2026

Where do you fly for the food? Michelin maps the flavors of 2026

The Michelin Guide reveals its top gastronomic destinations for 2026: Italy leads with three regions, the Philippines near a global breakthrough, and Route 66 marks 100 years with a culinary revival.

|ByMEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
Rimini, Italy.
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AI shopping agents and the end of the cash register era: What payments will look like in 2026

Visa’s report predicts that by 2026 AI identity attacks will grow, “programmable money” use will rise, and cash will still remain in circulation.

|ByARIEL FEIGLIN/MAARIV
Thailand.

The destination that keeps breaking records – And the world's attention returns

32.9 million visitors, revenue of 1.53 trillion baht, airline congestion, and a hotel boom – Thailand reestablishes its position as one of the hottest destinations in the world.

|ByMEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
Benny Gantz (Blue and White) at the Knesset in Jerusalem. December 22, 2025.

Gantz willing to make agreement with Netanyahu as 2026 elections approach - analysis

In an interview earlier, Gantz said he does not rule out sitting with Netanyahu in a unity government. “It’s time to abandon the ‘anybody but Bibi’ idea and shift to ‘anybody but extremists."

|ByHERB KEINON

Uber expands transportation options with helicopter and seaplane rides by 2026

After buying Blade’s passenger ops for $125M, Joby plans New York as its test case, with flights moving to quieter, zero-emission eVTOLs once FAA certification is granted.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Blade helicopter, soon on Uber?

Reform approved: All building types must use inspection institutes starting January 2026

The National Council completed the reform’s final phase: all new buildings require certified inspection, except special cases. Ariela Yariv Gotenberg calls it a key milestone in licensing.

AUGUST 10, 2025ByOFER PETERSBURG/WALLA!
Construction Site Manager.