The Partner Internet and phone service group is preparing for its upcoming entry into the residential electricity consumer market, by launching the Partner Power brand. In recent weeks, the company has started a pilot program with its employees, leading up to the official launch to the general public. It will offer three plans: a fixed discount plan, a daytime plan, and a nighttime plan.Today, Partner signed a contract with OPC Energy, a leading electricity manufacturer in Israel, for the supply of electricity to Partner's customers. The service, offering discounted electricity rates, will be open to all Israeli citizens. Partner…
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Each spring, Jewish families worldwide sit down for their Passover Seders. A highlight of the event is reading the Four Questions. Against the backdrop of recent challenges, including the aftermath of the October 7 Hamas massacre and economic uncertainties marked by rising inflation and interest rates, there are signs of optimism in the Israeli high-tech sector. We reached out to leaders in this industry, asking them our own four questions, allowing them to reflect on their challenges, decisions, successes and dreams. Here are the responses from Shai Golan, COO of the Rimon Group, an infrastructure, water, energy, and advanced…
In a recent interview by Natural Resource Stocks, founder of Monetary Metals, Keith Weiner, dissected the complex interplay between precious metals markets, tariffs, and global monetary policies, offering a stark warning about potential market distortions and the enduring appeal of gold.Weiner, a prominent figure in monetary science, provided a deep dive into the forces driving gold and silver prices, particularly emphasizing the impact of potential tariffs and the underlying fragility of global currencies. His insights offer a critical perspective on the current economic landscape.Weiner described the tariff situation as a "side show" in the broader gold market, yet one…
The Vatican unveiled the revered relic known as the Spear of Longinus, also referred to as the Spear of Destiny, during the Lent 'Statio' in St. Peter's Basilica on Saturday. The event marked a rare opportunity for the faithful to witness an artifact deeply rooted in Christian tradition.The Spear of Longinus holds a special place in Christian lore. Tradition recounts that Longinus, a Roman centurion, pierced the side of Jesus with this very spear during the crucifixion. This act is detailed in the Gospel of John, which states, "One of the soldiers pierced his side with a spear, and…
In an era of high living costs, the search for deals and discounts has become an integral part of the monthly shopping routine. Price comparisons between different supermarket chains reveal significant gaps, which can add up to savings of tens or even hundreds of shekels each month.Supermarket chains offer a variety of deals in different categories – from fresh fruits and vegetables, through dairy products, meat and fish, to alcoholic beverages. From a review of several standout deals this week in the fruits and vegetables sector, the winner is Rami Levy.The Rami Levy chain continues to lead with particularly…
A recent study has shown that engaging in physical activity twice a day, at 8 AM and 6 PM, may reduce the risk of developing bowel cancer by 11%. The research team wrote in the study published in the journal BMC Medicine: "People who were active in both the early morning and evening were 11% less likely to develop bowel cancer."The study was led by experts from the University of Regensburg in Germany, with Professor Dr. Michael Leitzmann as the lead investigator. Professor Dr. Michael Leitzmann, chair of the department of epidemiology and preventive medicine at the University of…
Tuesday marked 95 years since the birth of Her Serene Highness Princess Grace of Monaco, formerly known as Hollywood star Grace Kelly. Born in Philadelphia on November 12, 1929, to a prominent Irish-American family, her mother was Margaret Majer, a sports coach and model. Her father, John B. Kelly, was an accomplished athlete and businessman who amassed a multimillion-dollar fortune in construction work. John B. Kelly was a son of Irish immigrants and a six-time champion of the United States in academic rowing, winning gold medals at the Olympic Games in Antwerp in 1920 and Paris in 1924.At 18…
A delegation of over 150 Druze clerics and dignitaries paid a visit to holy sites in Israel last weekend, marking the first time since 1974 that such a delegation crossed the border.Videos circulating showing a visit of a Druze delegation to holy sites in Israel for first time in 50 years. pic.twitter.com/RGQTRLjiIC— Ohad ✡️ اوهاد ✡️ אהד (@MOhadIsrael) March 16, 2025The dignitaries came all from the Druze villages of the Hader area, adjacent to the Israeli Golan. Their two-day visit, coordinated with the highest security and diplomatic levels in Israel, included a visit to holy sites such as Nebi…
שופטת של האו״ם, שעוסקת עצמה בזכויות אדם ועבדות, לידיה מוגמבה, בת 49, הורשעה באילוץ אישה צעירה לחיות כ״עבד״, אותה היא "ניצלה והתעללה". מוגמבה, שהיא גם שופטת בית המשפט העליון באוגנדה, נמצאה אשמה ביום חמישי בבית המשפט המלכותי באוקספורד בקשירת קשר לסיוע בביצוע הפרה של חוק ההגירה הבריטי, סיוע לנסיעה במטרה לניצול, אילוץ מישהו לעבדות, וקשירת קשר להפחדת עד.התובעים טענו כי מוגמבה "ניצלה את מעמדה" על הקורבן ב"דרך החמורה ביותר" על ידי מניעתה מלהחזיק בתעסוקה יציבה ואילוצה לעבוד כמשרתת שלה ולספק טיפול בילדים ללא תשלום. קרוליין הוגי, מהתביעה, אמרה למושבעים במהלך המשפט: "לידיה מוגמבה ניצלה והתעללה [בקורבן], תוך…
בית משפט השלום, פסק לאחרונה כי חברת פרטנר תקשורת בע"מ שחייבה ב-30 שקלים כרטיס אשראי של לקוח שלא בהתאם להרשאה שניתנה לה, פגעה בפרטיותו. השופט אופיר יחזקאל קבע כי פרטנר תשלם ללקוח פיצוי בסך כ-22,000 שקלים כולל הוצאות משפט ושכר טרחת עורך דין.על פי התביעה, בת זוגו של התובע, מסרה את פרטי כרטיס האשראי שלו לנציג מכירות של פרטנר בעת שהנציג הגיע לביתם. הביקור נערך לצורך בדיקת אפשרות לרכישת שירותי אינטרנט מהחברה. בעדותה בבית המשפט, טענה בת הזוג כי כרטיס האשראי של בעלה נמצא דרך קבע בארנקה, אך היא אינה עושה בו שימוש יומיומי. היא מסרה את…