Israel has been automatically slotted in the second semifinal of the 2011 Eurovision Song Contest since the first falls on Israeli Memorial Day.
The semifinal slots are allocated by a special drawing, which will be held in January.
Israel would have withdrawn from the contest if it had not been assured of the May 12 semifinal.
Israel withdrew in 1980 and 1984 because the contest conflicted with the observance of its Memorial Day, or Yom Hazikaron.
In the midst of an ugly and hellish war zone, a soldier insists on retaining a relic of beauty, a relic of her normal life, a relic that reminds her that war doesn’t define her.
It almost makes sense, except that war never makes sense…
Today, what’s rotten in the state of Denmark is the integrity of the country’s leaders.
Huck’s journey was Twain’s journey, but it extended beyond humanizing the Blacks to the Jews as well.
Taste Buds with Deb – Episode 122
JFSLA’s Community Impact Network aims to inspire and equip young adults to lead social change
A digital series produced by ILTV and sponsored by Israel Bonds is amplifying passionate voices speaking up for Israel
Mark Gerson’s new book, “God Was Right,” offers a continuous dance between ancient wisdom and modern science, and comes out with practical lessons on virtually every aspect of life.
As Jew-haters continue to separate us from America, there’s no better moment to reaffirm our bond with this country than the anniversary of King’s defining speech.
Perhaps it’s time to make amends not only with guns, but also with the millions of our fellow Americans who carry them.
Where are the men and women of courage and moral clarity, like Émile Zola, who recognize biblical scapegoating in the world’s condemnation of Israel?
