Haifa

A new restaurant in Haifa is redefining Italian cuisine

It serves dried pasta, skips pizza, and doesn’t take reservations. The Italian in the Market is shaking up Talpiot Market with a bold concept that doesn’t try to please everyone.

The Italian in the Market.
Photos of Nazis with red paint left at the entrance to the Haifa District Health Bureau.

Photos of Nazis left at Haifa health ministry office on Holocaust Remembrance Day

An illustration of an Israel Police officer over backdrop of gold bars.

Haifa court extends detention of Israel Police officer suspected in gold bars theft

THE RUSSIAN Navy’s landing ship ‘Caesar Kunikov’ sails in the Bosphorus near Istanbul earlier this month on its way to the Mediterranean Sea.

Ukraine seeks answers from Israel after Russian shadow fleet ship docks in Haifa


Pope Leo XIV mentions Palestinians in Christmas address - December 25, 2025

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A LIT UP Christmas tree, Ramadan Lantern, and Hanukkah Menorah are displayed at the German Colony area in Israel's northern city of Haifa on December 4, 2025.

Israel Police deny claims officers raided Haifa Christmas event after footage spreads online

The Israel Police’s statement comes after outlets, including the Qatar state-run Al Jazeera, shared footage of the arrests, claiming the police had “stormed” the Christmas event.

A LIT UP Christmas tree, Ramadan Lantern, and Hanukkah Menorah are displayed at the German Colony area in Israel's northern city of Haifa on December 4, 2025.

ARCCI urges appeal in Kachura case after nurse sentenced to seven years for death of teen patient

The Association of Rape Crisis Centers in Israel argued that the verdict and sentence fail to reflect a prolonged pattern of exploitation rooted in power imbalances between caregiver and patient.

Demonstrators and family members protest against Edward Kachura, who is accused of murdering 17-year-old Yael Melnik outside his court hearing at the Haifa District Court on February 7, 2023.

Israeli sports icon Avi Meller passes away at 72 after battle with cancer

One of the most veteran and recognizable broadcasters and soccer commentators in the country, Meller was regarded as one of Israel’s leading experts on world soccer.

The late Avi Meller was one of the most recognizable and beloved voices in Israeli sports broadcasting, whose passion for soccer and distinctive commentary accompanied generations of fans over decades.

One in four Israeli Jews celebrate or consider celebrating Christmas - poll

The poll reflects the wider cultural presence of Christmas in Israeli public spaces, including markets, decorations, and seasonal events.

People attend a Christmas tree lighting ceremony at the New Gate in Jerusalem’s Old City, on December 14, 2025.

Itamar Shlesinger's remains found after two years near Ein Hod in northern Israel

Shlesinger, a 33-year-old from Haifa, went missing on September 22, 2023, after being involved in a car accident in the Ein Hod area of the Carmel.

Itamar Shlesinger.

Haifa court extends detention of Hadash secretariat member over terror praise claims

The Haifa Magistrate’s Court extended the detention of Hadash national secretariat member Ahmed Abbadi, who is suspected of terror related incitement based on past social media posts.

Ahmed Abbadi, member of Hadash's national secretariat.

Yes, it's real: The kosher Asian restaurant that's also suitable for pregnant women

Tatami restaurant is moving to a new location on Moriah Avenue and launching a redesigned kosher menu with options for pregnant women, gluten-sensitive diners, vegetarians, and vegans.

Tatami

Saving life under fire in Haifa

"Being a dispatcher means you're patients' and families' first point of contact. It's balancing information urgency with humanity and empathy."

The miracle of the severely wounded victim of the missile strike in Haifa

Hanukkah lights up Israel with festivals, tours, shows and family fun

Israel is glowing this Hanukkah with shows, tours, theater, films, and family-friendly events across the country.

‘King Solomon's Legend’ at the ANU Museum of the Jewish People.