Rehovot, Central District, Israel

0 Culture Israel

Ehud Banai’s Guide to the Soul of the Land

Ronnie Perelis in 18forty · 11 Jun

This essay reflects on the deep connections between Jews in the diaspora and Israel, through the lens of Israeli musician and author Ehud Banai.

0 Holocaust Education

I Was a Schoolboy Nazi

David Muller in Lehrhaus · 11 May

David Muller recounts his childhood experience as an immigrant from Israel to the U.S., detailing the cultural and linguistic challenges he faced, particularly in overcoming a language barrier in school.

0 Politics History

The History They Hope You Never Learn About 'From the River to the Sea'

Future of Jewish · 9 May

Mitch Schneider's essay delves deep into the historical slogan 'From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free,' often used in anti-Israel protests.

0 Science Culture

Meet the Israeli scientists leading the fight against colorectal cancer

Larry Luxner in JTA · 26 Mar

Israeli scientists are at the forefront of global research attempting to combat increasing rates of colorectal cancer (CRC), a disease disproportionately affecting Ashkenazi Jews.

0 Politics Israel

While Iran fires missiles, Israel moves entire hospitals underground.

Mitch Schneider in Future of Jewish · 10 Mar

In response to escalating threats, Israel has ingeniously retrofitted underground parking lots into fully operational hospitals, showcasing a unique blend of logistical and medical expertise.

0 Philosophy Israel

A Zionist giving agenda for 2026

eJewishPhilanthropy · 23 Dec 2025

In a bold vision for philanthropic engagement in 2026, Gil Troy argues for a strategic reorientation of Jewish and Zionist giving.

0 Television/Film Culture

Susan Stamberg, iconic Jewish ‘founding mother’ of NPR, dies at 87

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 17 Oct 2025

Susan Stamberg, an influential voice in American broadcasting, passed away at age 87, leaving behind a rich legacy at NPR, where she broke new ground as one of its founding personalities.

0 Food Culture

TikTok star BenGingi highlights Israeli cuisine in a proudly defiant new cookbook

Rachel Ringler in JTA · 27 Aug 2025

Ben Siman-Tov, known as BenGingi on TikTok, released a cookbook called "Eat Small Plates," celebrating Israeli cuisine amid a tense global climate following Oct. 7.

0 Jewish Law Leadership

The Life-Giving Zeal of Humility: Reflections on Rav Amital

Yehudah Mirsky in 18forty · 16 Jul 2025

Rav Yehuda Amital's legacy, elucidated on the occasion of his 15th yahrtzeit, is one of profound humility and a life deeply rooted in action rather than written doctrine.

0 Science Israel

A missile struck this world-class institute in Israel, and the world shrugged.

Francisco J. Bernal in Future of Jewish · 8 Jul 2025

The Weizmann Institute of Science, a globally renowned research institution in Israel, suffered a devastating missile strike from Iran on June 15, 2025, which destroyed significant parts of its facilities, including labs and invaluable scientific samples.

0 Israel Science

At the Symbol of Israeli Science, a Cost Too Vast to Calculate

Matti Friedman in The Free Press · 30 Jun 2025

In the wake of a recent conflict between Israel and Iran, significant attention is being drawn to the destruction caused by Iranian missile strikes, particularly on Israel's scientific research sector.

0 Culture Education

Canadians are rallying to rebuild Israeli universities hit by Iranian missiles

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 25 Jun 2025

Canadian philanthropists are rallying to aid Israeli universities after Iranian missile strikes caused significant damage to the Weizmann Institute and Ben-Gurion University.

0 Politics History

The real enemy in the Middle East isn’t Israel. It’s Iran.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 23 Jun 2025

Joshua Hoffman's article argues that Iran, not Israel, is the primary destabilizing force in the Middle East.

0 Politics Israel

Did Netanyahu coerce Trump into attacking Iran? No — but he tried with Obama

Nora Berman in Forward · 23 Jun 2025

The article examines the recent U.S. military action against Iran's nuclear facilities and analyzes the influence of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on President Donald Trump's decision-making.

0 Politics Israel

'Iran is not winning this war,' says Trump, as Israeli death toll rises, US Embassy in Tel Aviv damaged

Philissa Cramer in Forward · 16 Jun 2025

Iranian missile strikes hit various locations in Israel, including Tel Aviv, for a third consecutive night, resulting in increased fatalities and damage, including to the U.S. Embassy.

0 Politics Israel

Death toll rises in Israel after another night of Iranian missiles; US Embassy in Tel Aviv damaged

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 16 Jun 2025

Tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate as Israel faces a barrage of Iranian missiles for the third consecutive night, resulting in at least eight deaths and extensive damage, including to the U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv and a research facility at the Weizmann Institute of Science.

0 Sports Communities

Hadassah’s Slam Dunk

Barbara Sofer in Hadassah · 22 May 2025

Hapoel Lev Jerusalem, a burgeoning women's basketball team in Israel, is making significant strides both on and off the court, with considerable support from Hadassah, The Women's Zionist Organization of America (HWZOA).

0 Communities Education

Moved by Oct. 7, Blackstone president donates $125M to Tel Aviv University to address doctor shortage

Grace Gilson in JTA · 7 May 2025

Jonathan and Mindy Gray, motivated by the aftermath of the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack, donated $125 million to Tel Aviv University's medical school.

0 Music Culture

Why ‘Tamid Ohev Oti’ Became an Unofficial Israeli Anthem

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 30 Apr 2025

In the wake of the tumultuous events of October 7, 2024, a song originally titled 'Tamid Ohev Oti' has unexpectedly emerged as an anthem of hope and resilience in Israel.

0 Israel History

77 Things You Might Not Know About Israel

Future of Jewish · 30 Apr 2025

Israel is a vibrant mix of historical significance, cultural diversity, and military ingenuity, offering a wealth of lesser-known yet fascinating facts.

0 Education Israel

At the 100-year mark, Hebrew University’s American friends are looking to capitalize on a unique moment

Larry Luxner in JTA · 24 Apr 2025

American Friends of the Hebrew University (AFHU) celebrates its centennial along with Hebrew University of Jerusalem, emphasizing its pivotal role amidst rising global antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment on US campuses.

0 Education Israel

Meet the MIT Scientists Fighting Academic Boycotts of Israel

People of the Pod · 7 Mar 2025

MIT scientists Or Hen and Ernest Fraenkel discuss how their Kalaniyot Foundation aims to counteract the negative impacts of academic boycotts against Israel by fostering collaboration between Israeli and American scholars.

0 Communities Culture

These Medical Clowns Are Healing Israel

Wendy Elliman in Hadassah · 3 Mar 2025

Israeli medical clowns are providing crucial support in healing both physical and psychological traumas of soldiers and civilians impacted by recent conflicts, particularly since the events of October 7, 2023.

0 Communities Culture

An Israeli cafe chain launched by and for Oct. 7 survivors is expanding to more cities

Deborah Danan in Forward · 13 Dec 2024

Cafe Otef, an Israeli coffee shop chain launched by survivors of the Oct. 7, 2023 massacre, is expanding to new cities across Israel.

0 Art Culture

Visual Moment | New Angles on a Sacred Land

Diane M. Bolz in Moment · 26 Nov 2024

Noted American photographer Ralph Gibson embarked on a transformative journey through Israel in 2019, capturing the country's essence through his unique artistic lens.

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