Rare ancient temple and vessels discovered on IDF training groundsUsing drones, Israeli archaeologists recently exposed an exciting find so rare that similar sites in the nation can be counted on the fingers of one hand. November 30, 2017
1500-year-old mosaic floor of Georgian church unearthed in IsraelIsraeli and German archaeologists have uncovered a 1,500-year-old colored mosaic floor of Georgian church with an inscription in Greek mentioning the year of its construction according to the Georgian calendar.... November 26, 2017
WATCH: Holocaust survivors celebrate long-awaited bar/bat mitzvah at Western Wall45 Holocaust survivors celebrated their bar or bat mitzvah at the Western Wall. November 16, 2017
2018 ‘Jewish Nobel Prize’ awarded to actress Natalie PortmanThe Genesis Prize, which promotes the Jewish value of social activism, is being given this year to acclaimed actress Natalie Portman. November 8, 2017
Israel library makes famed Günzburg Collection accessible to the worldThe National Library of Israel has added the Günzburg Collection to its new digitized platform. November 7, 2017
Israeli archaeologists unearth intriguing find at King Solomon’s MinesA rare find in southern Israel has illuminated Egypt's ancient presence in the area. November 1, 2017
Einstein’s theory of happiness auctioned for $1.3M in IsraelEinstein's theory of happiness was purchased for $1.3 million at a Jerusalem auction, 650 times the initial price. October 25, 2017
WATCH: New Einstein Museum displays artifacts never seen beforeJerusalem's Hebrew University has erected a new Albert Einstein Museum in a planetarium. October 19, 2017
Austrian Chancellor-elect vows zero tolerance for anti-Semitism in coalition“The battle against anti-Semitism and our policy of zero tolerance against all anti-Semitic tendencies is very important to me,” Austria’s newly elected leader Sebastian Kurz stated. October 18, 2017
Israeli archaeologists uncover new segments of Western WallIsraeli archaeologists' recent discovery near the former Temple complex sheds light on Jerusalem's ancient history. October 16, 2017
Intriguing evidence of ancient rituals discovered in JerusalemNew archeological evidence found in Jerusalem provides a window into the beliefs and rituals of ancient times. September 25, 2017
WATCH: IDF general replicates pilgrimage to JerusalemMeetchabrim (Hebrew for connecting) is replicating the biblical pilgrimages in which Jews traveled by foot to Jerusalem during the festivals of Sukkot, Passover and Shavuot. September 24, 2017
WATCH: UN ambassadors wish Israelis a ‘Happy New Year’ in HebrewAs Israeli Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon says in the video, Israel now has many friends in the world. September 20, 2017
WATCH: Trump lauds Jewish people’s ‘incredible character and spirit’ in New Year’s greetingTrump sent videotaped wishes to the Jewish people for a "Happy New Year", ahead of this week's Rosh Hashanah holiday. September 19, 2017
WATCH: Thousands flock to Western Wall for pre-Rosh Hashana prayersThousands of Jewish worshipers came to Jerusalem's Western Wall for early morning prayers in the days leading up to the Jewish New Year, also known as the Day of Judgment. September 18, 2017
WATCH: Zionist-themed art like you’ve never seen beforeSalvador Dali produced Zionist-themed paintings and a piece that was a tribute to the Jewish people. September 5, 2017
WATCH: Rollicking ‘Klezmer’ music festival kicks off in mystical Israeli cityThe Klezmer music festival has kicked off in the mystical Israeli city of Safed. August 28, 2017
WATCH: Putin gives Netanyahu extremely rare, medieval BiblePutin presented Netanyahu with the first Bible ever printed with the commentary of Rashi. August 27, 2017
Archaeologists unearth important Byzantine-era inscription in JerusalemArchaeologists in Jerusalem uncovered a Greek inscription mentioning the Byzantine emperor Justinian, which they described as an "archaeological miracle." August 23, 2017
