Monthly Archives: January 2012

Israeli brothers crowned world-debating champions

Posted on January 8, 2012

Omer and Sella Nevo won in the category of English as a Second Language, securing the title for Israel for the third year in a row. “Having students from Pakistan or Malaysia and Jordan congratulate you, and being able to … Continue reading →

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Israeli musicians inspire world youth

Posted on January 8, 2012

Please watch this video clip of orthodox Jewish rap star Shyne as he promotes Israel’s Oleh records & the King David Foundation’s project to bring Israeli musicians and educators to inspire, guide, and teach under privileged at-risk youth communities around … Continue reading →

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IDF rescues thousands around the world

Posted on January 8, 2012

A one-minute film clip summarising the IDF’s 26 years of sending emergency missions to disaster areas around the world. They have saved hundreds from certain death and given medical treatment to thousands. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L7OyAb20zwk&feature=player_embedded

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In Israel, even an agnostic can glimpse the eternal

Posted on January 8, 2012

So writes Australian columnist Andrew Bolt on his visit to Jerusalem during Christmas. http://www.heraldsun.com.au/ipad/in-israel-a-glimpse-of-the-eternal/story-fn6bfkm6-1226230011583

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“We treat civilians, soldiers and Palestinians”

Posted on January 8, 2012

The IDF Military Intensive Care Unit operates in Judea and Samaria and its job is to take care of everyone there. Civilians or soldiers, Israelis or Palestinians Arabs, giving whatever care is needed, from birthing to CPR – saving lives … Continue reading →

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The first joint eco-park

Posted on January 8, 2012

Israel and the Palestinian Authority have launched a unique, joint ecological venture – a first-of-its-kind eco-park. The park will be the product of collaboration between the PA city of Jenin and the Gilboa Regional Council, which have joined forces to … Continue reading →

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Gazans get medical treatment in Israel

Posted on January 8, 2012

In August 2011 alone, 1522 permits were granted for medical treatment to residents of Gaza (762 patients and 760 for accompanying individuals). Of course The Guardian criticised Israel for this, even though Israel has no obligations to help Gaza as … Continue reading →

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Ten wins on the trot

Posted on January 8, 2012

Maccabi Tel Aviv’s basketball team won its 10th straight game in all competitions on Thursday night, crushing Lasko of Slovenia 87-51 at Nokia Arena to improve to 13-1 in the Adriatic League. Maccabi plays its Euroleague Top 16 opener at … Continue reading →

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International Jazz on the Red Sea

Posted on January 8, 2012

The second Red Sea Winter Jazz Festival will be held in Eilat over the weekend of January 19th –21st, 2012 Three days of hot jazz, excellent music and extraordinary vibe with exciting bands from all over the world. http://www.redseajazzeilat.com/en/

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Frank Sinatra in Israel

Posted on January 8, 2012

Please watch this rare 1962 film of “Old Blue-Eyes” who was one of the biggest supporters of the Jewish State. As he says, “With one hand the People of Israel protect their hearth and homes and with the other they … Continue reading →

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