Exploring Jerusalem without leaving home
Want to visit Jerusalem but currently don't have the time or money to travel to Israel? Thanks to the wonders of the 21st century, you can experience the wonders and magic of Jerusalem without leaving home. Just click on the link and go on a virtual tour. That is, until you can experience the real thing…
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A house to visit
Miriam and Theo Siebenber's house is nothing but ordinary. Their place of residence, purchased after the Six Day War, was discovered to contain a treasure trove of history buried deep underground. After years of digging in the basement, they now present a collection of archaeological artifacts that appear on display. Arrowheads, inkwells, coins, ancient pottery, a glass cup and pieces of jewelry including a bronze key ring, likely used in the Second Temple era by a woman to unlock her jewelry box, can all be seen in their display. But even more intriguing is the remains of an ancient Jewish residence and a way of life one can see when visiting this special house. The remains date back to the days of King Solomon and the Second Temple period.
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Britain searches for the next big startup. Will it be an Israeli one?
When we read about Britain and Israel, it usually involves calls for BDS, but as it turns out, there is still some good news to tell about the relationship between the two countries. London has come up with a Million Pound Startup contest, in which one lucky company, out of the 700 competing, will win one million Pounds, as well as free marketing, legal and mentor services from the contest’s sponsors. So far, 15 Israeli startups signed in, in hoping to get in business with the British.
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Israelis for Syrian children
A new Israeli- origin Facebook group, founded last week, decided to fight for those who cannot fight for themselves. Members of “Israelis for the children of Syria” protest in front of foreign embassies in Israel, calling for the world to step in and take action in Syria. The group in connected to the Il4Syrians organization: “The organization is a not-for-profit, volunteer-based, Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) that delivers lifesaving aid to communities affected by natural disasters and human conflict.
We operate in places where local regimes prevent entry of formal international humanitarian organizations. We focus on countries that lack diplomatic relations with Israel, transcending differences, including prejudices, race, nationality, religion and creed.
We are a group of Israeli citizens who love their homeland and believe in a Jewish tradition and culture that values a compassionate, open-minded respect for the sanctity of human life and dignity. We believe we are blessed to be born in a democratic country that enables its citizens to travel to challenging and dangerous places.”
Googling Peres
Last Monday, President Peres visited Google Israel’s main R&D center in Tel Aviv, and was more than impressed with what he saw. After touring the place and meeting with the employees, he said that Google is launching a new paradigm for the corporate world, and for life in general. He also addressed the recent suspicions that Google is cooperated with the National Security Agency.
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Tel-Aviv's arts and crafts fair
Planning to visit Israel this holiday season? Don't miss Nachlat Binyamin – Tel Aviv's arts and crafts fair: