World News in Brief: UNCTAD development finance call, Nepal quake update, religious freedom in Nicaragua

That’s the message from the UN’s trade and development body UNCTAD, which called on Tuesday for urgent reform of the international financial system to support the world’s 46 Least Developed Countries. In line with the Sustainable Development Goals, or SDGs, these most vulnerable economies urgently require foreign investment to add value to their economic output, […]

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Government promotes quick use of buildings as shelters in northern citie

In response to the escalating security situation on the northern border, the Ministry of Construction and Housing is taking immediate action to repurpose buildings as shelters in northern cities. Collaborating with local authorities, experts have evaluated the condition of current shelters and identified a significant need for improvement. Responsibility for maintaining these shelters lies […]

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Renewing protection: 136 in the South, 3,257 in Tel Aviv

The security situation once again highlights Israel’s vulnerability to missile attacks and earthquakes. Construction starts in Israel have been declining for several quarters, with a 25% drop in the last quarter. In the realm of urban renewal, there are also significant declines in most districts. Data from the Central Bank reveals a concerning trend […]

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National Victory: New tenders for commerce and employment in Ashkelon

The Israel Land Authority has recently unveiled an online public tender, allowing interested parties to purchase lease rights for nine commercial and employment lots in Ashkelon, also known as Wine City. These plots are part of the larger “7 Wine City Complex” program, situated in the northern section of the Ashkelon Beach Regional Council, covering […]

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Hebrew U. raises NIS 15m. for fund to support students affected by Oct.7

The Hebrew University has announced the establishment of a dedicated fund aimed at providing support to its students whose lives have been impacted by the October 7 terror attack in South Israel and the ensuing conflict in Gaza. Within just three weeks, the university has successfully raised NIS 15 million for this cause. The […]

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Dutch hotel refuses to refund Israelis, says Israel terrorizes Palestine

As Israeli travelers abroad scrambled to find flights back home when the war with Hamas broke out, those who had planned luxurious vacations were met with resistance when seeking refunds. he cost of a week-long vacation for a family of four can reach tens of thousands of shekels, accounting for the destination’s prestige, accommodation, […]

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Hacking and ransom demands on LinkedIn: How to protect accounts

LinkedIn, the popular professional networking platform, faces a surge of account hacks, compromising security and causing users to lose access. This alarming trend necessitates a renewed focus on improving the security of LinkedIn accounts since victims are forced to pay ransom to regain control.  The Rising Threat LinkedIn accounts have been hacked in a […]

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Live in a private house without a building permit? Construction permit i

A new procedure has been established that will allow the construction of safe rooms in detached houses without the need for a traditional building permit. The Home Front Command, in collaboration with the director of planning, has announced this exciting development on Sunday.  This new route enables the swift approval of residential building construction […]

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Saving agriculture: 5 “Envelope” kibbutzim to receive long-term contract

The Israel Land Authority announced on Monday its approval of another phase within the implementation of the Eshkol outline, a joint effort with the Regional Council and the Agriculture Ministry, aimed at bolstering agriculture in the Eshkol region. Following the recent war, the authority is offering expedited procedures to improve land rights for the […]

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