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BDS fail, Jerusalem 200 years ago, new apps, Sochi and more…This week from Israel

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February 17, 2014

Beyond belief

If you’ve ever been to Israel, I assume your heart missed a beat when you first encountered the unique Israeli atmosphere and beautiful sceneries.  The same thing happened Caitlin and Arthur on their Israeli trip. Watch their video, where they talk about their “beyond belief” experience visiting Israel.

The Israel bunny who shoots hoops

Have you heard of Bini the Bunny yet? Bini the Israeli bunny has long been a viral sensation, taking his place as an animal magician among the most world's popular cats and dogs. He first appeared on the scene back in 2013, and now he has a new video, cementing his status as the most talented basketball rabbit on the planet.

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