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Student leaders visit Israel to strengthen efforts to combat antisemitism
Over 80 North American student leaders are currently in Israel to strengthen their campus efforts to combat antisemitism. the participants include Taylor Shaw, a student government representative at Rutgers University and social media chair for the university's chapter of Students Supporting Israel. Shaw spoke with KAN reporter Naomi Segal- 6 דקות
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Israel blocks international NGOs from operating in Gaza
Ten foreign ministers have condemned Israel's decision to close down dozens of international NGOs providing aid to Palestinians in Gaza. Israel took the decision claiming they failed to meet requirements under new registration rules. KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with Tirza Leibovitz from Physicians for Human Rights- 7 דקות
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Maurice Kahn RIP, the greatest South African-Israeli
Israeli billionaire and philanthropist Morris Kahn, the financial powerhouse behind Israel’s attempt to land on the moon and a range of social, medical and cultural endeavors, died Thursday at age 95. Kahn, a native of South Africa, moved to Israel in 1956. KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with South African-born journalist Steve Linde, a close friend of Maurice Kahn.- 9 דקות
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Population growth slows as emigration soars
Research by the Taub Center for Social Policy Studies in Israel indicates a significant shift in patterns of fertility and demographic growth in Israel. The rate of population growth in 2025 will be just 0.9%, the lowest since the state was founded in 1948. KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with Prof Alex Weinreb, the Taub Center’s Director of Research and head of Demography, about the report.- 7 דקות
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Closing health care gaps in north as part of resilience building
Addressing disparities in access to quality healthcare plays a key role in fostering resilience and rebuilding the north following the war. The Tzafon Medical Center is seeking to meet these challenges, including with the recent opening of its new rehabilitation center. Tamar Bodek Mala, CEO of Friends of Tzafon Medical Center spoke to KAN reporter Naomi Segal- 7 דקות
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Survey assesses war's impact on children
The Gaza war continues to impact children, according to a survey conducted by the child development organization Tipuli. According to the poll, more than 35 percent of parents reported that their children are expressing fear and insecurity, while 30 percent reported impaired social and daily functioning of their children. Ester Kreimer, co-CEO of Tipuli spoke to KAN reporter Naomi Segal- 7 דקות
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Trump and Netanyahu face some tough decisions
US President Trump hosts PM Netanyahu in Florida Monday for talks that are expected to cover Gaza and other pressing issues. Any decisions made could have a potentially momentous impact on questions that determine the future of the region. KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with Prof Eitan Gilboa, an expert on US-Israel relations from Bar Ilan and Reichman universities, ahead of the Florida meeting.- 9 דקות
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