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The latest issue of beautiful Israeli stamps includes Markets (Jerusalem, Acre and Jaffa); the Knesset Building; Israel Memorial Day; Israel-Spain: 30 Years of diplomatic relations; Bridge of Strings Jerusalem; Israeli achievements (Digital prepress & printing); Seasons – Spring.

Two Israeli divers have uncovered a treasure trove of ancient artifacts that made their way to the sea bed when a merchant ship sank off the coast of Caesarea some 1600-years ago.  Many Roman bronzes in perfect condition were described as of great historical importance.

The video promotion for the track “Up & Up” from Coldplay’s new album “A Head Full of Dreams”, was directed by Israelis Vania Heymann and Gal Muggia.  Coldplay's lead singer Chris Martin raved about the two Israelis on Beats 1 radio, saying, “it's one of the best videos people have made.”

The Society (Council) for the Preservation (Conservation) of Heritage Sites in Israel invites all to celebrate Israel's "Heritage Week" from May 20th-28th by joining tours and events from the Upper Galilee, to Tel Aviv and Beer Sheva.

Israel21c invites guests to the “must-click” online exhibition “18 Ways Israel is Changing the World”. It spans from cancer sniffing devices to Israelis who help Syrians; from latest role models to water scarcity solutions.

Vanishing Valley, House of Aloe Vera, Peace Road, Yotvata Chocolate Trail and other treasures beckon from this long strip of desert filled with B&B lodges. You can enjoy archaeology, Bedouin hospitality, eco-art, hiking, biking, riding, farms, birdwatching and ice-cream workshops.

A 2-hour tour every Tuesday explores Tel Aviv’s vibrant food scene, home to the trendiest eateries in the entire Middle East.  The $39 fee includes guiding, tasting and water.

Organizers say the 150 gravity-defying balance enthusiasts in Tel Aviv’s Habima Square formed the world's largest outdoor flash mob of its kind.  The fact that it took place only three days after a terror attack on the Tel Aviv boardwalk shows just how much Israelis love life.

Israel’s Ron Atias, ranked 80 in the world, won the taekwondo under-58 kg silver medal at the European Championships in Montreux, Switzerland.  World No. 2 Rui Braganca of Portugal edged Atias in the final, after three rounds ended tied at 2-2. Atias is aiming for gold at the Rio Olympics.

A delegation of Israeli youth won 12 medals in an international Shinkyokushin Karate event in Lucerne, Switzerland, overcoming a team from Iran along the way. Over 300 competitors from 18 countries took part in the event.