Archaeologists fascinated by intricate 4,500 year old production technique The Israel Antiquities Authority has discovered a rare gold bead, at least 1,600 years old, in Jerusalem’s City of David. IAA…
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Ancient rare gold bead unearthed in Jerusalem
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NEW PILGRIMAGE ROUTE REVIVES ANCIENT PATH FROM JAFFA TO JERUSALEM
The Way to Jerusalem, a project of two intrepid Israelis who based the route on ancient Holy Land pilgrimages, is set to become Israel’s local equivalent of Europe’s Camino de…
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Bethany Beyond the Jordan
Visitors to Bethany Beyond the Jordan can walk in the footsteps of John the Baptist—where he preached, where he baptized Jesus, and where the first five apostles met. These three…
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When Ofir was born, she was so tiny that she could fit in the palm of her mother’s hand. Tal had gone into labor at 24 weeks. Baby Ofir entered…
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TIME Picks Jerusalem Biking as Top 50 Destination in 2023
Seeing the ancient city from a new perspective on two wheels is recommended on list of World’s Greatest Places. Biking in Jerusalem was recommended by TIME magazine as one of 50…
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NINE OFF-THE-BEATEN-TRACK DESTINATIONS IN ISRAEL
Great places to visit that aren’t well known, from archeological sites and natural wonders to friendly farms and artist studios. The Old City of Jerusalem. Masada. The Sea of Galilee.…
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WHAT TO PACK ON YOUR TRIP TO ISRAEL
From slippers to sunscreen, shawls to white tees, make sure to arrive here in style for all seasons. Coming to Israel? That’s great! If you are wondering what to pack…
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Gates of Jerusalem
While there are many stories connected to the walls of Jerusalem, it is the story of its gates which holds special significance. Currently, there are seven open gates and four sealed…
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Purim | Celebration of Victory and Joy
One of the most joyous holidays in the Jewish calendar, Purim is celebrated annually throughout Jewish communities around the world. Meaning “lots,”—as in to draw lots or straws—in ancient Persian,…
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Ticketmaster under Fire for Selling Tickets to Anti-Semitic Nation of Islam Event
Ticketmaster came under fire on Friday, February 10, after it was revealed that it was selling tickets to the Nation of Islam’s annual “Saviors’ Day” event. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL),…
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9 COMPANIES TO WATCH IN ISRAELI SPACE-TECH
Israel’s nascent space-tech industry is soaring into the stratosphere. Find out which companies are leading the way. In December, we brought you a story about how 2023 is likely to be…
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ISRAEL’S 11 TOP FOOD MARKETS
Israel’s markets cater to all culinary dreams, whether those are foraged greens and artisanal sweets or more in the direction of fine dining and drinks. Food markets in Israel have…
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See How Dead Sea Loses 600 Olympic Pools of Water Every Day
The body of water in the lowest point on Earth is shrinking fast, as these haunting timelapses show. It’s no secret that the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth…
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Israeli Forces Rescue 19 People from Turkey Earthquake Rubble
More than 200 people have been treated in the field hospital established by Israel; civilian aid group leaves site due to security threat. The Israel Defense Forces’ search and rescue…
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Archaeological Discoveries Prove the Existence of King David and More!
In Israel today, the Jewish claim to the land of Israel is tied to the history of the Bible. Recent archaeological discoveries prove those Jewish ties to the land of…