Monthly Archives: April 2014

Designer-shaped cucumbers

Posted on April 20, 2014

(Thanks to Israel21c) Israeli company Yofi Shel Yerakot (Beauty of Vegetables) has grown a variety of cucumbers that can be sliced into shapes such as hearts and stars. The all-year-round vegetables are great for catering parties as well as getting … Continue reading →

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Israel to test 1000 mini electric cars

Posted on April 20, 2014

Israel will import 1000 mini electric cars for a one-year pilot project to evaluate incorporating them into Israel’s municipal traffic. During the August pilot, the general public will be able to buy the 400kg cars from select dealerships approved by … Continue reading →

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Recharge your phone in 30 seconds

Posted on April 20, 2014

The amazing technology of Israel’s StoreDot has sent smartphone users worldwide into wild excitement. The youtube demo has had over 2.5 million viewers. http://www.algemeiner.com/2014/04/08/israeli-start-up-says-it-can-charge-your-phone-in-30-seconds-video/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DhJZAhjbcI

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Another A+ from S&P

Posted on April 6, 2014

Standards & Poors has given Israel yet another top rating. S&P expected average per capita income to grow to almost $42,000 by 2017, up from $28,000 in 2009. Meanwhile, confidence in Israel’s stock market has resulted in the largest increase … Continue reading →

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3,800-year-old fortress excavated

Posted on April 6, 2014

Israeli archeologists have finished uncovering a massive Canaanite fortress dating back to the time of Kings David and Solomon. The 3,800-year-old “Spring Citadel” was excavated in the City of David National Park in Jerusalem. http://www.jpost.com/National-News/3800-year-old-biblical-fortress-discovered-in-City-of-David-347256

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The Start-up Nation is modern Zionism

Posted on April 6, 2014

Ronn Torossian writes that Israeli start-ups create, build, innovate, create jobs, spark the economy and help make the world better. They exemplify something great about the Jewish State and the Jewish people.? Innovation, guts, brains, hard work – it’s wonderful … Continue reading →

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“Prime Ministers in Their Slippers”

Posted on April 6, 2014

Rare photos are on display in a special exhibition at Israel’s Knesset (parliament). It features Israel’s prime ministers after hours, in casual attire and at their most relaxed. http://www.timesofisrael.com/rare-snapshots-show-softer-side-of-israeli-pms/

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Winning against bigotry

Posted on April 6, 2014

Sussex Friends of Israel, the Norwegian Cruise Line and others have shown that it is possible to successfully counter those wishing to discriminate against the Jewish State. http://www.thecommentator.com/article/4812/brighton_rocks_against_anti_israel_bigotry

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Uniting secular and religious

Posted on April 6, 2014

The hareidi musical duo Aryeh and Gil Gat, who wowed audiences in the Israeli version of American Idol, are now raising funds in Toronto for an Israeli nature trail in honor of fallen IDF soldiers. From secular lives in Eilat, … Continue reading →

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Israelis are happy

Posted on April 6, 2014

86% of Israelis are satisfied with life in general and more than half of Israelis are happy with their financial situation. 40% also say they expect their situation to improve over the next few years. http://www.janglo.net/index.php?option=com_adsmanager&page=display&catid=99&tid=305708

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