Monthly Archives: November 2023

Reciting kiddush in a tank

Posted on November 12, 2023

IDF soldiers on their way into Gaza don’t forget about Shabbat and recite a heartfelt kiddush prayer. They also request divine protection for the IDF, for their Givati brigade and for peace. https://worldisraelnews.com/watch-idf-soldiers-recite-shabbat-kiddush-prayer-inside-a-tank-on-way-to-gaza/

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Good news on Jerusalem’s Streets

Posted on November 12, 2023

I apologize to Sharon, but I hadn’t been expecting any good news on the streets of Jerusalem.  This article from two weeks ago highlights huge flags, weddings, Bat Mitzvot, messages of “Am Yisrael Chai”, volunteering, donating, Arab families, plus support … Continue reading →

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Israeli-Arab teams’ silence for Oct 7 victims

Posted on November 12, 2023

Israeli soccer teams Umm Al Fahm and Kafr Qasim observed a 1-minute silence for the victims of Oct 7 prior to their match. “Wishing for better and beautiful days, for Arabs and Jews alike,” said a statement from Umm al-Fahm … Continue reading →

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Judoka silvers

Posted on November 12, 2023

Israeli judokas were able to bring some pride to the nation last weekend as Gili Sharir and Raz Hershko both took home the silver medals while Inbar Lanir captured bronze at the European Championships held in Montpellier, France. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/sports/article-771953

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Open for trade

Posted on November 12, 2023

Ashdod is Israel’s largest port.  Just 20km from Gaza, and under constant rocket fire, it is operating 24/7, unloading cargo essential for Israel’s economy. https://www.israel21c.org/israels-largest-seaport-resolves-to-stay-afloat-through-war/

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Free empathic robot in Florida

Posted on November 12, 2023

The AI-powered companion ElliQ (see here previously) created by Israeli startup Intuition Robotics is being offered free to eligible adults over 60 in Coral Springs and Broward County South Florida. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hGcH1B1Nzx4 https://southfloridahospitalnews.com/aaabc-brings-elliq-ai-care-companion-technology-to-older-adults-in-broward-county/ https://www.adrcbroward.org/elliq

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Investment in Israeli startups – to 12/11/23

Posted on November 12, 2023

Next Insurance raised $265 million; Myrror Security raised $6 million;

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Palo Alto acquires two Israeli startups

Posted on November 12, 2023

US tech giant Palo Alto is taking over Israel’s Talon Cyber Security (see here previously) for at least $600 million. The announcement comes a week after Palo Alto announced the acquisition of another Israeli startup Dig Security (see here previously) … Continue reading →

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Ormat powers up in the US

Posted on November 12, 2023

For $271 million, Israel’s Ormat Technologies (see here previously) has bought six US energy sites in Utah, Nevada, Connecticut, and California. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ormat-acquire-contracted-operating-geothermal-113000200.html

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Exploring for gas in a war

Posted on November 12, 2023

Israel’s war against Hamas has not deterred foreign companies from continuing to search for new oil and gas deposits in Israeli waters. The Energy ministry has awarded 12 licenses to six companies, including BP and ENI, for natural gas exploration … Continue reading →

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