Haifa

A 4-room apartment in Haifa's Kiryat Eliezer sold for 1.25 million NIS as demand surges for fortified homes. Recent nationwide real estate data reveals varied transaction trends across Holon, Ashdod, Afula, and Dimona.

Former Maccabi Haifa striker Dino Ndlovu lost nearly six million rand in a failed international business deal after Dubai-connected associates allegedly vanished with his funds.

A benzene standard exceedance was recorded in Kiryat Benjamin due to maintenance at Gadiv, prompting immediate shutdown and calls for plant closure.

Anthropologist Dr. Tamar Kane-Salit explores how life coaching in Israel reflects local cultural traits, revealing how Israeli directness redefines empathy.

An 11-dunam urban space in Haifa along Khuri Street is transforming into Haifa Salon, a temporary community and cultural hub created by Reality Group and HaMigdalor.

Twenty-eight IDF veterans with post-trauma have begun studying social sciences at Gordon Academic College in a special program held at a Haifa sailing club.

Israeli police foiled an assassination attempt and arrested an armed hit squad from the Hariri crime syndicate in northern Israel, seizing masked suspects with silenced M16 rifles.

New Tadiran data for summer 2026 reveals shifting Israeli air conditioning habits, a surge in smart app usage, and domestic thermostat battles.

Seven months after Operation Roaring Lion, displaced Israeli citizens speak out about living in limbo, bureaucratic struggles, and housing shortages, while officials clash over new Iranian threats.

Channel 14 threatens legal action against the Hadash-Ta'al alliance over denied access to public events, while alliance leader Prof. Yousef Jabareen firmly rejected the demands.

Naftali Bennett stated in Haifa that The Democrats leader Yair Golan could join his future government as energy or national security minister, provided he compromises on key policies.

Haifa Municipality summoned Bazan Group management to a hearing following a severe benzene leak that closed Kiryat Ata schools, threatening to revoke business licenses.

The Haifa District Court sentenced Muhammad Abu Abid to life imprisonment and ordered him to pay maximum compensation for the brutal 2022 murder of Rafeh Harsheh, whom he set on fire while sleeping.

Former Israeli footballer Ali Khatib was arrested over threats and privacy violations. A Haifa court ordered his release to house arrest but granted an unusual permission to play a match.

A Haifa labor court dismissed a 90-year-old ex-worker's 465,000 NIS lawsuit against a produce company, awarding him only 9,000 NIS after finding his work-hour claims unreliable.

The Population and Immigration Authority appealed to Israel's Supreme Court to deport the caregiver of 97-year-old Israel Prize laureate Prof. Avishag Nevo, sparking outrage from his family.

The Central Election Committee warned media and parties about poll restrictions ahead of the 26th Knesset vote. Concurrently, a study cautioned against relying on volatile prediction markets.

Government offices have returned to Haifa's Sail Tower after a year-long evacuation caused by an Iranian missile blast, alongside a 100 million NIS upgrade and a 16-year lease extension.

The Supreme Court upheld a 14-year prison sentence for contractor Nissim Suah, convicted of killing a police volunteer and injuring an officer in a 2021 car ramming.

A 28-year-old man from northern Israel is struggling with severe trauma after a violent police stop. Despite video evidence, the internal investigations department closed the case, drawing sharp criticism from the Public Defender's Office.

Haifa District Court convicted Mazid Hamdan of bribing former presidential advisor Zeev Dolinsky. Hamdan received a plea deal for six and a half months of community service.

Steel Partners issues an 11-day ultimatum to InMode over its $16.75 per share buyout offer, citing stalled negotiations, lack of data room access, and escalating legal disputes between the activist fund and the medical aesthetics company's board.

With the first winter rains in Israel, road safety data for 2025 highlights Haifa, Tel Aviv, and Jerusalem as top urban areas for wet-road accidents, prompting safety warnings.

A Haifa court ruled in favor of an urban renewal developer in Kiryat Yam, ordering an objector to cease disrupting a 130-unit project despite collapse risks, subject to a 200,000 NIS bond.

