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Agreements with Ukraine

Posted on September 1, 2019

The visit of Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu to Ukraine led to the signing of agreements on trade, hi-tech, agriculture, patents, education, culture, language study, sports and youth. Each country will open hi-tech centers in the other’s country. https://worldisraelnews.com/netanyahu-lands-in-ukraine-will-further-strengthen-the-excellent-connection/

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Alzheimer’s treatment also benefits autistic children

Posted on September 1, 2019

Israeli researchers at Sheba Medical Center have found that a medication used to treat Alzheimer’s patients also has strong therapeutic effects on autistic children. 60 such children were given Donepezil and Cholin for six months and their language skills improved … Continue reading →

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MDA teaches Arabic to volunteers

Posted on April 30, 2017

In order to better serve Jerusalem’s Arabic-speaking population, Israeli emergency medical service Magen David Adom is offering Arabic-language instruction to volunteers. 40 volunteers in the Jerusalem district have signed up for the first session of courses. http://www.jewishpress.com/news/breaking-news/magen-david-adom-to-offer-arabic-courses-for-volunteers/2017/03/07/

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Atletico Madrid has Israeli sponsor

Posted on January 11, 2015

Israeli online trading provider Plus500 will feature on the back of the shirts of Spanish soccer champions Atletico Madrid.  Plus500’s platform is based on proprietary technology, is accessible from multiple operating systems and has been translated into over 31 languages. … Continue reading →

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63 special bar & bat mitzvot

Posted on December 15, 2013

Boys and girls from all over Israel gathered under the auspices of the International Young Israel Movement (IYIM) – Israel to celebrate their Bar and Bat Mitzvot. Every one of the 63 participants was deaf or hearing impaired. http://www.jewishpress.com/news/breaking-news/saying-mazal-tov-in-sign-language/2013/12/11/

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Better English for Israeli kids

Posted on December 15, 2013

Israeli and UK education ministers signed an agreement promoting English studies in Israel. A national plan developed by the British Council, includes joint seminars and on-line tools to help improve the professionalism and English language skills of hundreds of Israeli … Continue reading →

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Israeli program to help children of AIDS patients

Posted on May 12, 2013

Professor Pnina Klein of Bar-Ilan University has developed an innovative in-home training program for caregivers and HIV-infected mothers. Children in their care gained significantly improved language skills, memory and cognitive abilities. http://www.shalomlife.com/health/19217/bar-ilan-university-program-improves-lives-of-children-of-aids-patients/

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