WATCH: Remembering Jerry Lewis, Jewish King of ComedyJewish comedian and fundraiser for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Jerry Lewis, passed away Sunday at the age of 91. August 22, 2017
Remnants of major pre-Holocaust European synagogue exposedRemains of the Great Synagogue of Vilna were recently exposed, 70 years after it was destroyed by the Nazis during the Holocaust. August 17, 2017
World’s largest database of Jewish art launched in JerusalemThe Hebrew University launched the world’s largest online database of Jewish art, representing the culmination of 30 years of documentation. August 14, 2017
WATCH: World’s ancient Hebrew manuscripts go online!Jewish manuscripts are being made available for viewing online at the click of a button. August 11, 2017
Galilee discovery educates on Second Temple-era ritual purityAn ancient workshop uncovered by archaeologists in the Galilee sheds light on ritual norms in Israel during the Second Temple era. August 11, 2017
WATCH: Israeli Piano Professor Brings Out the ‘Piano Man’ in You!Yuval Admony, a piano professor, describes the Tel-Hai International Piano Master Classes. August 9, 2017
Israel’s National Library launches massive digital manuscript archiveIsrael's National Library launched the most comprehensive online digitized library of manuscripts in the world. August 3, 2017
‘Times are changing,’ declares one among over 1,000 Jewish visitors to Temple Mount"Unbelievable! Over 1,000 Jews so far have ascended the Temple Mount... This number is unprecedented! Times are changing." August 1, 2017
Archaeologists find evidence of destruction of First Temple-era JerusalemEvidence of the wealth of the Judean kingdom's capital and its destruction by the Babylonians were recently exposed in Jerusalem. July 26, 2017
Israeli students discover First Temple-era water systemAn impressive First Temple era water reservoir was chanced upon by Israeli students. July 20, 2017
WATCH: Israeli art for the soulOrit Martin explains how her skills combine with technology, allowing her to use the computer screen as a canvas. July 16, 2017
Oldest mosaic of Bible’s Jonah found in GalileeRecently discovered panels on an ancient synagogue floor in the Galilee show famous biblical sagas unfolding. July 9, 2017
London Mayor wavers, but supports UK Hezbollah banLondon’s Mayor has finally agreed to support the designation of all of Hezbollah as a terrorist organization. July 9, 2017
WATCH: Israeli flutist brings the sound of the Mediterranean to lifeFlutist Heftsiba Zer Aviv breathes new life into the sounds on which she was raised as the child of Yemenite and Algerian Jews July 6, 2017
Famed Crusader battle comes to life in Israel for 828th anniversaryFans of history convened from around the world in northern Israel to reenact an epic battle between the Crusades and the Muslims. June 29, 2017
Israeli students discover extraordinary 900-year-old collection of women’s jewelryHow did 900-year-old rings, bracelets, earrings and hairpins end up in the kitchen of a Crusader fortress tower in Modi'in? June 20, 2017
Modern technology exposes First Temple era inscriptionA First Temple era inscription, hidden for almost 3,000 years, was exposed through advanced imaging technology. June 18, 2017
Israel Festival Blends Artistic LinesThe theme of identity exploration is a unifying component in the eclectic, high-quality artistic productions at this year's Israel Festival. June 1, 2017
WATCH: Philanthropist gives out $100 bills at Western WallLeonardo Farkas was seen distributing $100 bills to Jews praying at the Western Wall in Jerusalem Monday. May 30, 2017
Archaeologists expose Ottoman-era well in central IsraelA water system dating back hundreds of years was recently exposed prior to the widening of a highway. May 29, 2017
Israelis unearth evidence of Jerusalem’s last battle 2000 years agoNew archaeological findings shed light on the last battle between the Romans and the Jews almost 2,000 years ago. May 25, 2017
Ancient pools serving Jews in Temple era discovered in JerusalemJerusalem's massive ancient reservoirs serviced Second Temple-era Jewish worshipers, new research has found. May 24, 2017
