On the other hand
Here are some good news items that will never feature in your local media.
- Researchers at Israel’s Weizmann Institute found that lack of a sense of smell often leads to depression, anxiety and other health issues which link to a reduced lifespan. They also discovered that sighing every 5 minutes or so helps prevent the collapse of alveoli in the lungs.”
- Since 2010 there has been a massive increase in Israeli Arab medical professionals. Current (vs 2010): 25% of Israeli doctors are Arab (was 8%), Nurses 27% (17%), dentists 27% (19%), Pharmacists 49%(28%). Arabs constitute some 20% of Israel’s population. Apartheid?
- The Hebrew University of Jerusalem announced it is offering full scholarships for a three-year academic degree—covering both Bachelor’s and Master’s programs—to all released hostages. This comprehensive program also includes establishing a dedicated fund to secure the eligibility of children held hostage by Hamas, ensuring they can access higher education at the University when they reach adulthood.
- The Israel Ministry of Education is rolling out what is said to be the first initiative of its kind to integrate robotics into kindergartens across the country. The pilot phase will launch in approximately 500 kindergartens, marking a significant step in early childhood education. The initiative aims to equip young pupils with technological skills traditionally introduced at later educational stages.
TU B’SHEVAT
This year the “new year for trees” – Judaism’s Arbor Day presents a challenge in Israel.
Large swathes of forests in the north, in particular, have been devastated by Hezbollah rockets and need to be rehabilitated.
A WOLF IN SHEEP’S CLOTHING
Listen to Hillel Neuer, Executive Director of UN Watch, as he reveals the real agenda of the UN Special Rapporteur for Human Rights.
FROM HATE TO ADVOCACY
Watch an unbelievable interview with a Saudi blogger who was inculcated as a child with hate for Jews and Israel and is now an influential advocate for the Jewish State.
This journey from hate to friendship if ever undertaken by the next generation of Muslims could usher in genuine peace and tolerance.
