Simon Griver

Simon Griver is a journalist based in Jerusalem and has been writing about Israel for nearly 40 years.He is currently managing editor of the English website of Globes - Israel's financial newspaper. He has been the JC's Israel sports correspondent since 1995 and also regularly contributes on all topics about Israel. His articles about Israel have been published in almost all of the UK's national newspapers and he has authored travel books about Israel for Insight Guides and the AA.

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Anger at extra Ryanair fees in Israel

Passengers without priority boarding face €40 (£35) charge

By Simon Griver

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Ryanair has cancelled all flights to Israel until the end of October, with no set date for restarting routes (Photo: Alberto Pizzoli)

Israeli research could see cannabis used to treat obesity

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Blackman targets Israel role

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Grant takes charge of NorthEast United

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Sylvan Adams - the man behind Israel's biggest sports spectacular

Israel is preparing to stage the biggest sporting event in its history — and it is all due to the efforts of one man. By pedalling the love of his favourite sport, Canadian immigrant. Sylvan Adams has had a major impact on Israel since coming to live in Tel Aviv two years ago with his London-born wife, Margaret.

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McClaren leaves Maccabi Tel Aviv

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Israel's new ball game for the NFL

America's National Football League is eager to harness the leading edge technologies offered by Israel’s sports-tech sector.

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December 14, 2017 16:42

Luzon departs mid-table Maccabi Haifa

Guy Luzon was sacked by Maccabi Haifa after weekend’s 1-1 draw at home to Hapoel Ashkelon, which left the Greens in seventh place in Ligat Ha’Al.

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December 13, 2017 16:22

Israeli media boss steps aside over rape allegations

Alex Gilady, who is also Israel's IOC member, is accused of sexual misconduct by four women

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November 9, 2017 16:00

Israeli media boss steps aside over rape allegations

Palestinian FA takes West Bank claim to court

Palestinian FA calls for Israel's expulsion if teams continue to play in Israeli leagues

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November 2, 2017 15:10

Palestinian FA takes West Bank claim to court

Hemed close to signing new deal with Brighton

Tomer Hemed is set to sign a new three-year Brighton contract, according to reports in Israel.

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October 31, 2017 10:25

Hemed close to signing new deal with Brighton

Five-star Israel avoids Davis Cup relegation

Israel whitewashed Romania 5-0 in the Davis Cup Europe-Africa Zone Group One relegation play-off at Ramat Hasharon to provide the best possible start for newly appointed captain Harel Levy.

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October 31, 2017 10:01

Five-star Israel avoids Davis Cup relegation

Barkat ready for Euro test

Hapoel Beer Sheva owner Alona Barkat has confirmed she will travel to Romania for next week’s Europa League clash with Steaua Bucharest, despite the crass sexist comments directed at her.

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October 26, 2017 09:22

Casspi ready for NBA opener with Golden State Warriors

Omri Casspi is set for his debut with NBA champions Golden State Warriors ahead of next week’s season opener against Houston Rockets.

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October 11, 2017 09:46

Casspi ready for NBA opener with Golden State Warriors

Tzedek and Zahavi dropped for World Cup qualifiers

Shay Tzedek has been dropped for Israel’s last two World Cup matches after failing a drugs test.

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October 4, 2017 11:23

Tzedek and Zahavi dropped for World Cup qualifiers

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