Jaffa

Almost three years after Oct. 7, 'Hostages Square' becomes official name of Tel Aviv Museum plaza

Tel Aviv mayor Ron Huldai said, "The square became a center of solidarity, mutual responsibility, and an uncompromising demand: Bring them, all of them, home."

The new sign, officially renaming the plaza to Hostages Square.
Cars filling up parking lots in Tel Aviv, July 06 2010.

Tel Aviv municipal parking fees to rise 20% starting August 1

Dancing to Hayati with cast in a lantern shop in Shuk Hapishpishim.

Finding her own genre: Nicole Raviv blends Hebrew, Arabic, and pop into a new Israeli sound

Israeli envoy to the Christian world George Deek.

Many Christian Arabs proud to be part of Israeli society, ambassador to Christian World says


Gun dealer kills Arab customer after refusing sale based on race

Investigators discovered that the seller had refused to sell the air rifle to the young man because he was Arab.

Medics wheel into the emergency room wounded Israeli men from the shooting attack in the West Bank settlement of Kiryat Arba, at the Hadassa Ein Karem Hospital in Jerusalem, on October 29, 2022.

President Herzog lights Christmas tree in Jaffa with Christian community

Along with being given the honor of lighting the Christmas tree, Herzog also met with prominent members of the Christian community of Jaffa.

 Israeli President Isaac Herzog, retired Supreme Court Justice George Kara and Tel Aviv Mayor Ron Huldai lit the Christmas tree with members of the Jaffa Christian community (December 21, 2022).

Old-fashioned luxury at Tel Aviv’s Drisco

In the spring of 1867, America’s favorite everyman Mark Twain wrapped up his journey to the Promised Land in the basement of this hotel where he penned his scathing travelogue The Innocents Abroad.

 THE DRISCO HOTEL – attention to detail

Guetta: Libyan cuisine in Jaffa that is as good as ever - review

Having visited the place several years ago, we were ready for another sampling of the authentic Libyan cuisine we had experienced on our first visit.

 Guetta

Israeli archaeologists reveal cache of guns Arabs used against British

The weapons cache, which included the remains of around 100 guns, will be presented at a special conference for police officers and archaeologists.

 Bullets that were among the finds in the Arab militia weapons cache found in Jaffa.

Legendary pop band Police get some Irish jazzy Jaffa joy

Cork, Ireland-based Dunlea is one of the stars at this year’s International Jaffa Jazz Festival, the seventh edition of which takes place at ZOA House in Tel Aviv October 13-15.

 IRELAND-BASED Paul Dunlea, one of the stars at this year’s International Jaffa Jazz Festival

Urban ease at Jaffa’s Market House Hotel - review

While I would have liked more time in this exotic locale, it’s comforting to know that my Market House refuge is just a short train ride away. 

 TLED IN the heart of Jaffa, Market House is built on the ruins of a Byzantine chapel.

The annual Jerusalem Outline Festival returns to Israel's capital

The sixth edition of the illustration- and words-based artistic event takes place in Jerusalem, from August 17-23.

 INTERNATIONALLY ACCLAIMED Belgian-born cartoonist Michel Kichka contributes to a tribute to late pioneering illustrator Shmuel Katz.

Is Jaffa the next Sheikh Jarrah? -opinion

Polls show that the Arab community is disappointed, angry and unmotivated to vote. But they also understand what is at stake. Grassroots campaigns are underway to encourage voting, which is crucial.

 MK SAMI Abu Shehadeh of the Joint List (wearing a jacket) poses at a meeting he chaired in the Knesset recently on the issue of Jaffa evictions.

Beit Kandinof: Jaffa's secret mango delight - review

Beit Kandinof, with its cosy ambience, incredible food and ultra-friendly service is a perfect place for a special occasion, a date or a night out with friends.

 SEA BASS fillet with Mango cream, bok choi and turnips.