Very Good News Israel

31/08/2025

Israel has so many recent towering achievements. In this week's newsletter, a huge donation will help finance "Hope Tower" - the largest cardiological and neurological center in the Middle East. And Jewish mountaineers climbed Mount Kilimanjaro to raise funds for a new medical center in Tzfat.

Israeli hi-tech developers have enabled Nvidia to link its global supercomputers and create a towering mega-computer. Meanwhile, Israeli hi-tech giant Tower Semiconductor continues its towering financial success story.

Despite criticizing Israel from its "Ivory Tower", Europe awarded another grant to a top Israeli scientist from its "Horizon" health initiative. And Germany is upgrading its Eurofighters with Israeli technology. From high above the earth, SpaceX launched its Starlink satellite Internet service in Israel; El Al is expanding its non-stop services to the UK; Israel is planning to build a new international airport; Israeli drones are being built in the USA; and new cellular towers will improve communications on Israel's railways.

Finally, Israel's largest dam has been unearthed. Some 2,800-years-old, it preserved the water supply of the eternal Jewish city of Jerusalem. The towering 12-meter high walls were buried deep underground in the City of David.

The photo is of the Azrieli towers in Ramat Gan, Tel Aviv. They host Israeli hi-tech startups, successful businesses, restaurants, leisure facilities, and more. A fourth tower is under construction. Across the highway is Tel Aviv's Ichilov (Sourasky) Medical Center, with its new green energy system and helipad on top of the tower block. Meanwhile, in a nearby tower, the IDF defends Israel from its enemies.

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24/08/2025

Unusually, there are only five medical articles in this week's Positive Israel newsletter. Then it struck me - the "Good Medicine" article shows that not all medicine has to be in the form of research, pills or surgery. As Sharon in her Real Jerusalem Streets article proves, the feel-good factor is better than any conventional medicine for relieving anxiety and trauma pain.

Who could not be healed from their melancholy by reading about Jewish Israelis restoring vineyards for Christian monks. Or Israelis helping flood victims in Texas? Or providing drinking water for thirsty African villages? How about weddings of wounded soldiers to their nurses? Or an organization specifically to support female soldiers.

Then there are many heartwarming news stories that highlight how Israelis benefit the world. Producing Sustainable Aviation Fuel; joint Quantum AI R&D with Arab Gulf states; a pocket spectrometer to help make agricultural decisions; X-ray security scanners; and natural preservatives.

Israel is THE place to go for R&R (Rest & Recuperation) especially as the jellyfish have vanished from the beaches. You can also be inspired by watching Israelis prove that disabilities do not prevent them from achieving sporting success. Or you can participate in archaeological digs that constantly unearth Jewish treasures from this holy, ancient land. Go on - you'll feel a lot better for it!

The photo (TY Sharon) is from "The Good Medicine Experience" at the Friends of Zion Center in Jerusalem.

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17/08/2025

Israel's innovations and positive activities can either be described as "hot stuff" or "really cool". The high temperatures outside have not reduced the pace of vital developments and good deeds.

The hot topics in Israeli medical research include molecular programming to teach cells to eliminate disease-generating proteins. Also a new model to determine the pre-natal risk of genetic diseases. And the wheels were burning to bring life-saving organs from Cyprus for transplanting into desperate Israeli patients.

The IDF used its fire-power to prevent the Syrian Druze being massacred by Syrian jihadis. Religious boys from Israel were fired up to enlist in IDF combat units. And the President of Argentina launched an initiative to warm relations between Israel and South America.

Israeli hi-tech is certainly on the boil with Technion's new AI Excellence program. And you can now get Israeli fries with triple the amount of protein.

Egypt has signed to buy Israeli natural gas in the "most significant energy deal in Israeli history". Successful Israeli startups are firing on all cylinders. Israeli airport tugs are pulling planes to their take-off spots to save them firing up their engines early. Plus more hot Israeli takeovers and mergers.

Plenty of sizzling Israeli sporting successes and concert performances. Meanwhile the flamingos in Israel's Hula Valley are enjoying their summer vacation so much that they have decided not to migrate this year.

The photo (TY Sharon) is of young Israelis cooling off in one of Jerusalem's fountain play areas.

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10/08/2025

This week's newsletter theme is "Tomorrow". It is packed with innovations and activities that promise a better tomorrow.

Kidneys that can be grown in the laboratory; super-charged T-cells to kill cancer; discoveries of the source of rare genetic diseases; Israeli startups rejuvenating the elderly, and faster retina screening.

Low-sugar fruit juice to combat obesity and diabetes; more international successes for Israeli science and math students; protection against scams and rogue AI systems; historic wines recreated; and faster pre-flight airport handling;

Iron Beam, to knock rockets and drones out of the sky; more IDF soldiers that can speak Arabic; Israeli homes renovated after rocket damage; economic boosts for cities and towns devastated by Hamas and Iranian missiles; Israeli women strengthened after bereavement; and combat-ready ultra-orthodox soldiers and yeshiva students.

The photo is of another beautiful sunset off Israel's Mediterranean coast. It always seems to signify the hope of a better tomorrow.

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04/08/2025

There is always something new in Israel, whether a groundbreaking medical discovery or a new venture that is likely to take the business world by storm. This week's newsletter has even more new beginnings; a new village for IDF prep school graduates, an Israeli mother begins studying medicine at the same university as her daughter; an Israeli Druze doctor who met new relatives from Syria in his hospital; a new Israeli food startup inspired by a diabetic daughter; new, "green", building material; a new multi-million dollar fund for Israeli startups; and Israel are the new European champions at men's lacrosse.

