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Drip-Free Pita Bread?! Israeli Pastry Virtuoso Spends 7 Years Perfecting The Pita
Best thing since sliced bread? If you've ever had the traditional Israeli falafel pita, then you're probably familiar with its main drawback – leakage. Israeli pastry-chef Shimmy Seren spent 7 years creating a drip-free bread cylinder.
December 10, 2013
Six Israeli Companies Changing The Gaming World
Everyone knows that Israel is a world leader when it comes to startups, but few are talking about the country's strong gaming industry. NoCamels lists six Israeli companies that are making substantial contributions to the international gaming market.
December 03, 2013
Meet The Tiny Gadget That Will Sound The Alarm If Your Bike Is Being Stolen
as more city dwellers turn to bikes as their main mode of transportation, they are still faced with one major drawback: Theft. An Israeli product called Cricket is an innovative way to protect your bike, using a tiny motion sensor that send you a message when your bike is being touched.
November 19, 2013
Why Did Apple Pay $345 Million For Primesense?
Israel continues to be a hotbed for high-tech exits, the latest being Apple's acquisition of motion-recognition company Primesense for $345 million. We consider the range of possible applications for Primesense's technology in Apple products.
November 18, 2013
Researchers In Israel Announce A Revolutionary Alternative To Fuel
Have Israeli scientists solved the fossil-fuel dependency problem? A team of Israeli researchers from Ben Gurion University have created a substance, made from water and carbon dioxide, which can replace crude oil to produce fuel using existing methods.
November 14, 2013
Cool Israeli Gadget Solves The Problem Of Phone Stands In the Car
An Israeli couple has come up with a small solution to a big problem: mounting your phone in your car while driving. While many solutions exist, none are as elegant, simple and cool as Sticko, which surpassed its Kickstarter goal within a week.
November 13, 2013
Israel Sends Much-Needed Aid To Philippines Following Typhoon Haiyan
Israel is sending assistance to the areas in the Philippines devastated by Typhoon Haiyan. Teams from IsraAID, an NGO committed to providing life-saving disaster relief and long term support, are currently on their way to the region.
November 12, 2013
Wizeo: Spend $1 To Chat With Celebrities And See Your Money Go To Charity
Would you pay $1 for the chance to talk to a former head of state, or a famous actor? Wizeo thinks so and that's why it launched a platform that offers one-on-one video chats with famous people, in return for a small donation to charity.
November 04, 2013
Foldylock: The Cool Bike Lock That Tripled Its Kickstarter Goal
If you own a bike, you'll also be the owner of a bike lock, but perhaps not a proud one. A group of Israeli designers has come up with a slick and clever design that got the ultimate vote of confidence by tripling its Kickstarter goal with plenty of time to spare.
October 16, 2013
Analyze This: Facebook Acquires Mobile Analytics Startup Onavo For Up To $200M
Facebook finally plants a flag in Israel: Mobile analytics company Onavo has been acquired by the international social network giant for a reported $100-$200 million. As a result of the acquisition, Onavo will become Facebook's first office in Israel.
October 14, 2013
GreenIQ Will Save You Half Of The Water You Use In Your Garden
In hot countries like Israel, if you don’t irrigate your garden you’ll quickly see it turn yellow. At the same time, water in scarce in the tiny country. That's why a new Israeli app uses real-time weather data to control your sprinklers.
September 25, 2013
Israeli Gaming Kickstarter Campaign Reaches $250,000 Goal Within 5 Hours
One thing many gamers are waiting for is a virtual reality experience that actually feels real. Israeli controller system Stem is a major step in that direction and has been given the ultimate "thumbs-up" by beating its quarter-million-dollar Kickstarter goal within five hours.
September 22, 2013
Stem Cell Discovery May Lead To New ALS Treatment
The reality of ALS is painful. It's a condition that causes the muscles to degenerate gradually, leading to death with several years. An Israeli study is now showing significant results in what may be a breakthrough for sufferers of the neurodegenerative disease.
September 09, 2013
Truth Or Myth? Everything You Need To Know About Honey For Rosh Hashanah
Tomorrow is the Jewish New Year – Rosh Hashanah – and many Jewish families worldwide will eat the traditional apple with honey. But how much of what you know about the sweet syrup and its supposed health benefits is true? We have all the information for you.
September 03, 2013
The Button To Rule Them All : Pressy Raises 10X Its Goal In Six Days On Kickstarter
As sophisticated as smartphones are, when you're in a hurry, their complexity can be a downside. A new Israeli Kickstarter project which broke the bank with its button that attaches to smartphones may be the answer.
September 03, 2013