As the epicenter of three monotheistic religions, it’s no surprise that Israel is a place where some kind of holiday spirit can be discovered pretty much all year round.
From Jewish celebrations and festivals that are recognized as…
Category: Culture
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3 Israeli rhythmic gymnasts who transitioned to archery are now aiming for Olympics
One of the most remarkable stories to emerge from the Israeli delegation to the Paris 2024 Olympics is that of Mikaella Moshe: Israel’s first female archer, who, just two years before the opening ceremony, was a rhythmic gymnast. In the French…
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Gal Gadot receives poor reviews on Snow White performance
The audience score on Rotten Tomatoes currently sits at just 45% (based on 73 reviews at the time of writing). On Metacritic, which aggregates and averages reviews from various websites globally, the score is 47, including 19% negative reviews,…
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Miami Beach mayor backtracks on theater shut down over Israeli-Palestinian film scree
After moving to cut funding and evict local cinematheque over screening of Oscar-winning move No Other Land, mayor reverses course amid protests, legal concerns and civil rights pressure; ‘The community won’t tolerate arts censorship,’ says…
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Gipsy Kings to headline major music festival in Israel
The Gipsy Kings are returning to Israel and will perform alongside Ishtar at the Meridian Festival in Ashdod, which will take place from June 14 to June 21. The festival will feature over 200 artists and offer a vibrant mix of music, theater,…
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Gal Gadot’s daughter steals spotlight at Hollywood Walk of Fame event
Gadot attended the ceremony with her husband, Jaron Varsano and their four daughters — Alma, Maya, Daniella and Ori. But stealing the spotlight was three-year-old Daniella, who kept photographers entertained with playful expressions while Gadot…
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The world’s oldest Jewish book is on display in New York City
A medieval manuscript, believed to be the oldest Jewish book in the world, is now on view in New York City.
The Afghan Liturgical Quire, which dates to approximately the year 700 CE, is on display at the Jewish Theological…
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The risks and symptoms of household mold
Dark spots on kitchen walls, behind sofas or on bathroom ceilings may seem like minor nuisances, but experts warn they can pose serious health risks. Exposure to mold at home or in the workplace can cause irreversible lung damage, ranging fromContinue Reading
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BYD’s 1,000V electric cars promise 5-minute ultra-fast recharging
Chinese auto manufacturer BYD has uncovered two new electric vehicle models, the Han L and Tang, featuring high-performance specs and cutting-edge charging capabilities on Tuesday.Both models can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in under…
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Amid an acute doctor shortage, Israel prescribes physician associates as the cure
Israel’s healthcare system is grappling with a growing physician shortage, a crisis expected to deepen in the coming years as veteran doctors retire and medical school admissions fail to keep pace with demand. Faced with these mounting…
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