In a rare archaeological find, a 1,700-year-old sarcophagus depicting a drinking game between Hercules and Dionysus, was discovered near the ancient city of Caesarea. Israel Antiquities Authority staff said the discovery “felt like something straight out of a movie”. https://unitedwithisrael.org/roman-sarcophagus-discovered-in-caesarea-provides-clue-on-size-of-the-ancient-city/

Israel’s Guy Sasson made history once again at Roland Garros, capturing his second consecutive Quad Wheelchair Singles title with a commanding 6-4, 7-5 victory over top-seeded Dutchman Niels Vink. A day earlier he had partnered Vink to win the doubles … Continue reading →

Israel’s multi-ethnic soccer team beat Estonia 3-1 in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match in Tallin to move into second place in the table. Dan Biton scored two goals and Muhammed Abu Fani the 3rd. Israel’s captain Eli Dasa … Continue reading →

Both Israel’s men and women had big wins in their first two qualifying round matches in the 2026 European Water Polo Championships. Israel’s men beat Switzerland 23-13 and then beat Bulgaria 16-9. The women beat Sweden 22-8 and then Slovakia … Continue reading →

A whale shark – the largest fish in the world, and an endangered species – was spotted off the Eilat coast in what appears to be its annual visit to Israel (see here previously).  Whale sharks grow to over 18 … Continue reading →

Cherry picking in kibbutz Kfar Etzion, just 45 minutes from Tel Aviv, is a rare opportunity to pick premium cherries. The kibbutz also hosts a fun festival for kids, a forest pool, a 400-meter zipline, wine tours, and even igloo … Continue reading →

After nine days of events in Jerusalem, the 64th Israel Festival will follow up with four days in the Upper Galilee and Golan Heights, and then three in the Western Negev. Its unique mix of performance art and music, theater … Continue reading →