Monthly Archives: April 2017

From Gazan Muslims to IDF Jews

Posted on April 30, 2017

This amazing journey is nearing its finish.  After a Muslim Arab from Gaza was treated at an Israeli hospital, his son went to work for the Israeli Shin Bet security service. Later, the son moved to Israel and now his … Continue reading →

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Monkeys love matzah

Posted on April 30, 2017

On Passover, Jews around the world ate matzah – unleavened bread – to remember their ancestors who fled ancient Egypt who had no time to wait for the dough to rise. It appears that the monkeys at Ramat Gan Safari … Continue reading →

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Letter from a tomato

Posted on April 30, 2017

Israel’s agricultural regeneration followed the return of the Jewish people to its homeland. This clever historical summary is written from the viewpoint of the fruit and vegetables themselves. http://www.jpost.com/Opinion/Know-Comment-Letter-from-a-tomato-489203

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Developing the Negev

Posted on April 30, 2017

The latest JNF B’Yachad magazine describes how the JNF has helped transform Be’er Sheva into one of Israel’s most sought-after cities. The Negev “desert” comprises 60% of the Jewish State and other articles describe communities that have been literally created … Continue reading →

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Why Israel Matters

Posted on April 30, 2017

A partnership of Christian groups has produced a TV series called “Why Israel Matters,” which intends to set the record straight on Israel and the Jewish state. The 13-part original series demonstrates the crucial importance of the Jewish state to … Continue reading →

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Yom Haatzmaut Events

Posted on April 30, 2017

For Israel’s 69th birthday on 2nd May, 69 heritage sites will be open for free.  You can also visit four Air Force bases or watch the annual fly-past of 30 planes from 40 cities.  Beaches, barbecues, concerts – see here … Continue reading →

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Israel to host European Judo Championships

Posted on April 30, 2017

The European Judo Union has selected Israel as the host of the 2018 European Judo Championships. The success of the under-23 championships in Tel Aviv in November convinced the EJU to hand Israel the right to organize Europe’s most prestigious … Continue reading →

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European gymnastics bronze medal

Posted on April 30, 2017

Israel’s Alex Shatilov won the bronze medal in the European Men’s Gymnastics Championship held in Romania. It is the seventh European medal for Shatilov. 20-year-old Israeli Artem Dolgopyat also qualified for the finals and finished fourth. http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-4952214,00.html

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Two Israelis in promoted UK soccer team

Posted on April 30, 2017

I wrote previously (Mar 5) about proud Israeli soccer star Tomer Hemed.  He and Muslim Israeli-Arab team-mate Beram Kayal helped Brighton & Hove Albion win promotion to the English Premier League. Tomer was interviewed by the BBC, which didn’t mention … Continue reading →

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The Jerusalem Marathon

Posted on April 30, 2017

Over 30,000 runners ran in the Jerusalem Marathon on Mar 17. Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat spoke about the event and the 50th anniversary of re-unification. http://www.baltimorejewishlife.com/news/news-detail.php?SECTION_ID=37&ARTICLE_ID=84773 http://www.baltimorejewishlife.com/news/news-detail.php?SECTION_ID=37&ARTICLE_ID=84712 https://www.youtube.com/embed/sE8YGJCMfHM?rel=0

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