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“The sea saved my life. Now we use it to save others”

BY RONNIE ROSENMAN — Wed, 13 May 2026 12:57:54 GMT

Inside Israel’s surf-therapy organization

World Emunah: The women who are holding Israel together

BY RONNIE ROSENMAN AND IN COLLABORATION WITH WORLD EMUNAH — Wed, 13 May 2026 12:30:48 GMT

Resilience not as an abstract Israeli virtue, but a daily labor performed overwhelmingly by women whose contributions often remain out of frame.

Ahead of Jerusalem Day 2026: Leaders across Israeli society came together to shape a shared future

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 13 May 2026 09:33:57 GMT

Around 150 leaders of mission-driven movements from across Israel gathered at Ammunition Hill in Jerusalem with shared vision for Jerusalem in Israel’s centennial year

Arthur Rubinstein’s piano competition: A rich tale of two cities and one legacy

BY LIRAN GURKIEWICZ — Tue, 12 May 2026 23:59:12 GMT

While the competition is traditionally held every 3 years in Tel Aviv, the 18th edition features a unique bifurcated structure due to ongoing security concerns in Israel.

Israel's Noam Bettan wins spot in Eurovision final at first semifinal

BY HANNAH BROWN AND EZRA TAYLOR — Tue, 12 May 2026 22:57:56 GMT

Bettan gave a dynamic, confident performance of the catchy song, surrounded by five female dancers, and it was selected as one of the 10 songs out of 15 that will advance to the final.

Noam Bettan shines in Eurovision rehearsal as Israel faces antisemitism campaign

BY HANNAH BROWN — Tue, 12 May 2026 12:55:33 GMT

Bettan performed inside a rotating structure with dancer Lihi Freud, and the staging creates a dynamic visual effect using mirrors and poses.

Docaviv 2026 reveals the Israeli film lineup

BY HANNAH BROWN — Mon, 11 May 2026 22:01:45 GMT

Twelve new films have been chosen for the Israeli competition. They include Soccer for the Soul, by Avida Livny, and Shalom, by Meital Zvieli.

Israel’s Noam Bettan keeps singing through Eurovision boycott storm

BY HANNAH BROWN — Mon, 11 May 2026 11:04:06 GMT

Israel’s Noam Bettan speaks to The Jerusalem Post about the challenges he faced on the road to Eurovision.

Israel’s Eurovision contestant Noam Bettan greeted by cheering fans on turquoise carpet

BY HANNAH BROWN — Sun, 10 May 2026 20:16:24 GMT

Last year in Basel, a man got as close as he could to Yuval Raphael, the Israeli contestant, and mimed slitting her throat.

Beyond the pom-poms: Israel’s young cheerleaders win bronze on the world stage

BY ITAY GODER — Sat, 09 May 2026 23:37:18 GMT

Israeli youth cheerleaders win bronze in Orlando, turning resilience and precision into a breakthrough world championship moment.

Three artists, three questions: Immersed in colors

BY BASIA MONKA — Sat, 09 May 2026 13:57:39 GMT

Artists explore the use of color in their art, often to find a path to a positive, optimistic outlook on life or to encourage viewers to action, to take action or give them strength.

‘Taking in the View’: Ticho House reframes Jerusalem through contemporary art

BY BARRY DAVIS — Sat, 09 May 2026 13:55:56 GMT

Taking in the View reveals hidden layers in Anna Ticho’s work through photography, long exposure, and digital transformation.

Israeli artists unite across communities to support lone soldiers in new exhibition

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sat, 09 May 2026 13:53:03 GMT

Artists, musicians, and designers contribute to a Tel Aviv show where ceramic plates symbolize belonging, with proceeds aiding lone soldiers in need.

'Melodies of Hope': Days of Jewish Music festival dives into Jewish music’s diversity

BY BARRY DAVIS — Sat, 09 May 2026 01:53:38 GMT

Bar-Ilan’s Days of Jewish Music festival explores global Jewish sounds under the theme “Melodies of Hope.”

Cultural boycott surge: Israeli artists cut off from global stage after October 7

BY JUDITH SEGALOFF — Fri, 08 May 2026 23:46:12 GMT

If artists are stifled and only one-sided rhetoric is allowed, the damage will extend far beyond Israel; it will impoverish cultural discourse worldwide.