Hundreds of thousands celebrate Lag B’Omer at Mount MeronHundreds of thousands celebrated Lag B'Omer Saturday night at the gravesite of revered Jewish mystic Shimon Bar Yochai. May 14, 2017
World War I Battlefield Exposed in IsraelFindings testifying to the fierce fighting between the British and Ottoman forces were exposed in the center of Israel. May 9, 2017
Ancient menorah tablet shows ‘clear Jewish presence’ in CaesareaThe Land of Israel constantly reveals hidden treasures, testifying testifying to its rich history and the Jewish People's deep and long-lasting ties to its land. This time, archaeologists discovered an extraordinary 1,500-year-old mother-of-pearl tablet etched with a menorah in the ancient town of Caesarea. April 27, 2017
WATCH: Israel pauses to remember Six MillionOn the morning of Yom HaShoah, Israelis across the country stopped whatever they were doing and stood still in memory of the Six Million. April 24, 2017
Jewish family renews fight for Passover Haggadah stolen by NazisA Jewish family is seeking recognition of its past ownership of one of the world's oldest Passover Haggadah. April 13, 2017
Finger from Egyptian statue found on Temple MountA finger fragment from a statue of an Egyptian god or king was found in soil excavated from the Temple Mount, just ahead of Passover. April 12, 2017
Remains of pyramid dating to Israel’s exodus discovered in EgyptAhead of the Passover holiday, an unknown pyramid was discovered in Egypt, dating roughly to the time of Israel's exodus from bondage. April 3, 2017
Passover Haggadah rescued from Nazi clutchesA Haggadah saved from Nazi Germany tells the tragic story of Jewish redemption in the modern era. April 2, 2017
WATCH: Notes cleared from Western Wall before PassoverRabbi Shmuel Rabinovitch explains how notes wind up between the stones of the Western Wall and how the privacy of those who write them is protected. March 30, 2017
Israeli students unearth 2000-year-old Jewish townIsraeli high school students helped uncover a 2000-year-old town dating back to the Second Temple period. March 27, 2017
Netanyahu: As in Purim story, modern-day Persia will not succeedNetanyahu told a number of children at Caesarea's central synagogue during Purim celebrations that modern-day Persia will fail in efforts to destroy the Jewish state. March 12, 2017
WATCH: Ivanka Trump bakes Purim pastries with her childrenFirst daughter Ivanka Trump shared a photo on social media on Friday of herself and two of her children preparing for the Jewish holiday Purim. March 10, 2017
2000-year-old Roman road exposed in IsraelIsraeli archaeologists recently exposed a millennia-old road which served as a vital route for travel and commerce when the Romans ruled Israel. March 7, 2017
Ahead of Purim, Israeli library displays 400-year-old Book of EstherIsrael’s national library boasts a Book of Esther collection that includes more than 100 scrolls from dozens of Jewish communities around the world. March 7, 2017
Ancient, rare stone structure decorated with rock art exposed in IsraelIsraeli archaeologists have discovered a mysterious and unique millennia old structure, which has generated more questions than provided answers to how people lived in the Holy Land 4,000 years ago. March 5, 2017
Israeli archaeologists uncover new evidence surrounding Dead Sea ScrollsIn one of the most exciting archaeological discoveries in recent memory, more evidence surrounding the famous Dead Sea Scrolls was found. February 9, 2017
2017 ‘Jewish Nobel’ awarded to artist Anish KapoorThe Genesis Prize, which perpetuates the Jewish value of social activism, is being given this year to renowned Jewish artist Anish Kapoor. February 6, 2017
Arab League, Islamic countries call on Trump to reverse entry banThe OIC and Arab League called upon Trump to reconsider the 90-day entry ban on nationals from 7 Muslim countries. January 30, 2017
National Library gets finest collection of Hebrew prints and manuscriptsIsrael's national library has enriched its collection with one of the world's largest collections of Hebrew texts. January 24, 2017
