Is the smell of almonds closer to that of roses or bananas? Weizmann Institute scientists have now answered that question (roses) by showing for the first time that smells can … Read More Weizmann Institute Scientists Produce The First Smell Map
Author: Rivki Matan
Irena Sendler (1910-2008)
This is Irena Sendler, a courageous Polish social worker, who risked her life to save some 2,500 Jewish children during World War II. Irena Sendler repeatedly entered the Warsaw ghetto … Read More Irena Sendler (1910-2008)
Exodus Commander Yossi Harel (1919-2008)
Yossi Harel, born in Jerusalem, was the commander of the emigrant ship ‘Exodus 1947’ and later a leading member of the Israeli intelligence community. Yossi Harel tells Exodus story from … Read More Exodus Commander Yossi Harel (1919-2008)
MIDDLE EAST REFUGEES – PALESTINIAN & JEWISH
Irwin Cotler: ‘There is no moral or legal basis for the demand that Palestinian refugees be allow to return to the state of Israel’. ‘Arab League’s decision to reject Partition … Read More MIDDLE EAST REFUGEES – PALESTINIAN & JEWISH
Muhammad V – Righteous Among the Nations
During WWII (1939-45) Muhammad V protected Moroccan Jews from the Vichy occupation Heads of the Jewish community in Morocco have initiated a move calling for Muhammad V of Morocco, who … Read More Muhammad V – Righteous Among the Nations
Joseph Trumpeldor (1880-1920)
Joseph Trumpeldor was an early Zionist activist, notable for helping organize the Zion Mule Corps and bringing Jewish immigrants to Palestine. Trumpeldor was fatally wounded while defending the settlement Tel-Hai against … Read More Joseph Trumpeldor (1880-1920)
Secretary of Schindler moves to Israel
92 years old Mimi Reinhard was the secretary of Oskar Schindler, a German industrialist who saved hundreds of Jews from Nazi persecution Mimi Reinhard, who is now 92 years old, … Read More Secretary of Schindler moves to Israel
More Than One-Million Jewish Refugees
More than one million Jewish refugees were forced to flee Arab countries. One of the thorniest issues in the upcoming Israeli-Palestinian negotiations will be the refugee question, on both sides. … Read More More Than One-Million Jewish Refugees
IRANIAN PEOPLE VS. THE BOMB
Menashe Amir: ‘Opposition Is Mounting In Iran To President Ahmadinejad’s Nuclear Weapons Program’ ‘Ahmadinejad’s Firing Of Nuclear Negotiator Larijani Signals Rift In Country’s Leadership’ ‘Determined International Campaign On Various Fronts … Read More IRANIAN PEOPLE VS. THE BOMB
Choreographer Rina Schenfeld
The Emet Prize is awarded to Rina Schenfeld for being a dancer, teacher and productive and innovative choreographer and a curious researcher. She has contributed greatly to Israeli dance through … Read More Choreographer Rina Schenfeld