Netanya

Carol Fesler appeal puts sentence in Rafael Edna hit-and-run case back before court

Rafael’s death in May 2023 became a rallying point for wider public frustration over road violence, accountability, and what many in the Ethiopian community saw as failures in cases' treatment.

View of the empty courtroom at the Supreme Court in Jerusalem on July 13, 2025.
 Bruschetta fresca

Raffaello: Bringing authentic Italian flair to Netanya’s dining scene - restaurant review

Menu option at Vitkin Winery.

Exploring Vitkin Winery’s tastings and dairy menu in Kfar Vitkin - review

Laniado surgeons operating under fire have 45 seconds to reach shelter.

Laniado Hospital begins building a large, innovative emergency hospital at a cost of NIS 200M


This week in Jewish history: Birth of Hebrew University

A highly abridged weekly version of Dust & Stars.

 THE HEBREW University of Jerusalem opens, 1925.

BP restaurant: A gourmet restaurant at an Israeli gas station - review

We have visited BP on the Coastal Highway several times, and we both got the distinct impression this time that it is aiming to be less of a diner and more of an upmarket restaurant.

 BP restaurant

Parades, dancers, and superheroes: Israel's children celebrate Purim

IN PICTURES: See the celebration of thousands who gathered across various Israeli cities to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Purim.

 People wearing costumes celebrate the Jewish holiday of Purim in Holon, March 14, 2025

Approval granted for the construction of 256 apartments in the new luxury neighborhood in Netanya

 The plan by ICR in Kochav Hayam, Netanya

Dudes: The best burgers you will find anywhere - review

The atmosphere is laid back, the staff friendly and efficient, and, in my opinion, the burgers are the best you will find anywhere.

 A hamburger and fries are seen being served at Dudes in Netanya.

Catering secrets: How to make any event a success with Holy Bagel

The secret recipe for success in the dairy catering world.

 Catering Secrets Revealed: How to Turn Any Event into a Spectacular Success with Holy Bagel

Historic meeting: Israeli leaders receive newly republished writings of David Ben-Gurion

For the first time in decades, the writings of Israel’s founding father, David Ben-Gurion, have been republished in a new edition and presented to the country’s current and former leaders.

 President Isaac Herzog reading the newly republished books of Israel's first Prime Minister

NancyKarin Vardi: A songstress with a stage presence of sincerity, charm - review

NancyKarin Vardi is a songstress with a stage presence of sincerity and charm who deftly shares her message in a way that fascinates her audience.

 NANCYKARIN Vardi in performance.

El Gaucho: Argentinian meat with vegan options too - review

El Gaucho is synonymous with Argentinian meat (el gaucho means “the cowboy”), but the restaurant offers vegan and fish options as well. Kudos to chef Alberto for producing such excellent food.

 El Gaucho

Walking ancient paths in Israel with my grandson - opinion

Taking my grandson on a pre-bar mitzvah tour of Israel becomes a profound exploration of Jewish identity, tradition, and the bonds that connect past to future.

 EXHIBITIONS ARE on display at ANU: The Museum of the Jewish People after it opened in Tel Aviv in 2021. The museum is a masterpiece of storytelling, offering a sweeping chronicle of Jewish life across continents and centuries, says the writer.