Many people think of Israel as being hot and all year round. But this is far from the truth. While it’s true that Israel weather is famously steamy in July …
Uganda And Israel- What’s The Connection?
Uganda’s political history is one that has been scarred by tumult and struggle. The notorious Idi Amin, who became known as the Butcher of Uganda (which makes me shudder) was …
Tu B’Shevat In Israel
Tu B’Shevat is a festival that dates back to a time when tradition called for thanking the creator for what nature has provided in plenty. Tu B’Shevat, the New Year …
Sustainable Tourism in Israel
Today, the movement to go green affects all facets of life. Your decision to treat the Earth kindly may alter the kinds of food you eat, your daily commute to …
The Origins of Hannukah in my Home Town- Chashmonaim, Israel
There are a few different places in this world that, when asked, I consider to be “home.” Among them are the New York and Panama. But sometimes there is a …
My Meeting with the Israeli Immigrant, Part XX: The Georgian Immigrant
In the wake of the recent Russian-Georgian conflict, hundreds of new Georgian Jewish immigrants have relocated to Israel, and Nana is one of them. Today she meets me in Tel …
My Meeting with the Israeli Immigrant, Part XIX: The Venezuelan Immigrant
Claudio meets me in a quiet street in Jerusalem, where he has recently settled after immigrating here a year and a half ago. He joins a number of other recent …
My Meeting with the Israeli Immigrant, Part III: The Ukrainian Immigrant
When Nina agrees to meet me to discuss her experiences as a Ukrainian immigrant living in Israel, she says she is proud to share her story. “I cam e here …
My Meeting with the Israeli Immigrant, Part X: The Tunisian Immigrant
Tunisia has been in the news lately because of the recent popular uprising that led to the ouster of President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali. The 1500-member Jewish community there, …
My Meeting with the Israeli Immigrant, Part XV: The Swedish Immigrant
Raffi greets me near dusk at the entrance to a Tel Aviv park. He has only recently completed aliyah, after emigrating to Israel from his native Sweden. Raffi has agreed …
