Monthly Archives: August 2012

Israelis can predict the weather

Posted on August 26, 2012

(Thanks to Israel21c) Meteo-Logic has developed an innovative technology, which turns weather stations into forecasting points that provide highly accurate weather forecasts. It can determine the temperature, humidity, wind intensity, wind direction and rainfall expected six hours ahead. http://israel21c.org/technology/weather-forecasting-set-to-undergo-high-tech-revolution/

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TV on your Apple

Posted on August 26, 2012

Israel’s Siano has launched the Carmel – a miniature digital terrestrial TV accessory for receiving live TV stations on your iPhone or iPad. In Israel, UK and much of Europe you can pick up all the available free channels in … Continue reading →

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Eilat hub for renewable energy

Posted on August 26, 2012

Regional Development Minister Silvan Shalom approved a NIS 10 million renewable energy program for the Eilat-Eilot region. Laboratories will be set-up for bio-energy, biofuels, hydrogen, solar energy and more. 40% of the budget is allocated for regional cooperation with Jordan. … Continue reading →

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Bringing the impossible to life

Posted on August 26, 2012

Artist M. C. Escher was famous for his 2-dimensional drawings of “impossible” 3-dimensional buildings. Now Prof. Gershon Elber of Israel’s Technion has used technology plus a 3D Israeli Objet printer to build models that show how the illusions work in … Continue reading →

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Agriculture and Health

Posted on August 26, 2012

Technological progress must be balanced against its impact on health and the environment. This Hebrew University International Symposium illustrates the importance that Israeli scientists place on this issue. http://bit.ly/10SDsht

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South Korea deal boosts Israeli telecom firm

Posted on August 19, 2012

Israel’s Leadcom was one of the largest integrators of mobile technology in developing countries, but 2008 recession brought near bankruptcy. Now its deal with South Korea’s RF Window to distribute its cellphone signal enhancement products should bring financial security. http://www.timesofisrael.com/deal-with-s-korean-giant-gives-israels-leadcom-new-confidence-after-financial-roller-coaster-ride/

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It’s never too late

Posted on August 19, 2012

This is for all those senior readers who think that they are set in their ways. Jay and Lina Padgug, ages 85 and 82, both widowers, got a second chance at love when they met on JDate. The two tied … Continue reading →

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Our 5th Anniversary

Posted on August 19, 2012

We can hardly believe that it’s five years since Nefesh b’Nefesh brought us home to the Jewish State. So we were exhilarated to see that, exactly five years later, 350 new immigrants landed at Ben Gurion Airport to begin their … Continue reading →

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Flying the flag of Israel

Posted on August 19, 2012

StandWithUs, in partnership with El Al Airlines and The Jewish Agency, has started a program to bring the varied faces of Israel to people across the world. El Al pilots and flight attendants serve as ambassadors for Israel during their … Continue reading →

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In love with Israel

Posted on August 19, 2012

More than 400 Christians and Jews joined together in San Diego at an event to galvanize Christian support for Israel. Organised by Brett “Bird” Matson and co-sponsored by StandWithUs San Diego, as Bird put it, “Jews, Christians and those with … Continue reading →

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