An Israeli clinical psychologist received a two-year license suspension for entering a romantic relationship with a patient, marking a notable legal precedent regarding professional boundaries and therapeutic ethics.

The IDF announced a large-scale military exercise in the Haifa area starting Monday, featuring heavy security movement and explosions, amid ongoing northern tensions.

The Ministry of Environmental Protection approved the resumption of maintenance at Haifa's Gadiv plant after a benzene spike led to a temporary shutdown and school evacuations.

A new branch of the Wingate Institute School for Coaches opens at Sammy Ofer Stadium in Haifa, offering professional sports training and education for residents of northern Israel.

A 10-year-old Aramean Christian girl from Haifa faced severe racist abuse and was called a terrorist in a WhatsApp group. Her father serves in the security forces, and she is an honor student who dreams of enlisting in the IDF.

A Haifa court ordered seven charity officials to repay 1.85 million shekels after cancer-treatment donations for children were illegally diverted and misused.

The Meteorological Service reports that Israel's expected heavy winter rains driven by El Niño are delayed but anticipated for November, with pleasant weather forecast for election day.

Heavy Load, starring Ethan Hawke and Russell Crowe, transitions from an atmospheric 1930s indie drama into a thrilling survival adventure about gold smuggling in Oregon.

Open-water swimmers successfully completed a 12-kilometer crossing of the Sea of Galilee from Ein Gev to Ginosar, defying recent amoeba concerns and boosting local tourism.

The INS Tekuma submarine undergoes a massive overhaul in Haifa after years of classified wartime operations, highlighting the secretive role of Israel's underwater fleet.

Israeli comedian and actor Tal Friedman is mourning the passing of his mother, Prof. Michal Friedman, with the funeral scheduled in Haifa. Colleagues and fans are sending condolences.

AutoDepot launched its largest concept store in Haifa with a 5 million shekel investment. The store combines automotive retail, workshop services, and a new drift racing team partnership.

The legendary Israeli musical "The Jungle Book", directed by Hanoch Rosen, celebrates its 30th anniversary with its original cast returning for a special revival tour.

Haifa Mayor Yona Yahav slammed severe benzene pollution near local refineries that forced school closures, renewing calls to shut down the plants by 2029.

With 160 soldiers killed in operational accidents since October 2023, military leadership faces mounting scrutiny over safety protocols, fatigue, and operational discipline across active fronts.

Discover the latest culinary openings across Israel, featuring Chef Moshik Roth's new street food spot Frankco in Tel Aviv, fresh bakeries, and vibrant eateries from Haifa to Ashdod.

Tel Shikmona National Park in Haifa has reopened after a two-year renovation costing 3 million shekels. The historic site offers accessible trails, ancient ruins, and free admission.

Three years after her daughter Daniela was murdered at the Nova festival, Olga Furman reflects on the agonizing search, her enduring grief, and the establishment of a seaside memorial in Haifa.

Two years after the passing of iconic Israeli actor Yaakov Cohen, a Haifa soup kitchen is being dedicated to his memory, highlighting a lifetime of quiet philanthropy, humility, and devotion to the stage.

Captain Eliav Chaim Tsaplemus, 21, a combat officer from Haifa, was killed in an operational accident in southern Lebanon. Three soldiers were lightly injured.

A Haifa Family Court ruled that an injured Israeli man does not have to share his multi-million shekel insurance payout with his ex-partner, distinguishing between funds received during and after their separation.

Haifa will host its first international full marathon on November 20, 2026, offering a scenic 42.2 km course between the Mediterranean Sea and Mount Carmel with over 10,000 expected runners.

Israel Railways announced temporary service suspensions and station closures in Haifa and northern regions on upcoming Fridays, offering free shuttle services.

The Haifa District Court rejected an appeal over a disputed duplex, ruling that while the transfer deed date was wrong, the signature was authentic.

Shlomo Sharf, who lost his granddaughter in the October 7 massacre, sharply criticized state authorities during a memorial ceremony in Haifa, demanding accountability.

A budget-friendly 25-shekel shawarma pita at Shawarma BaKikar in Haifa proves that delicious, high-quality turkey thigh shawarma is still possible amid soaring prices across Israel.