Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas in Gaza, will be remembered as the fighter whose war ultimately cost him his life. It would be premature to suggest that Sinwar’s death means the war in Gaza is over. Both Sinwar and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had hidden agendas throughout the conflict.Sinwar had a false vision from the outset. He thought the war he triggered on October 7 would bring about the end of Israel, defeat its army, and open the road to a liberated Jerusalem. He bit off more than he could chew and paid with his life and…
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Egyptologists are hopeful that ongoing investigations using non-invasive techniques may finally uncover the identity of the Bashiri mummy, a century-old mystery of ancient Egypt, according to the Daily Mail.CT scans and X-rays have been used to study the Bashiri mummy without compromising its integrity, reported Enikos. These non-invasive techniques have allowed researchers to determine that the mummy was once a man who stood about five and a half feet tall (approximately 1.60 meters).Dating back to the Ptolemaic era, between the second and early third centuries BCE, the Bashiri mummy exemplifies the peak of mummification artistry and sophistication, as noted…
Marbella's Department of Culture has announced a discovery at the Coto Correa site in the Las Chapas area: carvings on a gabbro stone block that could revolutionize the understanding of prehistoric art on the Iberian Peninsula. Documentation work is set to commence, utilizing 3D scanning and digitization to create a high-resolution virtual composite of the markings. A team of experts has identified the engravings on the stone block as possibly over 200,000 years old.The discovery confirms the presence of humans in Marbella during the Early Middle Paleolithic period—a time scarcely documented in Spain and unprecedented in the province of Málaga.…
Thousands of years ago, Jewish sages gazed at the stars, trying to understand what they meant for a person's fate. Today, we do the same, but with slightly different methods. Astrology in Jewish tradition is not just horoscopes for entertainment; it is a living history that has spanned centuries and still fascinates us. We want to tell you how it made its way from sacred texts to the present day, preserving its magic and finding a place in modern Israel.Beginning of the Path: Stars in the Torah and TalmudIt all started with ancient texts. In the Torah, in the…
The City University of New York (CUNY)'s Professional Staff Congress reversed their January 23 resolution calling for divestment from Israeli companies and the Israeli government in response to the war against Hamas in Gaza in a vote two weeks ago.Professional Staff Congress (PSC) voted 113-62 to reverse the resolution, which had originally passed 73-70 in January.CUNY authorities denounced BDS activity and condemned the PSC's resolution in a statement published on February 3. Pro-Palestinian activists affiliated with CUNY referred to the PSC's reversal as "ignoring the will of the rank & file & student body" and added that the PSC…
Ex-central banker Mark Carney was formally sworn in as prime minister of Canada on Friday.In the presence of Governor General Mary Simon, the personal representative of King Charles, who is Canada's head of state, Carney took the oath of office. He reshaped his cabinet with a view to dealing with Washington, and cut several ministerial positions that he inherited from his predecessor, Justin Trudeau. Source link
Tucked away in the southwest of Jerusalem, Givat Massuah is an elegant and peaceful neighborhood.Its modern homes and well-maintained streets blend into the natural contours of the Lavan Ridge, while nearby Ein Lavan Spring and the surrounding greenery create a picturesque retreat from the city’s bustle. But beneath the surface, Givat Massuah is a dynamic community – and layered with controversy.Like many places in Israel, Givat Massuah’s name is more than just a geographical label. It translates to “Beacon Hill,” a nod to the ancient fire signals believed to have been lit there to transmit messages across Judea. Its…
With 537 lawyers, Meitar law firm has regained top spot in Dun & Bradstreet's rankings of Israel's biggest law firms.Last year Meitar was ousted from first place by Golfarb Gross Seligman, which this year has slipped to third place with 490 lawyers. Two years ago Goldfarb was involved in the biggest ever law firm merger in Israel, which lifted it to top place.Herzog Fox Neeman was in second place this year with 512 lawyers, up from third place last year. Meitar added 68 lawyers to its ranks during 2024 and Herzog added 53, while the number of lawyers at…
In a review published on Sunday, Bank Hapoalim highlighted several key political decisions that Israel will face in the coming weeks. This includes whether the government will advance to the second phase of the ceasefire agreement with Hamas, the Knesset’s deadline to approve the government budget by the end of the month, and ongoing efforts to remove the attorney-general from the government.Analysts note that Israeli markets, which have already endured significant challenges over the past year, are now increasingly affected by global economic developments. US President Donald Trump remains a dominant newsmaker, while even Germany has broken from its…
Bazan Group, Israel’s largest refining and petrochemical company, has released its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2024. The company reported an adjusted annual EBITDA of $396 million and a net profit of $113 million.In the fourth quarter alone, Bazan recorded an adjusted EBITDA of $106 million and a net profit of $18 million. In accordance with its updated dividend policy, the board of directors approved a $50 million dividend distribution, bringing total dividends for the year to $85 million—75% of the company’s net profit.CEO Assaf Almagor. (Credit: SAGI MORAN)Moshe Kaplinsky, Chairman of Bazan Group,…