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The Israeli film dreams of Joseph

Black is always in fashion in Tel Aviv, especially at the cafe’ in the Cinematheque, but Joseph Cedar’s black kippa is a little unusual.  The

The headline

Have and have-nots meant food, healthcare, ed?n. Now there is another dimension: Digital divide?world being divided into those who have access to computers, Net..and those

Gal Fridman

Israeli athletes strike gold at World Paralympic Games

A small country like Israel does not have an easy time fielding a group of athletes that can compete in international events. But despite a tiny population pool and minimal resources and funding, the 2004 Israeli Olympic team still walked away with the gold when windsurfer Gal Fridman topped the competition in Athens.

An Israeli shoe-in

‘Beautifeel shoes are produced by craftsmen for discerning women who care about appearance’ – Ami Bar-Nahor.If you keep your eye to the ground on the

Gal Fridman

Israel wins first Olympic gold medal

“It’s a dream come true, it’s unbelievable that I’ve become the first Israeli to win a gold medal. I felt like the whole country was watching me and pushing me from behind,” said Olympic gold medal winner Gal Fridman at a press conference in Athens yesterday.

Windsurfer Gal Fridman (left) and judokan Arik Ze'evi (right). Photo by Moshe Milner

For Israeli athletes, it’s time to let the games begin

Israeli kayaker Michael Kolganov won a bronze medal in Sydney in 2000. This year he’s going for the gold. This week the most promising delegation of athletes in Israel’s Olympic history will stand to the test against representatives from over 200 nations at the 2004 Summer Olympic Games in Athens.

Israel’s gay community steps out

Participants in a Gay Pride parade in Jerusalem – the legal status of gays in Israel has improved in recent years.Israel’s liberal policy towards rights