Israeli seed company launches hemp farm in San Diego
CanBreed’s 3.5-acre California farm will enable standardization in the hemp industry. The company also opened Israel’s largest cannabis research farm.
73 fun facts about Israel
11 things we want to declare independence from this year
Facemask breath, pajamas as outerwear and tongue-twisters of the ‘cytokine storm’ variety, we really hope to bid you adieu.
AI helps zap mosquito larvae before they become a problem
IBM’s AI XRPIZE finalist Zzapp Malaria analyzes satellite images to identify malaria risk areas, and then treats them. It’s already working in Africa.
11 techs to help HR managers hire and engage employees
Covid has shaken up the job market. Plug in these solutions to simplify hiring and employee retention during Covid and beyond.
Israel tops world in kidney donations to strangers
Israel has the world’s highest rate of people donating kidneys to strangers. On April 4, the number hit 1,000 … and climbed to 1,003.
Israel may have achieved herd immunity against Covid-19
With 56% of citizens vaccinated and another 15% recovered, Israel may be the first country where people who are immune protect those who aren’t.
Why Israel is becoming a hub for Parkinson’s research
A high rate of genetic Parkinson’s makes Israel a perfect lab for finding ways to prevent, stop and even cure this fast-growing neurological disorder.
An AI revolution is about to transform your cup of coffee
Startup Demetria analyzes coffee-bean characteristics to ensure a perfect cup of joe while cutting costs and uncertainty along the supply chain.
Israel’s ancient Bedouin culture gets new life online
The archive of researcher Clinton Bailey is going global, furthering knowledge on a civilization that’s thousands of years old.
The unexpected history behind Jerusalem’s street names
Street names in Jerusalem honor biblical, medieval and modern personalities who played significant roles in local and Jewish history.
Instant Covid test coming to European airport kiosks
SpectraLIT from Virusight Diagnostic detects viruses in seconds using a swab sample analyzed by a light spectrometer and artificial intelligence.
Meet 6 Druze leaders changing Israel for the better
This tiny religious and ethnic minority makes an outsized contribution to Israel in every field of endeavor.
A botanical cure for construction’s heavy carbon emissions
In the effort to decarbonize the construction sector, an Israeli company has developed an environmentally friendly building material: the kenaf plant.
Luxury rooftop dining in Jerusalem comes back
‘I am very excited to be creating new menu items. We have to continue to live, cook and persevere through these difficult times,’ says Mamilla chef.
What do Israel’s entrepreneurs do to succeed AND stay sane?
Startup founders and an investor discuss why running, meditating and working out are essential to their success.
A guide to Israel’s most fabulous birds
For International Bird Day, we introduce you to some of the 220 species of bird chirping their way around Israel, from gravely endangered vultures and eagles to common songbirds.
17 stunning fairytale locations in Israel
Photographer Noam Chen shares breathtaking settings from north to south that will transport you to a magical place of serenity and imagination.
Independence Day
Apr 11, 11:00 am
Join us on a tour of Israel to celebrate Israel’s Independence
Apr 8, 8:00 am
73 fun facts about Israel
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‘May you see Israel as a shining light for the future’
Covid-19 vaccine
Apr 7, 2:15 pm
Pfizer shot protects even with exposure to infected family
Apr 7, 2:13 pm
Israel may have achieved herd immunity against Covid-19
Apr 1, 8:58 am
Israel ranks among world’s top 5 corona-resilient nations
Digital Ambassadors
Jan 14, 9:34 am
Now you can check out ISRAEL21c on TikTok
Nov 2, 7:00 am
Social-media campaign celebrates amazing Israeli achievers
Sep 9, 6:00 am
Romy Ronen, a proud Israeli-American on Columbia’s campus
Abraham Accords
Mar 21, 12:48 pm
UAE launches $10 billion fund to invest in Israel
Jan 31, 10:55 am
Israelis and Emiratis: The family we didn’t know we had
Jan 26, 9:58 am
First Israeli novel translated into Moroccan Arabic
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Archeology
Apr 7, 7:20 am
During the Stone Age, our ancestors ate only meat
Mar 16, 4:00 pm
Ancient biblical scroll fragments discovered in Israeli Cave of Horror
Mar 9, 1:05 pm
