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Pulling out all the stops - Haaretz - Israel News
“Bikes can be a profound part of your identity; we want to show biking as an enjoyable experience, with a deep sense of culture and identity. This is achieved through the prism of restoration, the longing for an old bicycle, the anti-consumption culture and a great [...]

An interesting story, particularly in view of Yehoshua’s views about Israel and Jewish identity (see below):
Words Without Borders: The Soul Mate
“And your father?” I continue anxiously.
“He passed away before I could say good-bye, and it’s all your fault. You talked me into leaving and never said he might die. So now you take [...]

Interesting reminder that the roots of conflict between Jews, gentiles and the arabs are very deep. ‘Palestine’ - the name of the Roman province.

http://www.timesonline.co.uk/article/0,,2102-2539484,00.html