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The master regulator of aging

Posted on January 10, 2026

Researchers at Bar-Ilan University have uncovered how the longevity-linked protein Sirt6 protects the body from age-related decline and disease. It boosts the body’s production of hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) that supports wound healing, heart health and brain function. https://www.jns.org/bar-ilan-university-scientists-show-protein-helps-drive-longevity/ https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2514084122

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How melanoma disables the immune system

Posted on January 10, 2026

A breakthrough Tel Aviv University study has discovered that melanoma cells release extracellular vesicles (EVs). These tiny bubble-like structures paralyze the immune cells (lymphocytes) that normally attack tumors. Blocking the EVs will allow the lymphocytes to kill the melanoma. https://english.tau.ac.il/research/melanoma-hidden-mechanism … Continue reading →

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More Israelis now live in Gaza envelope

Posted on January 10, 2026

Over 65,000 people now live in Israel’s Gaza border region, surpassing pre-Oct 7 2023 figures, as communities rebuild and new residents arrive. 62,000 residents were evacuated from the region after the Hamas invasion. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-881899

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Mike Huckabee’s grandchildren find ancient coins

Posted on January 10, 2026

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee was touring caves with his daughter, Sarah, and grandchildren, near Na’ale in Binyamin. The children had a metal detector and unearthed five ancient coins, possibly dating to the Bar Kokhba Revolt, or the Late Roman period. … Continue reading →

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An Israeli liaison office in Damascus

Posted on January 10, 2026

A new survey by the Jewish People Policy Institute found 33% of Jewish Israelis ages 25 and under report observing more religious traditions since the war began. Among young Jews who identify as “traditional, somewhat religious,” 51% said they’ve increased … Continue reading →

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Israelis are becoming more religious

Posted on January 10, 2026

A new survey by the Jewish People Policy Institute found 33% of Jewish Israelis ages 25 and under report observing more religious traditions since the war began. Among young Jews who identify as “traditional, somewhat religious,” 51% said they’ve increased … Continue reading →

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Prize for encouraging Aliyah

Posted on January 10, 2026

Rabbi Gershon Litt received the 2025 Jeffrey R. Solomon Prize. It recognizes an exceptional Jewish communal professional who has made a profound and lasting impact on the Jewish journeys of young adults on Birthright Israel trips and through his professional … Continue reading →

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Increased Aliyah from North America

Posted on January 10, 2026

Many news outlets are saying that immigration to Israel has fallen. True, the flood of Russians and Ukrainians has slowed, but Aliya from North America is up 12% to a 4-year high of 4,150. Chief reasons are heightened feelings of … Continue reading →

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Daylight visits to Joseph’s tomb

Posted on January 10, 2026

Until recently, Jewish worshipers were only allowed to visit the tomb of Biblical Joseph in Shechem (Nablus) at night and under strict military escort. In future, they can remain at the site until 8 a.m., marking a return to early … Continue reading →

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Secrets revealed of the oldest Dead Sea scroll

Posted on January 10, 2026

The Great Isaiah Scroll, the oldest nearly complete book from the Hebrew Bible, dating back to the second century BCE, was originally created as two separate scrolls. The first 33 chapters were written on a different parchment to chapters 34 … Continue reading →

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