Monthly Archives: July 2014

Nearly 2 million friends of Israel

Posted on July 27, 2014

With roughly 1.75 million members, Christians United for Israel (CUFI) calls itself the largest pro-Israel organization in the United States. At their annual summit in Washington, CUFI leader David Brog said, “we have to speak out and be a voice … Continue reading →

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Nearly $2 million donation to Israeli disabled charities

Posted on July 27, 2014

The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust is giving $1 million to SHALVA, The Association for Mentally and Physically Challenged Children in Israel. Also, $750,000 to Beit Halochem-Tel Aviv, which provides services for disabled IDF veterans. http://www.jta.org/2014/07/16/news-opinion/israel-middle-east/u-s-trust-awards-1-75-million-to-israeli-agencies-for-disabled

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Good Vibrations – The Beach Boys to perform in Israel

Posted on July 27, 2014

The Beach Boys are coming to Israel in 2015. “America’s Rock Band” has produced a record thirty-six US Top 40 hits, selling over 100 million records worldwide. Rolling Stone Magazine ranks the Beach Boys as the 12th greatest artist of … Continue reading →

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Spine support cage gets US & EU approval

Posted on July 27, 2014

Formal US and European clearances have been granted to FLXfit, the world’s first 3D expandable interbody cage, developed by Israel’s Expanding Orthopedics. The minimally invasive implant corrects spine deformities. http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/267920091.html http://uk.reuters.com/article/2014/07/01/bc-expanding-orthopedics-idUKnPn1LPyK+4d+PRN20140701 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kg-f92vK6FA

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Open Hearts, Open Homes

Posted on July 27, 2014

(Thanks to Howard) As in previous years, the Jewish Community Center, Bergen County, Washington, New Jersey is running a program that provides respite and fun to Israeli teens that live along the Gaza border. Please can other communities in the … Continue reading →

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Christian NGO brings Sderot Holocaust survivors to Jerusalem

Posted on July 27, 2014

Israel Always, a US-based Christian NGO, is caring for a group of 20 Holocaust survivors who have been bombarded by rockets in Sderot. It has taken them to Jerusalem, where it is providing free hotel accommodations, meals and activities. http://www.jpost.com/Operation-Protective-Edge/Christian-NGO-brings-Sderot-Holocaust-survivors-to-Jerusalem-368555

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Six new bus lines in Judea and Samaria

Posted on July 27, 2014

As residents of Judea and Samaria express concern over the frequency of public transportation and the resultant need to hitchhike, the Egged bus cooperative has launched six new routes and announced improvements to several others. http://www.jpost.com/National-News/Egged-adds-six-new-bus-lines-in-Judea-and-Samaria-361216

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IDF rescue team honored 20 years after AMIA bombing

Posted on July 27, 2014

AMIA leaders came to Israel to mark AMIA’s 120th anniversary and the 20th anniversary of the attack on AMIA’s center in Buenos Aires that killed 85 and injured hundreds. Ariel Cohen Sabban, AMIA treasurer, said, “We will never forget that … Continue reading →

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New mosaic discovered in ancient synagogue

Posted on July 27, 2014

A mosaic depicting a non-biblical battle scene has been uncovered in a 5th century CE synagogue in Northern Israel. It features a group of soldiers and elephants clad in armor. It might be a depiction of Alexander the Great meeting … Continue reading →

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Visit Nahal Teninim – Nature reserve and Roman aquaduct

Posted on July 27, 2014

Nachal Teninim (Aligator stream) is a wonderful national nature reserve and is home to a Roman dam and aquaduct that brought fresh water to Caesarea. Also features an ancient rock quarry, a byzantine flour mill and waterfalls. http://villarimona.com/teninim https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44l7VCydtAw

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