Monthly Archives: February 2018

The seal of Isaiah found in Jerusalem

Posted on February 27, 2018

Hebrew University archaeologists have discovered an 8th century BCE seal impression in First Temple remains near Jerusalem’s Temple Mount. It is inscribed with the Hebrew letters that seem to spell out the name l’Yesha’yah[u] (belonging to Isaiah) and part of … Continue reading →

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Latest Israeli stamps

Posted on February 27, 2018

New Israeli stamps issued in February include Yotvata Hai-Bar (animal reserve) – 50 Years; WWI in Eretz Israel Centenary; Israel Television – 50 Years and Trains in Israel. http://www.history-of-israel.co.il/stamps/index-2018.html

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The truth about Apartheid

Posted on February 27, 2018

Great video, highlighting how Jewish and Arab Israeli citizens have equal rights. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GO0bX0KUOLs

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Israel is the best travel destination for vegans

Posted on February 27, 2018

Israel is popular with vegans, mainly thanks to vegan-friendly Tel Aviv. The Israeli non-profit VeganFriendly recommends places for vegans to stay and many hundreds of restaurants to visit. You can go on vegan tours, and there is even a vegan … Continue reading →

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Your soundtrack to Purim

Posted on February 27, 2018

DJ Antithesis plays some of the modern Israeli songs connected to the Jewish festival of Purim – undoubtedly the happiest time to be in Israel. I can’t wait to get back there! https://tlv1.fm/music/kol-cambridge/2018/02/22/your-soundtrack-for-purim/

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Alley-Oop to Aliyah

Posted on February 27, 2018

Nefesh B’Nefesh and Fun in Jerusalem sponsored an event in Jerusalem to promote the book, “Alley-Oop to Aliyah” by David A Goldstein. It describes the good experiences of African-American basketball players who came to play in Israel. Some even converted … Continue reading →

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Ashley Blaker does Teshuvah

Posted on February 27, 2018

Yes, the unique Orthodox Jewish UK comedian, Ashley Blaker is returning to Israel for another tour, entitled “Meshuga Frum”. He will perform (Y”H) from March 4-8 in Jerusalem, Beit Shemesh, Netanya and Raanana. “Not to be missed” says his publicity.  … Continue reading →

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Japanese duo sample more Israeli snacks

Posted on February 27, 2018

Readers may remember (Nov 2016) when my friend Pamela Levene sent a selection of Israeli snacks to Japanese video bloggers Satoshi and Shinich. Pamela recently sent them another batch to taste and comment on. https://www.youtube.com/embed/Nki9EyLsK34?rel=0

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Egypt buys $15 billion worth of Israeli gas

Posted on February 27, 2018

I reported previously (several times) on the desire by Egypt to buy natural gas from Israel. Now finally, Egypt’s Dolphinus Holdings has signed agreements to purchase 64 billion cubic meters of gas from Israel’s Tamar and Leviathan fields. The 10-year … Continue reading →

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$5 billion expansion of Intel’s factory

Posted on February 27, 2018

Intel, the global chip-making giant, is planning a $5 billion expansion of its Kiryat Gat cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Southern Israel. It follows the company’s $6 billion investment in 2016 to upgrade the facility to produce advanced 10 nanometer chips. … Continue reading →

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