Jerusalem
Jerusalem Highlights: January 2 – January 8
What's new to do in Israel's capital?
David Brinn: Stepping back from the news after 30 years at 'The Jerusalem Post' - opinion
IDF rescues Israeli trapped inside Hizma following military blockade of Palestinian village - Ynet
Olim’s guide to Jerusalem: best hangouts and activities for 2026
Israel greenlights construction of 900-megawatt power plant near Jerusalem
A 900-megawatt power plant that will be built at the Egged lot north of Jerusalem, along with a parking lot for electric buses.
New book traces Christian pilgrims' ancient path through Jerusalem
Rodney Aist retraces Jerusalem’s pre-Crusades pilgrim circuit—Holy Sepulchre to Zion, Gethsemane and the Mount of Olives—blending ancient texts, archaeology, and reflection.
France elected to lead International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance in 2027
France will take over the presidency of the IHRA in 2027, following Argentina’s term, as the alliance continues efforts to combat Holocaust denial and rising antisemitism.
Yasser Hadaya Asadi appointed first Arab-Muslim Border Police battalion commander
Asadi has been appointed as the new commander of the “Adomim” Battalion, one of the three Border Police battalions in the Jerusalem envelope.
Boundless Bach at the 12th rollout of the Jerusalem Piano Festival
The 'Bach for Two and Three Pianos' concert makes for one helluva evening’s entertainment, but Shapira takes the presentation offering and listening experience a step or two further.
Mamilla Hotel hosts wine weekend, attracting Israelis from all over the country
The hotel partnered with The Full Glass, a new organization of three female friends who organize events, to offer a weekend of wine in the heart of Jerusalem.
Two policemen injured at religious youth protest in Jerusalem marking Ahuvia Sandak's death
The protesters, a group of young right-wing nationalists, took to the streets to mark five years since the death of hilltop youth Ahuvia Sandak.
Grapevine: Six Hebrew University scholarships
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
'Oxygen': Breaking taboos on Israeli mothers who cannot send sons to war - review
“It touched something in people who saw it, even outside of Israel,” said Netalie Braun, director of the movie 'Oxygen.' “I really hope that it will spark discussion."
Jerusalem Highlights: December 26 – January 1
What’s new to do in Israel’s capital?
Editor's Notes: Diaspora Jews are buying homes in Israel, and it is not just real estate
In Jerusalem, a real estate transaction is rarely just a transaction. It is also a statement about belonging.