Monthly Archives: January 2013

Bringing smiles to kids in Nepal

Israeli David Barashi (“Dush the clown”) holds a degree in medical clowning from Haifa University. He is currently in Nepal working to help cheer up sick Nepalese children before they have surgery. David previously worked with orphans in Ethiopia and … Continue reading

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Mongolia seeks Israel’s environmental help

A delegation from Mongolia’s Ministry of Environment and Green Development visited Israel in December to learn about water pollution management and prevention, and land rehabilitation. Population migration has caused heavy pollution levels in the capital Ulan-Bator. http://www.israelnewtech.com/2013/01/mongolia/

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JDC-Israel expands project for the disabled

The American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC-Israel) has received an additional NIS 50 million to expand its Israel Unlimited project, which focuses on the development of services for the advancement and integration of people with disabilities in the community. http://www.jpost.com/NationalNews/Article.aspx?id=298962

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Esra project for underprivileged children

ESRA encourages talented underprivileged teenagers to fulfill their potential by providing them with a challenging program of enrichment and leadership training. The weekly program benefits 36 children. The video shows them studying Marine Science at the Mikhmoret center. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LsWSLBp7Ht0&list=UUZ1jRr31-cdoGVwHKW85D7A&index=1

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The sky is not the limit

Besides defending the Jewish State, Israel Air Force pilots perform a major service to Israel’s youth. Children with difficult home lives, spend quality time with IAF pilots as members of the “Squadron Club,” where they learn tools for self-expression, coping … Continue reading

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Gaza farmers attend Israeli agricultural exhibition

Thirty farmers from Gaza were given permits to enter Israel in order to attend an agricultural exhibition. Ramadan Abu Naja from Gaza said, “We came here to learn about Israeli agriculture. We will take some of the types of produce … Continue reading

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A Swiss Bedouin Jew in the Israeli Army

Sgt René Elhozayel’s Arab Bedouin father met his Jewish wife in Switzerland. Renés grandfather had 39 wives and most of René’s 5,600 extended family members in the Israel-Arab city of Rahat served in the IDF. As a medic, René treats … Continue reading

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“Fill the Void” wins at Palm Springs

The Israeli movie “Fill the Void” was named Best Foreign-Language Film of the Year at the Palm Springs International Film Festival. The film portrays the ultra-orthodox Jewish community in Tel Aviv and beat entries from 41 other countries. http://www.jta.org/news/article/2013/01/14/3116746/israeli-film-fill-the-void-takes-prize-at-palm-springs-festival

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More success for “Homeland”

Television series Homeland, based on the Israeli television show Hatufim, has had another successful year at the Golden Globes, winning Best Television Drama. Homeland’s Damian Lewis and Claire Danes were honored with the Best Actor and Best Actress awards for … Continue reading

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Arab belly dancers flock to Eilat

Some 950 dancers from 30 countries – including Turkey, Egypt and Jordan – are participating in the annual International Belly Dance Festival taking place in Eilat’s Club Hotel. The festival is the world’s biggest belly dancing event. http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-4331111,00.html

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