Monthly Archives: September 2014

Preventing the spread of Ebola

Posted on September 14, 2014

The experimental vaccine ZMapp isn’t an Israeli invention, but it has been having some success in treating Ebola victims.  The problem is that stocks have run out and Israeli biotech Protalix has offered to produce more vaccine.  Separately, Israeli doctors … Continue reading →

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Israeli wins silver medal at World Judo championships

Posted on September 7, 2014

Yarden Gerbi came up just short in her attempt to defend her title at the World Judo Championships, winning a silver medal in the under-63 kg competition.  The final against France’s Clarisse Agbegnenou was a repeat of last year’s final, … Continue reading →

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A spoonful of hope

Posted on September 7, 2014

Not just entertainment, but a way to help children in Southern Israel.  Desert Rose Productions is doing a fund raising event in Ra’anana on the 17th of September to raise money for ‘A Spoonful of Hope’ who are making Rosh … Continue reading →

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Manhattan Transfer – Israeli directed for 35 years

Posted on September 7, 2014

Those who have enjoyed listening to vocal harmony group Manhattan Transfer over the years may be surprised to discover that its musical director and pianist since 1979 is Tel Aviv-born and bred Yaron Gershovsky.  Manhattan Transfer is performing at Tel … Continue reading →

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The artist who cannot draw

Posted on September 7, 2014

(Thanks to Israel21c) Israeli artist Hanoch Piven’s inability to draw forced him use everyday objects, including food, to make his pictures.  He now illustrates top magazines; produces children’s books, mobile apps and tours Israel and the USA inspiring young students … Continue reading →

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Israel’s come a long way in 30 years

Posted on September 7, 2014

Comparing Israel’s 1984 statistics with 2014 really puts its economic miracle in context: GDP rose from $30bn to $300bn; GDP per capita from $7k to $38k; Foreign currency deposits from $3bn to $89bn; exports from $10bn to $90bn; and its … Continue reading →

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Aston Martin opens Israeli sales office

Posted on September 7, 2014

I doubt if we will see Mossad agents driving around Israel in the Bond car, but I expect that at least one of Israel’s successful entrepreneurs will splash out $2 million on an Aston Martin Vanquish.  I just hope that … Continue reading →

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Apple opens Israeli sales office

Posted on September 7, 2014

(Thanks to Nevet – www.broaderview.org) Technology giant Apple will soon open an official office in Israel for marketing and sales.  Apple already employs 600 (mostly Research & Development) staff.  Apple is building new offices in Herzliya Petuach to house all … Continue reading →

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Israel launches first Asian start-up incubator

Posted on September 7, 2014

StartupEast is the only accelerator in Israel having extensive business networks across Asia, including Singapore, Hong Kong and Seoul. Its goal is to bridge between Israeli innovation and the immense market opportunities, which Asia presents. http://www.israel21c.org/news/first-asian-startup-accelerator-launches-in-israel/

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Tracking cargo in Africa

Posted on September 7, 2014

(PR Newswire) Israel’s Pointer Telocation has been awarded a $1.3 million supply contract to provide tracking solutions for an unnamed customer in Africa.  Pointer’s advanced cargo and monitoring devices will enable safe and efficient delivery of goods between various countries … Continue reading →

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