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Israeli shipping giant ZIM to be sold for $4.2 billion to German, Israeli capitals - Calcalist

The move, which was approved by the ZIM board of directors, came after both the ZIM’s workers’ committee and senior Israeli politicians expressed opposition to the acquisition.

Cars drive behind a truck transporting a Zim container just outside Israel's port of Ashdod February 23, 2012
United Hatzalah emergency responders look on in the aftermath of a vehicle explosion in Kiryat Yam, near Haifa, February 4, 2026.

Four Arab-Israelis killed in one night amid rampant Arab sector crime

Night view of skyscrapers in the skyline of Tel Aviv, on July 6, 2025

Kfar Saba dominates among Israeli cities in quality of life rankings - study

An aerial view of the Kinneret. To the casual observer, the lake, also known as the Sea of Galilee, appears to be a rare environmental success story in an era of climate uncertainty.

Kinneret remains below red line despite above average rainfall this winter


Five Israelis, including mother and two daughters, killed in barrage on North

At least 28 were wounded in a Saturday night barrage of Iranian ballistic missiles on towns and cities in Israel's North.

 Fire and rescue teams operate at the scene of a impacted building in northern Israel on June 15, 2025.

Syrian girl receives life-saving treatment at Rambam Hospital in Haifa

The evacuation and treatment of Syrians at Israeli hospitals have been a part of ongoing humanitarian initiatives, with full approval from military censors to ensure safety and well-being.

 Israeli soldiers and medical staff at the underground hospital at the Rambam Health Care Campus in Haifa, on September 22, 2024

Haifa Airport gets a duty-free shop: A new era for the historic terminal

Layam won the tender to open a 200m² duty-free store at Haifa Airport. The shop will open soon, marking the airport’s full return to international operations.

 Haifa Airport

Duty Free to open at Haifa Airport. Here’s what awaits you there

A duty-free store will open at Haifa International Airport and will cover an area of approximately 200 square meters. The store will offer travelers perfumes, alcoholic beverages, and more.

 The duty-free store at Haifa International Airport

Air Haifa begins regular flights from Haifa to Rhodes twice a week

Air Haifa expands its pilot team to support growth, recruiting certified, experienced pilots from France, Finland, Greece, and the Czech Republic through ongoing hiring and training efforts.

 Air Haifa begins regular flights from Haifa to Rhodes twice a week.

Air Haifa expands international network with direct flights to Rhodes

Their new route will operate twice weekly, adding to their pre-existing international and domestic routes.

 Air Haifa expands international network with direct flights to Rhodes

Quest Room – Israel’s largest escape room complex awaits you in the heart of Haifa

Over the past decade, escape rooms became top attractions in Israel. These fun, challenging adventures offer teamwork, puzzles, and adrenaline – perfect for families, friends, and groups.

 Quest Room – Israel’s largest escape room complex awaits you in the heart of Haifa

Another aircraft and more flights: The northern airline expands operations

Air Haifa signed a deal to buy another ATR 72-600, after a fourth joins this summer. The expansion will boost flight frequencies and add new destinations from Haifa Airport.

Air Haifa aircraft

Haifa Cop indicted for choking protester in anti-gov't demonstration in Caesarea

While judges ruled that police have a difficult job "does not excuse blurring the boundaries of use of force."

 Protests against the judicial reform at Kaplan Street in Tel Aviv, May 27, 2023.

The struggle paid off: One of the oldest projects in the north is finally moving forward

After years of neglect, Yossfatel St. residents in Motzkin see hope: the District Committee approved Yam Suf Group’s plan. “One of the oldest complexes I’ve handled,” says Tzachi Omer.