The Architecture and Human Folly of Barriers
An exhibition in Tel Aviv focuses on fortifications, from the Great Wall of China, to the Maginot Line, to Israel’s separation barrier
Life & Culture
A Treasure Trove of Footage From the Watergate Scandal, With Lessons for the Trump Era
Charles Ferguson’s documentary 'Watergate – Or: How We Learned to Stop an Out of Control President' is neither too simplistic or too wonky, and at its best grips like a labyrinthine thriller
Nick Cave to Brian Eno: Boycotting Israel Is 'Cowardly and Shameful'
Australian rock star defended his decision to play in Israel 'as a principled stand against those who wish to bully, shame and silence musicians'
Wilco Singer Jeff Tweedy Tells the Story of His Conversion to Judaism
The famous musician tells 'WTF' podcast host Marc Maron that he converted at the same time his son was studying for his bar mitzvah
How a Sex Scandal Overshadowed a Knesset Ceremony Honoring Israeli Musicians
Feminist group disrupts event and places teen-size bras, panties outside the Knesset – furious at award being given to a singer, Eyal Golan, who once faced accusations of sexual misconduct with underage girls
Food
A Culinary Journey Along Turkey's Border With Syria
Good neighborly relations prevail in Turkey’s multicultural Antakya region, but there is less harmony when it comes to food
Science & Health
Israelis Overuse Sedatives and Antibiotics, Health Ministry Reports
Tens of thousands of Israelis overuse sleeping pills and anti-anxiety drugs. Older women have been reported as the highest consumers of such drugs
Television
ABC to Produce Remake of Israeli TV Drama Series 'Until the Wedding'
Israeli-American producer Alon Aranya will produce the adaptation alongside Sarah Timberman, who also produced 'Masters of Sex' for Showtime
Archaeology
Israeli Excavation Reveals New Findings About the Ark of the Covenant
Excavations at Kiryat Yearim may show the handiwork of King Jeroboam and suggest that the Ark was a symbol of unity between rival kingdoms
Travel
Dead Trees and Dry Springs: Impact of Drought Felt in Israel
Climate change and increased water use is harming Israeli flora and fauna – and making it impossible for nature to survive without some help from humans
