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Yossi Shohan of Beersheba was killed in August by a rocket fired by Gaza terrorists. On Yom Kippur, his widow gave birth to a son.

Over 130 Righteous Gentiles who saved Jews during WW2 have just emerged in Israel. They had decided, post-war, to immigrate to the Jewish State rather than remain in Europe.

Here is an article featuring the top 10 public gardens in the Jewish State.

As the downturn grinds on in the USA, more ambitious young professionals have been lured by Israel’s robust economy. In 2010, nearly 4,000 North Americans made aliya, more than any year since 1973.

In a James Bond-style operation, eleven important Jewish works, some dating back 1,000 years were spirited out of Damascus and are now in the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

Another great article summarising Israel’s achievements. “Boycotting Israel – a crime against humanity” by Ben-Dror Yemini.

Cheer yourself up with this article which analyses the latest Israeli satisfaction survey and concludes that despite what might be in store for us in the coming year, we still love our little country.

Results from last school year's exams showed a significant jump in achievement in the core subjects of math, English, science and technology and mother-tongue studies.

Has Michael lost his senses? Don’t fret – it’s a spoof film clip of sharks, vultures and squirrels that certain madmen are claiming to be Israeli spies. It would be hilarious, if only millions didn’t believe it.

Rabbi Moshe Black, director of Bayit Yehudit, says that in light of numerous requests from the kibbutz and moshav movements this year, there is a great need for volunteers to participate in, and lead prayers, in these communities.