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Yossi Klein Halevi's book "Like Dreamers" tells the story of seven paratroopers who helped liberate Jerusalem in 1967 and follows their lives through the 197...

The book "Original Sins" by journalist John Judis is a critical examination of President Harry Truman's Middle Eastern policy and the history of Zionism. Jud...

Ari Shavit's book "My Promised Land: The Triumph and Tragedy of Israel" delves into his family history, experiences, and views on Israel, exploring the count...

"Omar" and "Bethlehem" were both nominees for the best foreign film Oscar, focusing on the complex relationship between Palestinian informers and Israeli han...

One year before the Hebron massacre where Baruch Goldstein killed 29 Muslim worshippers, the author had a casual encounter with him during a weekend visit to...

The Israeli government is pushing ahead with plans to draft ultra-Orthodox men into the army, potentially leading to jail time for draft refusers, a move tha...

In the discussed episode titled "Press, Profs & Passports," the conversation revolves around the Israeli press's effectiveness, the involvement of academics ...

Meshek Barzilay, an organic vegetarian restaurant in Tel Aviv, has a unique Hebrew Menu concept where each Hebrew month has a special seasonal menu created b...

"Bible Kings" is a new documentary film following adults from around the world as they prepare for the Chidon HaTanakh, the International Bible Contest. Dire...

Israel's chocolate scene is evolving, with the upcoming second annual Chocolate Week highlighting the creativity and innovation of local chocolatiers. Event ...

In 1961, at McGill University in Montreal, Israeli Ambassador Yaacov Herzog challenged British historian Arnold Toynbee to a public debate after Toynbee ques...

In a dialogue between Allison, Don, Eilon, and Noah, the discussion revolves around the legacy of Shulamit Aloni in promoting rights discourse, the connectio...

Aaron Kaplowitz, a former IDF soldier, describes watching a pivotal NFL game between Tom Brady and Peyton Manning with his tank battalion commander on an Isr...

In a discussion about poverty and leadership, Allison, Don, Eilon, and Noah explore the decline of military hero-political leaders, potential civil unrest in...

The article reflects on Ariel Sharon's life and leadership, highlighting his journey from being a divisive figure to a unifying force in Israel. Initially se...

Ariel Sharon, a prominent figure in Israeli military and politics, was known for his military exploits as a field commander in the Israel Defense Forces and ...

In this text, Allison, Don, and Noah explore various topics, including the lenient sentence of an officer who assaulted a peace activist, a heartbreaking dis...

In a discussion hosted by The Times of Israel, Eilon, Noah, and Miriam Herschlag explore various topics, including the potential for peace accompanying the R...

In this text, Allison, Eilon, and Noah discuss Buzghi Herzog, the new head of the Labor Party, and his peace initiatives, the influence of social media on th...

Allison, Eilon, Don, and Noah explore the fusion of American and Israeli cultures in the context of Thanksgivukah, delving into topics such as the state of t...

Israeli genre fiction is experiencing a resurgence as demonstrated by the recent Geffen Prize shortlist featuring novels with themes like Rabbinic conspiraci...

On September 11, 2001, Akamai Technologies, a Cambridge-based company, faced a drastic surge in internet traffic following the terrorist attacks on the World...

In "The Compost, Computers & Competitors Edition," Allison, Eilon, Don, and Noah cover various topics, including the decline of environmental parties in rece...

In this discussion, Allison, Eilon, Don, and Noah cover three main topics: the exoneration of MK Avigdor Lieberman after a long investigation, the IDF's choi...

The event marking the 40th anniversary of the Yom Kippur War brought together Major General (ret.) Eli Zeira and Major General (ret.) Zvi Zamir, key figures ...

On the 40th Anniversary of the Yom Kippur War, a debate arises over the actions of Israel's top spymasters regarding the conflict. Ashraf Marwan, a key Egypt...

Joe Biden is set to headline the upcoming J Street Conference, a liberal pro-Israel event. In the past, the conference lacked high-level officials due to pol...

Israel's new chief rabbis were selected after a contentious process that highlighted the deep-rooted issues within the rabbinical institution. The winners, R...

The article discusses the transition of power in Qatar from Emir Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani to his son Tamim bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who inherited no...

The text describes a person's childhood memories of living in Israel for a year before returning to the U.S. due to their parents' divorce, which marked the ...

The text discusses the author's personal experience of refusing reserve duty in the Israel Defense Forces during the First Intifada due to his objection to I...

"The Million that Changed the Middle East: The Soviet Aliyah to Israel" by Lili Galili and Roman Bronfman Matar explores the significant impact of the Soviet...

Israeli high-school graduates can opt to defer their military service for a year through programs like Shin-Shin, where they engage in volunteer work. Partic...

Independence Hall in Tel Aviv holds historical significance as the site where Israel's Declaration of Independence was announced on May 14, 1948, marking the...

The article discusses the dilemma surrounding the burial of alleged Boston Marathon terrorist Tamerlan Tsarnaev, highlighting Jewish perspectives on burial p...

Boston and surrounding areas are under lockdown as authorities search for the second of two Chechen brothers suspected of the Boston Marathon bombings. The o...

The FBI is investigating the Boston Marathon attack with no formal suspects identified yet, while a young boy from Dorchester is among the three confirmed de...

The WikiLeaks documents provide insight into the relationship between the United States, Yasser Arafat, and the Palestinian cause during the Kissinger era. D...

The text recounts the personal experience of an American volunteer during the Yom Kippur War in 1973, highlighting the surprise attack on Israel by Egypt and...

Yona Baumel, a man of faith, passed away on Shavuot at the age of eighty-one, without his son Zecharya having been returned after going missing in a battle d...

The article reflects on the current state of Israel, noting both challenges and achievements. While there are issues such as corruption, education quality, a...

Yom HaShoah, the Jewish Holocaust Remembrance Day, was established in Israel in 1953 to commemorate the Holocaust and provide a day for religious observances...

The text emphasizes the deep historical and spiritual connection between the Jewish people and Judea. It highlights how despite being dispersed for millennia...

The text discusses the complex and contradictory nature of Israel, highlighting issues such as political instability, economic disparities, academic tensions...

Ruthi Cohen, a devoted woman with a deep faith, is at the center of a narrative detailing the life and tragedy of her family in Gush Katif. Ruthi and her hus...

Gush Etzion, located south of Jerusalem, holds significant historical and modern Jewish importance, attracting visitors with its rich heritage and attraction...

After a suicide bombing in Jerusalem, Dr. Avraham Bauer and his son Yehonathon were severely injured, with Yehonathon suffering a brain wound that left him b...

"God, Israel, & Shiloh: Returning to the Land" by David Rubin recounts his harrowing experience of being shot at with his young son in Shiloh, a Jewish commu...

Avi Binyamin, the owner of the Kippa Man store in Jerusalem, settled out of court with Marvel Comics and Warner Brothers after being accused of selling unlic...

In response to a review by Jeremy Rabkin, the author acknowledges praise for his book on Israel's adherence to international laws of war but criticizes Rabki...