British mandate
Macy’s magnate Nathan Straus used his fortune to combat disease in New York and Mandatory Palestine
Unlike Rockefeller or Carnegie, Nathan Straus began to give his money away early on and was devoted to several significant philanthropic initiatives as he continued to build his major businesses.
Israel Electric reveals telegrams showing Tel Aviv power station's role in British political battle
The UK recognizing Palestine opens the door to lawsuits over crimes during the Mandate - opinion
At Toronto film festival, 'Palestine 36' tackles the past, echoes in the present
From Begin’s tchach-tchachim to Bibi’s bots - analysis
Likud has a long history of milking opponents’ insults for more votes.
Original copy of infamous 1939 British White Paper to be auctioned
An original copy of the 'White Paper' which restricted Jewish immigration to Palestine during the Holocaust is one of three rare pamphlets to be auctioned in Los Angeles
A pioneering rabbi
Menasseh ben Israel was a writer, intellectual and advocate for British Jewry in the 17th century.
Newly-discovered 1945 letter reveals how Tel Aviv survived a British siege
An anonymous letter, recently discovered in the National Library archives, offers a glimpse into a time of crisis when the residents of Tel Aviv were prisoners in their own homes.
British milestones in Holy Land set traditional foundation for royal visit
William's visit is at the behest of the British government.
LONDON IN JERUSALEM
With tea at the tower and cocktails in the citadel, the Tower of David Museum explores culture in the city during 1918-1948.
A Hagana fighter's recollections of the 'Night of the Bridges'
90-year-old Chanan Rapaport recalls his days as a fighter in the pre-state era.
Is it time now for the ‘Arab Mandate’ for Palestine?
The British Mandate ended in 1947. Then the UN passed the Partition Plan
U.S. Embassy relocation possible within a year, experts say
VP Pence likely to discuss embassy move during visit.
Arrival: More than a job – a mission
When he finished medical school, Wilbur earned rabbinic ordination at Yeshiva University’s Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary.
