Monthly Archives: October 2013

Nigerian President and 30,000 pilgrims in Israel

Posted on October 27, 2013

President Goodluck Jonathan’s visit is the first time in the history of Nigeria that a sitting President went on pilgrimage to Israel. The president was accompanied by ministers and state governors and signed the Bilateral Air Services Agreement between Nigeria … Continue reading →

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We are not alone

Posted on October 27, 2013

Michael Freund writes a positive article detailing Israel’s International friends and recent state visits. http://www.michaelfreund.org/13916/israel-isolation

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Elite IDF unit leader is a Druse

Posted on October 27, 2013

For the first time in the history of the Israeli Defense Force, an officer from Israel’s Druse community is to serve as the chief of the elite Golani Brigade. Colonel Ghassan Alian was previously deputy commander of the Golan Division. … Continue reading →

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World Cup silver for Israeli swimmer in Qatar

Posted on October 27, 2013

Israeli swimmer Amit Ivri finished second in the women’s 100-meter individual medley at the FINA World Cup in Doha, Qatar. However, whereas all competitors had the flag of their country next to their names on TV, Ivri’s was left white … Continue reading →

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Zubari wins windsurfing gold

Posted on October 27, 2013

Israeli windsurfer Shahar Zubari cruised to a gold medal in men’s RS:X at the Sailing World Cup in Qingdao, China. Israel’s Maayan Davidovich won bronze in the RS:X women’s division. http://www.timesofisrael.com/israeli-windsurfer-takes-gold-in-world-cup-event/

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More on the Singing Rabbis

Posted on October 27, 2013

For brothers Arie and Gil Gat, there’s no contradiction between being devout Jews and covering rock hits on Israel’s ‘Rising Star’ TV show. http://www.timesofisrael.com/ultra-orthodox-singers-defy-stereotypes-on-tv-reality-show/ http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-4445072,00.html

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Rihanna performs in Tel Aviv

Posted on October 27, 2013

Pop sensation Rihanna took the stage Tuesday night in Park Hayarkon, Tel Aviv in front of over 50,000 fans. The show was part of her “Diamond Tour” – she previously performed in Tel Aviv in 2010 and refused to be … Continue reading →

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Your personal Genome app

Posted on October 27, 2013

Tel Aviv University researchers have developed a website and smartphone app that will allow you to submit your individual Genetic DNA sequence map for analysis. Prior to pregnancy, check for risks of birth defects; or select medical treatments that will … Continue reading →

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Medicine for the wild blue yonder

Posted on October 27, 2013

A comprehensive write-up of the 61st International Congress of Aviation and Space Medicine (ICASM) in Jerusalem. 250 overseas delegates from 36 countries plus Israelis discussed everything from pregnant women pilots to space travel to psychological problems of controlling UAVs. http://www.jpost.com/Health-and-Science/Medicine-for-the-wild-blue-yonder-329167

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MDA’s new hi-tech mobile command center

Posted on October 27, 2013

Israel’s emergency service Magen David Adom unveiled a multi-million dollar command vehicle designed to direct rescue operations on the most difficult terrain and during cellular network failure. It has over two-dozen computers and TVs and can accommodate 23 staff. http://www.jpost.com/National-News/New-MDA-command-truck-is-most-hi-tech-in-world-329280

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