The newly opened Museum of Tolerance in Jerusalem resembles a bridge or a dove with outstretched wings, representing its founders’ vision of promoting unity, dignity and respect among Jews and people of all faiths.
Conceived as the…
Category: Culture
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E-cigarettes as addictive as traditional cigarettes, study finds
They entered the market as a promising alternative to traditional cigarettes — a tool to help smokers quit. But in practice, e-cigarettes have taken a different turn: They have become especially popular among young people and are often used…
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Pregnancy recovery may take over a year, Israeli scientists find
Pregnancy is one of the most dramatic and profound processes the human body undergoes. A new Israeli study published Wednesday in Science Advances sheds light on the physical changes that accompany pregnancy and the postpartum period. Researchers…Continue Reading
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Maya Rudolph, James Schamus among filmmakers calling to protect ‘No Other Land’ team after director’s arrest
A number of Jewish filmmakers are among thousands who signed a petition in support of Hamdan Ballal, the Palestinian co-director of the Oscar-winning documentary “No Other Land” who was arrested this week by Israeli…
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Recipes using fruit and vegetable peels
A crazy delicious snack, similar to potato chips, made in just a few minutes from peels we usually throw away. Tastes great sprinkled on a salad, eaten as a fun treat (maybe with a dip — see the bonus on the side), and pairs perfectly with a…
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A growing health crisis in Israel
Fatty liver disease, once associated mainly with unhealthy lifestyles in adults, is now increasingly diagnosed in young children as early as preschool. The condition, which can lead to inflammation, liver scarring and, in severe cases, liver…Continue Reading
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Israel National Trail celebrates 30 years of adventure and unity
This April marks the 30th anniversary of Israel’s most iconic hiking route, the Israel National Trail — known in Israel as the “Shvil” (Hebrew for “trail”) — a nationwide schlep which stands as a testament to the country’s…
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What goes on the passover seder plate?
Passover on a plate
On the evening of the Passover Seder, just before eagerly diving into the meal, participants in the holiday ritual bless and eat some of the food items found on the traditional Seder plate — a round dish placed at the…
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Israel asks freed hostages to share medical information for UN report on Gaza captivi
The Health Ministry is seeking permission from hostages recently released from Gaza to collect their medical information as part of a comprehensive report intended for the United Nations, detailing the health consequences of their captivity under…Continue Reading
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The fight for Nazi stolen masterpieces heads to the big screen in “Auction”
Hundreds of thousands of works of art and cultural treasures, along with millions of items that belonged to Jews, were looted by the Nazis after they came to power and during World War II. Most were never returned to their owners or heirs. These…
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