Another Iron Dome for the South
A third battery is to be deployed to protect Israelis from Gaza terrorists’ rockets (160 were fired in the last two weeks). Of those directly threatening civilians, 93% were shot down.
Breeding cows that can defend themselves
It is not only the Israeli Sabra that needs to be tough in today’s world. Israelis are crossbreeding local cattle with breeds like the Texas Longhorn in order to resist rustlers.
Wrestler, optician, writer and Rabbi
Not four people, but separate successful careers enjoyed by Rafael Halperin, who passed away recently at the age of 87.
“A place for forgiveness” is the name of the current nighttime tour of the City of David
During the Hebrew month of Elul, it provides an authentic musical experience, in preparation for the Jewish New Year.
Finally some humour, but with a serious side to it
In the style of British comic actor John Cleese, this video clip asks “What has Israel ever done for Peace?”
See the miracle of Israel
Don’t read about Glenn Beck. Watch him and make up your own mind.
Bad news is good news
There is a saying that everything happens for the good. Meir Dimri suffered a heart attack but escaped with his life as he was recovering in hospital when a Gaza rocket hit his Beersheva home.
Paul Newman’s legacy for Israel
A camp belonging to the deceased actor opens to Israeli kids who are terminally ill, or suffer from genetic or chronic diseases. It is the first of its kind in the Middle East.
Keeping greenhouse gases down
The Israeli government has allocated NIS 151 million for projects that aim to reduce emissions. It supports Israel’s commitment given at the Copenhagen summit in Dec 2009.
Uncovering the largest city in Canaan
Hazor was so important, it was burned down three times. First by Joshua, then by Deborah and finally by the Assyrians. Now Israeli archaeologists are raising it from the ashes.