http://www.isrealli.org The real face of Israel - the new blog of Israel Fri, 16 May 2008 15:50:58 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en OK, even we'll admit that the NY Post may be exaggerating a bit with this headline. But not by much. Remember the great reception that greeted In Treatment? CBS's new show "The Ex List" has a tough act to follow, but we're sure it's up to the task. ... http://www.isrealli.org/israels-newest-hit-export/ In honor of Israel's 60th birthday, CNBC aired some impressive segments on life in Israel and about some of Israel's many accomplishments. In this segment learn about how you can be a part of Israel's economic growth. Listen to the experts discuss why you should invest in Israel. ... http://www.isrealli.org/cnbc-how-to-invest-in-israel/ In honor of Israel's 60th Anniversary, Israeli-American violinist/conductor Itzhak Perlman narrates a fascinating video about the country, which will make its U.S. premiere tonight on Channel 13. WLIW New York’s acclaimed Visions series makes an aerial pilgrimage to Israel, the world's only Jewish state – home to approximately 7.2 million ... http://www.isrealli.org/visions-of-israel-premieres-tonight/ While it has long been known that embryonic stem cells have the ability to develop into any kind of tissue-specific cells, the exact mechanism as to how this occurs has heretofore not been demonstrated. Now, researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and elsewhere have succeeded in ... http://www.isrealli.org/research-sheds-new-light-on-stem-cells/ This month, Hollywood’s best and brightest will be saluting Israel in celebration of its 60th Anniversary, in a project initiated by the Consulate General of Israel in New York and Nancy Spielberg (sister of famous director, Steven). Their personalized video greetings, wishing Israel a “Happy Birthday!” are being broadcast ... http://www.isrealli.org/celebrity-salute-to-israel-in-times-square/ Courtesy: Israel Ministry of Tourism In honor of Israel's 60th birthday, CBS-TV in New York ran a special edition of its Eye on New York program focusing on Israel's achievements. You can watch the full video--with appearances from Consul General Asaf Shariv and Ambassador Dan Gillerman on the CBS ... http://www.isrealli.org/cbs-tvs-eye-on-israel/ Here’s your chance to meet the top-ranked player who turned down a spot in the NBA draft to join the fledgling Maccabi Tel Aviv Team -- and hear his story. “Hoop it Up for Israel! Celebrate Israel’s 60th Birthday” fills the Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, MA on ... http://www.isrealli.org/basketball-hall-of-fame-welcomes-israeli-superstars/ As yesterday was the big day to celebrate Israel@60 (it was Yom HaAtzmaut, Israel's Independence Day), the place to be was Washington Square Park for the Cool Israel Party. Hundreds of people showed up to dance, enjoy Israeli music, and say "Happy Birthday" to an absolutely amazing country. For more ... http://www.isrealli.org/ny-loves-israel/ Thanks to Israel21 for this great tour of Israel and her diverse population (with Yael Naim's great soundtrack as an added bonus!). http://www.isrealli.org/israel-the-people-and-places/ Come one, come all to celebrate Israel's Independence Day!! Where: Washington Square Park When: Thursday 08 May 4-7 PM FREE to all!! http://www.isrealli.org/israel-party-in-washington-square-park/