Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Annexation of the occupied West Bank is Israel’s “big prize”
Tamer Qarmout on what Israel has in mind for the occupied West Bank now that Gaza lies in ruins. Continue Reading
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A-G warns Kan bill could stifle media independence in Israel – Israel News
The method and circumstances of a bill proposal by Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi (Likud) to privatize Israel’s Public Broadcasting Corporation raises “serious concern” that the bill’s real purpose is to shut down a media… Continue Reading
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Kenon set to dispose of more ZIM shares
The share price of Israeli shipping line ZIM Integrated Shipping Services (NYSE: ZIM) has risen by 260% in the past year, allowing holding company Kenon Holdings (TASE: KEN; NYSE: KEN) to continue to reduce its stake in the company…. Continue Reading
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Why was ground beef recalled in the US over possible E coli contamination? | Explainer News
The United States has been experiencing a series of E coli outbreaks in products ranging from onions to, most recently, ground beef. More than 167,000 pounds (75.75 tonnes) of ground beef have been recalled after people fell sick from eating… Continue Reading
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What happens when you donate your body to science?
Death is inevitable and often unpredictable. But you still have control about what happens to your body after dying. That’s if you proactively chose–before being dead–to donate your body or parts of your body to research study. The… Continue Reading
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Ascending the ladder in your career- with Biblical guidelines
The former chief psychologist of Israel’s Employment Service read the Bible closely to glean sage advice and tips for successful career, and has presented it all in an interesting, practical and informative book. Review. Continue Reading
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Kanye West sued for sexual assault during 2010 music video shoot
In a legal battle that brings to light music’s darker side, Jenn An, a former “America’s Next Top Model” contestant, has filed a lawsuit against Kanye “Ye” West. She accuses him of sexual assault and strangulation during a 2010 music video… Continue Reading
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Ari Katz to Arutz Sheva: 'Zvi was not afraid, he felt this was his mission'
‘As a former IDF soldier, Zvi felt no fear. He had a magnetic joie de vivre and dedication to his mission in Dubai,’ says Ari Katz, Rabbi Kogan’s friend. Continue Reading
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EU urges immediate halt to Israel-Hezbollah war
Top EU diplomat Josep Borrell called for an immediate ceasefire in the Israel-Hezbollah war while on a visit to Lebanon on Sunday, as the militant group claimed a wave of cross-border attacks. Earlier this week, US special envoy Amos Hochstein… Continue Reading
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How the ‘Black Beauty’ of Sahara helped scientists determine hot water e
Australian scientists from Curtin University have discovered evidence of ancient hot water on Mars, suggesting that the Red Planet may have once harbored conditions suitable for life. Researchers detected geochemical traces of water-rich… Continue Reading
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