Monthly Archives: March 2024

Jerusalem’s first Purim parade in 4 decades

Posted on March 25, 2024

Despite the war, Jerusalem will host its first Purim parade since 1982 on Shushan Purim 25th March. It will include 30 floats and seven musical stages along the 1km downtown route. Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion said it is “a victory … Continue reading →

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Global hour of Jewish Unity

Posted on March 25, 2024

A global service of solidarity on Mar 21 was streamed live from the Kotel (Western Wall). The hour of psalms and please for the release of the hostages kidnapped by Hamas culminated with the simultaneous recitation of the Shema prayer.  … Continue reading →

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Solidarity mission to Israel

Posted on March 25, 2024

This May, join the Friends of the IDF for a truly unforgettable mission to spend Israel’s Memorial Day and Independence Day on Israeli soil with her protectors. Spend Shabbat in Jerusalem; private meeting with Israel’s President; Yom haZikaron at the … Continue reading →

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Virtual tour – the return to Zion

Posted on March 25, 2024

An immersive virtual tour (one-hour on Zoom) exploring the profound impact of Persian rule on ancient Israel and its enduring influence on the symbols of Zionism. https://www.nbn.org.il/events/virtual-tour-the-return-to-zion-post-purim/ https://www.museumtours.co.il/event-details/virtual-tour-return-to-zion

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Directing $800 million of donations to Israel

Posted on March 25, 2024

North American Jewish response to the Gaza war has been phenomenal. Jeff Schoenfeld, co-chair of the Israel Emergency Allocations Committee, is busy allocating $800 million of funds raised by Jewish Federations of North America and other institutions. https://jweekly.com/2024/03/13/the-man-directing-800m-in-post-oct-7-donations-to-israel-on-where-the-money-goes/

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Technion UK solidarity trip to Israel

Posted on March 25, 2024

UK readers can join Technion UK (May 6 – 10), for the “Solidarity trip to Israel”. Experience Israel’s innovative spirit firsthand through privileged encounters with pioneering startups, interactive sessions at the Technion Institute and adventure into the heart of Israel’s … Continue reading →

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Israel Prize for heroes

Posted on March 25, 2024

The Israel Prize for civilian heroism will be awarded to Menachem & Elchanan Kalmanson and Itiel Zohar, for saving over 100 lives on Oct 7. They named themselves “Team Elchanan” in honor of Elchanan Kalmanson, who died in the rescue … Continue reading →

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The winds of change

Posted on March 17, 2024

Israel’s entry in the Eurovision song contest had to be changed, as the European Broadcasting Authority objected to the original lyrics referring to Oct 7.  Let’s hope that the new version, entitled “Hurricane”, blows the audience away! https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/386542 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QV_NQ5F_iXY&

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Tour de Taiwan first stage winner

Posted on March 17, 2024

Israeli cyclist Itamar Einhorn of Israel Premier – Tech Cycling Team, won the opening stage of the Tour de Taiwan in Tapei, becoming the first Israeli to wear the yellow jacket in one of Asia’s oldest races. https://unitedwithisrael.org/israeli-cyclist-wins-opening-stage-of-tour-de-taiwan-in-tapei/

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Top pizza restaurants

Posted on March 17, 2024

Two Israeli pizzerias have been selected to be featured in the annual 50 Top Pizza ranking in the Asia-Pacific category. The Fresca pizzeria from Kibbutz Afikim, located south of the Sea of Galilee, was ranked 37th in the guide, and … Continue reading →

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