5 things to know about Israel’s attention-grabbing COVID-19 vaccination spree
(JTA) — Israel is making headlines for its response to COVID-19 — again. Early on in the pandemic, Israel was lauded for its tough lockdown…
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Jonathan Pollard arrives in Israel 35 years after arrest for spying
by CNAAN LIPHSHIZ (JTA) — Some 35 years after his arrest for spying for Israel, Jonathan Pollard arrived in the country on December 20, 2020,…
It’s (almost) official: As key deadline approaches, Israel on verge of 4th elections in 2 years
by Gabe Friedman (JTA) — Barring an unexpected last-minute deal, Israel’s government will likely dissolve this week after a bill to delay a crucial budget…
Canadian Magen David Adom laser-focused on fundraising and education
by the J.ca staff (TheJ.ca) – From their home base in Calgary, the western region of Canadian Magan David Adom (CMDA) had a very busy…
The Israel Philharmonic is streaming a Hans Zimmer-themed Hanukkah event
by Gabe Friedman (JTA) — The Israel Philharmonic Foundation is streaming a pre-Hanukkah concert event featuring music by and an interview with Hans Zimmer, one…