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  • The unexpected history behind Jerusalem's street names

    Tess Levy|Apr 30, 2021

    (Israel21C via JNS) - Jerusalem is a city of history. Much of that history can be found in the ancient structures of the Old City. However, there's an aspect of Jerusalem's history that is much more subtly integrated into its geography: its street names. Many roads throughout the capital city are named after important figures in local and Jewish history. While there are obvious ones, such as Herzl Street and Balfour Street, many names on street signs pay tribute to lesser-known personalities....

  • The Tel Aviv neighborhood that flourished during Covid

    Tess Levy|Jan 1, 2021

    (ISRAEL21c ) - Pink, green, orange and blue plastic chairs permeate the intersection between HaShuk and Levinsky streets. Dozens of 20-somethings recline into them, nestled into this corner of Florentin, a southern Tel Aviv neighborhood that remains a cradle for conversations and socializing deep into the autumn months. Wine bottles, many at least half-empty, are littered around the legs of the colorful chairs and the people who have claimed them. A melody from a live trumpet player drifts into...