Ruth Schuster

An abbreviation of the term meaning 'the guard at the periphery,' this term has come to mean any lowly sort forced to take the blame for a hierarchy's worth of headache.

The cacophony of the flea market is replaced by the jive of jazz, once a week after sunset. And it's free.

Hungry? Well, if it's the weekend, head to Dizengoff Center for a sampling of Jewish and other ethnic cuisines.

Suny, Israel's official importer of Samsung phones, floats a plan to save the state taxes; startups Wochit and Any.Do raise millions.

A handy term to cut someone short may have gotten its start with the hapless Ottoman navy.

In Israel's open-air produce markets, the longer the afternoon's shadows, the bigger the markdown you're likely to find on fruits, veggies and possibly even flowers.

Galaxy S4 takes off in Israel, FTBpro raises $5.8 million, and who's cool? Gartner will tell you.

What was it like to live in early Tel Aviv? Find out at this migrating exhibition, now next to Glida Montana at the port.

Here's a little bit of trivia to brighten your day: In Hebrew, this word has but one very specific meaning: the fluorescent highlighter pen.

Facebook gets its Hebrew domain for free; MIT honors Israelis; Teva Pharma offers sexually active teens new relief.

Startup that helps operators fiddle with your phone for you scores money, LG names new importer.

There is no point in getting smashed at one of Tel Aviv's bars and reeling out to go searching for wild pigs. Think cool, brushy areas, and remember, they're nocturnal.

Mobile app developers make mama proud; Amazon apps land in Israel; Telefonica's Israeli shopping spree; Reduxio is off to a good start.

Pelephone hosting yet another MVNO; Dudamobile, SupportMachines raise money and much more

Startup Nation and farmers meet in the marketplace with exotic varieties of tomato hybrids.

Exploring not only what was, but what could have been.

During his career as one of Israel's most influential journalists, Dankner was never afraid to take sides, speak his mind or even beg a little.

The Elvis Inn is a 1950s-style diner in the Judean Hills that dishes up American-Middle East fusion - and hails The King.

Data security company Commtouch reveals new phishing scam; Camalia goes Apple picking; Tonara gets a new maestro; SiSense pulls in new funds.

While it is tempting to go for a familiarly big car, Israel's narrow streets and limiting parking mean the smaller the better.

As the entire nation travels to their respective Passover seders, drivers beware: Like the Jews wandering in Egypt, you could find yourself stuck on the road for longer than intended.

In the mood for some hearty street food? Grab some shwarma on the go - and take plenty of napkins with you.

Racing past traffic on two wheels instead of four may make you feel invincible. But slow down and take note: all the same rules apply.

You may sniff a whiff in the street. But don't let faux casualness of users mislead you. Drugs are illegal.

Weak yen is a plus for car importer; Azrieli patiently seeking Tambour buyer; watchdogs bark at bank boards to stay away from large investors.