Happy New Year in September? Yes! In Israel and around the world, Jews are celebrating the civil new year (beginning at sundown tonight), the day Hebrew tradition says the world was created 5779 years ago! They call it Rosh HaShanah, and you will hear greetings of "Shana Tovah" (We wish you a happy and sweet …
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North Americans Make Aliyah
At times we think only of European, Russian or even Ethiopian Jews when we think of aliyah (Jewish return to the homeland, Israel). But did you know Americans and Canadians are also making aliyah in significant numbers? Here is a report from CBN (Christian Broadcasting Network):
How are Muslim Communities Treated in Israel?
Israel is often accused of being an apartheid state, desiring to drive out minorities. However, that could not be further from the truth. Israel is the only country in the Middle East that actually extends the same personal and religious rights to other people groups as those extended to its Jewish citizens. Indeed, Israel's population …
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What is Iran up to…and What is Israel Doing about It?
Iran continues its nefarious activity in and around Syria and Iraq. On at least two occasions, it is believed an Iranian civilian aircraft has transported arms to Hezbollah in Lebanon and Iranian weapons factories. Routes taken by the aircraft followed unexpected routes not used by commercial airlines. The civilian airline ceased operations in 2013, but …
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