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May 9, 2026, 9:39 PM

Bullied Kid, WBA Champ, Orthodox Rabbi: The Story of Israeli Boxer Yuri Foreman

There is a classic moment in Airplane – a movie filled with classic moments – when a passenger requests “light reading,” and the flight attendant, played by Julie Hagerty, offers a leaflet entitled, “Jewish Sports Legends.” In reality, Jewish...

Mar 24, 2026, 5:39 PM

Israel is at a precipice. Israel Bonds’ Larry Olschwanger is meeting the moment.

Larry Olschwanger is in a reflective mood. The current chair of the Israel Bonds National Campaign Advisory Council, Olschwanger’s three-year term has spanned what has arguably been the most tumultuous - and harrowing – phase in Israel’s history. Seven months...

Nov 30, 2025, 11:06 PM

Amazing Azerbaijan – Flame Towers, Mud Volcanoes, Mountain Jews And So Much More

My first trip out of the US -- three months in Israel working on a kibbutz -- turned me into an avid globetrotter. Over the ensuing years, I visited dozens of countries, spanning six continents. In November, my wanderlust...

Aug 28, 2025, 7:17 AM

Beyond the Battlefield – Yair Marton Shares His Warrior Ethos with the World

I met Yair Marton in August 2022 when, as then-national director of marketing and communications for Development Corporation for Israe/Israel Bonds, I led a staff delegation to Israel. Yair was the featured guest at the opening dinner in Tel Aviv,...

Jul 3, 2025, 11:32 PM

Rocking the Kasbah: A Stunning Sojourn through Exotic, Wondrous Tunisia

As a frequent traveler, I’m often asked where I’m heading next. When I recently said I was off to Tunisia, the response was puzzlement, usually in the form of two questions: “Where’s Tunisia?” came first, followed by, “What’s there?” The...

Jun 6, 2025, 7:29 AM

Despite A Shocking Crime, the Capital Jewish Museum Remains a Site of Resilience

On the morning of May 20th, I visited the Capital Jewish Museum. I was somewhat familiar with the museum, and thought it would make for an interesting blog. Seventy-two hours later, virtually the entire world had heard of the Capital...

Apr 4, 2025, 12:19 AM

Shira Lewis: A Passion for Israel Inspired By The Legacy Of Jewish Women

In the coming weeks, the Jewish calendar will feature a number of significant dates, encompassing Pesach, Yom HaShoah, Yom HaZikaron and Yom Ha’atzmaut. Each commemoration underscores the disparate history of the Jewish people: the Exodus from Egypt; the six...

Feb 4, 2025, 5:16 PM

Seeking A Minyan Before Skiing Vail? Chabad Rabbi Dovid Mintz Is There For You.

A visit to Vail never disappoints. With spectacular runs, social media-perfect vistas, world-class dining and an après ski scene that Travel + Leisure recently proclaimed “the best in the world,” the famed ski resort has it all. And, like thousands...

Dec 18, 2024, 10:34 PM

The Kung Fu Odyssey of Sifu Sapir Tal, the ‘Israeli Bruce Lee’

From seven-year-old judo student to widespread recognition as the ‘Israeli Bruce Lee,’ Sifu Sapir Tal’s ascension to the summit of kung fu has been a fascinating journey. Sapir is a recognized kung fu sifu (master); he has rarified status as...

Jul 30, 2024, 6:44 AM

Israel and Baseball: A ‘Day at the Ballpark’ with Israel Bonds New Leadership

Baseball predates the Civil War, and, over the course of that long span, it has established itself as America’s pastime, bringing people together for a myriad of reasons, including rooting for the home team, bonding with friends, and family...

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James S. Galfund is former National Director of Marketing & Communications for Development Corporation for Israel/Israel Bonds. He lives in the Greater Washington, D.C. area.

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