Tag: Life

Israelis like to live life to its fullest. Follow these stories and get to know more about the vibrant culture, rich history and the warmth of the people of Israel.

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 future looks greener

While the constructed wetland method has been tried and tested elsewhere in the world, the Yarkon River will incorporate an innovative waste treatment method devised