Feb 28, 2008

In an age where everyone and their little sister is dying to have their thoughts expressed online, it looks as if the Prime Minister of Israel has decided to follow the trend and start a blog himself. Unfortunately it seems as if he has delegated the task to other to write on it. (Israel National News) The travel blog is being written by officials in the Prime...

With the American economy not doing so well, one would expect to see investors more cautious about spending their money, especially over seas. But it seems as if a few US investors are taking another glance at Israel’s medical tech industry, which may be the sign of a new trend. (Israel 21st Century) “We planned to raise $150 million but the fund is...

Feb 28, 2008

(Hat Tip: TechCrunch and VC Cafe) In its eternal quest to conquer Google, it looks as if Microsoft has assimilated another Israeli company–one with the potential to help the Redmond giant compete against Google’s AdSense. (Globes Online) YaData’s technology will enable Microsoft to provide its advertisers with richer targeting capabilities so...

It looks as if Russia (a country that is slowly opening up to Israel) may build a Jewish Synagogue/community center as part of its plans in hosting the 2014 Winter Olympics. (Israel National News) Sochi, a city of 400,000 people, is located on the Black Sea. “We love Russia and the city in which we live, and bless the state corporation…for the...

Feb 28, 2008

(Image: Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda, Credit: Moshe Milner, GPO via Ynet News) While Prime Minister Olmert was “out and about” convincing Japan to increase the economic ties between the two nations (to a tune of $5 billion), it looks as if Israel and Japan may have a future together in the heavens above. (Ynet...

Despite the fact that the government of Israel “encourages everyone” to recycle their tires instead of dumping them, it looks as if one fashion designer has gone the extra step by turning abandoned tires into attractive wallets and purses. (Israel 21st Century) Some women send their husbands out of the house to get rid of the trash. Israeli Elanit...

It looks as if joining the Israel Baseball League (which launched last year) may actually help one enter the major leagues internationally. (Israel National News) Eladio Rodriguez and Jason Rees have signed up with the Yankees, and the Red Sox are trying out Josh Doane and Noah Walker. Four other players have signed up with minor league teams and with teams in...

It looks as if this blog is experiencing some bugs related to permalinks not showing (at least for most of the articles). Will update post when problem has been fixed. Update: Permalink errors have been resolved (through no power of my own). Also fixed a few cosmetic errors, although one still remains. Will continue publishing articles for today (and...

Feb 25, 2008

(Image Credit: Sharon Kanon / Regentis Biomaterial) Whether you are a simple jogger or a sports fanatice, injured knees are no laughing matter. Especially if one happens to damage the cartilage, which can be a “show stopper” for many active people in life. Fortunately it seems as if an Israeli company has come up with a unique way to rejuvenate...

Feb 25, 2008

(Image Credit: Menorah.com) Its not everyday that one hears about a Neo Nazi leaving their previous psychotic ideals for something better, let alone the Jewish faith. But it looks like one man, after discovering his Kosher roots, decided he could no longer fight the very thing he once pledge to destroy. (Ha’aretz) Before learning about his Jewish roots,...

Feb 25, 2008

It looks as if Israeli Mac fans are soon going to receive not only real customer support in the holy land, but also a future Apple store as well. (Globes Online) Apple users, who are known for their enthusiasm and their passion for the Apple brand, had repeatedly complained about Yeda’s failure to provide service and sales and marketing support. [iDigital...

Feb 25, 2008

While to many the cross breading of helicopters and elevators sounds like an engineering project “gone wild,” this combination brought about by Israeli minds may be critical towards saving lives–especially in burning buildings. (Israel National News) An Israeli engineer has designed a “elecopter” that includes an elevator in a...