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US Meth Deaths Surge 6,100%: Study Shows Record Rise in Methamphetamine Mortality Rate Since 1999

January 22, 2025David Rutman

Methamphetamine-related deaths in the United States have skyrocketed by a staggering 61-fold between 1999 and 2021, according to a groundbreaking new study—underscoring a rapidly escalating crisis in addiction and public health. Delving into the gender dynamics behind these tragic figures could be key to refining harm-reduction strategies and improving outcomes for those battling addiction, emphasized […]

“Solo Female Van Life: Why Women Over 50 Are Leading the RV Travel Movement

January 21, 2025David Rutman

Defying societal expectations and rewriting the narrative of aging, older women are hitting the open road alone, embracing adventure, growth, and the promise of new horizons. Armed with caravans, campervans, or rugged 4WDs and tents, these intrepid travelers journey across Australia’s breathtaking landscapes—from the dusty expanses of the Oodnadatta Track to the pristine wilds of […]

In Inaugural Address, Trump Hails Return of ‘the Hostages in the Middle East’

January 20, 2025David Rutman

In his defiant return to office, President Donald Trump cast himself as a “peacemaker” and cited the release of “the hostages in the Middle East.” In a benediction following Trump’s second inaugural address, the president of Yeshiva University prayed for the release of the rest of the Israeli hostages held in Gaza and for calm […]

Hubble Telescope Discovers Rare Spiral Galaxy with Active Quasar Jet

January 20, 2025David Rutman

The night sky has long guided humanity’s journeys—from ancient sailors navigating uncharted seas to the precision of modern GPS. Yet beyond the stars, the United States Navy turns to the cosmic lighthouses of the universe: quasars. These enigmatic, distant galaxies harbor supermassive black holes encircled by searing, swirling disks of gas that unleash powerful jets […]

Kehillat Israel Resumes Tot Shabbat After the Fires

January 20, 2025David Rutman

It is a miracle. Kehillat Israel, a reconstructionist synagogue in the Pacific Palisades, stands after the devasting Palisades fire last week on January 7th. Yet many of their congregation lost their homes. Despite this, the tight-knit community wasted no time in re-establishing as quickly as possible. Through the generosity of the Cayton Children’s Museum in […]

Kushner’s $1.4 Billion Albania Resort Project Approved Ahead of Trump Presidential Transition

January 19, 2025David Rutman

The government of Albania has taken a step in currying favor with the second Donald Trump presidency by granting strategic investor status to a company tied to Jared Kushner, son-in-law of former U.S. President Donald Trump. The ambitious project will transform Sazan, a once-isolated Mediterranean island and former military outpost, into an opulent resort destination. […]

Wikipedia’s Supreme Court On the Verge of Topic Banning 8 Editors from Israel-Palestine Area

January 18, 2025David Rutman

Wikipedia’s Arbitration Committee (ArbCom), which is the site’s version of the Supreme Court, is on the verge of issuing indefinite topic bans to eight editors involved in the Israel-Palestine topic area, most of them of being anti-Israel editors. ArbCom is Wikipedia’s highest dispute resolution board consisting of 15 members (one of whom is currently inactive) […]

Over 1,000 Kosher Meals a Day Delivered to Emergency Workers and Displaced Families Amid LA Fires

January 18, 2025David Rutman

When disaster strikes, the LA Jewish community shows up—and OBKLA (Our Big Kitchen Los Angeles) is proving just how true that is. Since the devastating fires broke out across the city, this kosher meal prep kitchen has been a beacon of hope, delivering more than 1,000 meals daily to emergency workers, evacuation centers, and families in need. OBKLA’s […]

Israel Tech Startups and Innovations: Weekly Roundup October 12 – October 25, 2024

Israel Tech Startups and Innovations: Weekly Roundup January 11 – January 17, 2025

January 17, 2025David Rutman

Israel Tech Startups and Innovations: Weekly Roundup January 11 – January 17, 2025New Startups / VC FundingHow to Make Your Network More Secure: Orchid Security’s New Identity-First Platform | Israeli Startup GuideOrchid Security, an Israeli startup and rising innovator in identity-first security orchestration, announced a $36 million seed funding round today. The investment was co-led […]

Israel’s Momentick Offers AI-Powered Carbon Emissions Risk Platform for Insurance Industry

January 17, 2025David Rutman

Israeli startup Momentick, a trailblazer in emissions intelligence, has secured an additional $5 million in funding to revolutionize the insurance industry with cutting-edge emissions risk management solutions. The investment, spearheaded by FinTLV Ventures and bolstered by the Menomadin Foundation and TAU Ventures, marks a significant milestone for the company. This funding comes on the heels […]