In a tragedy of huge proportions, Beirut has just suffered a devastating explosion of dangerous substances that had been confiscated and stored at the port. Even though Israel and Lebanon are considered enemies, Israel has offered support and aid.

We’ve read about Hezekiah, Menashe and the Kingdom of Judah in the Bible, but now archeologists are digging up ancient treasures which testify to the truth of these stories!

Unfortunately, the records expected in 2020 will not be set. This year, instead, is setting new records of another kind. Starting in late March, tour groups were sent back home, postponed or rescheduled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

For the current wave, there is a reluctance to close workplaces that have reopened, and cause a bigger damage to the economy. This time, the restrictions are more focused on prohibiting large gatherings and higher enforcement efforts on focused areas with higher rates of COVID-19 cases.