6 Ways Israel Has Boomed Since Its Independence

6 ways Israel is counting its blessings on Independence Day

Though the country faces challenges, it has burgeoned economically, technologically and militarily. Here are some stats that prove it. Read more »

At home in London, French Jews dread vote on exiting the EU

Thousands of French Jews in the British capital are bracing for the UK’s fateful vote on leaving the EU, which may affect their ability to live and work in their adopted country. Read more »

Beyonce rocks Israeli-designed dresses on new world tour

Inbal Dror of Tel Aviv also designed the wedding gown worn by the singer when she presented at the 58th Grammy Awards in February. Read more »

Jewish dentist represents France in world’s most-watched song contest

Amir Haddad, who has Israeli and French citizenship, will perform in the Eurovision 2016 finals on Saturday. Read more »

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Israel wins Eurovision, gets rejected by European soccer body

In the same week that Israel won the international pop song contest for the first time, the country’s application for membership in the European Football Association was denied. Read more »