Monthly Archives: October 2025

Two days of rejoicing in Jerusalem

Posted on October 26, 2025

Whereas the Jewish festival of Simchat Torah is only one-day in Israel, the citizens of Jerusalem continue the celebrations for an extra day. Musical events were held in Liberty Bell Park and at the Kotel. And a new Torah scroll … Continue reading →

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Golden and bronze judokas

Posted on October 26, 2025

Judoku Raz Hershko won gold in the women’s heavyweight category at the Lima Grand Prix. Israel’s Yuli Alma Mishiner won the bronze medal. https://www.ijf.org/news/show/78-kg-hershko-holds-firm-to-claim-gold-for-israel https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPzHd1dkeFy/ (Hatikvah)

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EuroLeague and EuroCup return to Israel

Posted on October 26, 2025

Israel welcomed the announcement that EuroLeague and EuroCup basketball games will return to Israel starting 1 Dec. It follows a two-year break where Israeli teams played their “home” matches throughout Europe due to the war with Hamas in Gaza. https://www.algemeiner.com/2025/10/22/israeli-basketball-teams-sports-minister-welcome-return-euroleague-eurocup-games-israel/

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Jerusalem Oud Festival returns

Posted on October 26, 2025

The Jerusalem International Oud Festival is set to open on 6 Nov. It will be opened by local hero Ehud Banai and Shalom Hanoch, who is among the best Israeli blues players. Highlights will include India’s Guru Ravikiran and Israel’s … Continue reading →

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Why buy Israeli wine

Posted on October 26, 2025

If you needed a reason to enjoy an Israeli wine, here are a few: World-class quality, perfect for entertaining, historic wineries, and sustainable farming. The Israeli Wine Producers Association (IWPA) brings together more than 40 wineries—from boutique gems to renowned … Continue reading →

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Another Israeli singer at MSG

Posted on October 26, 2025

Renowned Israeli singer Omer Adam paid tribute to the IDF, freed hostages, & President Trump during his sold-out concert at Madison Square Garden in New York. (see here previously). https://worldisraelnews.com/watch-israeli-singer-pays-tribute-to-idf-hostages-and-trump-during-msg-concert/

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Deficit falls again

Posted on October 26, 2025

Israel’s fiscal deficit fell in August, for the second successive month. The cumulative deficit for the 12 months to end Aug amounted to 4.7% of GDP (end July 4.8%) or NIS 98 billion in absolute terms. The 8 months’ deficit … Continue reading →

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60 airlines now fly to Israel

Posted on October 26, 2025

KLM has renewed daily flights from Amsterdam to Israel via Larnaca, Cyprus, while the return to Amsterdam is non-stop. British Airways (from Heathrow) and Iberia (from Madrid) Scandinavian (Copenhagen) and Eurowings resume on 26 Oct. United is adding Chicago and … Continue reading →

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Startup investment – to 26th Oct 25:

Posted on October 26, 2025

Hyro raised $45 million; Darwin AI raised $15 million; Moonshot AI raised $10 million; Anchor Browser has raised $6 million.

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Exits, takeovers, and mergers to 26th Oct 25

Posted on October 26, 2025

Australia’s Bizcap has acquired Israel’s 8fig. Collage AI (part of Boston’s Morningside VC) has acquired Israel’s StudyWise (see video). Israel’s Fireblocks has acquired U.S.-based Dynamic for an estimated $90 million.

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