 About 9 million residents in IsraelJewish population numbers about 6.744 million (74.2% of total population); Arab population - about 1.907 million (21%). Younger workers report biggest gains in happiness with payUS employees are more satisfied with their jobs than they've been in two decades, WSJ report says. Israel's richest - and poorest neighborhoodsFour of the seven richest neighborhoods in the state of Israel are located in Tel Aviv. The Creator's love for His People isn't statisticalWhen you need G-d's help but feel the situation somehow precludes the possibility, remember the story of the old grandmother. Commentary Ahead of new year, immigration on the riseJewish Agency figures reveal 5% rise in 'Aliyah' during 2018, including 45% increase from Russia. Most common cause of death in Israel is cancerCentral Bureau of Statistics report reveals most common causes of death in Israel. 16 killed in accidents in SeptemberNumber of accidents with casualties decreases by 1.2% from August 2017 to September 2018. Israel's senior citizens are happy with their livesPercentage of senior citizens rises, statistics show most senior are happy with their lives. How many Jews are there in the world?Statistics show slight rise in number of Jews in Israel and around the world. The ten most common namesIn preparation for Rosh Hashanah 5779, Population and Immigration Authority summarizes past year's data. Israeli study: Surfing the net delays marriageNew study of Israeli singles shows that those who surf the net tend to believe people should marry later. Number of travelers arriving in Israel jumps 60% in October3.3 million tourists arrive in Israel over period of 3 months, number of total visitors arriving in October rises to 464,000. Seniors are most likely to commit suicide, Health Ministry findsDivorced fathers, Ethiopian immigrants, are also at heightened risk. And why are Jews more likely to commit suicide than Arabs? New study shows Jewish spouses matterChildren of intermarriage less likely to identify as Jews, engage in Jewish activities; only 15% of non-Orthodox US Jews have Jewish spouse. February 2017 tourism 'best ever'Tourism in January, February 25% higher than corresponding months in 2016. Report: 10% of Israeli children go to bed hungryNumber of reported abuse cases involving children jumps from 14,513 in 2006 to 17,677 in 2015. Report: 372 killed in road accidents in 2016Number of road accident victims tops number of terror victims, rises from 356 in 2015. Wall Street Journal misquotes Israeli, corrects its mistake'What's driving Israeli and Palestinian activists to ditch the two-state solution is the rapidly-growing number of Jews in the West Bank...' Israeli Ethiopians are doing better than everGovernment sees 39% drop in number of Ethiopians relying on welfare income supplements. Israeli students top OECD listMore Israeli students study social, environmental sciences than those in any other OECD country. Jerusalem now home to 10% of IsraelisThe largest city in Israel, 870,000 residents recorded in Jerusalem as of 2015 Jerusalem Day statistics reveal. Study: Just 25% of Israelis feel 'secure'33% of Israelis would continue going to work in the event of a missile attack - but just 9% would send their kids to school. Poll: Most Israelis against unity governmentTwo separate studies show huge opposition to Likud-Zionist Union coalition; support for Jewish Home, Yesh Atid at 2013 levels. Ethiopian soldiers more likely to commit suicideStatistics also reveal that soldiers with previous psychiatric diagnoses are less likely to commit suicide. 45,000 Shoah survivors live in poverty in IsraelGrim statistics also reveal 50% suffer from bad health, loneliness. Former MK: Government must make a master plan. Report: Israelis working hard, making less40% of employees making half the national average wage, report reveals in honor of May Day. Israelis support separate wards for Arabs, Jews69% of the Israeli public would prefer to keep Arab and Jews separate in maternity wards, study finds. Report: 1/3 of Iraqis believe US supports ISISShocking State Department study reveals rampant anti-US sentiment in Iraq, belief the US 'created' ISIS to plunder oil. Iran helps spike rate of worldwide executionsExecutions up 31% in Iran in 2015, including four minors; worldwide death penalty rate at 25-year high. Study: Nearly half of Israeli Arabs depressedPhysical, mental health poorer in Israeli Arab sector, in study released amidst debate on segregation in hospitals. Security forces: Arab terror could last 'months'Officials release figures from last 100 days of terror, showing over a third of the attacks have taken place within 'Green Lines.' Study: Israel's teen drivers dangerously unsafeNearly half of Israeli teens do not always wear seat belts; one in three speed while talking on cell phones. 