Monthly Archives: July 2017

Save on summer attractions

Posted on July 30, 2017

If you’re looking for a fun day out in Israel this summer, you can save BIG with discount vouchers and savings, thanks to Janglo, Kosherfrugal.com and Groupon deals. Indoor, outdoor activities and kosher restaurant / take-away deals. http://www.kosherfrugal.com/2017/07/save-on-summer-attractions-and-outings.html

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Jerusalem Beer Festival

Posted on July 30, 2017

The Jerusalem Beer Festival is the largest and most unique festival of its kind in Israel. At Independence Park from 6pm to midnight on Aug 23 & 24, you will find 120 different beer types, from well-established brands to local … Continue reading →

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The magic of The Pixies

Posted on July 30, 2017

Having just experienced Britney, Guns N’ Roses and Radiohead, Israelis were excited to see post-Punk legend The Pixies return to Israel for two concerts in Caesarea on July 25 & 26. In the first, the Boston quartet performed for 2 … Continue reading →

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Israel’s National Trail

Posted on July 30, 2017

The Israel National Trail is one of the most beautiful trails in the world. It’s also a way to see places that regular tourists don’t sees.  One day you’re by the water; next day, the woods and next day, the … Continue reading →

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Soccer chances

Posted on July 30, 2017

I don’t want you to get too excited, but there are currently still three Israeli soccer teams competing in the finals of European Cup qualifying rounds. Bnei Yehuda have a difficult tie, but Maccabi Tel Aviv and Beersheba both have … Continue reading →

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Silver in the hoops

Posted on July 30, 2017

Israel’s Under-20 basketball team reached the European final in Greece.  Although underdogs, they beat France 74-52 in the semi-final, losing to their Greek hosts 65-56 in the final. http://www.jpost.com/Israel-News/Sports/Blue-and-white-advances-to-under-20-final-500468 http://www.fiba.com/europe/u20/2017/news/greece-crowned-u20-european-champion-in-front-of-sold-out-home-crowd

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The largest exit of an Israeli healthcare company

Posted on July 30, 2017

I reported previously (four times) on Israel’s Neuroderm and its innovative treatments for Parkinson’s sufferers.  Neuroderm has just been bought by Japan’s Mitsubishi Tanabe for $1.1 billion – a record for an Israeli life-science company. It should bring products to … Continue reading →

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New Intel factory

Posted on July 30, 2017

Intel Israel has announced that it will open a new microprocessor manufacturing plant in Kiryat Gat that will employ 1,500 workers. Production at the new plant is expected to begin by 2018. http://www.jewishpress.com/news/israel/intel-to-open-new-chip-plant-in-israel-and-create-1500-jobs/2017/07/22/

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Tel Aviv to Rome by Ryanair

Posted on July 30, 2017

Ryanair, Europe’s largest low-cost carrier, is to launch a daily Tel Aviv-Rome route from October 29 with fares starting from €17 in each direction. Ryanair CEO David O’Brien praised Israel’s transport and tourism ministers for opening the skies and for … Continue reading →

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Cheaper shoes

Posted on July 30, 2017

Israel’s Finance Ministry has canceled the 12% customs duty imposed on shoes. Its aim is to reduce the gap in prices between Israel and abroad without hurting domestic industries. http://www.globes.co.il/en/article-kahlon-cancels-import-duty-on-shoes-1001189095

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