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Nahum Katz
The Opinionated Israel: Four Different Worlds Within A Hundred-Yard Stretch
0606 days
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Nahum Katz
Last week Ofra and I celebrated our 31st wedding anniversary at an unusual venue: the American Colony hotel in eastern Jerusalem. We decided to go there because it was a spot that we had never visited, and it turned out to be a good choice—almost like being abroad. It is a luxury hotel with a cosmopolitan ambiance, excellent service and a subtle but strong message to the sensitive visitor who is willing to listen. We very much enjoyed our stay and the kind, warm Arab hospitality. (more…)
PEOPLE IN TEL AVIV: The Cat Feeder Lady
0635 days
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Nahum Katz
She has to be in her late 60s. Probably new in the neighborhood—I did not see her before. A shaven head, bright eyes, a hippie gown thrown on her slim body, I met her in my office parking lot while walking to my car after work. (more…)