Demand is way down, and so my dad is closing down his software contracting company. He founded it in 1985, and has always been its primary manager and salesman, so he has no current programming skills. He is over 60, but can't afford to retire yet. What should he do now? [more inside]
posted by r0w on Sep 22, 2009 - 13 answers

Hebrewfilter. What does this text say or imply?
posted by fingerbang on Aug 21, 2009 - 3 answers

Has anyone from the US ever had to apply for an international drivers license? I'm a dummy and didn't realize it supposedly takes 4-6 weeks to get one! [more inside]
posted by nakleh on Jul 21, 2009 - 15 answers

What book should I read to get an understanding of the the current Israeli/Palestinian conflict and the history of the Israeli state? [more inside]
posted by phrontist on Jun 29, 2009 - 16 answers

Looking for a 3D map of Israel [more inside]
posted by jcdill on Jun 15, 2009 - 7 answers

Hints on Israeli superstitions? [more inside]
posted by zadcat on May 12, 2009 - 8 answers

What's not to be missed during nine days in Israel? [more inside]
posted by TravellingCari on Apr 13, 2009 - 21 answers

I've just discovered Kutiman on YouTube. Does anyone else come close to his mashup genius? [more inside]
posted by konig on Mar 12, 2009 - 18 answers

Can you get a copy of an Israeli Birth Certificate without having your Israeli ID number? [more inside]
posted by sapphirebbw on Feb 5, 2009 - 3 answers

Why did Israel withdraw from Gaza on the eve of Obama's inauguration? [more inside]
posted by mqk on Jan 19, 2009 - 19 answers

Is American support for Israel waning because of the Gaza crisis? [more inside]
posted by minicloud on Jan 15, 2009 - 26 answers

Is Gaza considered a separate nation-state from the Palestinian Authority by the Israeli government? [more inside]
posted by parmanparman on Jan 15, 2009 - 5 answers

My friend is going to the West Bank next week. He's Jewish. I'm worried, but nothing I do is going to stop him. My roommate told me about a tradition in the Jewish community where travelers are given money to give to charity at the end of their journey, with the idea that the intention to do good will protect them on their way. Tomorrow, I'm going to send my friend some money and tell him to give it to charity—when he gets back to the States. What other things can I send with the money, to let him know that I really care about him before he goes to this really dangerous place, or that might help him while he's there? [more inside]
posted by ocherdraco on Jan 13, 2009 - 13 answers

I'm jewish (non israeli) and in 3 weeks I'll be travelling from israel to Istanbul for 3 days. Should I reconsider for security reasons in view of Gaza's events?
posted by Manouk on Jan 6, 2009 - 12 answers

Office Gift Filter: My senior coworker, who has been something of a mentor for the past year, is about to move back to Israel to care for his parents for the next two years. What would be a good "best-wishes" kind of gift? [more inside]
posted by kittyprecious on Dec 15, 2008 - 4 answers

I'm excitedly returning to Israel for the first time since I lived in Jerusalem for a year in the mid-nineties. I'm co-leading an intergenerational synagogue trip in a few weeks, and I'd love any recommendations. [more inside]
posted by ericbop on Dec 4, 2008 - 3 answers

Where can I find Edward Said's last position vis-a-vis a one-state/two-state solution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict? [more inside]
posted by anonymous78 on Nov 24, 2008 - 4 answers

What are the countries, provinces or states shown in this image? [more inside]
posted by bru on Oct 18, 2008 - 12 answers

Things for a Canadian teen to do in Israel? (lots and lots more inside) [more inside]
posted by alona on Sep 28, 2008 - 7 answers

Why was Canaan/Palestine/Israel such desired territory in ancient times? I'm talking before Jerusalem became an important holy site. Is it just because the area was situated between other important civilizations and was therefore a trading hub? It doesnt seem like it was exactly rich in natural resources. Also, why did Jerusalem end up being the capitol of the Kingdom of Israel instead of someplace like Jaffa which seems to be a more convenient location for trade?
posted by minicloud on Sep 25, 2008 - 8 answers

Has anyone been on the Israel Birthright trip? [more inside]
posted by missjamielynn on Sep 21, 2008 - 18 answers

Does anyone have any tips or strategies to help in learning a new language when living in a foreign country but not doing a formal study program? [more inside]
posted by andoatnp on Aug 8, 2008 - 14 answers

I am moving from the US to Israel for a year. What should I bring with me, apart from the obvious, that is hard to find/incredibly expensive in Israel? [more inside]
posted by huskerdont on Jul 17, 2008 - 12 answers

Why is Israel such a close ally to the U.S.? [more inside]
posted by willy_dilly on Jun 6, 2008 - 26 answers

Looking for a good guide about what to do when moving from America to a foriegn country generally, or moving to Israel specifically, or advice about anything that I should be sure not to forget. [more inside]
posted by andoatnp on May 30, 2008 - 6 answers

