Yuval Ben-Ami

Most high-ranking officers who retire from the military go into business or politics, but not all. Three former army officers show a preference for honey, feng shui and the fine arts.

Who best explains the case for Israel: an expert on the separation fence, or a rap group? A Foreign Ministry plan that aims to change the country's advocacy efforts is proving controversial.

The popularity of Sandoka coffee among foreigners living in Jerusalem, including diplomats, tourists and activists like Lazarus, apparently matches its level of anonymity among most of the city's Jewish population.

Israeli tourists have discovered Tunisia - not only to revisit their roots, but also to enjoy a relaxing vacation.

Lego has lost something of its creative urge and its uniqueness in recent years. Now, the Danish toy company is trying to take its products apart and start again

Lego has lost something of its creative urge and its uniqueness in recent years. Now, the Danish toy company is trying to take its products apart and start again

A bunch of sleepy looking young people stand around in front of the Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity house, wearing Lacoste shirts and munching on hamburgers.

Bookseller Ann Kristof has a wild red mane that reflects her Celtic roots. Her dream was of composing imaginative children's books and she has an affinity toward fictional literature in general and historical novels in particular.

While many quality journals in the U.S. are closing up shop, McSweeney's, a refreshing four- year-old quarterly published in California, is flourishing.