On the biggest stage in the world’s premier basketball league, the Portland Trail Blazers forward is set to make history. Avdija will become the first Israeli ever selected to the NBA All-Star Game, taking the court during the league’s showcase weekend alongside LeBron James, Stephen Curry and other stars.

Today’s olim can help boost Israel’s economy, filling crucial gaps in the workforce and contributing to Israel’s culture of entrepreneurship and innovation. Finding a field where they can grow and thrive is important, often requiring immigrants to ask "Where am I needed now?" instead of focusing only on "What jobs here match my past?"

Artificial intelligence is challenging known models and shaking up the software market but behind the turmoil lies a real opportunity for companies with expertise data and a willingness to adapt to the new reality 

Western officials stress that despite the damage sustained during the war, key components of Iran’s missile program remain operational. Countries in the region fear that a military strike would trigger escalation and widespread instability.

The reopening is taking place under restrictions that did not exist before the war, operating without the transfer of goods and subject to additional security oversight under Israeli supervision. It is a concession that is far from ideal, but the lesser evil under current circumstances