Monthly Archives: June 2024

Seinfeld deals with hecklers

Audiences at Jerry Seinfeld standup shows probably look forward to the way he handles anti-Israel protestors. He got laughter and applause for quips such as “It’s a comedy show, you moron. Get out of here.” and “tell who’s ever running … Continue reading

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Ruling the waves

Israel won gold and silver in the women’s 200-meter individual medley at the European Aquatics Championships in Belgrade. Anastasia Gorbenko took first place – her 4th gold at the event. Teammate Lea Polonsky, 22, was 2nd and qualified for the … Continue reading

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Bring them home

The car that Israel’s top NASCAR racer Alon Day will drive on July 6 will display “Chai” (Hebrew for “Life”) and feature a striking blue-and-white wrap. For promotional events, his car is inlaid with a Star of David and the … Continue reading

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Tour de France 2024

The Israel-Premier Tech cycling team is preparing for its fifth Tour de France competition beginning this weekend. The team won three stages in previous events. Team owner Sylvan Adams presented Israel’s President Herzog with a team jersey that will proudly … Continue reading

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Check out JR’s entertainment sites

Jacob Richman has updated several of his websites guaranteed to keep up your spirits during these difficult times.  They include Hebrew songs and commercials, Funny English videos, Jewish cartoons, Clever humor, and the 48th anniversary of the Entebbe rescue. Plus … Continue reading

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Fresh Paint 2024

Israel’s largest art event, Fresh Paint will take place in Tel Aviv (July 3-8). It will comprise 40 exhibits set in gyms and outdoor tennis courts, showcasing the works of dozens of participating artists. https://www.timesofisrael.com/this-years-fresh-paint-art-fair-takes-the-temperature-of-israeli-society/

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Agrifood tech startups are thriving

Despite the war, Israel’s agrifood tech sector is thriving with 400 companies and nearly $100 million oof private funding in Quarter 1, 2024. Many companies have relocated from Northern Israel to the center and food security has become a major … Continue reading

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Ready to leap higher

Gilad Lando, CEO of Israel’s Smart Resilin (see here previously), explains the unique process to make 500 grams a month of its revolutionary elastic material. He hopes that by partnering with Acies Bio of Slovenia this will increase to a … Continue reading

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Startup investment – to 30/6/24

Fetcherr raised $90 million; Sensi.ai raised $31 million; Illumex raised $13 million.

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Exits, acquisitions and mergers to 30/6/24

“Frog” eats “Duck” Israel’s JFrog has acquired Israel’s Qwak for $230 million.

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