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Jordan’s ancient Mehras olive variety makes UNESCO heritage list

Jordan's Mehras olive tree, known for its drought resistance and high oil yield of up to 30%, is an ancient variety with centuries-old traits, making it one of the world’s most productive olives.

A general view shows the olive farms in Irbid city, north of Amman November 18, 2014.
The damage caused from an attack by Jewish settlers on olive groves in Burin, near the West Bank city of Nablus, June 18, 2024.

Security forces block left-wing activists' entry into West Bank for Palestinian olive harvest

IN SEVERAL PLACES throughout the ‘Tanach,’ Israel is likened to an olive tree.

Hiking the Holy Land: When olives disappear

Leila Stillman-Utterback gathers olives during a harvest in the West Bank in the fall of 2025.

US teen deported, Israeli rabbi wounded as tensions mount for Jewish activists in West Bank


The ultimate homemade falafel: Easy, authentic, and perfect for hosting

When aiming to host and feed many guests effortlessly, nothing beats homemade falafel. Learn how to prepare it at home without any hassle.

 What's left? Just pitas, maybe some good tahini, and a bit of spice

No fuss, no nonsense: Easy-to-make cheese borekitas

Borekitas made with yogurt and oil-based dough, featuring puff pastry and your favorite cheeses.

 Don't forget hard-boiled eggs, pickles, crunchy vegetables, and something spicy on the side

Perfect for summer: Chicken schnitzel strips coated in potato chips

The secret lies in the batter, the potato chips, and the spices. These schnitzel strips with a perfect crispy coating are a must-try.

 Chicken schnitzel strips coated in potato chips

Hanukkah illuminated: Hiking in the Holy Land

At this time of year, we’re reminded of the importance of olive oil, an essential ingredient in the Hanukkah story, the author writes.

 IN CAVES and tunnels deep within the Adulam Nature Reserve, we’re reminded of the importance of olive oil, an essential ingredient in the Hanukkah story.

Spanish police seize 74 tonnes of stolen olives amid soaring prices

The thieves deactivated the security cameras and carried out the robbery at night, causing significant damage.

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A way to reduce risk of dementia? Study suggests swapping margarine for olive oil

The researchers discovered that those consuming more than half a tablespoon of olive oil daily had a 28% reduced risk of dementia-related mortality.

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Pascale’s Kitchen: We love olive oil

Many factors affect the taste of olive oil, as in the case of wines, such as where the olives are grown, the climate and the type of soil (aka terroir – the set of environmental conditions).

 PASTA SALAD WITH TOMATOES, OLIVES AND HERBS

Environmental Protection Ministry cracks down on olive-oil press waste

This year, in light of an increase in olive crop growth, the support budget was increased and emphasis was placed on continuous monitoring systems for enforcement purposes.

Oil presses produce 80,000 cubic meters of waste that must be cleaned up to prevent pollution and harm to groundwater and waste-treatment plants

Israeli study shows olive trees were domesticated in Jordan Valley 7,000 years ago

Domestication may indicate initial steps in developing a socioeconomic hierarchy supported by administrative system.

 Buildings and rounded siloes at the village of Tel Tsaf.

Pascale’s kitchen: Pickled olives and lemons

The best part about preparing all of these jars of pickled fruit and vegetables is enjoying all this goodness throughout the entire year. 

 Black olives