I'm going to be studying in Jerusalem next year, and I'd really like it if one of my friends could come and visit me. The only problem is her father - he is very resistant to the idea, and undoubtedly gets his concerns from the news - which we know has an awful tendency of sensationalizing things beyond recognition. I was hoping you guys could help me put something together that she could show her father, to hopefully help assuage some of his fears. I mean, we're not planning on road-tripping down to Gaza or anything! [more inside]
posted by howgenerica on May 24, 2008 - 10 answers

I'm traveling to Israel next month for a family wedding. Most of the hotels and transportation are taken care of but I looking for other sidetrips/places that are worth visiting. [more inside]
posted by tickettrader on May 13, 2008 - 12 answers

I have some concerns about taking a gap year and studying in Jeruaslem, and hope someone might have some experience with either. [more inside]
posted by howgenerica on May 12, 2008 - 9 answers

Off to Israel and don't want to miss my internet fix. Anyone know the best ISP? [more inside]
posted by Blip on Apr 15, 2008 - 8 answers

A couple of questions about a potential trip to Syria, Lebanon, Jordan and Israel. [more inside]
posted by einarorn on Apr 14, 2008 - 10 answers

Considering applying to grad school in Israel. Any tips/advice? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 27, 2008 - 5 answers

Other ways to help Palestine? [Life-risking girlfriend inside] [more inside]
posted by lain on Mar 10, 2008 - 16 answers

I recently saw the movie Beaufort (homepage)(IMDB). Does anyone know the name (or have music for, or best a recording of, or link to where I can purchase a recording of) the Sabbath song sung in the film? [more inside]
posted by Jahaza on Feb 5, 2008 - 4 answers

Help an Anglo guy get by in Hebrew and Arabic [more inside]
posted by Acari on Jan 9, 2008 - 14 answers

Creative travellers: how can a guy get to Israel as cheaply and indirectly as possible? [more inside]
posted by Acari on Dec 18, 2007 - 12 answers

Have any well-known Middle East scholars come out in favor of uniting Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank into one multi-ethnic, secular state, with the goal of making all residents equal citizens?
posted by Afroblanco on Dec 11, 2007 - 15 answers

What agency should I choose to plant a tree in Israel (as a gift in someone's honor)? Does it matter? [more inside]
posted by rmless on Dec 4, 2007 - 8 answers

I'm trying to find usable graphic files with these specific images. [more inside]
posted by LoraxGuy on Oct 26, 2007 - 4 answers

Where can I find good online maps of the Middle East with the country and place names in Hebrew? Something like this one here. I can't read or write Hebrew, so I'm (apparently) hampered in tracking something down. Making an English language search and then trawling through 20 pages of google images at google.co.il turned up nothing. Alternatively, where can I buy such a map in London?
posted by londongeezer on Sep 9, 2007 - 8 answers

What's the best way to make calls from Israel to North America, and to let others from North America call me at little or no expense? [more inside]
posted by prophetsearcher on Aug 23, 2007 - 13 answers

Sending flowers to a war zone. How? [more inside]
posted by docgonzo on Jul 17, 2007 - 5 answers

IsraelTravelFilter. First trip overseas, too. [more inside]
posted by rsanheim on May 2, 2007 - 16 answers

I'll be travelling to Israel in several months, and have a couple of questions that I can't seem to find answers for: where to find good used bookstores, and whether it's possible to visit an Orthodox home for Shabbat dinner. [more inside]
posted by greenmagnet on Apr 3, 2007 - 12 answers

Taglit-BirthrightIsraelFilter: who's got info/buzz about the different trip organizers? I see 11 non-denominational, generic-looking trips ... does it matter which I choose? Random personal anecdotes welcome. [more inside]
posted by geremiah on Feb 11, 2007 - 11 answers

I/P in tha house! Hey, everyone. I have a student wanting to undertake an independent study on contemporary Israel/Palestine relations. I'd like to expose him to both sides, so does anyone have any suggestions for some online resources--ideally, reputable ones--for this student to begin his study? Thanks in advance!
posted by John of Michigan on Feb 6, 2007 - 9 answers

I would like a definitive view of the Israel/Palestine conflict that doesn't take sides (even most of the factual histories I've read omit some facts to give a certain slant to one side or the other). This could come in the form of a book, website, documentay, torrent, .pdf, podcast, or miscellaneous other media forms I haven't thought of. [more inside]
posted by elr on Dec 28, 2006 - 22 answers

My sister and her boyfriend(Jewish) are talking seriously about moving to Israel. What books, articles, ect. do I need to read to form a rounded opinion about this state. [more inside]
posted by nintendo on Dec 28, 2006 - 16 answers

Please help me find a quote and the name of whoever said it. It's something like "Israel has no foreign policy, only domestic politics". Or maybe it's the reverse? [more inside]
posted by redteam on Nov 14, 2006 - 3 answers

Seeking advice for someone relocating for his job from Israel to Palo Alto, CA. [more inside]
posted by MLIS on Oct 19, 2006 - 5 answers

How can I help israel? [more inside]
posted by petsounds on Oct 13, 2006 - 10 answers