Sinkhole danger revealed via no-dig underground 3D mapping

An Israeli startup’s noninvasive technology uses AI and sensors to show subterranean infrastructure, helping to curb danger and damage.

Interactive clothing that can make you a better athlete

Robots that clean solar panels without water

A solution that allows renewable energy to be produced more efficiently without having to use another precious natural resource.

Diagnosing cancer from biopsies in minutes, not weeks

After a computer scientist’s mom got ovarian cancer, he started a company using AI to find biomarkers in biopsy images and give personalized guidance.

ISRAEL21c welcomes new cohort of Digital Ambassadors

The interns from colleges across North America create content for Gen Z readers and develop professional skills to help them in their future careers.

The unexpected story behind the holiday shofar

With the Jewish holidays of Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur around the corner, ISRAEL21c went to visit a 15th generation shofar maker to learn what makes the perfect instrument. 

Empty rooftops bring sweet employment to East Jerusalem

Tareq Nassar saw empty rooftops and high unemployment among Arab women of Jerusalem and hatched a honey of an idea to address both issues.

4 wacky finds at the Jaffa Flea Market

If you need a one-stop shop for a t-shirt, menorah, lampshade and beer – not to mention globes, pillows and funky socks – hit the flea market.

11 reasons Akko is one of Israel’s most exciting destinations

This ancient Crusader city on the shores of the Mediterranean is filled with unexpected delights.

Dental implant holds promise for gum repair, regeneration

Following positive results of study on dogs with periodontitis, ReGum may be available for humans within a few years.

Gardening comes alive in unique Jewish calendar

Lovingly hand-drawn by Ilana Stein in Jerusalem, ‘A Year in the Garden’ is a Jewish calendar where the months follow the cycle of nature.

How to make a buzz in the fashion world

Talia Zoref didn’t have the right connections or the right look to make a name for herself in the fashion world – yet she did, by the time she was 25.

Your next shawarma could be made from pumpkin seeds

Israeli startup takes crushed pumpkin and sunflower seeds from oil makers and turns them into clean-label vegan ‘meat’ for restaurants and caterers.

10 Israeli gifts for a festive Rosh Hashana table

From apples and honey to pomegranates and wine, we’ve got you covered with made-in-Israel products you can ship worldwide.

Local women teach visitors to cook Arab dishes in Akko

At Beit Elfarasha – Arabic for The Butterfly House -- local Arab women give cooking workshops and share traditional dishes and stories with visitors.

How scent is the secret weapon hotels use to hook us in

Scent is often the most ignored sense, but Israeli luxury hotels and upscale retailers are now harnessing it to create an experience that will linger with visitors long after they leave.

Build an app with no coding – just talk to the chatbot

SPIRITT puts AI to work for making mobile and desktop apps, then charges a monthly subscription fee to host it and make any changes required.

100 years of innovation turns Israel into an agricultural leader

The brainchild of one man, the Volcani Center has helped turn Israel into one of the world’s champions for agricultural innovation

Now you can roast coffee beans just before you drink

Fully automatic micro-roaster uses AI and provides on-demand roasting just before the cup of coffee is made to provide the freshest taste.

How to improve waning focus at work and school

A new digital platform improves focus by helping users resist distractions and procrastination. College students are already trying it out.

On Israel’s beaches, lifesaving is a conduit for regional peace

The Israel Life-Saving Federation is teaching Arab and Jewish children how to save lives on the country’s 350 kilometers of coastline.