Monthly Archives: December 2025

Israel invests in US Jewish education

Posted on December 28, 2025

Israel is to invest millions of dollars in Jewish education in the U.S. after seven pilot programs showed “unprecedented” growth in enrollment in participating schools. Israel invests in the Diaspora, as it is the “Nation State of the Jewish People” … Continue reading →

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1,000 Christian leaders visit Shiloh

Posted on December 28, 2025

The 1,000 pastors reported last week (see here) also went to see the site of the Hebrews’ Tabernacle when it was first brought to the Land of Israel by Joshua. Friends of Zion founder Mike Evans emphasized that Shilo, in … Continue reading →

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Israel to host home Davis Cup tennis matches

Posted on December 28, 2025

Israel’s national tennis team will host a Davis Cup playoff in February for the first time since 7 Oct 2023. The evemt, against Lithuania, is scheduled to take place on Feb. 6-7 at the Arena Hall in Netanya as part … Continue reading →

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Ex-hostage has Brit Milah in Russia

Posted on December 28, 2025

Maxim Herkin, recently freed from Hamas captivity, underwent a circumcision ceremony in Moscow. Chief Rabbi of Russia Rabbi Berel Lazar presided over the ceremony, offering a blessing and granting Herkin the name Zalman Zelig in honor of his maternal grandfather. … Continue reading →

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Gal Gadot wins 2026 Genesis Prize

Posted on December 14, 2025

Israeli actress Gal Gadot will be awarded the 2026 Genesis Prize that honors Jewish contributions to humanity. She said she was humbled, and will donate her $1 million prize to organizations that will help Israelis heal, rebuild, and recover, after … Continue reading →

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All-time highest scoring NBA Israeli

Posted on December 14, 2025

Israel’s Deni Avdija scored 35 points for Portland Trail Blazers in their loss to the Detroit Pistons. His consolation was that he became the highest ever Israeli scorer in the NBA, surpassing Omri Caspi’s total of 4,642 points. He averages … Continue reading →

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Jerusalem chess championship attracts hundreds

Posted on December 14, 2025

The Jerusalem Open Rapid Chess Championship drew 450 competitors from 38 countries, including some that typically avoid participating in Israeli events. The Museum of Tolerance was chosen as an awe-inspiring venue to bring people together. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/culture/article-879185

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Sweet home, Jerusalem

Posted on December 14, 2025

From Dec 14-21, the Municipality of Jerusalem is holding a “Sweet JLM” Festival on Armon Hanatziv Promenade from 5pm to 10pm. It will feature stalls offering all kinds of sweets; a giant illuminated menorah; and a musical laser show over … Continue reading →

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Movies in the desert

Posted on December 14, 2025

Israel’s Negev desert is becoming the new base of Israel’s film industry. It’s also being used as a tool to drive economic growth in Israel’s south. Many film makers are showing Israel in a good light, such as with “Fauda” … Continue reading →

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“One Day In October” screens in Miami

Posted on December 14, 2025

The Lawfare Project joined a packed audience in Miami Beach for an exclusive screening of the acclaimed HBO Max series “One Day in October.” The event featured hostage survivor Omer Shemtov who was held in Hamas captivity for 505 days. … Continue reading →

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