Tag Archives: Israel

05Nov/23

Has holy land been hijacked by fascist and terrorists?

On the eve of May 14, the Arabs launched an air attack on Tel Aviv, which the Israelis resisted. This action was followed by the invasion of the former Palestinian mandate by Arab armies from Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, and Egypt. Saudi Arabia sent a formation that fought under the Egyptian command. Continue reading

03Nov/23

When Hamas is eventually wiped out who will own the proceeds of war?

— The current conflict in the Holy Land is a critical moment for people of Christian faith who want to visit the place where Jesus was born and brought peace. The conflict has made it difficult and dangerous for Christians to travel to the region, and has also damaged some of the Christian holy sites. Continue reading

10Oct/23

Christian support groups where Palestinians and Israelis can pray together in peace

Tue, Oct 10 2023  – One Christian support group that is active in Israel and Palestine and where Palestinians and Israelis can pray together in peace is Sabeel Ecumenical Liberation Theology Center. Sabeel is a Palestinian Christian organization that works for justice and peace in the region. They offer a variety of programs and resources, including prayer groups, educational workshops, and advocacy campaigns. Sabeel is committed to bringing together Palestinians and Israelis of all faiths to work together for a just and peaceful future.
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06Oct/23

Exporting surveillance to Africa

By Kim Harrisberg | South Africa correspondent

Privacy experts are calling for citizens to be protected from growing surveillance in Africa, following a new report by the Institute of Development Studies (IDS) and the African Digital Rights Network (ADRN).

Their report, “Mapping the supply of surveillance technologies to Africa” focuses on Nigeria, Ghana, Morocco, Malawi and Zambia importing surveillance tech from countries including the U.S., Britain, China, Israel as well as the EU amounting to more than $1bn every year. Continue reading

22Sep/23

Rupert Murdoch and the rise and fall of the press barons: how much power do newspapers still have?

Simon Potter, University of Bristol

Global media tycoon Rupert Murdoch has announced his retirement as chairman of Fox and News Corp, making way for his son Lachlan. He has been demonised as a puppet master who would pull the strings of politicians behind the scenes, as a man with too much power. But what influence did he and his fellow media moguls really wield?

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30May/23

InnoVEX 2023 Gathers Startups From 22 Countries Demonstrating Endless Possibilities

The InnoVEX exhibit for startups at COMPUTEX 2023 will be held at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Hall 2 from May 30 to June 2. As a global platform for startups, InnoVEX 2023 will integrate 5G, AIoT, healthcare technology, metaverse and XR, electric vehicles and smart mobility, green technology, and other innovative solutions. A total of 400 participating startup teams from 22 countries and 8 pavilion countries, including France, Belgium, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Japan, Brazil, and Israel, will showcase diverse creativity. Continue reading

30May/23

Why more foam makes for the best beer-drinking experience – and always has

Anistatia Renard Miller, University of Bristol

What makes for the ultimate beer drinking experience? Some like theirs in a frosty glass, others with a wedge of lime. But when it comes to froth – or the head as it’s commonly known – what’s the best amount and how can it be achieved?

Too much froth and you’re left with a smear of bubbles across your face and hanging from your nose as you desperately try to get at the beer beneath. But too little will cause problems in your stomach.

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