Monthly Archives: July 2021

Israeli mother donates kidney to Gaza boy

Posted on July 4, 2021

Idit, a 50-year-old Israeli mother of three, from a staunchly right-wing family, has donated one of her kidneys to save the life of a 3-year-old Palestinian Arab boy from Gaza. She was inspired by her Shoah survivor grandfather, who always … Continue reading →

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Israel opens new embassy in UAE

Posted on July 4, 2021

Israeli Foreign Minister Yair Lapid affixed a mezuza onto Israel’s new embassy in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. He praised the Abraham Accords and the pursuit of peace with the Arab world, and also thanked Netanyahu, Trump and … Continue reading →

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Celebrate the Miracle of Entebbe

Posted on July 4, 2021

The American Foundation Creating Leadership for Israel (AFCLI) celebrates the 45th anniversary of the Entebbe rescue on Monday, July 5, 2021.  Seminar starts at 11am EST and Ceremony at 2pm. Join by zoom or live in Philadelphia.  Register or reserve … Continue reading →

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An internship in Israel

Posted on July 4, 2021

Shelli Liebov is a current student at Rutgers University in New Jersey. She is in Israel for summer 2021 to be a marketing and PR intern with Yissum, the technology transfer arm of Hebrew University. She is documenting her experiences … Continue reading →

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Bahrain appoints its first Ambassador to Israel

Posted on July 4, 2021

Khaled Yousef al-Jalahmah will serve as Bahrain’s first envoy to the State of Israel. He previously served as deputy ambassador to the United States. https://www.timesofisrael.com/first-bahraini-ambassador-to-israel-formally-appointed/

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Stars in the Garden

Posted on July 4, 2021

The Art Garden at Jerusalem’s Israel Museum is the venue for two live music performances. On 19th July stars composer, pianist, and singer Yoni Rechter. Then on 20th July the Jane Bordeaux band (see here previously) hosts singer and songwriter … Continue reading →

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Gold for teen gymnasts

Posted on July 4, 2021

Israel won the gold medal in the 11-17 age-group category at the Federation Internationale de Gymnastique’s 11th World Age Group Competitions in Geneva, Switzerland. The event was a precursor to the Acrobatic Gymnastics World Championships in July. https://www.israel21c.org/israeli-teen-acrobatic-gymnastics-team-takes-world-gold/ https://gymnastics.sport/publicdir/live_results/16526/results/1117-MG-FIN-RS.pdf https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzSN-XoJrYI

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Married couple running for Israel

Posted on July 4, 2021

Ethiopian Israelis Marhu and Selam Teferi have both qualified for the Tokyo Olympic Games.  Selam is running in the women’s 5,000 meters. Marhu is competing in the Marathon. Marhu made Aliyah in 2006 at the age of 14, whereas Selam … Continue reading →

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What will happen next in Jerusalem

Posted on July 4, 2021

Almost back to normal on Jerusalem streets. Events included Chabad at Sultan’s Pool, “Rebecca: Mother of Two Dynasties” at the Begin Center, Olympic athletes meet the President, Business Leaders’ Conference, German President’s State visit, plus plenty more. http://rjstreets.com/2021/06/27/jerusalem-back-to-normal-but-what-will-happen-next/

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July on Center Stage

Posted on July 4, 2021

Cultural events during July on Israels English-speaking theater in Raanana include Bar Quiz (5th), A Bushman’s Trail (6th), The Gate (12th), Sandy Cash cabaret (14th), Whistle (20th), Jokers & Thieves SongTalk (21st), plus comedy, karaoke, improv night and more. https://www.centerstageisrael.com/

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