Jerusalem

Firefighters work to extinguish bus fire on Highway 1 between Jerusalem, Ma’aleh Adumim

In a separate incident, six people were injured in a car accident between three vehicles on Highway 92 near the Sea of Galilee.

Screenshot from video of bus fire on Highway 1 between Jerusalem and Ma’aleh Adumim, August 17, 2026.
Late poet Amir Gilboa’s rich oeuvre is celebrated at the festival.

Metula's Israeli Poets’ Festival returns to Jerusalem with all disciplinary guns blazing

The HaMiffal yard offers a charming ambiance with a slew of intriguing artworks.

HaMiffal cultural center marks ten years and counting of community-oriented creation

Cats are famously well-groomed, and Tziporanayim is just the place.

Jerusalemite of the Week: Candice Nemoff showcases her artistic soul - interview


Vivian Aisen appointed new ambassador to Colombia as Israel strengthens ties with Latin America

The appointment is part of Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar’s efforts to renew and restore relations between Israel and Colombia amid warming ties between Israel and Latin American countries.

Vivian Aisen, newly appointed to be abassador to Colombia, was previously the ambassador to Macedonia. She is seen here speaking at a joint Israeli-Macedonian event.

Jerusalem’s Inbal Hotel focuses on food, drink experiences to find niche following Oct. 7

In such a congested marketplace and a struggling tourism industry since the October 7 massacre and Iran wars reduced incoming flights, the Inbal shifted focus to standout food and drink experiences.

Bird's eye view of the Inbal Hotel in Jerusalem.

The search for Haymanut Kasau: Why Israel must not forget the missing nine-year-old girl - opinion

Her name, Haymanut, means “faith.” But, dad Tesfai Kasau, 54, told me that at home, they call her “tiger,” because she stands strong for what she believes. She is deeply religious, he says.

Search poster for Haymanut Kasau at the Binyamina train station, 2024.

On Shabbat Nachamu, Isaiah reminds us that human power is just an illusion

Isaiah declares, “Behold, the nations are as a drop from a bucket, and are regarded as the dust on the scales... All the nations are as nothing before Him” (Isaiah 40:15,17).

Every generation has its super powers.

Grapevine, July 24, 2026: Is Jewish unity a myth?

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

PRESIDENT ISAAC HERZOG receives the credentials of Nauru Ambassador Lara Erab Daniel in 2025.

Jerusalem cafe became symbol of secular defiance, until Israelis learned it's run by Jews for Jesus

“Everyone accuses us of that,” Ben David, the cafe owner, said about proselytizing. “The Jesus goal is not completely out, but it’s not front and center.”

Ultra-Orthodox protesters outside of the Basimta cafe on Saturday, July 4, 2026.

Maccabiah milestone: Taiwan’s official 2026 delegation embodies growing ties with Israel - opinion

Taiwan and Israel are separated by thousands of kilometers, yet our societies recognize something in each other. Both are energetic democracies with innovative economies.

Jewish Taiwan Cultural Association (JTCA).

Guatemala to recognize Jerusalem’s City of David as part of its national heritage

A plaque signed by Guatemalan President Bernardo Arévalo will be unveiled in a ceremony attended by senior Israeli, US and Guatemalan officials.

 A GROUP of Jewish schoolgirls finish their tour of the City of David National Park excavations.

Jerusalem Jane: Finding light and healing throughout years of war in Israel - opinion

After years of documenting terrorism, missile attacks, and the aftermath of October 7, Jane Kiel reflects on grief, recovery, and her determination to keep sharing Israel’s stories.

 Jane Kiel.

Israel charges Jerusalem man for threatening foreign journalists, damaging vehicles in West Bank

Prosecutors say the suspect blocked journalists’ vehicles north of Ramallah, threatened them with a club and a rock, tried to slash a tire, and damaged a windshield.

The scene after Israeli settlers attacked four Palestinian vehicles, including one belonging to CNN International, in the town of Halhul, south of Hebron, June 15, 2026