There are constant historical reminders of the roots of the modern Jewish State. Archaeologists recently discovered a Canaanite blade workshop, and 2,000-year-old jewelry. More relevant, a rare 69CE Jewish "redemption" coin has just been unearthed. Imagine what those Jews would say if they could see the place now!

Finally, in an Israeli hospital another "miracle" Israeli baby was born; and in another, a Filipino ex-hostage called his new baby daughter "Israela". No connection, but birdwatchers were astonished to record a rare mocha-colored stork fly in to Israel's Hulda reservoir!

The iconic photo is of Theodor Herzl in Basel where he said he "founded the Jewish State". The title of his 1902 book "Altneuland" translates as "Old New Land". In 2025, Israel more resembles a New Old Land.

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27/07/2025

Almost every article in this Positive Israel Newsletter is an example of Israeli "togetherness". Protecting Syrian Druze, defending Israel against hostile missiles, medics saving Israeli lives, financial support to war victims, bereaved women joining the IDF, international supporters, and masses of humanitarian aid.

Expectant mothers monitoring their babies with remote support; resilience support from rescue services; Israeli Druze receiving bravery awards; Israelis planting vines in a Catholic vineyard; Christian support for Israel; Israeli humanitarian aid for Ukraine; and drinking water systems for Ugandan villages;

International support for Israeli education; AI tools for Israeli schools; SpaceX launching an Israeli satellite; interconnected Israeli defense technology that even anti-Israel countries rely on; and an app for pro-Israeli advocates.

Huge investment funds for Israeli startups; joint drone delivery business ventures; mergers and acquisitions, Even sporting successes have been due to joint partnerships. And now we hope to see large groups of young international visitors enjoying the sights and experiences of Israel together this summer.

The photo (TY Sharon) is of Druze and Jews relaxing together at this year's Jerusalem Marathon. See the wording on one of their shirts.
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19/07/2025

Due to travelling from the UK, visiting family, and medical appointments, I haven't had sufficient time to produce a newsletter this week. Hopefully, my next newsletter will be issued on Sun 27th July.

Meanwhile, please take this opportunity to visit my searchable database of nearly 27,000 previous articles, www.IsraelActive.com and check out those that interest you by entering keywords (e.g. a medical condition, scientific term, or food item) in the SEARCH box in the top Right Hand corner.

Best regards and Shalom
Michael

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13/07/2025

It's good to see so many organizations and businesses coming back to the Jewish State after the 12-day war with Iran.

In this edition of Israel’s good news, the highlights include:
- Astounding resilience of released hostages.
- Despite missile, Weizmann scientists publish vital research study.
- Peace-loving Muslim leaders make solidarity trip to Israel.
- Israeli startup developed a drone detection system on the battlefield.
- More Israeli military defense for Europe.
- The Jewish State knows when (and to whom) to give gratitude.

The photo (TY Sharon - rjstreets.com) displays the 2025 comeback of the Jerusalem Food Festival and Light Show.

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29/06/2025

Following the US strike on Iran's main nuclear weapons production sites, and subsequent ceasefire agreement, Israelis have thankfully been able to sleep at night without the disturbance of alerts, sirens and Iranian missile strikes. Israel has achieved unbelievable success in removing the existential threat from Iran, for which the whole world should be thankful.

This week's highlights include:
- Israel and the USA have made the world a safer place.
- Israeli scientists have discovered antibiotics in corals.
- An Israeli startup is enhancing the ocean’s ability to absorb CO2
- Israel’s global financial status has skyrocketed.
- An Iranian missile hit an Israeli building due for demolition.

The photo is of our local school preparing a ceremony of thanks to mark the end of the successful 12-day war against Iran.

I will be travelling to the UK next week, so my next newsletter will hopefully be published in two-weeks' time on 13th July.

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22/06/2025

The last two weeks have been the most dramatic in Israel since the Six-Day War of Jun 1967. Some of the headlines (before the latest U.S. strikes on Iran).
- Israel’s pre-emptive strike on Iran amazed the entire world.
- Israeli scientists grow skin from a patient’s own cells.
- Israel’s Parliament lauded the President of Argentina.
- Israel’s inflation & debt fell; foreign reserves hit a new high.
- Sporting successes at water polo, soccer, and wheelchair tennis.
- Miraculous rescues and escapes from Iranian missiles.

The photo is of a proud resident of Israel's Ramat Gan Safari, rising up to admire the rapidly changing geopolitical environment.

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15/06/2025

I am not issuing my Positive Israel newsletter this week, although there have been many good news stories. Even before the latest escalation with Iran, I had too many medical appointments and external commitments to compile the newsletter. Next week, though, could be another bumper edition.

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08/06/2025

While many consider the warm summer months a time to relax, with Israelis, however, there is no flagging - their energetic motivation to build a better future never stops.

This newsletter highlights:
- the IDF transforms civilian tech to help win the war.
- major life-saving Israeli discoveries about the immune system.
- thousands of Canadians take to the streets to support Israel.
- more proof of Israel’s dominant cybersecurity industry.
- Israel’s exports of defense systems to Europe are at record levels.
- "The Sound of Silence” rocks Tel Aviv.
- scenes of Jerusalem Day that the media didn’t want to show you.

The photo (TY Sharon) is of the Jerusalem Day flag march, attended by hundreds of thousands of dynamic, enthusiastic, flag-waving Israelis plus pro-Israel international supporters.

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