October 7 will be remembered not as a day of battle but as a day of barbarity. Hamas crossed the border with one goal — to maximize civilian suffering. Families were slaughtered in their homes, women raped before being killed, children executed in front of their parents, and hundreds taken as hostages into Gaza’s tunnels. This was not a war, it was a pogrom — an act of terror … [Read more...] about October 7 and After: Atrocity and the Echo in Lisbon
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Sailing Out, Not Standing Still: Mano Cruises and the Persistence of Movement
From above the port of Haifa, the scene tells its own quiet story. A Mano Cruises ship, painted in bold swirls of blue, isn’t docked or waiting—it’s already edging out of the harbor, prow pointed toward the open Mediterranean. The cranes and warehouses on shore stay fixed, rooted in the daily grind of logistics and industry, but the ship itself is motion, a deliberate act of … [Read more...] about Sailing Out, Not Standing Still: Mano Cruises and the Persistence of Movement
A Camera, a Festival, and the Stubborn Persistence of Stories — Haifa, October 2025
Most people will look at this giant billboard and think: film glamour, red carpets, celebrities, culture. And sure, all of that is true—the Haifa International Film Festival is Israel’s longest-running film event, now in its 41st year, pulling in audiences from around the world. But if you step back and tilt your head a bit, there’s another story hiding in plain … [Read more...] about A Camera, a Festival, and the Stubborn Persistence of Stories — Haifa, October 2025
Bring Them Home: Two Years On
The photo captures a solemn moment above Haifa’s bay, where a group of people sit quietly, gazing out across the city and the Mediterranean. In the foreground, a large yellow heart frames the scene, with the words in Hebrew and English calling out: Bring Them Home Now. It’s more than just a sculpture; it’s a statement carved into public space, a reminder that behind the calm … [Read more...] about Bring Them Home: Two Years On
Evangelical Leaders Urge Trump to Reaffirm Israel’s Sovereignty over Judea and Samaria
Ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s fourth White House visit since President Donald Trump returned to office earlier this year, a coalition of more than 200 evangelical pastors and leaders has appealed to the President with an unmistakably strong message. The letter, organized by the Family Research Council, frames Judea and Samaria not simply as disputed … [Read more...] about Evangelical Leaders Urge Trump to Reaffirm Israel’s Sovereignty over Judea and Samaria
Check Point and Wiz Roll Out Unified Cloud Security Solution Globally
Check Point Software Technologies’ expanded partnership with Wiz marks a decisive move in the cloud security space. By fully rolling out the integration of Check Point’s prevention-first CloudGuard network security with Wiz’s Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP), the two companies are positioning themselves at the heart of enterprise cloud defense. What makes … [Read more...] about Check Point and Wiz Roll Out Unified Cloud Security Solution Globally
Qatar in Gaza: The Fox Guarding the Henhouse
Qatar’s attempt to position itself as the dominant force in the reconstruction and administration of the Gaza Strip is nothing short of hypocrisy cloaked in humanitarian rhetoric. For years, Doha has funneled money, resources, and political capital into Hamas, nurturing the very machinery of terror that plunged Gaza into ruins. Now, in the aftermath of war, it seeks to appear … [Read more...] about Qatar in Gaza: The Fox Guarding the Henhouse
Ryanair Threats Fall Flat as Wizz Air Expands in Israel
Ryanair’s attempt to strong-arm the Israel Airports Authority (IAA) over slot allocations at Ben Gurion Airport has backfired. After CEO Eddie Wilson demanded the reinstatement of “historic” slots or threatened to cancel all Israel flights, the IAA firmly rejected the ultimatum, stressing that Ryanair is treated under the same international 80/20 rules as every other … [Read more...] about Ryanair Threats Fall Flat as Wizz Air Expands in Israel
Gustavo Petro Exposed: Colombia’s President Wages a Dangerous Campaign Against Israel
Colombian president Gustavo Petro has emerged as one of the most hostile voices against Israel on the global stage, turning his presidency into a megaphone for anti-Israeli extremism. His latest provocation, delivered on the streets of New York during the UN General Assembly, saw him openly call for American soldiers to disobey orders. While the U.S. condemned this as reckless … [Read more...] about Gustavo Petro Exposed: Colombia’s President Wages a Dangerous Campaign Against Israel
Microsoft vs. Israel’s Unit 8200: Trump Steps In
Microsoft’s decision to cut off cloud-based storage and AI subscriptions to Israel’s famed Unit 8200 has created shockwaves across both the technology and national security communities. The move followed reports that the elite Israeli intelligence division had developed systems to track Palestinians’ phone calls. In response, President Donald Trump forcefully sided with Israel, … [Read more...] about Microsoft vs. Israel’s Unit 8200: Trump Steps In
Cognyte Showcases AI-Driven Investigative Analytics at IACP 2025, October 18-21, Denver, Colorado
