Israeli society

Woman in her 30s shot dead in Haifa at a night club

The police have already arrested several suspects involved in the incident, and they will have to attend a hearing to extend their detention.

More female representation in government, please

Women are not better than men, but they are also no worse. It is time to meet the challenge laid down decades ago by our one and only female leader.

By SONIA GOMES DE MESQUITA
04/03/2024

Israel pays tribute to the Bedouin heroes of October 7

As employees of the kibbutzim, Dahesh’s family knew many of the victims of the massacre, he said, adding that he attended 25 funerals and continues to visit his friends where they are displaced to.

Israel's mental health infrastructure must be fortified to assist those treating trauma

Israel’s mental health therapists, including psychologists, psychotherapists, and social workers, are going above and beyond to help. But there are too few of them.

By MARK SABAG
29/02/2024

Laying off IDF reservists has long-term damage to Israeli society

Growing up in a very Zionist family, I was always taught that if you give to the country, mainly during military service, the country and its citizens will make sure that nothing hurts you.

By ROEE FRIEDMAN
29/02/2024

Immigrating to Israel from US: A call only to certain American Jews

It is always good to remember that Jews come in all shapes and sizes, including the elderly, the infirmed, the socially inept, the financially challenged.

By COOKIE SCHWAEBER-ISSAN
20/02/2024

Grapevine, February 16 2024: Mending the rift

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Israel's population closing in on 10 million in 2024 demographic update

Israel holds nearly half the world's Jewish population, with 47% of all Jews living in Israel.

A look at competitive victimhood in Israeli society

RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS: As Israel continues to navigate the complexities of its societal fabric, this study offers a crucial insight into the mechanisms of conflict and perception among its people.

By NECHUMI YAFFE
09/02/2024

Insights on Israel’s future tourism recovery

Tourism has not yet rebounded, and its absence is hurting the entire industry, causing despair, side by side with collapsing businesses.

By MOTTI VERSES
04/02/2024
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