A study conducted by researchers from the University of St Andrews has found striking similarities between the conversational patterns of chimpanzees and humans. The research team observed that chimpanzees engage in turn-taking communication using gestures, facial expressions, and occasional interruptions, with response times ranging from milliseconds to seconds, remarkably similar to human conversational structures. […]
British-Israeli artist Sam Griffin says the works being shown at a new exhibition in Jerusalem were created as he processed his experiences as a reservist
With an estimated average of 250 years that can reach over 500 years, the Greenland shark (Somniosus microcephalus) is believed to be the longest-living vertebrate on Earth, surpassing even giant tortoises. A recent study, presented at the Society of Experimental Biology Conference in Prague, sheds new light on the sharks' amazing longevity. According to […]
Jewish Voice for Peace, a pro-Palestinian protest group, protested inside an office building in the U.S. Capitol complex, calling for an arms embargo on Israel. Some 200 were arrested, as police said 'demonstrating inside the Congressional Buildings is against the law'
Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad survived an assassination attempt after regime insiders were involved in sabotaging his vehicle, according to a report by "Iran International," affiliated with Iranian exiles. According to the report, sourced from within the regime, the former president's vehicle lost control after sabotage that likely included remote control of the vehicle. […]
Far-Right National Security Minister Ben-Gvir has demanded that PM Netanyahu include him in the limited forum that makes strategic decisions on the war. Defense Minister Yoav Gallant strongly opposed the idea, saying Ben-Gvir 'is trying to set the Middle East on fire'
The high-speed internet will enable potentially life-saving medical consultations via real-time video calling, the UAE foreign ministry said in February
After studying the causes of household food waste, researchers Kohei Watanabe and Tomoko Okayama in Tokyo came up with a fridge organization techniques aimed to address most common problems. The proposed techniques include using bright tape, transparent trays, and labels with 'I can't consume you' images to improve the visibility of soon-to-spoil foods and […]
Apple TV's "Omnivore" is an eight-part docuseries created by renowned Noma chef René Redzepi. It explores the cultural significance of eight essential ingredients found in cuisines worldwide: chile, coffee, corn, tuna, rice, banana, pig, and salt. Each episode focuses on a single ingredient, delving into its history, cultural significance, and how it has shaped […]
The movie 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' will be available for streaming on Hulu and Disney+ starting August 2. 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray versions will be available later in selected international markets. The fourth installment in the Planet of the Apes reboot series, the movie is a standalone sequel to 'War […]
Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer, a close associate of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, discussed new proposals for the "day after" in Gaza at a secret meeting held last week in Abu Dhabi. The discussions involved senior officials from the U.S. and the UAE, according to The Washington Post. The secret trip to Abu […]
When a drone hits an Israeli high-rise, upper-floor residents are on their own: the Houthi attack on Tel Aviv last week augurs badly for a country that has become a nation of skyscrapers, and no means to protect them
The Democrats' shirking of Netanyahu during his visit strengthens both his and Trump's narrative, as they seek to rebuild the relationship. While all eyes are on the prime minister's speech, few notice the judicial coup's return
Athletes are afraid to sign for Israeli teams, their parents are refusing to let them come and agents are demanding more money. Only those who have already played in Israel are ready to play here this season – with the exception of the big three, deep-pocketed basketball clubs
Savor, a California-based startup founded in 2021, developed a thermochemical process using carbon dioxide, hydrogen, and oxygen to create dairy-free butter, cheese, ice cream, and milk alternatives. The company, backed by Bill Gates, says it aims to mimic the taste, texture, and appearance of traditional dairy products but with a significantly lower carbon footprint, […]
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a high-quality thin film superconductor made of ternary tetradymite (consisting of bismuth, tellurium, and sulfur) that exhibits record-setting electron mobility, making it ideal for efficient electrical current flow and low-power electronic applications. Superconductivity is a physical property where electrical resistance vanishes and magnetic fields […]