Writer: Abigail Klein Leichman

Abigail Klein Leichman, a writer and associate editor at ISRAEL21c from August 2010 until her retirement in March 2024, moved to Israel in 2007. She has freelanced for a variety of newspapers and periodicals since 1984.

Made in Israel: fitness idol Gilad

Starring in the 30th season of Hawaii-based ‘Bodies in Motion,’ Gilad Janklowicz reflects on the inbred chutzpah that led him to international fame.

Straight teeth without wires

Jerusalem-based Aerodentis offers a high-tech alternative to clunky orthodontic braces, and you only wear it while you’re sleeping.

Some surprising facts about Viber

The call-and-messaging startup just acquired for $900 million never got a cent in VC funds, and is based in Cyprus though its founders are Israeli.