Monthly Archives: January 2026

Israel Library shows rare Rambam manuscript

. The National Library of Israel is displaying a rare 14th-century manuscript of Maimonides’ Mishneh Torah for the first time as part of its permanent exhibition. Copied in Provence between 1300 and 1350 C.E., it was later vividly illustrated by … Continue reading

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The first Israeli US women’s soccer league player

Israel’s Talia Sommer signed for professional women’s soccer team Gotham FC and reportedly has become the first Israeli to join the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). Sommer, born in New York, has played for Israel’s women’s national team. https://www.algemeiner.com/2025/12/11/talia-sommer-becomes-first-israeli-athlete-join-us-national-womens-soccer-league/

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The first Israeli MLB pitching coach

Israel’s Alon Leichman, originally from Kibbutz Gezer, has been appointed pitching coach for US Major League Baseball team Colorado Rockies. He is now with family in Israel, celebrating his recent marriage. He speaks fluent Spanish – useful in MLB with … Continue reading

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Israel’s clearest spring

After a long closure and renovation, one of the north’s most popular springs – Ein Shokek in the Valley of Springs – reopened to the public. It now has stroller-friendly access, a safety fence, child-friendly pools, and a shuttle service. … Continue reading

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Docu-Nation Series 3

Some interesting documentaries in the latest season of the Times of Israel’s Docu-Nation Series. The King of Borek (I love bourekas), Zelda (the poetess), and Imagine No Possessions (kibbutz). https://www.timesofisrael.com/docu-nation-season-3/

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Lowest inflation for 4 years

Israel’s inflation cooled further in November, with annual price growth slipping to 2.4 percent, its lowest level in four years. The Central Bureau of Statistics showed inflation staying firmly within the government’s 1–3 percent target range, after peaking at 5.4 … Continue reading

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Another $3.1 billion order from Germany

Just after Israel delivered the first of its $3.5 billion Arrow 3 long-range missile defense system to Germany, the German parliament approved a $3.1 billion expansion of the deal to increase production of Arrow 3 interceptors and launchers. https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/german-parliament-approves-3-1b-expansion-of-arrow-3-deal-with-israel/

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Investment news to 28th Dec 25:

Cyera raised $400 million ($9 billion valuation); Syremis Therapeutics raised $165 million; Vega Security raised $120 million; Echo Security raised $50 million; Humanz raised $15 million; Dux.io raised $9 million;

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Takeovers, exits, and mergers to 28th Dec 25

US  giant ServiceNow is acquiring Israel’s Armis for $7.75 billion cash (Israel’s 4th biggest exit). Dell Technologies has acquired Israel’s Dataloop AI for $120 million cash. US-based Zendesk has acquired Israel’s Unleash, an AI-powered enterprise search company, for an estimated … Continue reading

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$77 million for tiny drone cameras

Israel’s NextVision (see here previously) has reported the largest deal in its history, valued at $76.8 million. NextVision shares surged by over 10% following the news and are up by more than 185% so far this year, giving the company … Continue reading

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