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Land of Israel
Rachel Cohen-Kagan was one of the most prominent activists for the advancement of women’s rights in the young State of Israel. Her efforts led to her being among the signatories of the Declaration of Independence
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Judaism
Gabriel, the archangel in charge of Heaven’s heavy lifting
Diaspora
Century-old message from Dr. Sun Yat-sen found at the National Library of Israel now online
New research suggests that Alfonso de Zamora may have remained true to his faith
From a very young age, Bracha Avigad’s roots connected her to the Land of Israel and its flora
During the Nazi occupation, Muslims aided efforts to hide the origins of the local Jews, preventing the extinction of a community
In 1945 he left the infamous camp on a death march; 40 years later he came back – and left – a free man
Staying healthy and maximizing opportunities during a complicated and difficult period
David Friedmann’s daughter traveled the globe searching for his famous drawings, lost for decades
1871 article: “Hardly anybody knows that war affects the weather strongly and causes heavy rain falls, strong winds, thunder and lightning.”
Local landmarks approved for demolition
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