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Israel’s NIS 150 Million Plan Will Fight Crime in Arab Sector

'This is major news for Arab society in Israel,' Prime Minister Netanyahu said.

March 1, 2021

Purim Sheba Hospital

WATCH: Children in Israeli Hospital Wake Up to Wonderful Purim Surprise!

Children at Sheba Hospital near Tel Aviv woke up to the most amazing surprise ahead of the festive holiday of Purim 2021. Outstanding!

February 25, 2021

Bedouin Stars

Bedouin Volunteers Fix Vandalized Jewish Israeli Graveyard

Alumni of Desert Stars sprang into action after seeing a social-media post from the two Bedouin youth who caused the damage.

January 21, 2021

Jerusalem day at the Western Wall

Good News Israel! 18 Things to Celebrate About Jerusalem, Israeli Techies Help Others to Succeed, and More!

Montage shows 18 great things about Jerusalem, members of the startup community perform acts of kindness to help each other, and much more!

November 5, 2020

Man on phone in Jerusalem

Debut Novel Explores Struggle and Perseverance in the Holy Land

'First Among Nations,' a debut novel by Ira Mosen, who make Aliyah in 2018, explores the challenges and determination experienced by immigrants to Israel.

October 28, 2020

Israeli volunteer elderly

With Cakes, Solitary Sabbaths Sweetened for Older Israelis

'I know that there’s someone thinking of me, I’m not alone in the world,' says 85-year-old Holocaust survivor. 'Someone thinking about sweetening Shabbat.'

October 21, 2020

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WATCH: Israeli Breakthrough Helps Blind Use Internet

Israel was one of the first countries to legislate specific regulations for web accessibility, says CEO of Accessibe.

October 18, 2020

Dean and Lizzie Unterslak

Corona Love Story: Young Couple Weds After Meeting at Lone Soldier Event

Newlyweds Shachar and Dean Unterslak raved about the help they received from The Michael Levin Base, saying they couldn't have managed without it.

September 18, 2020

Georgina Green against the Tel Aviv skyscape

New App Lets Anyone, Anywhere Order Items From Small Israeli Shops

Georgina Green wants BeeZee to ‘create a bit of hope’ for Israeli business owners struggling to stay afloat.

September 3, 2020

Israeli TikTok star

WATCH: Young Israeli TikTok Star Defies Gravity for a Living!

Meet 22-year-old Israeli Noa, who used to be a professional pole vaulter but is now dangling off tall buildings for her job!

August 13, 2020

Aliyah: Generations of Dreams Come True Upon Touchdown

Sixteen years ago, we joined the historic and biblical movement of being greeted and not among those doing the greeting.

August 6, 2020

Yaakov Bar Yochal Left - Meir Hajbi Right

Sderot Hero Reunites With Man Who Saved His Life 12 Years Ago

'When I decided to join United Hatzalah, I knew that I had to find the EMT who saved me,' says Yaakov Bar Yochai, who became a volunteer himself.

August 6, 2020

Reuven Rivlin Leket

Israeli President Rivlin Lends a Hand at Food Bank, Stresses Civic Duty During Corona Crisis

Rivlin stressed a 'sense of mutual responsiblity' during the challenges posed by COVID-19. 'These are the values from which we, the Jewish people, flourished.'

July 23, 2020

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WATCH: During Pandemic’s Lonely Times, Israeli Musicians Bring Joy to the People

An Israeli singer is making the rounds during the pandemic, performing with her band in homes for senior citizens across the country.

July 20, 2020

Dr. Rafat Qubaja

Good News Israel! Palestinian Scientist Leads Cutting Edge Research at Prestigious Israeli Institute

Palestinian scientist does cutting-edge research at prestigious Weizmann Institute in Rehovot, Israelis deliver medical aid to Nepal, and much more!

July 8, 2020

CORONAVIRUS

WATCH: How Israelis are Supporting Medical Staff During COVID-19

Israel's medical staff works around the clock to fight the coronavirus . Here's how ordinary Israeli citizens are supporting their healthcare providers.

July 8, 2020

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Israeli Paramedics Defibrillate Neighbor Just in Time, Saving his Life

Volunteer EMTs with United Hatzalah get call from neighbor after her husband collapses, arrive just in time to revive him with CPR and defibrillator.

July 2, 2020

Elderly Coronavirus

WATCH: Israelis Devise Brilliant Way to Help Elderly During Pandemic

The project has already drafted 10,000 volunteers and is testament to Israelis' innovative thinking and care for their fellow citizens.

July 1, 2020

Special needs child holds rabbit

Good News Israel! Special-needs Israeli Kids Heal Animals, Urban Agriculture in Tel Aviv, and More!

Special Needs children heal wounded animals; urban agriculture in the heart of Tel Aviv; Mexican-Israeli top achiever; and more!

