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Demonstrations were held across Israel on Saturday evening, demanding the immediate return of the 100 hostages held by Hamas and protesting the government’s handling of the situation. Thousands gathered in various locations, including the Kidnappers' Square at the Tel Aviv Museum Plaza and Begin Street, where activists expressed outrage over the government’s failure to secure the release of hostages
Dec 7, 2024
Category: Law
In a rare and contentious press conference on Monday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu launched a vehement attack on the country’s legal system, using the occasion to frame himself as a victim of political persecution. His remarks, made just hours before his highly anticipated testimony in his ongoing corruption trial, sought to rally his supporters by portraying the legal process as a “hunting expedition” against him
Dec 10, 2024
Category: Health
Unilever has announced a significant price increase for its chocolate products, set to take effect next month. The company cited a sharp rise in global cocoa prices as the driving force behind the price hike, with some products seeing an increase of up to 16%.
Dec 11, 2024
Category: Government
In his first public comments since the fall of the Assad regime in Syria, Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem spoke on Saturday evening, addressing the Lebanese terrorist group's position amid recent regional developments. Qassem acknowledged that while Hezbollah has faced significant challenges, including the loss of its weapons supply route from Iran through Syria, the group remains resolute in its mission
Dec 14, 2024
Category: Politics
Thousands of people took to the streets across Israel on Saturday night, demanding a comprehensive deal for the return of hostages held by Hamas, with some families accusing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of failing to fulfill promises made during recent talks. Demonstrations were held in multiple cities, including Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Haifa, Beersheba, and the Galilee region, as protesters voiced frustration over what they see as political delays and partial agreements regarding the hostages
Dec 14, 2024
Category: Financial
McDonald's Israel will soon offer customers a free product with their online orders, following a class action settlement approved today (Tuesday) by the Central District Court in Lod. The settlement, which resolves claims of misleading pricing, will allow online orderers to select one free item from three options: a half-liter bottle of water (NIS 13), a 330 ml can of Coke Zero (NIS 10), or regular-sized fries (100 grams, NIS 18)
Dec 17, 2024
Category: Financial
The Knesset plenum approved the state budget laws and the 2025 economic plan in a first reading late Monday night. The budget, totaling approximately 609 billion shekels, aims for a deficit target of 4.4%. The approval came amid significant political tensions surrounding disagreements within the ruling coalition
Dec 17, 2024
Category: Capital Market
Israel's National Insurance Institute (NII) has published its annual poverty report for 2023, revealing that while the country's poverty rate has not increased, it remains alarmingly high compared to other developed nations. The report attributes the stabilization to government intervention, including special grants, which have even led to a minimal reduction in poverty levels. However, the figures still highlight significant socio-economic challenges, with nearly 2 million people living below the poverty line, including 872,000 children—over 27% of all children in Israel. Key Findings...
Dec 19, 2024
Category: Law
Tens of thousands of protesters gathered at Kaplan Junction in Tel Aviv tonight for their weekly demonstration against the government's legal reforms, the controversial draft exemption law, and the ongoing situation of the 100 Israeli hostages still held in Gaza. The protest, which began with a march from Habima Square, was marked by strong speeches from opposition leaders and public figures, who continued to express their outrage over what they view as the government’s failure to address the country’s most pressing issues
Dec 21, 2024
Category: Start Up
The long-standing Alliance factory in Hadera, a key manufacturer of patented tires, will be permanently closed, Japanese multinational corporation Yokohama announced last month. The closure, set for December 31, 2024, follows a significant decline in orders, attributed to Israel's loss of its competitive edge in transportation, the company explained
Dec 22, 2024
