Russian Israelis
Israel’s democracy needs a place where local disagreements can be resolved - opinion
Until those structures exist, the work falls to Derech Eretz’s groups in Jerusalem, Rishon Lezion, Ashkelon, and other cities with large Russian-speaking populations.
Novy God: Mockery, politics, and the Russian identity Israelis still argue over - opinion
Magical moments: Traveling through Europe by river
Fueled by immigration, challenged by assimilation: Is Avigdor Liberman losing his political niche?
Israel should emulate Biden's cabinet diversity
More than half of the 25 cabinet-level nominations have gone to people of color, and 12 of the 25 are women.
Bennett recruits Russian immigrant female leader
Stella Weinstein was the former chief of staff for Yisrael Beytenu leader Avigdor Liberman, and became the face of the protest movement against closing gyms.
Navalny protests hit Israeli streets as Tel Aviv calls for his release
Protesters gathered near the Russian embassy in Tel Aviv, carrying signs in Hebrew, English, and Russian reading "Free Navalny."
Most Israelis now recognize Novy God, but still feel it's not Israeli
While most Israelis now recognize the Russian Novy God holiday, over 70% still do not see it as part of Israeli culture.
On Novy God, Russians in Israel won’t let COVID-19 dim the lights
For many, the holiday is about much more than a big, boozy party.
Arts pioneer Ilana Rovina dies
Ilana Rovina was extremely popular in the 1960s and 1970s, especially during the Yom Kippur War when she traveled constantly to the front lines to sing to the troops.
If you seek his monument, look around – in memory of Ilia Salita
Mourning the loss of Ilia Salita, who helped strengthen the Jewish identity of Russian-speaking Jews.
Grapevine: Annexation – a controversial subject
Russia has joined other nations in declaring annexation 'dangerous'.
Why does Israel celebrate only veterans from the USSR for fighting WWII?
The contribution by British and American Jewish servicemen and women to the defeat of the Germans in WWII has been sidelined in favor of highlighting that of the Russians.
How one new immigrant found relief in the art of baking
Much of Elana’s work is alternative customized baking, to suit clients who have allergies, food sensitivities and special diets, but enjoy treats such as homemade challa, yeasty chocolate babkas or lemon cranberry cupcakes.
