Monthly Archives: September 2023

Sailing for Change

Posted on September 3, 2023

The non-profit Mifrasim, (“Sails” in Hebrew) is helping those at risk or in need address their challenges through “maritime group therapy”. Mifrasim purchased Challenge ’67, a 67-foot steel-hulled yacht which enables individuals to gain confidence and develop sailing, communication, and … Continue reading →

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Constant change on Jerusalem streets

Posted on September 3, 2023

Jerusalem of Gold could also be called Jerusalem of Change. The skyline and the seasons are always changing; so are the flowers, the pavements, Shaare Medical Center, the hotels, the Skatepark, First Station, the skaters in the Ice Rink, and … Continue reading →

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New immigrants dance at the airport

Posted on September 3, 2023

The arrival at Ben Gurion International airport of 215 immigrants from the US and Canada sparked emotional reunions and dancing in one of the terminals. The flight included 45 future lone soldiers, 7 doctors and 15 health professionals. 29,293 Olim … Continue reading →

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Kosher cruises from Haifa

Posted on September 3, 2023

An article about Royal Caribbean’s cruises out of Haifa on the Rhapsody of the Seas and (2024) Jewel of the Seas. Up to 400 of the 2500 passengers can sign up for the Fresh Kosher food program run by Rabbi … Continue reading →

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Israelis win video game final in Saudi

Posted on September 3, 2023

Israelis Shahar Shoshan and Lotan Giladi were part of the 5-person Vitality team that won $400,000 in the final of the Counterstrike event at the Gamer8 tournament in Saudi Arabia. The video and screenshot show Giladi’s keyboard on which he … Continue reading →

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Marathon runner wins World silver medal

Posted on September 3, 2023

History was made when Marhu Teferi won Israel’s first-ever silver medal in the men’s marathon at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest. His 2hr 9min time was also a new Israeli record. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2X_xhfxh02w https://unitedwithisrael.org/a-run-to-remember-israel-seizes-first-silver-in-mens-marathon/  

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Ju-Jitsu medals

Posted on September 3, 2023

Israel’s Lia Shalev, Guy Burshtein and Michal Baly won gold medals at the Ju-Jitsu Youth World Championships in Kazakhstan. Roi Shtoff and May Daniel won silver medals and Zohar Sela, Erez Malka, Ayman Halabi, Noga Reshef, and Maya Day won … Continue reading →

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Real Madrid opens Jerusalem soccer clinic

Posted on September 3, 2023

Spanish soccer club Real Madrid opened its youth training camp in Jerusalem. It welcomed 450+ teenage players from Israel, Morocco, Jordan, and the Palestinian Authority. https://www.jns.org/jewish-and-israeli-sports/soccer/23/7/25/305353/

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Sussita – Israel’s new National Park

Posted on September 3, 2023

The Hellenistic / Roman / Byzantine city of Hippos (Sussita in Hebrew) was established over 2,300 years ago in the Golan Heights. The new Sussita National Park (see here previously) offers a glimpse of ancient life there. https://www.israel21c.org/marvel-at-ancient-ruins-sea-views-atop-a-new-national-park/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I56y336sbIU

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New grants for Israeli Arab entrepreneurs

Posted on September 3, 2023

The Israel Innovation Authority has announced new grants for innovative programs to train entrepreneurs in research and medical institutions with at least 50% representation from Israel’s Arab community. The Human Capital for High-Tech Fund is offering up to 70% of … Continue reading →

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