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After facing significant delays and safety issues, the highly anticipated Red Line of the light rail system in Gush Dan is finally set to be officially inaugurated on August 18. The project, managed by the NTA Company, experienced multiple postponements over the course of two years due to safety problems, particularly concerning incidents of emergency braking

In a move that has sparked controversy and accusations of curbing the freedom of protest, Chief Avi Biton, the commander of the Central Police District, has imposed restrictions on demonstrations near the homes of ten members of the Knesset and ministers. The restrictions were implemented to address concerns raised during a government meeting about the lack of enforcement during protests near ministerial residences and following requests from members of the Knesset to limit demonstrations outside their homes

Allenby Street, one of the bustling thoroughfares in Tel Aviv, has been shut down to vehicular traffic for an anticipated four and a half years, commencing this Friday morning. The closure is a pivotal step in the ongoing development of the purple line of the city's light rail system, with the long-term vision of transforming this segment into a pedestrian-friendly zone. However, the move has sparked frustration and apprehension among local residents and business owners who are apprehensive about the potential impact on their livelihoods

The Ministry of Education in Israel is grappling with a dire shortage of qualified teachers as the upcoming school year approaches. The situation, termed a "quality shortage" by officials, reveals a significant gap in professional educators, particularly in science, mathematics, and language subjects. Despite official reports highlighting a shortage of 2,800 teachers, the true deficit exceeds 30,000 teachers who possess appropriate training. This scarcity is set to disrupt schools, leading to class cancellations and overcrowded classrooms

Ministry of Economy and Industry faced difficulties in recruiting businessmen to accompany Minister Nir Barkat on his official trips to Vietnam and Singapore. The businessmen's reluctance stems from their protest against the government's recent coup d'état, of which Barkat's government is a part. Barkat's first stop is Vietnam, where he is scheduled to depart tomorrow for a four-day visit. During his stay in the capital city, Hanoi, he will actively participate in economic forum discussions, tour various industrial plants across the country, and partake in a celebratory reception at the...

In a recent report released by the Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) on Thursday, the number of job vacancies in the economy for July totaled approximately 116,948. This figure marked a slight decline from June, which had recorded about 122,228 vacancies. The vacancy rate continued its downward trend, currently standing at 3.7%

A shocking shooting attack that occurred this Saturday afternoon in the town of Hawara has claimed the lives of Aviad Nir (28) and his father Shay Silas Nigarkar (60), both residents of Ashdod. The victims were in Hawara for routine maintenance on their vehicle and to purchase car accessories when tragedy struck at a local car wash business

The government has given the green light to a comprehensive five-year plan aimed at reducing social and economic disparities and driving economic growth in East Jerusalem. The ambitious initiative, spanning from 2024 to 2028, will receive approximately NIS 3.2 billion in funding. The decision follows collaborative efforts between the Minister of Jerusalem and Israeli Traditions, Meir Parosh, the Ministry of Finance, the Jerusalem Municipality, and various government ministries