Negev

Ben-Gurion University tops list of on-time graduates in Israel, new ranking reveals

According to the report, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) recorded Israel’s highest on-time graduation rate, with 91%, followed by Bar-Ilan University at 87%

Graduates celebrate at a commencement ceremony at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, which is fielding a growing number of inquiries from Americans interested in enrolling for college at the university in Beersheva, Israel.
Israeli Police found mid-20s man attempting to smuggle weapons in Negev region. January, 18.

Negev police chase ends in death of suspected weapons smuggler, Israeli Police say

Carmey Avdat Winery.

Alone in the desert: The winter experience you didn’t know you needed

Family members and friends attend the funeral of Muhammed Hussein Tarabin, who was shot by a police officer several days ago, in the village of Tarabin, in the Negev, January 5, 2026

The Negev is Israel’s sovereignty test, and the clock is ticking - opinion


Court rules seven years, NIS 200,000 for Nachal Tzafit school directors

Last November, the court convicted the two directors of negligent death, along with negligent injury.

 L to R: Aviv Berdichev, Yuval Kahan (illustration).

Netanyahu removes Nevatim Airport bill from agenda after opposition from security forces

Before reaching the plenum, the bill was also meant to undergo another discussion in the Ministerial Committee for Legislation.

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The course that will guarantee quality employment for young people from the Negev

The Employment Service, Hura Council, Itworks, and Qualitest, with funding from the Rothschild Caesarea Foundation, are creating work opportunities for young people from the Negev.

 The QA course of the Employment Service and Hura Council

Mekorot reports record profits as water sales and agriculture demand rise

Israel’s Mekorot posts strong 2024 profits despite national challenges.

 Mekorot CEO Amit Lang.

Byzantine monastery in Northern Negev reveals monastic life in the desert

Archaeologists uncover rare Byzantine-era structures near Beersheba, including a monastery, winepress, and burials.

 Byzantine monastery and farmhouse found in Northern Negev reveal monastic life in the desert.

Camel cover up: Negev residents say police are covering up attacks on livestock by IDF soldiers

Residents expressed dissatisfaction with the Israel Police's "culture of covering up" and said they had faced similar acts of harassment and assault for years.

 Molly Myers and Auda Al-Zaidat pet Auda’s new camel in Ramat Ztiporim, Israel on Monday, July 29, 2024.

Israel Police investigate four camels found dead in Negev

The camels were found in a state of decomposition with no shell casings at the site, indicating that they were not killed by gun fire.

  FORTY CAMELS took part in the race in the Negev Highlands on Nov. 1.

WATCH: Israel police recover illegally held monkey in cage in Negev as part of broad crackdown

According to official figures, eight monkeys and three lion cubs have been recovered so far in operations carried out in collaboration with the INPA. 

 Police rescue illegally held monkey in Negev, March 14, 2025.

Zionism at a crossroads: Our responsibility, our future - opinion 

Now more than ever, strong Zionist leadership must stand at the helm of the decisions that affect us all. 

 Standing and supporting Israel

WATCH: Police rescue lion cub, two monkeys held illegally in Israel's South

The animals were transferred to inspectors from the Israel Nature and Parks Authority for further care.

 View of the lion cub rescued by police. March 9, 2025.