Monthly Archives: April 2019

Israeli democracy is the winner

Posted on April 14, 2019

Israeli citizens went to the polls to vote for their 21st Knesset in the 71-year history of the Modern State of Israel.  It was an exciting event without any hint of violence despite the closeness of the result. https://worldisraelnews.com/watch-netanyahu-celebrates-as-israel-hands-him-a-fifth-term/

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Passover in Israel

Posted on April 14, 2019

During the Jewish festival of Passover, many museums and events will be free of charge.  Try Jerusalem’s Gazelle Valley Park or Botanical gardens or Pharaoh Mania at the Bible Lands Museum. 40 Israeli museums have free entrance thanks to sponsorship … Continue reading →

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A model seder for foreign diplomats

Posted on April 14, 2019

The Israel branch of the World Jewish Congress held a model Passover seder at the Carlton Hotel in Tel Aviv in honor of 30 foreign ambassadors and journalists stationed in Israel. The Ambassador of Honduras found the afikoman and was … Continue reading →

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Israeli farm of blessings

Posted on April 14, 2019

In Israel’s Gush Etzion region, Beit Bracha Mitzvot Farm offers Jews visiting Israel the opportunity to fulfill Biblical commandments than can only be performed within the boundaries of the Land of Israel. They include planting wheat and olive trees, tending … Continue reading →

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Growing avocado trees on the Gaza border

Posted on April 14, 2019

Now that the winter rains have subsided, Israeli farmers on the Gaza border are starting their Spring Planting. Many are making the desert grow and thrive by planting new avocado trees. Despite the missiles from Gaza recently, they continue to … Continue reading →

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Madonna to star at Eurovision

Posted on April 14, 2019

Madonna will perform live at the Eurovision grand finale in Tel Aviv on May 18. She will arrive with a 65-person staff, including dozens of backup dancers. The cost of bringing the international superstar to Israel will be covered by … Continue reading →

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The world’s oldest pro-soccer player

Posted on April 14, 2019

73-year-old Israeli Isaak Hayik has just set a new world record as the oldest person to play in a professional soccer match. Hayik was goalkeeper for Ironi Or Yehuda and made some good saves despite his team’s 5-1 defeat to … Continue reading →

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New baby rhino

Posted on April 14, 2019

I reported previously (Feb 2017) when Rihanna the rhino had her first calf at Ramat Gan safari.  Her second has just been born and has been named Rainy-Rafiki. Rafiki means “friend” in Swahili. “Rainy”, because of Israel’s good rains. She … Continue reading →

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Exhibit to honor IDF reservists

Posted on April 14, 2019

Artist and sculptor Chen Winkler served for 30 years as a major-general in the IDF reserves. He has prepared an exhibit in appreciation for the exceptional service of all IDF reservists. It can be seen until 28th April at the … Continue reading →

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Israel’s air tourists

Posted on April 14, 2019

This article highlights the surge in visitors to Israel, from 2.9 million in 2016 to 4.1 million last year. New airline services are announced almost weekly. E.g. El Al will soon add Las Vegas, San Francisco and Chicago to its … Continue reading →

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