Humans have a large, complex brain that has evolved over millions of years, supporting sophisticated behavior and advanced cognitive abilities. But does this remarkable brain come with a cost? A new study published in Science Advances suggests…
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Israeli scientist uncovers breakthrough Hepatitis B treatment
A groundbreaking study led by Dr. Yael David of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) cracked a decades-old mystery and discovered a promising path toward the first-ever drug treatment for Hepatitis B—one of the deadliest diseases in the…Continue Reading
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‘Joyful narrative Germany tried to present to world turned into tragedy’: Revisiting
September 5, 1972, is a cursed, tragic and harrowing date—not only in the history of global sports but in the annals of humanity itself. On this day, eight Palestinian terrorists, members of the Black September organization, infiltrated the…
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A Brooklyn venue celebrates the gender-bending legacy of Barbra Streisand’s ‘Yentl’
In 1983, Barbra Streisand didn’t just break barriers — she sang through them and directed herself into the history books with “Yentl.” Since then, the gender-bending musical has continued to captivate audiences and…
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Asado and Jerusalem Artichoke stew
Ingredients:
1 kg (2.2 lbs) asado (short ribs)
800 g (1.75 lbs) Jerusalem artichokes
500 ml (2 cups) beef stock
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Preparation:
Heat a grill pan over high heat. Season the asado with salt and pepper, then sear…
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Possible Impact in 2032 : This Week in Space
Could a deadly asteroid strike Earth in less than eight years? The short answer is yes, but the real question lies in the meaning of two key words: “deadly” and “could.”Asteroid 2024 YR4 was first detected in December 2024 by the ATLAS…
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Jerusalem Prayer Breakfast at Mar-a-Lago ties faith to po
One month after hundreds of delegates and dignitaries attended the Jerusalem Prayer Breakfast (JPB) in Mar-a-Lago, it seems like God answered their prayers.
They prayed for Israel and got the release of 19 Israeli hostages, two of whom are also…Continue Reading
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Israeli journalist and scriptwriter Michael Brizon dies at 77
Israeli journalist, screenwriter, columnist and satirist Michael Brizon, known as B. Michael, died at the age of 77 on Wednesday.
“This is a great loss. B. Michael was among the top five giants of entertainment. We were close for 52 years. Aside…Continue Reading
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7 reasons to start birdwatching this spring in Israel
One of the most wonderful things about Israel is its position as a critical stopover site for hundreds of millions of migratory birds each year.
As eagles soar over Eilat and cormorant flocks set record numbers, Israel’s 2025 spring…
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Gazan children to receive polio vaccine shots amid cease-fire
The World Health Organization (WHO) announced that a third round of vaccinations using the novel OPV2 vaccine will begin in Gaza, targeting all children under 10 — about 600,000. A fourth round is planned in two months. Israel had agreed to…Continue Reading