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The battle of the dome: Jerusalem

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The Dome of the Rock, an Islamic shrine of deep religious significance, badly needs expensive repairs. Jordan's King Hussein, a Hashemite descendent, has traditionally been in charge of such repairs, but he is in a difficult financial picture at this time. Saudi Arabia's King Fahd wants to pay for the repairs, and this has started a feud because Hussein insists he will find a way to pay for them.

Behavior, Saudi Arabia, Political aspects, Historic sites, Jordan, Saudi Arabian foreign relations, Jordanian foreign relations, Hussein, King of Jordan, Fahd, King of Saudi Arabia, Islamic shrines

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The mountain and the plain: Jerusalem and Tel Aviv

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Jerusalem and Tel Aviv are the two cities that define Israeli life like no others, yet they are very much not alike. Jerusalem is the nation's spiritual center that embodies its people's historical roots, whereas Tel Aviv is known for its nightlife and secularity.

Social aspects, Israel, Tel Aviv, Israel, City and town life, Urban life, Sociology, Urban, Urban sociology

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The new Jerusalem

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Israel's Supreme Court is now in a beautiful new building in West Jerusalem's Givat Ram. The building was funded by Yad Hanadiv, a Rothschild philanthropic group. A history of Israel's architecture is given.

Buildings and facilities

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