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Life in Israel
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my thoughts and comments on life in Israel, ranging from cultural issues to political issues with anything and everything in between.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 13076 )
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Cinema City Jerusalem to Be Closed on Shabbos
In case you are wondering what happened with the Supreme Court hearing yesterday, Purim, regarding the petition to open the new Cinema City movie theater in... Read more
Posted on 17 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Auschwitz Tattoo Equipment Found in Poland
this is a fascinating historical find - the metal stamps used for tattooing the Jewish inmates at Auschwitz has recently been found in Poland. Read more
Posted on 17 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
David Cameron in Israel (video)
David Cameron, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, was here in Israel last week. The Knesset held a special session in his honor.. Here are some clips from hi... Read more
Posted on 17 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Coming Soon: Pharrell Williams - Happy Jerusalem (video)
they are now putting together a Pharell Williams - Happy Jerusalem video, after having published recently a Tel Aviv version.. Read more
Posted on 14 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Constant Smile (video)
For your Purim 2014 pleasure. We present this new video "Constant Smile." It is a Purim Parody based on the Soggy Bottom Boys version of "A Man of Constant... Read more
Posted on 14 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Give Matanot L'Evyonim to Lemaan Achai - Smart Chesed - Online!
don't want to go out much in all this rain and cold? you can give your matanot l'evyonim anyway from the ease of your office/bedroom/toilet/couch or wherever yo... Read more
Posted on 14 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
You Can't Sling Mud Without Getting Yourself Dirty
(I probably should not be posting this as my point will surely be misunderstood) A well-known Israeli lawyer, Yoram Sheftel, was on the radio cursing out Rav... Read more
Posted on 13 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Picture of the Day
so far this is the most creative Purim costume I have seen this year... ------------------------------------------------------ Reach thousands of readers with... Read more
Posted on 13 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Headline of the Day
Roseanne hints at possible aliyah --Times of Israel Roseanne Barr might make aliya???? Think she might consider living in Bet Shemesh? the shocking news began... Read more
Posted on 13 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Belz Didn't Say Tachanun After Abutbol's Victory in Bet Shemesh
hmmmm. according to this article in Bechadrei, the Admor of Belz instructed his people to not say Tachanun on Wednesday due to the celebration of the electoral... Read more
Posted on 13 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Quote of the Day
It is a Purim miracle, the month of Adar is a month of legal successes. in this situation there was a seller who received money and sold [his house] and then... Read more
Posted on 13 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Court to Debate on Purim the Opening Cinema CIty in Jerusalem on Shabbos
The opening of the new movie theater in Jerusalem has been a source of conflict between communities. The haredi community wanted it closed on Shabbos, some of... Read more
Posted on 13 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Don't Run Away, Just Run (video)
this is a cute ad for the Jerusalem Marathon.. though I think registration is closed... ) ------------------------------------------------------ Reach... Read more
Posted on 13 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Rocking Rosh Chodesh Adar II Halel with Eli Beer & Chevra - March 2, 2014 (video)
Amazing Rosh Chodesh Halel led by Eli Beer for Rosh Chodesh Adar II on March 2, 2014 in Woodmere. Eliav Frei hosted as always and the chevra brought guitars,... Read more
Posted on 13 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Interesting Posts #536
starting off with an ad, of sorts (affiliate link, not an actual ad) - if you will be coming to Israel for the holidays are are already planning a summer trip o... Read more
Posted on 12 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
New Draft Law Passes
With the government insisting that all coalition members vote along with party discipline, the final draft of the new Draft Law that sets the new guidelines... Read more
Posted on 12 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Beit Hashalom Goes Back to Jewish Hands!
6 or 7 years ago there was a dispute in Hebron.. it seems there is always a dispute in Hebron, but this is specifically referring to a house that was purchased... Read more
Posted on 12 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
No Election Recap
change of plans... I have decided to not write, at least not at this time, my thoughts of the election results. There will be plenty to write about later, even... Read more
Posted on 12 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Congratulations Mayor of Bet Shemesh Moshe Abutbol
Congratulations to Moshe Abutbol on winning a close race for the mayorship of Bet Shemesh. will post any interesting numbers and thoughts tomorrow (actually,... Read more
Posted on 12 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY -
Interesting Psak: the Selfie
The selfie. SelfieFrom Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia A selfie is a type of self-portrait photograph, typically taken with a hand-held digital camera or camer... Read more
Posted on 11 March 2014 RELIGION, SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY
