Israeli scientist at Moroccan conference
Dr. Doron Markel, chief scientist of Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael-Jewish National Fund represented KKL-JNF at a conference on water, energy, food and ecology in Rabat. He presented the Ma’ale Gilboa agrivoltaic project, which uses land for solar energy production and agriculture.
What’s army life like in the haredi brigade
Haredi recruits in the IDF’s new Hashmonaim Brigade share their experiences of training, spiritual growth and adjusting to military life. Despite initial challenges, many are committed to serving and see it as a meaningful way to contribute to Israel's security.
Breaking down stereotypes
Tamer Masudin, a Muslim Arab from Israel, broke down classic stereotypes and tropes about the country, describing how united the nation and land are.
Israel repairs Thai’s teeth
Hamas terrorists hit one of the five Thai hostages with a weapon and broke his teeth. On his release from captivity he underwent rehabilitation at the Shamir Medical Center in Be'er Yaakov. Israel will continue to finance his dental treatment in Thailand and pay all five a NIS 9,000 per month stipend.
IDF helps save LA from wildfires
During the US nighttime, a hi-tech unit of IDF’s Home Front Command analyzed California wildfire data and prepared detailed operational assessments for the next day's firefighting. They consolidated all information including detailed mapping of fire zones, key sites, and power infrastructure.
Less corruption here; not so elsewhere
Israel improved in the latest annual Corruption Perceptions Index published by Transparency International. It rose to 30th out of 180 countries surveyed. 47 countries fell to their worst ranking since the index began in 2012, including the USA, France, Germany and Canada.
Vote for Israel
Laura B suggests that readers could boost the winning chances of Israeli destinations, hotels, companies, etc. by voting for them in the Travel & Leisure 2025 World’s Best Awards.
US honors Iron Dome developer
Israel’s Daniel Gold, the original head of Israel’s Iron Dome development project, has been elected to the US National Academy of Engineering, part of the US National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine - one of the highest professional accolades for an engineer.
Training US security in mass casualty events
ZAKA, the Israeli volunteer emergency response organization, has signed a memorandum of understanding with the US National Sheriffs’ Association (NSA) to train US law enforcement agencies in the respectful handling of victims of terrorism and mass casualty events.
A diamond in the rough?
An Israeli delegation, including members of the Israel Diamond Exchange, participated in the inaugural International Diamond and Gem Conference (Jan. 29-31) held in Qatar. The event aimed to develop new ideas, due to changes in the supply chain and consumer preferences.