June 26, 2020

Yoaz Hendel

IDF Reserve Duty a ‘Great Privilege,’ Say Ministers Pleading to Continue Serving Despite Prohibition

Israeli Communications Minister Yoaz Hendel and Culture and Sports Minister Yehiel Tropper serve in a unit that operates behind enemy lines.

June 24, 2020

WATCH: Modern-day Pioneers Flourish in the Heart of the Negev Desert

Mirna Sarfati, who hails from Tiberias in the North, now manages 24 acres of land in the heart of the Negev desert.

June 24, 2020

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Good News Israel! Israeli Women Shine in Hi-Tech, Global Demand for Israeli Courses, and More!

Israeli women join global tech network; International demand for Israeli courses; Israeli Jewish paramedic saves Muslim boy in US; and much more!

May 28, 2020

Social Cafes Empower Israelis with Special Needs 

Israeli law ensures that everyone has the opportunity to succeed, including those with special needs.

May 19, 2020

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Good News Israel! Israeli Soccer Buffs Help Isolated Seniors, Israelis Raise Funds for US Health Workers, and More!

Managers and fans of a Jerusalem football club teach digital skills to isolated seniors; Israeli-American Council raises $325,000 for health care in US; and more!

May 14, 2020

Coming Out of Corona, How Are We Israelis Doing?

In a country built on Jewish values, the highest of these is to preserve life. There’s a healthy debate as to what that means now.

May 7, 2020

Yoel Glatt donates blood plasma

Good News Israel! Father, Son Recover from Corona, Donate Blood Plasma; Girl, 16, Wins Int’l Bible Quiz; and More!

Magen David Adom paramedics recovered from coronavirus and have now donated their blood plasma; 16-year-old girl wins annual youth Bible contest; and much more!

May 6, 2020

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Israel’s Exemplary Treatment of Elderly Amid Pandemic Shows ‘Good People Make Good Government’

Treating the elderly with dignity demonstrates good government is made up of good people.

April 27, 2020

Koolulam

WATCH: Israeli Musical Initiative Brings Hope During Pandemic

Koolulam’s latest project brings hope during these challenging times and a commitment to make the world a better place.

April 23, 2020

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WATCH: Arab Nurse Recites the ‘Four Questions’ for Elderly Jewish Patients in Israel

A glimpse of Israeli society: An Arab nurse comforts elderly Jewish patients who could not enjoy their families on Passover due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

April 14, 2020

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WATCH: Israel’s Incredible Response to the Coronavirus

Rather than breaking Israel, the pandemic has united the country as it protects its citizens and helps save lives around the world.

April 10, 2020

Ma Nishtana

Israelis Sing ‘Ma Nishtana’ on Balconies, Leaving No One Alone on Passover Night

Israelis across the country found a way to be together despite social distancing, singing the traditional 'Ma Nishtana' together - a truly magnificent experience.

April 10, 2020

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Good News Israel! Elderly Israelis Volunteer Amid Corona Crisis, Companies Help Cash-Strapped NGOs, and More!

How the elderly can help, Philanthropic companies assist struggling non-profits, Israeli and Arab paramedics pray together, and more!

April 1, 2020

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Israel Sets a Shining Example in War on Corona

Declaring war against the virus, the government with its relevant ministries, has employed all mechanisms that one would in a decisive military campaign.

March 26, 2020

reuven rivlin reads children's story

Only in Israel! President Entertains Children on Social Media During Lockdown

English and Hebrew speakers alike enjoyed the president's reading of "A Room for Rent" that offers an important message during these challenging times.

March 24, 2020

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Israeli Medical Student Volunteers Speed Up Corona Testing

'The level of collaboration among faculty, physicians, health professionals and medical and graduate students is unprecedented in Israel,' said TAU Prof. Karen Avraham.

March 24, 2020

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WATCH: Israelis Applaud Medical Community Around the World

To thank the medical community during the coronavirus outbreak, Israelis stepped onto their balconies and clapped their hands for two full minutes.

March 22, 2020

Israelis send message of love and hope to the people of Iran

WATCH: Israelis Send Love and Hope to Iranian People Facing Corona Crisis

Israelis recently sent a special Persian New Year's message to the people of Iran as they battle the unprecedented threat posed by the coronavirus.

March 22, 2020

Ester Weinrib

STILL SMILING! Holocaust Survivor, 97, Celebrates Birthday Without Family Amid Coronavirus Lockdown

We have a lot to learn from this truly wise elderly woman. As the Jewish saying goes, may she celebrate to 120!

March 20, 2020

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Young Adults with Special Needs Celebrate Purim with Patients at Haifa Hospital

A participant in this unique event said he 'knows it’s a very important thing to make sick people happy.'

March 9, 2020

Israel's missing fallen soldiers

‘We Have Not Given Up,’ Rivlin Says, Remembering Israel’s Missing Fallen Soldiers

The 7th day of the Hebrew month of Adar - the anniversary of the death of Moses, whose burial place is unknown - is the day Israel commemorates its missing fallen soldiers.

March 3, 2020

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