August 11.
Givatayim Mayor Accuses Hapoel Ramat Gan of Severing Ties and Rejecting Cooperation
Givatayim mayor Ran Konik accused Hapoel Ramat Gan of unilaterally ending their partnership and dropping Givatayim from the club's name, forfeiting about 2 million shekels in city…
Coalition of Education Experts and Local Leaders Forms to Rescue Israel’s Public Education System
A coalition of education experts, local leaders, and organizations in Israel has formed ahead of elections to address the public education crisis. They demand political parties pr…
Israeli Court Extends Detention of Suspect in G'vanim Japnika Arson Case
An 18-year-old Israeli man awaiting combat enlistment remains detained after being linked to the arson of a Japnika restaurant in Givatayim. Police presented strengthened evidence…
Ramat Gan Launches Tender for Major 400-Unit Senior Housing Tower
Ramat Gan has launched a tender for a new 400-unit senior housing complex to replace two outdated facilities, ensuring continuous care for current residents. Meanwhile, Givatayim…
Givatayim Plans 4,500 New Apartments Around Future Metro Stations
Givatayim has approved a plan to build 4,500 new apartments around future metro stations, including high-rise towers and mixed-use developments, to prepare for the upcoming metro…
Paris Texas Chef Reveals Perfect Hamburger Recipe and Key Cooking Tips
Eran Bachur, head chef at Paris Texas in Givatayim, reveals his exact recipe and method for making a juicy, flavorful hamburger using a specific blend of Israeli beef cuts, minima…
Israeli Special Needs Network Perach Expands Nationwide, Seeks New Professional Staff
Perach Israel, a special needs network, is expanding nationwide and recruiting various education and therapy professionals to support its growing services. The organization emphas…
Grenade Attack Targets Another Japnika Branch Owned by Barak Abramov in Hadera
Barak Abramov's Japnika branch in Hadera was attacked with a grenade amid a series of violent assaults linked to a criminal feud, prompting a police investigation.
Israeli Police Prepare Charges in Violent Grenade Attacks Between Crime Families
Israeli police are set to file indictments this week against suspects in a series of grenade attacks linked to a violent feud between the Musli and Jarushi crime families, targeti…
Missing Mentally Ill Woman Last Seen at Givatayim Pizzeria Sparks Family Concern
Adi Koren, a mentally ill woman from Ramat Gan, vanished after being seen at a Givatayim pizzeria. Her son fears for her safety due to her connection with a harassing acquaintance…
Tel Aviv Court Extends Detention of Rehovot Man Suspected in Givatayim Japnika Arson
A man from Rehovot suspected of arson at a Givatayim Japnika restaurant had his detention extended until August 3 by a Tel Aviv court.
Designer Transforms 22-Square-Meter Tel Aviv Studio in Two Weeks for 10,000 Shekels
Sveta Bromberg renovated a 22-square-meter studio near Tel Aviv in two weeks for 10,000 shekels, transforming it into a bright, functional space for a student tenant. Using mostly…
Israeli Parents Demand Extended School Transportation for Special Needs Children After Activities End
Parents of special needs children in Israel are fighting for extended school transportation that aligns with after-school program hours. Currently, Ministry of Education-funded tr…
Tel Aviv’s Noema Restaurant Blends Bukharan Heritage with Modern Mediterranean Cuisine
Noema in Tel Aviv, led by chef Moshiko Abraham, offers a seasonal Mediterranean menu with Bukharan influences, blending traditional and modern flavors. The restaurant caters to di…
Israeli Soldier Charged for Entering Enemy States Using Foreign Passport
An Israeli soldier with Romanian citizenship, Lior Matan Weinstein, was convicted for illegally entering Iraq, Yemen, and Saudi Arabia using a foreign passport to hide his Israeli…
Wolt Food Delivery Sparks Outcry After Customer Receives Sushi Dropped on Ground
A Wolt customer in Bnei Brak received a sushi order that had fallen on the ground during delivery, prompting a full refund after complaints and sparking widespread reports of simi…
Beitar Jerusalem Owner Barak Abramov Denies Ties to Musli and Jarushi Families Amid Restaurant Attacks
Barak Abramov, owner of Beitar Jerusalem and the Jafnika restaurant chain, denied any ties to the Musli and Jarushi families amid attacks on his restaurants in central Israel. Pol…
Israeli Police Arrest Additional Suspect in Barak Abramov's Japnika Chain Bombing Case
Israeli police arrested another suspect in the grenade attack on a Japnika restaurant in Kiryat Ono, extending his detention by 12 days. The investigation involves multiple violen…
Israeli Police Arrest Crime Boss Yossi Musli Amid Escalating Gang Conflict
Israeli police arrested crime boss Yossi Musli amid a violent feud with the Jeroushi family, following a week of grenade attacks and shootings targeting multiple cities and busine…
Israeli Breakthrough in Oral Immunotherapy Offers Hope for Life-Threatening Food Allergies
Israeli doctors have pioneered oral immunotherapy to treat life-threatening food allergies, enabling children like Peleg Beilin to safely consume allergens such as sesame. This tr…
Beitar Jerusalem Owner Barak Abramov Denies Link to Violent Attacks on Japnika Stores Amid Family Feud
Barak Abramov, owner of Beitar Jerusalem and the Japnika restaurant chain, denies involvement in recent grenade attacks on Japnika outlets amid a violent feud between the Musli an…
Israeli Police Detain Crime Figures After Grenade Attacks on Jafnika Chain Amid Gang Feud
Israeli police detained Yossi Musli and others after a series of grenade attacks on Jafnika stores linked to a gang feud. The attacks continued despite arrests, with police probin…
Grenade Attack Hits Jafnika Branch in Northern Israel Amid Crime Feud
