Haifa is a port city in northern Israel. It is the third largest city in the country, and is considered diverse in its population. Of its almost 300,000 residents, 25% are immigrants or descendent of immigrants from the former Soviet Union and 10% are Arab. 14% of the the residents are Christian, and 4% are Muslim. Haifa is a holy city for the Baha'i faith, and is home to the famous Baha’i Gardens.
Haifa’s port is the largest in the country. In addition to the vital docks, it also has several chemical and oil refineries. It has the largest business park in Israel, featuring some of the branch offices of the most competitive and global companies in the world.
In addition to the Baha’i Gardens, Haifa has several other tourist attractions. It also has the restored German Colony which was founded by the Templers, Mount Carmel national park, and an artists colony.
Haifa is home to the Technion University, Israel’s oldest university and the top ranked education center in Israel and the Middle East.
Haifa is the birthplace of Naftali Bennett, Gene Simmons, and the members of Infected Mushrooms.
The police have already arrested several suspects involved in the incident, and they will have to attend a hearing to extend their detention.
According to Israeli law, in this scenario, the top two finishers in the race go head-to-head, and therefore, 70 candidates will be up for election on Sunday.
Hadar and Vadi Nissnas' "Close to Home" festival features tours, music, art, local food, and sustainability from March 6-9.
Haifa District Committee greenlights the government urban renewal plan in Tirat Carmel, featuring 730 residential units, commercial spaces, and public amenities.
The Jerusalem Post Podcast - Travel Edition, Episode 76
This week's art roundup includes 20th-century artwork at the Haifa Museum of Art, public art exhibits across Tel Aviv, and, in a first, an Israeli's art was flown to the moon.
Haifa heads to runoff race, Beersheba mayor runs unopposed • Incumbents win big, from Eilat to Tiberias through the West Bank
The Jerusalem Post spoke to some local residents about their views on the election, which issues are important to Haifa, which candidates have their support, and what they think about the pigs.
“The welcome growth in the number of women studying at the Technion means that it is all the more important to provide the new mothers among them with suitable and respectful conditions for nursing."
An Israeli military spokesperson said the target had not caused any damage or injuries.