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Thu, 05 Aug 2021 08:47:47 GMTCOVID: Lockdown could be decided before end of August – Ash
“We do not want to reach a lockdown, but the situation could make it a necessary step."
Thu, 05 Aug 2021 08:44:58 GMTIsrael is ready to strike Iran - Gantz
"When a Palestinian Islamic Jihad operative in Gaza fires on Israel, he does that with the support of Iran. We know this," said Gantz.
Thu, 05 Aug 2021 08:14:13 GMTExploring the Red Sea: A warm taste of paradise at the Dan Eilat Hotel
I had a really tough year and I had been hoping for more than six months to travel abroad, but with all the coronavirus prohibitions I hadn’t gotten further than a beach day in Tel Aviv.
Thu, 05 Aug 2021 07:39:37 GMTMK Smotrich blames LGBTQ+ Pride Parade for sparking COVID outbreak
The far-right MK listed a number of other factors he said helped spread the outbreak, including vacations abroad and Muslims who travelled during Eid al-Adha.
Thu, 05 Aug 2021 07:19:18 GMTIsraeli soccer action heats up, team to travel to Europe
Mac TA, Mac Haifa, Beersheba all advance in Conference League as Ashdod falls * Hapoel tops Beitar in Toto Cup Jerusalem derby * Lille edges PSG at Bloomfield
Thu, 05 Aug 2021 06:56:11 GMTTop candidate for Israeli amb. to US: Michael Herzog
The brother of Isaac Herzog, Michael has a long career in the IDF and has served as senior adviser to numerous ministers.
Thu, 05 Aug 2021 06:24:22 GMTInviting Israeli journalists to Ramallah is a 'big sin' - PJS
The Palestinian Journalists Syndicate (PJS), representing Palestinian journalists, regularly organizes visits by Israelis to Ramallah to meet officials.
Thu, 05 Aug 2021 05:55:39 GMTIndictment filed against former MK Haneen Zoabi on fraud, forgery charges
Zoabi was investigated along with about 35 other suspects, including senior officials at the time in the Balad party, on suspicion of committing forgery and fraud.
Thu, 05 Aug 2021 05:19:27 GMTMan in northern Israel killed by gunshots fired from passing vehicle
The man was evacuated to hospital from the location in which he was shot, on Route 804, where he was found unconscious. He was in critical condition.
Thu, 05 Aug 2021 00:05:29 GMTMeat alternative companies Bio Meat Foodtech, Rilbite sign MOU
Bio Meat Foodtech is also in talks with a third party that is developing cultured fish products based on the technology that is part of the MOU.
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 23:41:54 GMTJerusalem city center to host free film viewings every night in August
Among the films being shown in the project organized by the Jerusalem Municipality will be Shrek, Grease, Madagascar, Jurassic Park, Shakespeare in Love, and many more.
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 21:31:42 GMTMDA appeal for public help due to shortage of rare blood types
Only an estimated 15% of people in Israel have the required blood types, which are all rare, and MDA are appealing for those who can, to donate as soon as possible.
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 20:33:13 GMTGantz: Iran is 10 weeks from breakout to a nuclear weapon
"Israel had warned the US that Iran would use a break in JCPOA talks to advance its nuclear program."
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 19:19:29 GMTWoman denied entry into Tel Aviv mall because of belly shirt
Neta Rudich, 25, was denied entrance to Tel Aviv's Dizengoff Center on Tuesday because she was wearing a belly shirt.
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 18:18:14 GMTIsrael Police arrest Ethiopian minors 4x more - comptroller report
Investigations of Ethiopian minors, even if the probes are closed later and found to be groundless, can severely harm their socio-economic track by blocking them from being drafted into the IDF.
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 17:36:12 GMTIsraelis traveling to US experiencing 'mass hysteria'
Travelers are angry that Israel had adopted stricter laws than other countries, Ziontours Jerusalem CEO Mark Feldman told the 'Post'.
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 17:31:49 GMTIsraeli officials meet with US deputy Sec. of State, discuss Iran
Two Israeli officials met with Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman as part of a series of meetings, discussing regional issues, with a focus on Iran and the strong Israel-US partnership.
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 17:21:16 GMTCOVID: We want to stay open, but we know when to hit the brakes – Bennett
On Tuesday night, the coronavirus cabinet approved several new measures, including a return to the full green pass system.
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 17:18:40 GMTRock for Autism to hold sensory, cognitive friendly concert in Tel Aviv
Rock for Autism will be a sensory and cognitively friendly concert, and organizers will distribute leaflets that explain the concert schedule, noise-canceling headphones and rubber stress balls.
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 17:13:13 GMTThe Most Boring Show in the World: A non-boring dance show hits Israel
Choreographer, dancer, actor and mother Renana Raz is fascinated with boredom, so much so that her new creation is entirely inspired by it.
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 17:04:45 GMTDance Cinema Festival in Sderot spotlights two art forms
The Dance Cinema Festival, a collaboration between the Adama Dance School in Sderot and the Sderot Cinematheque, will take place from August 8-13, at both of these locations
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 16:33:00 GMTComptroller: Gov’t has failed to help, police Bedouins in the Negev
In a report on the status of the Bedouin population in the Negev, State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman slammed a wide number of government ministries and authorities.
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 15:51:20 GMTCongestion tax, Rav Kav charges ahead of massive transport budget plan
A record budget of NIS 35 billion for 2021 and NIS 38 billion for 2022 was approved, along with a comprehensive five-year plan to invest NIS 7.5 billion to improve public transportation.
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 15:45:41 GMTCOVID: New restrictions set in - will Israel go into lockdown?
Starting August 8, the full green pass system will be in place again (from August 20 also for children under 12), masks will be mandatory in all outdoor gatherings.
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 15:39:43 GMTIsraeli-made video game GRIME released on Steam, Epic Games, GOG
The 2D Metroidvania-style game has already received positive reviews from critics, and is now available for 10% off.
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 15:32:06 GMTCoalition overcomes challenge in judicial selection committee vote
The Knesset also elected two women MKs for the Jewish court selection committee.
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 15:28:04 GMTComptroller: Israel is a long way from 'one-touch' digital services
The goal of the service is that citizens would only be required to input personal information once into a government database for it to be shared by all government offices.
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 15:23:46 GMTComptroller finds Elections Committee goes overboard with taxpayer funds
The budget for Israeli elections is 46% higher per voter than the average of 18 key countries, including Russia, which budgets half as much per voter as Israel.
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 14:27:25 GMTIsrael to ban hunting of quail, place 3-year ban on hunting turtle doves
A move to ban the hunting of quail and turtle doves was announced by Environmental Protection Minister Tamar Zandberg, and could go into effect on August 11.
Wed, 04 Aug 2021 14:25:43 GMTBennett White House visit likely postponed to September
Israel, US national security advisors discuss Iran, regional issues.