Water
After decades in darkness: Tel Afek's historic underground waterworks opens to public
The historic Tel Afek waterworks reopens: A journey following the water that saved Jerusalem, featured in a special Nature and Parks Authority series.
US Senators push to protect water systems after spate of Iranian cyberattacks, FBI warnings
Heavy rains and deadly floods in southern India kill 14, displace thousands
Pumping water and prioritizing agriculture threatens ecological collapse
Iranian president says country is on brink of dire water crisis
Faced with resource mismanagement and over-consumption, Iran has faced recurrent electricity, gas and water shortages during peak demand months.
IGUDAN and Mekorot inaugurate the national education and innovation center for water
The new national center, part of IGUDAN’s tech incubator, will open in 2026. Mekorot CEO: "We lead globally." IGUDAN Chair: "Our focus remains on education and innovation."
Iran considering relocating its capital over severe water shortage - report
At least 20 of Iran’s 31 provinces are now suffering a water crisis.
The perfect hydration guide: How to build drinking habits that will change your day?
An extra bottle at the right time, a well-timed sip when needed – how can proper hydration go from a daily challenge to a habit that works for us?
Israel to open Shafdan water education and innovation hub in 2026
Construction is slated to begin early next year, with the first cohort of researchers and entrepreneurs expected to move in during the second half of 2026.
Including a Halachic solution: What did we think of this water bar?
HDS Water recently launched the Spirit Plus, an advanced water bar that includes a function for those who observe kosher laws. Our tester is already in love. And you?
A study reveals beverages hydrating better than water
Beverages with small amounts of sugar, fat, or protein help maintain hydration longer.
Saltwater and UV alchemy: Researchers develop eco-friendly gold extraction method
The new technique eliminates toxic chemicals by using a common disinfectant and a recyclable polymer to recover gold from electronic waste.
Gaza faces a man-made drought as water systems collapse, UNICEF says
UNICEF also reported a 50% increase in children aged six months to 5 years admitted for treatment of malnutrition from April to May in Gaza, and half a million people going hungry.
Kinneret water park undergoes major renovation – what’s new?
The Hof Gai water park by the Kinneret was renovated for summer under new health rules. The 15-dunam park opens soon, with entry priced at NIS 143.
