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Eight months after the delivery of the 'Iron Beam' laser system to the IDF, it remains non-operational. Experts estimate that full operational maturity will not be reached for another three to four years.

Residents and business owners in northern Israel are grappling with the aftermath of the ongoing conflict. A decline in domestic tourism, labor shortages, and delays in state compensation are pushing businesses to the brink of survival.

Discussions regarding the $4.2 billion sale of Zim to Germany's Hapag-Lloyd and the FIMI fund are gaining momentum, with current estimates suggesting the deal will not be approved.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the opening of the 2026 state budget to lock in security spending for the next 13 years. The Ministry of Finance describes the move as unprecedented and politically motivated.

Air Canada has extended the cancellation of its flights to Israel until mid-January 2027. The planned resumption of service at Ben Gurion Airport, originally set for October 2026, has been postponed again, leaving Israel without direct air links to Canada.

The fifth edition of the Tour de France Femmes demonstrates massive sporting and economic potential, yet faces institutional conservatism. ASO organizers continue to limit broadcasts, ignoring the race's commercial success.

Argentine President Javier Milei has launched a major institutional reform package to eliminate economic populism. The centerpiece is a "fiscal shackles" mechanism that freezes government spending and politicians' salaries if budget deficits persist.

Amidst a 20% workforce reduction and controversy over executive pay, Monday is set to release its Q2 2026 financial results. Investors are looking for proof that the company can adapt to the AI era.

Berkshire Hathaway reported a sharp jump in second-quarter results, supported by rising share prices in its massive stock portfolio. The company's cash pile grew to $359.2 billion, while net profit attributable to shareholders more than doubled to $25.67 billion.

US President Donald Trump announced a $3 billion investment in critical mineral and battery projects. The initiative aims to strengthen national security and replenish precision weapon stockpiles.

Burger King has overtaken Wendy's as the second-largest hamburger chain in the US by sales. This shift follows six consecutive quarters of declining same-store sales for Wendy's.

Two recent testimonies from Benjamin Netanyahu's inner circle confirm established patterns of behavior. While they offer no new revelations, the consistency of these accounts only deepens the public shock.

The United States Postal Service (USPS) reported a net loss of $2.5 billion in the third fiscal quarter. The agency is currently borrowing from employee pension funds to maintain operations.

Samsung has launched its new Fold smartphone, featuring a compact design and high-end performance. The device includes a 7.6-inch main display and is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor.

In the rapidly changing digital landscape, elite security research units act as "digital warfare units," examining services through the lens of potential attacks to discover vulnerabilities before malicious actors do.

A family living on Great Barrier Island in New Zealand is seeking help with household chores. This is a unique opportunity for those dreaming of escaping the office routine for a life in harmony with nature.

The US President is renewing efforts to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, citing allegations of mortgage fraud. Previous attempts were blocked by the Supreme Court, which noted that any new move must strictly follow due process.

The Federal Court of Appeals in Washington rejected the appeal of the Donald Trump administration and ordered a halt to the project to build a new ballroom at the White House, estimated at $400 million.

The probability of a Federal Reserve interest rate hike in September has fallen to 43.9% following weak July employment data. The number of jobs decreased by 23,000, against an expected gain of 83,000.

The earthquake in Japan was only the beginning: Typhoon "Dolphin" has forced Toyota to halt 17 production lines. The company is prioritizing employee safety and managing disruptions to global shipping routes.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has demanded an additional 50 billion shekels for the defense "strengthening package," sparking outrage from the Ministry of Finance amid ongoing inter-ministerial tensions.

US employment saw a surprising decline of 23,000 jobs in July, missing the forecast of 83,000 new positions. Meanwhile, the unemployment rate fell to 4.1%.

SK Hynix is investing 54 trillion Korean won ($38.1 billion) in two new memory chip plants. The move aims to address the surging demand for components essential to artificial intelligence infrastructure.

Yom Tov Samia has announced the end of his tenure as chairman of Apollo Power, a role he held since August 2018. It is expected that he will join a political party ahead of the elections scheduled for October 27.

The US Department of Commerce has announced a ban on the export of tungsten residues and battery waste. The initiative aims to reduce dependence on China and bolster domestic recycling capabilities for critical minerals.

The Supreme Court of Israel ruled that a father cannot cancel a land sale transaction registered in his son's name. The court applied the "gift presumption" in parent-child relationships.

Currency markets remain stable ahead of the US July employment report. The dollar is trading at 3.01 shekels as investors look for signals regarding future Fed policy.

Yuval Shlomo, wife of Base44 founder Maor Shlomo, discusses her transition from the tattoo industry to the high-tech world. She has taken on a marketing and community management role at Base4u Solutions, which leverages Base44 technology to build business management systems.

Shoni Mendel-Laufer, having left a promising career at the Ministry of Finance's Budget Department, has become a key executive at LTX, a new company spun off from Lightricks to focus on Physical AI.

Kibbutz Be'eri has introduced a light lager made entirely from local barley. The project, launched in partnership with the Milk & Honey Distillery, serves as a symbol of resilience and connection to the land following the events of October 7.

Dana Kashdi, a former digital specialist for the Blue and White party, has appealed a court's refusal to freeze party assets. She argues that the ongoing election campaign threatens to deplete the party's funds entirely.

The company Momo Global Marketing and Distribution (MAGASHA) has filed for bankruptcy due to debts exceeding 20 million shekels. The crisis is attributed to stricter US immigration policies and broader economic challenges.

Private equity firm Apollo Global Management will acquire easyJet in a deal valued at $7.7 billion. The acquisition is moving forward after competing investment firm Castlelake withdrew its bid.

The owner of a private house in the Neve Tzedek neighborhood of Tel Aviv has filed a 26 million shekel lawsuit. He discovered that the home he purchased 29 years ago had been expropriated by the state in 1984, a fact that was hidden from him by the authorities.

A group of 193 apartment owners has filed a lawsuit against developer Oded Shariki, seeking approximately 15 million shekels in compensation for delays in a major residential project in Bnei Brak.

Diageo, the world's largest alcohol company, has unveiled an efficiency plan expected to lead to savings of one billion dollars over three years. The plan will lead to the cutting of between 3,000 and 5,000 jobs.

Businessmen Even and Ricky Newman have acquired an additional 10% stake in the B-Good fashion chain, bringing their total holding to 34% at a company valuation of 250 million shekels.

Pazgaz employees have initiated industrial action, threatening to halt gas supplies during the holidays. The workers are protesting against restructuring plans and demanding improved employment conditions.

Bank of America spends over $250 million annually to fund GLP-1 weight-loss medications for its staff. CEO Brian Moynihan views the expenditure as a valuable investment in employee health and well-being.

Meta has introduced Muse Code, an autonomous programming agent designed to compete with tools from Anthropic and OpenAI. The tool enables developers to automate code planning, writing, and testing.