A grenade exploded at a Jafnika store in Rosh Pina amid a violent feud between the Mosli crime group and the Jarushi family, leading to multiple attacks on the chain owned by Bara…
Israeli Actress Adi Gilat Recalls Meeting Musician Yehli Sobol and Their Artistic Family Life
Israeli actress Adi Gilat recounts meeting musician Yehli Sobol, their swift engagement, and their shared artistic life. She discusses her theatrical career, concerns about societ…
Crime Networks Escalate Protection Racket Violence Amid Limited Israeli State Response
Organized crime groups in Israel have intensified violent protection rackets targeting businesses like the Jeponica restaurant chain, causing widespread damage and economic harm…
Barak Abramov Denies Involvement in Violent Attacks on Japnika Chain Stores
Barak Abramov, owner of the Japnika chain, denies involvement in a violent crime feud targeting his stores across Israel. Police link the attacks to a conflict between crime famil…
Israeli Crime Boss Yossi Mosli Arrested Amid Wave of Violent Attacks on Business Network
Yossi Mosli, leader of a crime group, was arrested after a week of violent attacks targeting businesses linked to a feud with the Jarushi family in Israel. Multiple grenade attack…
Despite Attacks, Customers Continue Dining at Japanika Chain Amid Crime Feud
Despite a series of grenade attacks, shootings, and arson attempts linked to a crime family feud, customers continue dining at Japanika restaurants in central Israel, with no inju…
Leumi Partners May Exit Japanika Partnership Amid Violent Attacks on Chain
Bank Leumi's investment arm, Leumi Partners, faces potential exit from its 20% stake in Japanika after violent attacks on the restaurant chain linked to organized crime. Police ar…
Jerusalem Sees Population Decline While Ashkelon and Modiin Attract New Residents in 2024
In 2024, Israel saw significant internal migration with about 655,000 people moving homes. Jerusalem experienced a net loss of 8,000 residents, while Ashkelon and Modiin attracted…
Israel Removes Major Public Transport Reform From Knesset Agenda Over Sabbath Concerns
Israel's Knesset removed a major public transportation reform from its agenda due to ultra-Orthodox parties' concerns over Sabbath observance. The reform, which shifts transport a…
Neuroscientist Explores How Music Acts as a Natural Brain Stimulant and Therapeutic Tool
Dr. Naomi Zinger, a neuroscientist at Ichilov Hospital, studies how music stimulates the brain’s reward and motor systems, aiding conditions like Parkinson’s and potentially demen…
High-Tech Enthusiast's Givatayim Apartment Features Black, White, and Space-Themed Rooms
A high-tech professional's Givatayim apartment combines practical design with space-themed fantasy, featuring dark master bedroom walls, a playful TV room, and a functional kitche…
Wave of Criminal Explosions Hits Central Israel with Multiple Grenade Blasts
A wave of grenade explosions struck Tel Aviv and central Israel on Monday, injuring one person and damaging property. Police suspect the attacks are linked to a gang feud between…
Moon Active's Departure Leaves Vitania Facing 25 Million Shekel Annual Revenue Loss and 26,500 sqm Vacancy
Moon Active plans to leave its current 26,500 sqm office in Vitania's Tel Aviv building, causing a 25 million shekel annual revenue loss and high vacancy. The company will move to…
Ruti Brodud Revives Iconic Coffee Bar in New Food Complex at Phoenix Campus in Rishon Lezion
Ruti Brodud is reopening her iconic Coffee Bar restaurant in a new 1,500-square-meter food complex at Phoenix Campus in Rishon Lezion, alongside other food outlets. The Phoenix in…
Modi'in Leads Israel in Plastic Surgery Interest Across Multiple Procedures
Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut has emerged as Israel's leading city in online interest for plastic surgeries, surpassing major cities like Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, according to a 2026 Goog…
Haredi Leaders Meet Amid Wizz Air Sale Talks and Political Maneuvering in Israel
This week’s report covers Haredi religious commemorations, secretive political meetings in Tel Aviv, and business negotiations involving Israeli and Hungarian airlines. It also hi…
Tel Aviv Court Removes Wife as Caregiver for Elderly Husband Over Family Isolation
A Tel Aviv court removed a wife as legal guardian of her elderly husband after she isolated him from their children and grandchildren, ruling she abused her role and appointed an…
Senior Israeli Professionals Leave Careers to Become Flight Attendants After 50
Several senior Israeli professionals, including a former lieutenant colonel and city CEO, have left their careers after age 50 to become flight attendants. They find new freedom a…
Aura Reports 6% Drop in Apartment Sales in First Half of 2026 Amid Market Challenges
Aura experienced a 6% drop in apartment sales in the first half of 2026, selling 291 units compared to 309 in the same period last year. Despite this, the company’s sales remain s…
Thousands Gather in Haifa and Bnei Brak for Yahrtzeit of Vizhnitz Rebbe's Father
Thousands of Vizhnitz Hasidim gathered in Haifa and Bnei Brak to commemorate the yahrtzeit of the late Vizhnitz Rebbe's father, with the current Rebbe leading prayers and placing…
Israel Begins Major Metro Tunnel Excavation for New M2 Line Next Month
The Menarv Group will start digging the first launch shaft for Tel Aviv's M2 metro line next month, marking a major step in the metro project. The 26-kilometer line will connect s…
TikTok Trend Drives Sardine Sales and Price Increases in Israel
Sardine sales in Israel have jumped up to 72% due to a TikTok-driven health and beauty trend, with fresh and canned sardines gaining popularity among athletes and influencers. Pri…
