A Tale of Two Cities
There is only one Jerusalem. And there is only one Tel-Aviv. Both cities dominate the Israeli landscape, while each of them represents different aspects of the country. Jerusalem is the capital. The heart of Judaism, and the largest city in …
Breaking News — Israeli politics on the verge of a microphone
Ehud Barak gathered a dramatic press conference, and for the fourth time in the past year, told the media that he's serious this time: "Olmert should resign".
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If Only Cancer was a Sign of Progress
A report published by the Ministry of Health a few days ago determines that the new leading cause of death in Israel is cancer. Previously, this dubious title
God Can You Hear Me?
We all need a little help sometimes when talking to God. Thanks Mom
Anthem to Israeli Artists in Europe
Last week, an Israeli student film won first prize in the prestigious Cannes Festival in France. The short film "Anthem" (Himnon) was directed by Elad Keidan, a young
Heir to the Throne
As Olmert is plunging into the claws of another corruption investigation, talk is spreading as to who's gonna replace him when the time comes. And my friends, the
Israel Celebrates its 60th Ringtone
Art and commercial interests have long been good buddies. Singers and painters always need a wealthy sponsor if they want to have the time to concentrate solely on
Hurray! Peace with Syria – Political Commentary by Ashley
Wait a second – Weren’t we at war with them? What does it mean to announce peace talks with a regime that we vastly outgun in military matters
Sex and the Orthodox City
An Israeli Billboard company demands to take out the sex from the "Sex and the City" posters displayed in Jerusalem and Petah Tikva. The new and highly
“Where they burn books, they will ultimately also burn people”
The quote above is taken from a 1821 play by Heinrich Heine called "Almansor". In the play itself, the quote is referring to the burning of the Muslim
Bush in the Knesset
This last Thursday, President George Bush gave an historical speech in front of the Israeli parliament. Bush has paid a three-day visit to Israel in honor of Israel's
Channel 10 — the true Survivor
Up until 2002, there was only one commercial broadcasting television channel licensed to operate in Israel. There were already many niche channels transmitting via the cable networks (which
Writers’ Conference
Before all attention is deflected to President George W. Bush's visit to Jerusalem today, the capital is hosting its annual Writers' Conference, one of Israel's leading literary events,
Spunky News
Israeli people are known for their sauciness and their "spunk". They have the boldness to strive for success and to invent breakthrough enterprises. A good example for this
Lebanon: Who’s in Charge There?
Recent fighting in Beirut and other parts of Lebanon has made many wonder who is really in charge there. The fighting began several days ago following a clamp














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