Stanley Fischer Announces Resignation From Federal Reserve

Fischer said he is stepping down for unspecified "personal reasons." His resignation is effective October 13.

Delek Israel Sold to Uri Mansour & Lahav LR

Delek Israel, which controls a nationwide chain of gas stations and convenience stores, was sold for NIS 525 million.

Rafael to Establish US Iron Dome Production Facility

In 2019, the US Army announced its intent to buy two Iron Dome batteries to fill a need for an interim capability.

Confirmed: Israel’s Gasoline Prices Rising This Week

As of December 31, 2022, the price of gasoline in Israel will have risen six times in 12 months.

Israeli Couple Bringing In Patriarch Jacob’s Biblical Sheep from Canada

A couple wants to reintroduce the ancient species of Jacob sheep in Israel.

El Al Pilots’ ‘Italian Strike’ Creating Massive Delays

Israel's 2012 Aviation Services Act compels airlines to provide passengers whose flight was delayed by at least two hours with food and drink as well as communication services.

Estonian Military to Receive IAI-Made Blue Spear Anti-Ship Missiles

It’s part of an agreement for developing and bolstering Estonian coastal defense capabilities.

Energy Minister Halts Expansion of Israeli Natural Gas Exports, Blocks Explorations in 2022

"We will use the coming year for a series of moves that will advance the transition to renewable energies."

Netanyahu: It’s Up to Israelis to Nationalize JNF

Back in August 2014, The Marker reported that the board of directors of JNF decided to become separated from the State of Israel.

‘Free Markets and Defeating ISIS’ Bibi Tackled Tough Topics in DC [video]

Netanyahu spoke at an AEI dinner about free markets, military strength, alliances and choosing the right battles.

Haifa Chemicals Employees Protest Layoffs

The giant ammonia tank was deemed a major health, environmental and security hazard for years.

Cabinet Passes 2015-2016 Budget, DM Ya’alon Abstains

The Israeli cabinet has passed the 2015-2016 budget, with the abstention of Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon.

Hamas Rejects Third Qatari Humanitarian Aid Citing Israeli Political Blackmail

“The Palestinian people would never be subject to blackmail by Israeli officials to promote electoral campaigning.”

Foreign Suppliers Renege on Ventilating Machine Orders to Israel: ‘It’s a World War’

The fierce competition and the accelerated rate of doing business this way often don't allow for an orderly and detailed inspection of the quality of purchased items.

Israel’s Controversial Plastic Bag Law Delayed

MK Miri Regev said the law is a difficult and complicated one, and it requires a serious discussion about its downsides, and therefore shouldn't be rushed into implementation.

Max Levchin Looking To Repeat Paypal Success With Affirm

PayPal co-founder Max Levchin netted a reported $34 million when his brainchild was sold to eBay in 2002 for $1.5 billion. Ever since that day, the sometimes weird whiz kid Levchin, now 39, has been trying to do it again.

Will Gaza ‘Go Better With Coke’?

The prospect of a future with 3,000 new jobs and sparkling sweet chocolate-colored liquid may bring peace to Gaza.

First Time: Kosher Scotch Whisky Scoops Major Industry Award

“This award is the culmination of several years’ work, creating a high-quality Scotch that is truly unique. . .a wine-finished whisky that happens to be kosher."

Israel Fines Teva $22 Million for Corruption

Last Friday, Moody’s Investors Service downgraded Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. to junk rating, citing the company’s debt load.

Kenny Rosenberg Gave In: Will Invest $63 Million in El Al to Receive Government...

After all is said and done, Rosenberg has invested a tremendous amount in El Al which is yet to show signs of a robust recovery.

IAI Laments No Chance to Compete with Boeing on IAF Refueling Aircraft Tender

"The Ministry of Defense has not even begun a dialogue with us on our proposal. That is wrong, very wrong. We only ask for a fair chance to compete."

Israel Successfully Raises $3 Billion in US Dollar Bond Issue

Israel’s Treasury issued $2 billion worth of 30-year bonds at 3.375%, or 115 basis points more than comparable US Treasury bonds, and an additional $1 billion worth of 10-year bonds at 2.5%, or 68 basis points above the US Treasury’s rates.

Israel Revisits Importing Foreign Workers for Hi-Tech

The government voted on issuing permits for hi-tech employment of foreign workers, and permits for spouses.

Israeli Taxpayers Renew Arab City’s Power Despite Unpaid $450 Million

The Palestinian Authority is struggling financially and depends on foreign aid for the bulk of its budget.

Israel, Cyprus, Greece Get $736 Million Funding for Power-Cable Project

Called the Eurasia Interconnector, it could replace plans for a pipeline connecting the three countries to transfer gas.

Israelis Win ‘Best App’ Award at Prestigious Competition in Spain

The app placed first among 800 other nominees as the contest, which has been described as the Oscars for the mobile world.

Hong Kong Business Leaders Impressed with Israeli Innovation

“The best hidden treasures are here,” Lee told Tazpit. “Israelis have amazing innovative minds. You have 12 Nobel laureates!”

Environmental Protection Rejects Pipeline’s Pollution Risks Survey, Crisis with UEA Looming

The idea of multiplying to a very large extent the amount of crude oil being pushed through the pipeline from Eilat to the Ashkelon terminal is dizzying.

Israel Aerospace Industries and UAE’s EDGE Will Jointly Develop Advanced Unmanned Surface Vessels

The two will jointly design a first-in-class series of 170 modular-unmanned surface vessels (m-USV) for a range of military and commercial applications.

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