Monthly Archives: June 2011

“UK blogger” gets publicity

Posted on June 12, 2011

We’re not sure when our location changed, but our email complaint two weeks ago (to a Scottish council boycotting Israel) appears to have spread across the Internet. Here’s one example. You can still read Part 1 of the complaint (featuring … Continue reading →

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Fischer for IMF chief?

Posted on June 12, 2011

It’s official; Bank of Israel chairman Sir Stanley Fischer is a candidate. According to a Reuters’ poll of economists, he is the person they think is most suitable for the role. http://www.jpost.com/Business/BusinessNews/Article.aspx?id=224568

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The best hostels

Posted on June 12, 2011

And they’re getting better. As the tourist industry boom continues, Israeli Youth Hostels are to have a $33 million upgrade and expansion. All rooms have cable TV, fridges, air con and private bathrooms. http://www.israel21c.org/travel/got-a-backpack-israel-has-a-hostel-for-you/

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Environmental Impacts Know No Boundaries

Posted on June 12, 2011

Students from Israel, the PA, Malta, Lebanon, Tunisia, Italy, Greece, Turkey and the UK are working together on a project to protect their unique shared ecosystem. http://www.jpost.com/Sci-Tech/Article.aspx?id=224391

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Jordan buys water from Israel

Posted on June 12, 2011

Following secret purchases last year, Jordan has again requested that Israel sells some of its precious resource to its Arab neighbour. http://www.jpost.com/Headlines/Article.aspx?id=223842

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Let peace begin with water

Posted on June 12, 2011

Israelis, Palestinian Arabs and Jordanians build EcoCentres to make the most of scarce water supplies. http://www.israel21c.org/201106069090/people/let-peace-begin-with-water

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Israel values all life

Posted on June 12, 2011

Israeli paramedics deliver at least one Palestinian Arab baby every single month. http://www.jta.org/news/article/2011/05/26/3087877/helping-palestinians-idf-paramedics-defy-stereotypes

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Israeli woman of distinction

Posted on June 12, 2011

Hadassah award winner Dalia Itzik was born and gave birth at Hadassah hospital. She praised the social aspects of Israeli Arabs and Jews working together at Hadassah. http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-4076473,00.html

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National blind day

Posted on June 12, 2011

Israel annually identifies with the vision-impaired community. This year, a team of blindfolded members of the Israeli parliament were soundly beaten at Goalball by a team of blind athletes. http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/212247

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A special trip

Posted on June 12, 2011

Disabled children were given a holiday in Switzerland, care of Israeli charity Kav Lachayim. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=09i4RQAC3Mw&feature=player_embedded

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