How Arab world youth countered repression using social media, pop culture
While repressive Arab regimes have sought to harness the power of the internet—especially after the 2011 Arab Spring—young people have been experimenting with newer forms of digital activism.
Trump on Cohen: He lied a lot, but not about collusion with Russia
President Donald Trump criticized his former attorney Michael Cohen on Thursday for lying in testimony to Congress but found reason to praise him, too, for not alleging Trump’s campaign colluded with Russia in 2016.
Analysis: Trump walking away from N. Korea increases pressure on Iran
From Trump’s press conference, it appears that even with no deal, the two sides are still talking and there is no immediate danger of a deterioration or escalation into a conflict.
Financial help is greatest contribution of US Jews to Israel poll finds
Netanyahu was ranked by a wide margin as the candidate to manage the relationship with US Jewry, receiving some 32% in this regard, compared to only 11% for Benny Gantz, 13% for Yair Lapid.
Civil marriage debate returns to Lebanon as protesters take to streets
Lebanon is comprised of 18 recognized religions and sects, each with courts having legal jurisdiction over personal status issues such as marriage, divorce and inheritance.
Jerusalem gives Liberian President Weah an athlete’s welcome
Liberian President George Weah, previously a professional soccer player and the 1995 FIFA World Player of the Year, was welcomed to Jerusalem with his very own Israeli jersey.
WATCH: Harvard alumna: Silenced for questioning at Palestinian event
Harvard graduate Vanesa Levine posted a video on Facebook earlier this month claiming, “a Palestinian man physically and verbally assaulted me because he was threatened by my words.”
This is an ideal time to climb up to the upper Galilee and explore the city of Tzfat and its surroundings where spirituality and nature create a wonderful mix, much like the seasons.