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Christopher Kolenda releases Zero-Sum Victory as an audiobook
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Christopher D. Kolenda’s award-winning war strategy book is now available in audio, with narration by Bill Nevitt and publication by University Press Audiobooks.
James Berry argues first-century Israel was the biblical beast
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Pastor James Berry has released the fourth book in his Daniel and Revelation series, arguing the beast in biblical prophecy was first-century Israel, not Rome, a future Antichrist, or a single ruler.
PlacidWay, Turan Turan expand robotic orthopedic access in Turkey
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PlacidWay Medical Tourism and Turan Turan Health Group have expanded their collaboration to connect international patients with advanced robotic orthopedic and spine surgery in Bursa, Turkey.
Turkey housing market leans on local demand as foreign buying falls
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Passportivity says Türkiye’s housing market is entering 2026 with stronger domestic demand, higher borrowing costs and weaker foreign purchases shaping returns.
Reservoir network helps Israel during desalination crisis
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A microalgae bloom shut down five of Israel’s six desalination plants and exposed how much the country still depends on backup water systems.
Turkey blocks international eSIM providers, disrupting travelers
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Turkey has blocked access to major international eSIM providers, forcing tourists and business travelers to find new ways to stay connected.
Turkey eSIM restrictions force travelers to plan ahead in 2026
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Turkey’s access restrictions on some international eSIM providers are still affecting visitors in 2026, making pre-arrival setup and backup connectivity essential.
Why eSIM Prime Still Works in Turkey
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Turkey’s telecom regulator has blocked access to many international eSIM storefronts since July 2025, creating a new hurdle for travelers trying to get online on arrival. eSIM Prime is positioning itself as a workaround by keeping Turkey service…
Christian Briggs says tariffs, sanctions are leverage in U.S. talks with Canada, China and Iran
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Economist Christian Briggs told NTD News that Washington is using tariffs, sanctions and market access as negotiating tools, not just punishment, in disputes involving Canada, China and Iran. He said the outcome could shape trade, energy flows and…
Israel becomes a live testbed for the AI revolution
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Dr. Adi Hod argues that Israel’s security, innovation and rapid adaptation give it a strategic edge in the AI era. He says the real advantage will go to countries and companies that can shorten the loop from information to decision to action to…
Israel’s AI edge may be speed, not size
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Dr. Adiv Hod argues that Israel’s wartime tech experience is turning the country into a live testbed for artificial intelligence, where faster adaptation matters more than raw scale.
Israel extends partner visa validity to two years
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Israel’s Population and Immigration Authority has updated partner-visa procedures to allow certain B1 and A5 visas to be issued for up to two years, a move that could reduce renewals and paperwork for international couples.
Michigan Turkey Producers goes live with Royal 4 WISE WMS
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Michigan Turkey Producers has started live operations with Royal 4 Systems’ WISE warehouse management system at its Hall Street facility in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Marc Schulman traces Israel’s path from Oslo to Oct. 7 in new book
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Historian and journalist Marc Schulman will publish Between Hope & Fear on Sept. 1, 2026, a book that examines how Israel moved from the optimism of the Oslo era to the Hamas attack of Oct. 7, 2023. The book links three decades of war, diplomacy,…
Ray Vinson’s Iran Strikes Back taps Iran-US tensions for political thriller
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L. Ray Vinson’s novel Iran Strikes Back is out now in paperback and e-book on Amazon, using Iran-U.S.-Israel conflict, cyber warfare and nuclear risk as the backdrop for a high-stakes fictional crisis.
Robert Dresner releases contemporary novel SH'MA: Listen
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Robert Dresner has released SH’MA: Listen, a contemporary novel centered on a fictional Middle East crisis that pushes Israel, its neighbors and a nuclear threat toward the brink.
Commugen expands native AI GRC agents as 2027 cyber compliance looms
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Commugen says enterprises are moving away from spreadsheet-driven compliance as EU AI Act, NIS2 and DORA requirements intensify through 2027. The London-based Cyber GRC provider is pushing native AI agents, no-code workflows and continuous…
Eran Zimrin joins Jerusalem Post’s 50 Most Influential Jews of 2026
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Eran Zimrin, president of ELI – Israel Association for Child Protection, has been named to The Jerusalem Post’s 50 Most Influential Jews of 2026. The recognition spotlights ELI’s expanded child protection work in Israel, including school programs,…
Israel launches NIS 1 billion fast-track funding for startups hit by shekel gains
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The Israel Innovation Authority has opened a NIS 1 billion fast-track program to help startups and early-stage growth companies that have lost runway as the shekel strengthened against the dollar.
gokarvan launches Turkey airport transfer booking platform
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gokarvan.com has launched a point-to-point transfer platform for airport and city rides across Turkey, pairing travelers and travel agencies with fixed-price bookings from more than 40 licensed operators.
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