Monthly Archives: August 2023

Beyond the headlines

Posted on August 27, 2023

Two articles. The first, an interview with one of United Hatzalah’s Arab volunteer medics, and the second with the Druze Head of Ziv Medical Center in Safed, highlight some of the key factors of what’s good and unique about the … Continue reading →

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A message for Rosh Hashana

Posted on August 27, 2023

This video features Yossi’s amazing journey from convict to IDF Officer.  An inspiration for the period leading up to the Days of Repentance. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gytTNa5njKM

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A fox on Temple Mount

Posted on August 27, 2023

During the recent fast of 9th Av a fox was seen in the ruins of the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. In the Babylonian Talmud (Tractate Makkot 24b), Rabbi Akiva laughed at seeing a fox in the ruins of the Temple. … Continue reading →

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See Israel’s ancient ritual baths

Posted on August 27, 2023

Hundreds of ritual baths (Mikvaot) have been uncovered in the land of Israel, in the desert, in the Galilee, under Jerusalem houses, at construction sites, and ancient towns. The vast majority date back over 2,000 years to the Second Temple … Continue reading →

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In Jerusalem it all happens at night

Posted on August 27, 2023

Summer heat and humidity means that most public events in Jerusalem are held after dark. They include Sidra Tarbut’s cultural events; Selihot services, Mystorin Theatre Group’s RAAMSKATE, Theater in Motion, Street Orchestra, Israeli dancing, and Night at the Tower of … Continue reading →

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Women windsurfing world 1-2

Posted on August 27, 2023

Israeli windsurfer Shahar Tibi won gold in the women’s iQFoil category at the Allianz Sailing World Championships in The Netherlands. It was Israel’s first world title at the sailing contest in a decade. Israel’s Katy Spychakov won the silver medal, … Continue reading →

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Judoka gold

Posted on August 27, 2023

Israeli judokas won gold, silver & bronze medals at the Hungarian Masters 2023 championship in Budapest. Inbar Lanir won a gold medal in the women’s up to 78-kilo category. Peter Paltchik won the silver in the men’s up to 100kg … Continue reading →

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European U20 basketball runners up

Posted on August 27, 2023

Israel’s Under-20 national basketball team took the silver medal in the finals of the European Championship in Greece. The team lost to France 89-79 in overtime, having beaten Germany in the quarterfinals and overwhelmed Belgium 67-46 in the semifinals. https://www.jns.org/jewish-and-israeli-sports/israeli-basketball/23/7/17/303099/

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Jerusalem hosts major athletics championships

Posted on August 27, 2023

The Israeli Athletics Association hosted the 2023 European Athletics Under-20 Championships at Jerusalem’s Givat Ram Stadium. Although Israel didn’t win any medals, the prestigious event attracted almost 2,000 athletes and officials from 48 countries. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/sports/article-753732 https://worldathletics.org/competition/calendar-results/results/7147654

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Cycling legend tackles the Israel Trail

Posted on August 27, 2023

Four-time Tour de France champion, Chris Froome completed a two-day “eye-opening” cycling adventure on the Israel National Trail. Froome was amazed at “how diverse the country is in nature, in culture, it’s really just been such an energizing experience.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c28UaoQ6Duo … Continue reading →

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