One DNA Letter Can Flip Sex in Mice, Israeli and French Scientists Say
Israeli and French scientists from Bar-Ilan, Weizmann, and Montpellier found a single DNA letter can flip sex in mice, published in Nature Communications.
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Two Bodies Recovered After Iranian Missile Strikes Haifa Building
Israeli rescue services recovered two bodies from a residential building in Haifa on Monday after an Iranian missile strike. Search for two others continues.
Imports of Private Vehicles Down 8.8%
Private vehicle imports in Israel decreased by 8.8% in May 2026 to 22,155 units, reports the Israel Tax Authority.
U.S. Marines Tap Israels Smart Shooter System to Boost Accuracy Against Drone Threats
The U.S. Marine Corps has awarded Israel's Smart Shooter a $3.4 million contract to equip Marines with advanced AI rifle sights for drone defense.
Israeli Firm Stark Power Acquires U.S. Data Center Developer in 5.6-GW Deal
Israeli firm Stark Power has acquired U.S. data center developer Sagebrush Infrastructure Partners for 5.6 GW of hyperscale projects, enhancing AI and cloud.
Three Ultra-Orthodox Arrested for Storming of Police Station During Riot
Jerusalem police arrested three Ultra-Orthodox men in Beit Shemesh for a violent riot and break-in at a police station compound following an arrest.
Two Billion Cubic Meters a Year of Desalinated Water by 2050
Israel's government approved plans for private entities to build desalination plants, targeting 2 billion cubic meters of water annually by 2050.
300 Million Allocated for Construction of New Housing in Priority Areas
The Israeli government has approved 300 million shekels for housing development in national priority areas, expected to promote 8,000 new units.
Security Restrictions Imposed Due to Iranian Attack to Be Lifted Tuesday Morning
Israel's Home Front Command will lift security restrictions Tuesday morning, imposed due to Iranian attacks, excluding northern areas under Hezbollah threat.
Government Makes Preparations for Operating Public Housing During Current Emergency
Israel's Ministry of Construction and Housing is implementing emergency protocols for public housing and senior care to ensure service continuity.
Rare Whale Encounter Off Israeli Coast Cut Short by Missile Threat
Israeli researchers from the Deep Sea Whale Project cut short a rare humpback whale encounter off Ashdod due to Iran's recent missile attacks.
Knesset Expands Benefits for Lone National Service Volunteers
The Knesset Labor and Welfare Committee approved new regulations expanding benefits for lone National Service volunteers in Israel.
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