Cognyte Software Ltd. (NASDAQ: CGNT), a global leader in investigative analytics headquartered in Israel, will unveil its latest suite of solutions at the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Conference and Exposition, taking place October 18–21, 2025, at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. At booth #3423, law enforcement professionals will be able to … [Read more...] about Cognyte Showcases AI-Driven Investigative Analytics at IACP 2025, October 18-21, Denver, Colorado
Microsoft’s Suspension of Services to Unit 8200: Risks, Openings, and the Geopolitical Shadow
Microsoft’s decision to suspend certain cloud and AI services for Israel’s elite Unit 8200 has set off a chain reaction far beyond the immediate disruption of workflows. The move, framed as a response to allegations that Azure resources were being used for surveillance of Palestinians, establishes a precedent where corporate policy and global activism intersect directly with … [Read more...] about Microsoft’s Suspension of Services to Unit 8200: Risks, Openings, and the Geopolitical Shadow
A Swarm of the Sea: Jellyfish Blanket Israel’s Coastline from Ashkelon to Haifa
A peculiar shimmer now lines the golden shores of Israel’s Mediterranean coast, not from seashells or tide-polished stones, but from the gelatinous domes of thousands of jellyfish that have washed ashore in unprecedented numbers. Stretching from the southern port city of Ashkelon all the way north to the bustling metropolis of Haifa, the coastline is witnessing what marine … [Read more...] about A Swarm of the Sea: Jellyfish Blanket Israel’s Coastline from Ashkelon to Haifa
Haifa’s Real Estate: A Bubble on the Brink
Haifa’s housing market, once considered a more balanced and livable alternative to Tel Aviv’s runaway property scene, is now showing all the symptoms of a real estate bubble poised to rupture. The city's proud blend of coastal elegance, academic institutions, and cultural diversity has in recent years masked an emerging crisis—one driven by speculative construction, a deepening … [Read more...] about Haifa’s Real Estate: A Bubble on the Brink
The Proliferation of Ring-Necked Parakeets in Israel: A Complex Ecological Challenge
The ring-necked parakeet (Psittacula krameri), known also as the rose-ringed parakeet, is a vividly colored bird originally native to regions of Africa and the Indian subcontinent. Characterized by its bright green feathers, elongated tail, prominent red beak, and distinctive black and rose-colored ring around the neck in males, the species has long been popular as an exotic … [Read more...] about The Proliferation of Ring-Necked Parakeets in Israel: A Complex Ecological Challenge
Voyantis Redefines Growth Strategy with $41M Funding Round Led by Intel Capital
Voyantis, the AI-driven growth platform transforming customer acquisition and lifecycle optimization, has successfully raised $41M in its latest funding round—bringing total investments to $60M—and is set to fuel an even more aggressive global expansion. The funding, spearheaded by Intel Capital and bolstered by participation from Square Peg, Target Global, Jibe, Redseed, … [Read more...] about Voyantis Redefines Growth Strategy with $41M Funding Round Led by Intel Capital
A pogrom in the streets of Amsterdam
A pogrom in the streets of #Amsterdam. We have become the Gaza of Europe. Muslims with Palestinian flags hunting down Jews. I will NOT accept that. NEVER. The authorities will be held accountable for their failure to protect the Israeli citizens.Never again.— Geert Wilders (@geertwilderspvv) November 8, 2024 … [Read more...] about A pogrom in the streets of Amsterdam
WITH ANTISEMITISM AT AN ALL-TIME HIGH, JUST AHEAD OF KRISTALLNACHT, IMMERSIVE XR EXPERIENCE LAUNCHES, GIVING VIEWERS UNPRECEDENTED LOOK INSIDE A PIVOTAL MOMENT IN THE HOLOCAUST
The Claims Conference With Partners, USC Shoah Foundation, Meta, Makemepulse And UNESCO Release A cutting edge Mixed-Reality Experience Detailing The Fear-Provoking Time During And After Kristallnacht – The Night Of Broken Glass. NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2024 - Today, just ahead of the 86th anniversary of Kristallnacht, the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany … [Read more...] about WITH ANTISEMITISM AT AN ALL-TIME HIGH, JUST AHEAD OF KRISTALLNACHT, IMMERSIVE XR EXPERIENCE LAUNCHES, GIVING VIEWERS UNPRECEDENTED LOOK INSIDE A PIVOTAL MOMENT IN THE HOLOCAUST
UN chief Antonio Guterres just now mourned a mass murderer who oversaw the kidnapping of Hersh Goldberg-Polin
SICK: UN chief Antonio Guterres just now mourned “one of our UNRWA collagues” — hours after we all knew that this staffer was a mass murderer who oversaw the kidnapping of Hersh Goldberg-Polin. And four months after the UN was officially notified this employee was a terrorist. https://t.co/9Rpw6wThfC pic.twitter.com/ysvk5j4G8D— Hillel Neuer (@HillelNeuer) October 24, 2024 … [Read more...] about UN chief Antonio Guterres just now mourned a mass murderer who oversaw the kidnapping of Hersh Goldberg-Polin
Good Morning from Haifa!
Live update: 5 rockets fired at Haifa area, IDF says; some intercepted, others hit open ground; no injuries https://t.co/atWTUIcbOB— ToI ALERTS (@TOIAlerts) October 25, 2024 … [Read more...] about Good Morning from Haifa!