‎"La ville de Byblos (actuel Jbeil au Liban), est une des plus vieilles villes du monde, habitée de manière continue depuis plus de 7000 ans..." Get to Know the heritage of Byblos. Watch this video!

Liban, Byblos : La nécropole royale

Bridging differences through music

"Addressing the ongoing phenomena of women's exclusion in Israel, Pehlivanian says he has great respect for religion and its values, but notes that he remembers reading about women singing and dancing in the bible. Classical music does not differentiate between men and women, he adds."

Bridging differences through music



LeBaron D'Erlanger, Sidi Bou Said - Tunisia



"We met with Abu-Taled, and agreed to plant a grove on Tu B'Shvat in order to block the dust," Ravivi said. "Abu-Taled was very enthusiastic, and promised to bring friends and employees. 

Ravivi, Abu-Taled hard at work (Photo: Haim Zach)

School children from the Efrat settlement and residents of the neighboring Palestinian village of Jurat al-Shama planted trees together in an initiative that promoted co-existence in the West Bank, Yedioth Ahronoth reported Wednesday. 

Jews, Palestinians plant trees together in West Bank

Summertime discovery about my Mizrahi heritage - Asal Ehsanipour

We must ensure that the simple intricacies that make up our culture — from the spicy food to the loud, animated nature of a simple discussion — is never lost.

The importance of openly embracing such a rich, vibrant culture extends beyond preserving the past. For fellow Mizrahi and Sephardi Jews, it’s important that we maintain our tradition for the present as well, as our heritage sustains our connection to Judaism and greatly contributes a colorful dimension to the larger Jewish communities we live in.

Read more Summertime discovery about my Mizrahi heritage j. the Jewish news weekly of Northern California

Yemen - Jimena

"Jews lived in Yemen for nearly 3,000 years, predating the Arab Islamic conquests by centuries, yet today fewer than 200 remain. ‎JIMENA works to ensure that the cultural heritage of Yemenite Jews, and all Mizrahi and Sephardi Jews, will survive to benefit future generations." Read more Yemen

Photo taken from "Yemen", Jimena

Izmir Jewish community receives official recognition by Turkish State

"The Turkish State has finally recognized the Jewish community in Izmir, the country's third largest city, as a legal entity. Following VGM's decision, the Izmir Jewish community will be legally considered a foundation with full control over its assets and 22 immovable properties, including 18 synagogues and four stores in the city."

"The Turkish State has finally recognized the Jewish community in Izmir, the country's third largest city, as a legal entity. The Directorate General for Foundations (VGM) granted the community foundation status and thus the right to register the community's immovable properties. Following VGM's decision, the Izmir Jewish community will be legally considered a foundation with full control over its assets and 22 immovable properties, including 18 synagogues and four stores in the city."
Read more: World Jewish Congress - Izmir Jewish community receives official recognition by Turkish State

Jewish Culture Thriving in Djerba - Tunisia

Djerba is one the most beautiful spots in Tunisia and home to surprising harmony between Jews and Muslims. In this small island, two very different cultures meet; teaching a lesson on how two conflicted cultures can live peacefully together.

Jewish Culture Thriving in Djerba - Tunisia

Ghriba Synagogue, Djerba - Tunisia

The Renovation of the old Jewish Cemetery in East Amsterdam.

"More than 40 young Moroccan and Jewish adolescents, together with other members of their families, began renovating the old Jewish Cemetery in the Zeeburg quarter of East Amsterdam. According to Rabbi Lody van de Kamp, the general idea is that these young people will thoroughly refurbish the neglected cemetery over the next five Sundays."

First female Arab physician to head medical department in Israel.

"Meet Dr. Suheir Assady, newly appointed to head the Nephorology Department at the Rambam Healthcare Campus in Haifa, she is the first female Arab physician in Israel to head a department."

Israel, known as the only Democracy in the Middle East, is a state that is able to embrace its citizens' achievements despite their race, color and religion. If Art can bridge between different peoples to live side by side in a just peace, Science does too! 

First female Arab physician to head medical department in Israel

Israeli firm brings light to poor countries

GLW started developing its technology two years ago and is already developing lighting systems for Nigeria, Ethiopia and Columbia. “We believe that we contribute to a better world by giving countries a technology that enables access to such a basic service as light for everybody,” said Zeev Jakoby, GLW’s Managing Director. 
Israeli firm brings light to poor countries

Arab, Jewish teens discover similarities.

 "We discovered that we had a lot more in common as teenagers than what we thought," said Radan, an 11th grade student from St. Joseph Seminary.

"Successful dialogue project between Arabs and Jewish teens Photo: Buthaina Bishara"
http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-4129878,00.html

Israeli University voted best place in world to work.

Israel's Weizmann Institute has once again been singled out by The Scientist as one of the best places in the world for academics.

http://www.israel21c.org/technology/israeli-university-voted-best-place-in-world-to-work-video

Designer Jean Fares at the Vendome Luxury, Paris.

"I really like this photograph of Jean and how focused he is- The artist is at work! "I really like this photograph of Jean and how focused he is- The artist is at work!" - Mary Hall Ross, The Ross Group, L.A.

Jean Fares just released "Timeless" and "Ready-To-Wear Summer 2012" at Vendome Luxury, October 2011.

Jean Fares Couture now available for sale at Hugo Nicholson boutique in Toronto, Canada.

Jean Fares Couture has also recently launched the first ever Ready-To-Wear collection which will be available next year. His recent designs have been seen on the red carpet, on TV and in magazines. His work has been worn by Mariah Carey, Gabrielle Union, Carrie Underwood, Brooke Burke, Paris Hilton, Paula Abdul, Nicole Scherzinger, Ashanti, Susan Downey and many others.



Jean Fares Couture

"If looking ahead is a virtue,
looking back to who you are is a glory!

Whether sexy or angelic,
dynamic or romantic,
shake your waist my Lady, track your roots and Roll!

Leave your uniqueness of elegance on us, for you to hold and impress... Just Roll!" - Jean Fares Couture.

Designer Jean Fares presents his new collection, Back N' Roll!

Haredi, Arab saving lives together

"Fadi and Hezy are proof that engaging in saving lives overcomes politics," says United Hatzalah President Eli Beer." Haredi, Arab saving lives together 

French Muslims, Jews build friendships with Facebook - JPost

"A groundbreaking group is fostering a social network community where members can interact directly online about the issues that divide them.The group is called Shalom | Paix | Salam -- the Hebrew, French and Arabic words for peace."

French Muslims, Jews build ... JPost - Jewish World - Jewish News

Computer Chip Implant to Program Brain Activity, Treat Parkinson’s

"But researchers have their sights on an even more ambitious goal: rehabilitating the brain’s learning capacities, which would require increasing neural plasticitity. If the ReNaChip could be used to create and strengthen new connective networks, it could partially improve an older brain’s ability to learn new tricks."

Saving an Arab Baby

"IDF paramedics save life of an Arab woman giving birth in settlement where Fogel relatives were sitting shiva. The paramedic noted that on the day of the Fogel massacre, settlers saw fireworks and celebrations in nearby Palestinian communities, but added that the local medical team is committed to assisting anyone in need. Palestinians from the nearby village of Nabi Salah gathered around the paramedics along with the new grandmother and could not hide their joy. "They thanked us and told us they named the girl Jude," Corporal Levin said. "I volunteered for Magen David Adom since age 15 and it's the first time I witnessed childbirth. It was an amazing feeling, to hold the girl that was just born in my arms, and to know that in this complex place we did something good."