Monthly Archives: December 2022

Saved by his Book of Psalms

Posted on December 11, 2022

A man injured in the recent terrorist attack in Jerusalem was saved from death when a piece of shrapnel was stopped by the Book of Psalms (Tehillim) in his top pocket. The shrapnel came to rest at Verse 7 of … Continue reading →

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Free “shuk” for the needy

Posted on December 11, 2022

Israeli food security charity Meir Panim (see here previously) has launched a free shuk (Arabic and Hebrew for “market”) in Jerusalem and Tzfat, providing fresh produce for those in need. Free shuks already operate in Or Akiva and Tiberias. There … Continue reading →

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UN exhibit of Jewish exodus from Arab countries

Posted on December 11, 2022

Israel commemorated the “Day to Mark the Departure and Expulsion of Jews from Arab Countries and Iran” with an exhibition at the United Nations. It documents the history of the Jews in Arab countries and Iran, and the post-1947 emigration … Continue reading →

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Gap year in Israel for people with disabilities

Posted on December 11, 2022

Israeli organization Darkaynu, part of the Ohr Torah Stone network of programs, has developed Israel gap year programs for people with disabilities. The latest programs, in Jerusalem and Alon Shvut, comprise 28 students from the US, Canada, England, and Australia. … Continue reading →

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Jerusalem celebrates with India

Posted on December 11, 2022

Among the many recent sights and activities on Jerusalem’s streets, the Israel Museum opened its exhibition, “Body of Faith: Sculpture from the National Museum of India.” It marks the 75th anniversary of India’s independence – just before Israel celebrates its … Continue reading →

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Iron Man Israel attracts 3,000+ competitors

Posted on December 11, 2022

More than 1200 Israeli and international athletes competed in the IRONMAN Israel-Middle East Championship – a 2.3-mile Sea of Galilee swim, a 111-mile bike ride and a 26-mile run. 1,860 competed in a shorter event. Philanthropist Sylvan Adams brought IRONMAN … Continue reading →

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Rugby victory

Posted on December 11, 2022

Tel Aviv Heat, Israel’s first professional rugby union team, defeated UK’s Saracens 29-26 in a friendly match at the Saracens’ home stadium.  Saracens are former European champions. https://www.saracens.com/match-report-saracens-men-26-29-tel-aviv-heat-2/

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Sony Music tunes in to Israel

Posted on December 11, 2022

Sony Music has entered the Israeli music market in partnership with Canadian-Israeli musician management company and record label ONEWA. Their venture aims to develop artists from Israel with international appeal and launch them into the global mainstream music scene. https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/all-news/article-724275

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The music of Judah Maccabee

Posted on December 11, 2022

If you can get to Beit Avi Chai in Jerusalem on Dec 15 you can hear the Jerusalem Baroque Orchestra give a pre-Hannukah performance of movements from Judas Maccabaeus by Handel, alongside commentary in English by Prof. Isaiah Gafni. https://www.nbn.org.il/events/the-music-of-judah-maccabee/

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A healthy industry

Posted on December 11, 2022

1,000 delegates from 30 countries attended the Nov 10 MIXiii Health-Tech.IL Conference in Jerusalem. They heard Israel Advanced Technology Industries (IATI) share their 2021 report that Israel’s 1,800 active life-sciences companies exported $5.2 billion of products in 2021 – over … Continue reading →

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