THREE WINTER WEEKENDS OF TOURISM, CULTURE, FOOD AND ENTERTAINMENT IN JERUSALEM 2-4; 9-11; 16-18 DECEMBER 2010 Jerusalem will once again host its main cultural city-wide event during the first three weekends in December (Thursday through Saturday). The event is known as ‘Hamshushalayim’ – Hamshush is Hebrew slang for the long Israeli weekend of Thursday, […]
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As reported in IVC: With the state having quietly prospered as haven of innovation, key players are asking whether Asian giants might steal their high-tech thunder. It is well known that the emergence of India and China is casting a shadow on the developed economies of Europe and North America. Less famous is the challenge […]
Hear from the experts!…….Come along to the Israeli stand at EMTA TRAVEL BAZAAR. Visit the many stands where travel providers, plus airlines, with extensive knowledge of the region can chat with you about this unique and exciting area.
As reported in Globes: The Israeli economy continues to grow rapidly. The Central Bureau of Statistics reported today that gross domestic product (GDP) grew at an annual pace of 3.8% in the third quarter of 2010 – well above the analysts’ predictions of 2.5-3%. This follows 4.5% growth in the second quarter of 2010 and […]
The Holiday of Holidays festival, now in its 17th year, takes place in Haifa during the holiday season of Hanukkah, Christmas and Eid al-Adha, celebrating the three festivals and the spirit of neighborly goodness that characterizes the mixed city. Events of note during this year’s festival include an open-air exhibition on the subject of Neighborhoods; […]
The High-Tech sector in Israel has turned in the course of the last two decade into a striking economic success story, both by local and by international standards. In fact, Israel stands as one of the most prolific innovating economies, and as one of the few “Silicon Valley” types of technology centers in the world. […]
As reported in Israel21c: Approximately one out of every 2,500 people in the world suffers from a deficiency of the Alpha-1 Antitrypsin or AAT protein. Untreated, this genetic disorder – which affects the liver and lungs – is always fatal. Now an Israeli bio-pharmaceutical company has developed a more efficient treatment delivery system, holding out […]
GET IN TRAINING! FIRST JERUSALEM INTERNATIONAL MARATHON 25 MARCH 2011 The first Jerusalem International Marathon will take place on 25 March 2011, offering both amateur and professional runners the unique experience of running through a landscape rich in history and heritage, with breathtaking views and inspirational scenery. Participants can choose between three marathon routes, starting […]
As reported in Israel21c: Israelis are ready to start their engines. Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May – presenters of the Emmy-award-winning BBC TV series Top Gear about motor vehicles were seen crossing into Israel from Jordan on used roadsters in mid-October. The crew was reportedly in Israel to film an episode of the […]
Tel Aviv, Israel’s leisure, entertainment and cultural center, continues to win accolades and prizes, with this week’s announcement by the Lonely Planet Guide naming the coastal metropolis third in their list of the world’s top 10 cities. Coming in behind New York City and Tangier, Tel Aviv is hailed for its art and music scenes […]
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