Jerusalem highlights: May 8-14

BY HAGAY HACOHEN — Fri, 08 May 2026 19:21:07 GMT

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

‘Unconditional’ is a complex, addictive fresh series - review

BY HANNAH BROWN — Fri, 08 May 2026 08:13:53 GMT

TV Time: While the film was entertaining on every level, it also sparked a debate because of its central plot, in which Louise (Sarandon) kills a man who is raping Thelma (Davis).

Tel Aviv Museum of Art gives voice to the female observers of Oct. 7

BY KEN TOLTZ — Thu, 07 May 2026 18:08:09 GMT

Ten testimonies were on display. There was no archival footage, no maps, no recreations – just faces. And yet the cumulative effect of an hour in that room was something closer to a reckoning.

Emunah’s Quiet Heroes

BY MEIRA LERNER AND IN COLLABORATION WITH WORLD EMUNAH — Thu, 07 May 2026 16:31:51 GMT

Emunah children’s homes care for hundreds of children who have histories of trauma, abuse and instability.

Israel's Noam Bettan dazzles in second Eurovision rehearsal as FBI helps with security

BY HANNAH BROWN — Thu, 07 May 2026 14:06:38 GMT

At the same time, Austrian police said they were preparing for a week of heightened security both before and during the event.

Hundreds of young Olim attend Jerusalem Conference ahead of mandatory IDF service

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND IN COLLABORATION WITH NEFESH B’NEFESH — Thu, 07 May 2026 13:58:13 GMT

As Aliyah inquiries have increased by several hundred percent since October 7, this event brought together hundreds of young immigrants for IDF preparation

Spanish film, 'My Friend Eva' - an unromantic comedy, defined by covert cynicism

BY HANNAH BROWN — Wed, 06 May 2026 22:28:04 GMT

It’s usually the men in movies who have this kind of sudden-onset midlife crisis, but here it’s Eva who impulsively decides to move out of her apartment and start dating.

Five years after Meron: Dubi Weissenstern on memory, mourning, and meaning

BY ALAN ROSENBAUM AND IN COLLABORATION WITH ZAKA — Wed, 06 May 2026 15:16:17 GMT

The head of ZAKA reflects on the lessons of the Lag Ba’omer tragedy – and what they reveal about resilience, responsibility, and the challenges facing Israel today

Backlash grows over Israeli character in R.F. Kuang’s upcoming novel 'Taipei Story'

BY JACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA — Wed, 06 May 2026 05:40:16 GMT

Author R.F. Kuang is facing backlash after a leaked excerpt from her new novel included an Israeli character, prompting criticism and calls for a boycott.

Director Avi Nesher discusses upcoming film, ‘Sons and Soldiers’

BY HANNAH BROWN — Tue, 05 May 2026 16:29:00 GMT

Sons and Soldiers tells the amazing true story about a group of young Jewish refugees from Germany and surrounding countries, who made it to the US in the 1930s just before the Nazis closed in.

Luc Besson's ‘June and John’ bogged down by clichés - review

BY HANNAH BROWN — Tue, 05 May 2026 14:38:27 GMT

The new film is a throwback to the days when eccentric female protagonists were called “kooky.”

Israeli TV Academy Awards present their 2025 prizes, and honor the late Alon Aboutboul

BY HANNAH BROWN — Mon, 04 May 2026 20:54:58 GMT

For the first time in two years, the awards were held without special categories devoted to broadcasting during a crisis and wartime.

Noam Bettan rehearses Eurovision song, 'Michelle,' in Vienna, meets Boy George

BY HANNAH BROWN — Mon, 04 May 2026 20:09:59 GMT

Noam Bettan rehersed his song "Michelle," to be performed at the Eurovision semifinals, and showed off the new costumes for himself and the backup dancers.

Reichman University students represent Israel at Global Innovation finals in Paris

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND IN COLLABORATION WITH REICHMAN UNIVERSITY — Mon, 04 May 2026 15:47:30 GMT

The students noted that their primary goal was to demonstrate that "tech for good" can succeed without compromising the high standards and aesthetic of the luxury market.

Where the sea meets the holiday table: Carlton Tel Aviv offers a Shavuot to remember

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND IN COLLABORATION WITH CARLTON TEL AVIV — Mon, 04 May 2026 15:02:19 GMT

From rooftop ice baths to a boutique wine dinner at sunset, the five-star seafront hotel has crafted a full menu of Shavuot experiences for every kind of traveler