A taste of Israeli wines from the Judean hills
From Bible times till today, the Judean Hills near Jerusalem has been the home of some of the region's finest vineyards. The owners of the Castel Winery, Mony Winery and Zion Winery have unique stories to tell.
Beyoncé is coming to Israel
It’s now official – Beyoncé will be performing in Tel Aviv
on October 26 at Tel Aviv’s HaYarkon Park.
What the Romans got up to
Israeli archeologists have excavated the gate of the Roman city of Hippos at Sussita National Park in Northern Israel. They believe the gate may have led to the compound of Pan, worshipped by the Romans during the period of the Emperor Hadrian, who reigned from 117 to 138 CE.
Lifeguard finds 900-year-old lamp on beach
Meir Amshik, a lifeguard at the Ashkelon Coast National Park, discovered a 12th century CE oil lamp from the early Crusader period. Meir said, “Finding such a treasure is very exciting. You feel like you're a part of history."
Dogs and the Rio Olympics
What connects guide dogs for the blind to Olympic Games events featuring Israeli athletes? Answer - they are all featured on the latest issue of Israeli stamps.
Israeli fashion
What do Beyoncé and Lady Gaga have in common? Both of them wear Israeli-designed fashion! Israel's creative fashion scene is making a statement both in Israel and abroad.
Natalie Imbruglia to perform in Israel
90s pop sensation Natalie Imbruglia will be performing this summer on August 31, at the Hichal HaTarbut in Tel Aviv. Natalie’s hits include Torn, Big Mistake, Smoke, and Beauty On The Fire. Her concert in Israel is part of her world tour promoting her latest album.
Concert to benefit Sobar
The next fun event to support the no-alcohol, no smoking music club for Jerusalem youth will take place at Mike's Place in Tel Aviv on Friday July 8th from 1-4pm. Join the Sobar band, Libi Hart, Eli Marcus, Assaf Ganzman, SheRock and more for a fun 60's music. Also see Sobar’s crowdfunding site.
Gymnasts win Euro gold
Israel’s rhythmic gymnastics team won the gold medal in the clubs and hoops category at the European Championships in Holon, Israel. The team also won a silver medal for its ribbon routine, and the bronze in the all-around competition.
Itzhak Perlman donates his $1 million Genesis Prize
Genesis Prize-winner Itzhak Perlman has said he will donate his $1m prize money to music education and helping people with disabilities. The Israeli-American violinist, was awarded the ‘Jewish Nobel’ for his accomplishments as a musician, teacher and advocate for the disabled.