2.4 million Israelis struggling to surviveAnnual alternative poverty report points to an even more dire situation for Israel's poor - 31.9% of the population. 22 dead, 252 injured in 3 months of terrorNo fewer than 169 terror attacks launched against Israelis in 120 days, MDA reveals; public asked to donate blood to meet demand. IDF dropout rates soarOne in six men and one in twelve women do not finish their mandatory service; 'emotional distress' a primary factor. Israelis unaware of prevalence of sexual abuse57% of Israeli parents believe sexual offenders are random strangers, and under 25% of parents speak to their children about the issue. Report: Better-educated Israelis earn better moneyBetter-educated Israelis are doing better than their peers in other developed countries, an OECD report says. More Israeli academics seeking jobs abroad - pollIsraelis seeking relief from high prices and political tension are increasingly looking to work abroad, a poll shows. Expert: Kerry ignores demographicsFormer Amb. and demographer Yoram Ettinger notes Jewish presence in Israel is stronger than ever - making a 'one-state' solution possible. Teenage presence in Israeli prison system up 120%While most of the teens are Palestinian Arabs who launched attacks on Jews, some are youth deemed 'right-wing extremists.' 65% of Israeli teachers satisfied with their jobsStudy provides new hope for educational analysts, after July statistics showed sky-high teacher burnout. Israeli schools: 2015 report card mixedMinistry of Education reveals overall improvement for student achievements in grades 1-12, but sharp declines for Arabic, Bedouin sectors. Black October: Worst month for terror since 2006Shin Bet statistics reveal more attacks on Israelis in October 2015 than in entire years since the Second Intifada. Winter storm sets record for rainHeavy rain sets new record for October in the Sharon region; elsewhere, rain fulfilled yearly quota in two weeks. By the numbers: 778 terror attacks since SeptemberFormal gov't report to the High Court shows dramatic rise in terror, demands immediate action to demolish terrorists' homes. Israeli Muslim Growth Rate Declining1.454 million Muslims live in Israel, and still have high fertility rates. However, growth has slowed significantly since 2000. No Quiet After Operation Protective EdgeAt least 12 rockets have struck Israeli soil in the year since the 2014 Gaza war - not counting dozens of rocket strikes which hit Gaza. Homicide Rate Four Times Higher in PA Than Israel7.8 murders per 100,000 people in PA and Gaza; most dangerous countries in Latin America.Israelis Feel Secure, But Don't Trust PoliceThe majority of Israelis feel comfortable walking alone at night, but do not trust - or are dissatisfied with - police. 995 Attacks on Jerusalem Border Police Since 2014Attacks aimed just at Border Police and SWAT teams since January 2014 nearing 1,000 mark, data reveals; 70% during 'peacetime.' Israel Remembers 23,320 Fallen Soldiers Since 1860Defense Ministry figures reveal 116 security force personnel killed in last year alone, with 2,538 civilians murdered by terror since 1950. Fewer Israeli Couples Divorced in 2014Divorces drop by 2%; agunah situation also improves. 15,000 More Jews in Judea-Samaria in 2014Jewish population over 1949 Armistice lines close to 400,000, according to the Interior Ministry. IDF Suicides Double in 2014Sharp increase in IDF soldiers ending their own lives not due to Gaza operation, Manpower Division chief insists. Over 1,750 Volunteered for IDF Service in 2014End-of-year statistics reveal that more men volunteer than women, majority enter service at draft age of 18. Hareidi IDF Recruitment on the Rise13.5% of soldiers hareidi, up from 8.5% in 2004 - but hareidi cities still contributed the fewest soldiers to the Army in 2014. 40% of Jewish Israelis Want Prayer on Temple MountHigh support for Temple Mount prayer rights, poll reveals, but optimism is low that an equal prayer arrangement will be made. |
