Jerusalem
Some 20,000 new immigrants have arrived in Israel since last Passover
Among the new immigrants were children and the elderly, with 4,119 children and teenagers between the ages of zero and 18 and 2,426 people over 65 making aliyah over the past 11 months.
From Egypt to Jerusalem: Passover inspires hope and security - opinion
Police reach agreement with Latin Patriarchate to allow limited groups in Church of Holy Sepulchre
Police arrest 18 as anti-war protests spread across Tel Aviv, Haifa, Jerusalem
Grapevine: Ringing hollow
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
A war-weary Jerusalem marks Purim one day after the rest of the world
Early morning sirens coincided with the morning of Shushan Purim, as thousands of Israelis gathered, despite a prohibition on public gatherings, to fulfill the mitzvah of hosting a Megillah reading.
Iran’s leadership shattered: What comes next in the US-Israel campaign? - opinion
With Khamenei gone, Iran faces an uncertain future; will the regime fracture or endure amid ongoing US-Israel military pressure?
Purim 2026: Turn Purim mess into order with simple home-organizing tricks
Transform your home from chaotic to calm this Purim with expert organizing tips and quick nightly resets.
At least five people wounded by Iranian missile strike in Jerusalem area
Israel Police is sweeping the area for missile shrapnel and urges the public to stay area from the site of the strike.
Escape from Tel Aviv: Taking the train to Jerusalem on the second day of the war - feature
he tension on this very familiar journey, one I make a few times a month, brought to mind a line from a book: “Up mountain roads/‘round hairpin curves/with eagle eyes/and steely nerves.”
Sirens, shelters and an empty Old City: Jerusalem rattled on the first day of war with Iran
The war comes as Israel prepares to celebrate Purim, a Jewish holiday commemorating the overthrow of an oppressive Persian regime, offering a powerful parallel for the current moment.
Ran Cohen Harounoff: Helping children thrive amid crises worldwide - interview
From Ukraine to Israel to Jamaica, Ran Cohen Harounoff helps children recover and thrive after disasters.
When first graders in Modi’in sang 'You Won’t Defeat Me,' I cried - opinion
First graders in Modi’in danced and sang prayers for soldiers and peace, a moving reminder of faith, resilience, and hope.
Bach Festival features contemporary dance and live baroque performances
Nine concerts, live ensembles, and eclectic programming showcase Bach’s timeless adaptability.