Israeli society

Director Benny Fredman talks about his movie about haredim, 'Home'

Despite of his pessimism about the fate of anyone who dares to open a store like his, he said firmly that Home is not an anti-haredi movie.

Are Israelis really as happy as the world reports?

National affairs: Anat Fanti, a researcher in happiness policy at Bar-Ilan University, said a powerful sense of shared destiny is a significant factor in satisfaction.

22/03/2024

Toddler mobility chairs bring joy to children in Jerusalem

TOM is about making affordable and accessible solutions for people with disabilities.

October 7 and the Gaza War has put a heavy burden on Israel’s social workers

During the war, the population in need of social worker assistance grew significantly—in the hotels housing the evacuated, in treatment centers, and in various settlements throughout the country.

2023 Israeli Democracy Index reveals mixed sentiments on trust and solidarity

The 2023 Israeli Democracy Index not only chronicles the current state of Israeli democracy and public opinion but also underscores the interplay between trust, division, and unity within the nation.

By THE MEDIA LINE STAFF
14/03/2024

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
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