This Israeli film about Orthodox Jews is a surprise hit overseas
By Gabe Friedman (JTA) — It’s safe to call the Israeli film “The Women’s Balcony” the opposite of a Hollywood blockbuster and it will be…
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What’s on at the Edmonton Jewish Film Festival?
(EJNews) – Here is a peek at the feature films that will be screened at the upcoming Edmonton Jewish Film Festival, from May 17-18, 21-23 and 28-29…
Buying an Apartment in Israel: Nine Things You Should Know Before Purchasing
by Yaacov Epstein (Israel) – You’ve finally found an apartment in Israel that you love. You have negotiated the price and terms. Before signing a…
Israeli startups are driving the car technology revolution. Here’s how.
By Andrew Tobin TEL AVIV (JTA) – Israeli startups are revving their engines ahead of the country’s largest-ever “smart transportation” event. Over 200 local companies…
These 7 smartphone apps make life easier for religious Jews
By Josefin Dolsten (JTA) — These days there are smartphone applications for pretty much anything, from ordering food to finding a date to reporting anti-Semitic incidents. But…