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The beauty and frustration of Shavuot at the Western Wall

On Shavuot morning, the prayer groups at the Western Wall are composed of Jews of different stripes and appearances, creating a broader cross-section of Jewish life than is there at other times.

Jews at the Western Wall, 1870s.
A general view of Jerusalem's Old City shows the Western Wall, Judaism's holiest site, in the foreground as the Dome of the Rock, located on the compound known to Muslims as Noble Sanctuary and to Jews as Temple Mount, is seen in the background.

Grapevine, May 29, 2026: Meaningful conversation

 Jewish men dance with Israeli flags during Jerusalem Day celebrations at Damascus Gate in Jerusalem's Old City, May 26, 2025.

Jerusalem Day’s violence should not erase the memory of a divided city - opinion

‘We were taught to love each other, not to hate. Christians are a peaceful community,’ says Naji Mansour, owner of Mansour Money Change in the Old City. PremiumPremium

'I refuse to hide my cross': Jerusalem's Christians describe a climate of fear


Police chase, shoot east Jerusalem suspect in possession of gun, likely criminal in nature

Israel Police shot and wounded a 28-year-old eastern Jerusalem resident after he fled officers during a chase in Silwan. The case appears criminal.

A pistol belonging to an east Jerusalem resident shot by Israel Police in Silwan, east Jerusalem, October 7, 2025.

Nucha Hotel has the ideal fusion of Jerusalem’s spirit and savor

The Jerusalem experience that Nucha offers is essentially twofold: elegance and class embodied by an approachable and inviting atmosphere.

THE NUCHA hotel in Jerusalem puts you in the middle of the bustling city.

Walking, singing, eating, praying: Embracing the year ahead in Jerusalem

From early morning walks to karaoke nights and Sukkot shopping, discover 7 uplifting ways to make the coming year more joyful, spiritual, and meaningful.

An I Love Jerusalem sign outside of the Old City.

Jerusalem highlights : August 22-28

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

 Shira Kamrad, ‘Jerusalem Beach.'

Tucker Carlson is once again spreading lies about Israel via his guests - opinion

This time, the lies he is spreading is about the Temple Mount.

Tucker Carlson (R) interviews Mother Agapia Stephanopoulos (L), August 2025.

Grapevine, July 18, 2025: Courting controversy

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee arrives to a court hearing of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Tel Aviv District Court, July 16, 2025.

Grapevine: Good, nutritious food in their bellies

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 IDF soldiers in a swearing in ceremony. February 27, 2025.

Exceptional vacation accommodation in Jerusalem

In Jerusalem is exploring unique and beautiful places to stay overnight in Jerusalem.

 Western Wall Luxury House

Stones and stories: The life of a veteran family of Jerusalem's Old City

Residing steps away from the Temple Mount for near 50 years, the Ilans are well acquainted with life in the Old City of Jerusalem.

 The Jewish Quarter, as seen from above the Old City.

Jerusalem copes: How Israel's capital handles the escalation with Iran

The Western Wall stands abandoned and the Old City is desolate, with only a small fraction of the usual crowds going swiftly about their shopping before the next siren wails.

 A small group pray at the Kotel at night, near the shelter.