Monthly Archives: July 2022

Coin of benevolent Roman Emperor found

Posted on July 31, 2022

An 1,850-year-old bronze coin depicting the Roman Emperor Antoninus Pius has been found in the sea, near Haifa. Antonius repealed the cruel edicts of Emperor Hadrian, which encouraged Jews to return to their homeland and establish post-Temple Judaism. https://www.timesofisrael.com/moon-goddess-luna-rises-from-waves-on-rare-ancient-bronze-coin-found-off-haifa-coast/

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Restoring the River Jordan

Posted on July 31, 2022

The Israeli government has approved an “historic” plan to develop the southern section of Jordan River. It will increase water levels and eliminate pollution. A new desalination plant will ensure a constant flow of water, turning the area into a … Continue reading →

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The youngest protected heritage site

Posted on July 31, 2022

The Cymbalista Synagogue and Jewish Heritage Center on the campus of Tel Aviv University has been designated a protected historic site by the Council for the Conservation of Heritage Sites in Israel. Built in 1998, the building is currently the … Continue reading →

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From war in Ukraine to home in Jerusalem

Posted on July 31, 2022

Detailed account of the “miraculous” journey of 100 children and 50 adult carers from Zhytomyr, Ukraine (see here previously) to the beautiful JNF-KKL Ness Harim forest school that is now their home and the help from Israelis everywhere. https://www.israel21c.org/ukrainian-orphans-find-unexpected-home-in-jerusalem-hills/

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Summer camp for bereaved children

Posted on July 31, 2022

The Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) took 21 children and siblings of fallen IDF soldiers on its 17th annual Legacy Summer Camp in the USA. They included Arab and Druze participants, all benefiting from the opportunity to feel … Continue reading →

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Unique deep-sea wonderland off Tel Aviv

Posted on July 31, 2022

Just off the coast near Tel Aviv is the Palmahim Slide – a geological phenomenon, home to a biodiversity of unique creatures and other underwater wonders. It is the first Israeli “Hope Spot” – designated by International NGO Mission Blue … Continue reading →

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Israel to host ATP Tour 250 tournament

Posted on July 31, 2022

Israel is to host an ATP tennis tournament for the first time in 26 years. Starting Sep 25, the Tel Aviv Watergen Open 2022 will take place at the Expo Tel Aviv Complex. Breaking for Rosh Hashana, finals take place … Continue reading →

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Sports and more on Jerusalem’s streets

Posted on July 31, 2022

The recent excitement on Jerusalem’s streets has been mainly because of the Maccabiah Games, the Jerusalem Night Run, the Paul Anka concert, and the Jerusalem Film Festival. Meanwhile preparations are underway for August’s International Jerusalem Puppet festival. http://rjstreets.com/2022/07/24/jerusalem-celebrates-sports-and-more/

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The Maccabiah was more than medals

Posted on July 31, 2022

A good (JNS) article and an I24 interview that emphasizes that sporting success was only one aspect of the recent Maccabiah Games in Israel.  It was an opportunity for thousands of Jewish athletes to connect and celebrate with their peers … Continue reading →

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Israeli students win UK BAFTA award

Posted on July 31, 2022

Israeli film students Shulamit Lifshitz and Oriel Berkovits from the Ma’aleh School in Jerusalem won a British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) student award. Their film “Girl No. 60427” features a young girl who discovers her survivor grandmother’s … Continue reading →

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