Israeli Top Dancer Accused of Supporting BDS, Drawing Culture Minister’s Ire
In an interview, Ohad Naharin said he would support the Israel boycott 'if [it] would improve the situation in the territories or bring a solution to the conflict'
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We Found Something Even Worse Than Eurovision
'Douze Points', which tells the story of a French competitor blackmailed by ISIS, is embarrassing. But there's a sole consolation
Rank and File: Tel Aviv’s Gesher Theater to Offer English Subtitles for Its Shows
Plus, special joint bar mitzvah and bat mitzvah ceremony for a group of deaf or hearing-impaired children, and immigrants learn about affordable housing options in Israel
Bursting Tel Aviv Museum of Art’s ‘Bubble Inside a Bubble’
In her first interview as the institution’s director, Tania Coen-Uzzielli says she’ll bring in fashion and design shows and is confident the state cannot enforce censorship of art
U.S. Network to Adapt Israeli TV Show Set on Army Base
The ten episode series '68 Whisky' follows a group of army medics is based on the popular Israeli series 'Charlie Golf One'
Despite Activists' Objections, Tel Aviv Approves Campus for Dance Troupe in Southern Part of City
Decision is part of a series of moves the municipality is advancing that will force neighborhood’s weaker populations having to leave, local activist says
Bauhaus Turns 100: The Architectural Style That Put Tel Aviv on the Map
In the early 20th century, Israel became a center of the 'International Style,' but contrary to urban legend, the local obsession was not exclusive to Tel Aviv
Insider’s Guide to Tel Aviv: Eating, Partying, Shopping and Hot Tips From Cool Locals
Eat, drink and party like a local when in Tel Aviv for the Eurovision. We asked the coolest residents for the city's secret gems and recommendations, so you won't have to
The Ethiopian Israeli Artist Whose 'Black Art' Gives Power to the People
Nirit Takele says she has always painted about the disadvantaged Ethiopian community; it’s not some stream of ‘black art’ shown for the trendy in New York or London
In Israel Prize Speech, Bennett Says 'Those Who Don't Fail Big Will Never Have Courage to Win Big'
Outgoing education minister, whose party didn't make it into new Knesset, gave a final speech at official event marking the end of Independence Day celebrations
A Photo Album From the State of Israel’s First Year
Pictures from a private collection offer a glimpse into the daily lives of ordinary people in an extraordinary time
Jerusalem Holds Off Evicting Gallery That Hosted Anti-occupation NGO
A compromise has been reached that will keep the Barbur Gallery open for at least the next three months, after it earlier sparked city's ire for hosting event by Breaking the Silence
The Rise and Fall of Israel's May Day
Once May 1 was one of Israel's most popular holidays, often bringing Arabs and Jews together in solidarity. Why is it barely observed by anybody but a handful of teenagers any more?
Jean Paul Gaultier Coming to Israel's Eurovision to Dress Madonna
The French designer is expected to arrive in Israel on May 13. The last time he dressed Israeli singer Dana International for her iconic 1998 performance
At Tel Aviv Sci-fi and Fantasy Conference, the Offbeat Is the Norm
Once a hub for social outcasts, annual convention has morphed into colorful, unapologetic celebration. Even those who used to mock the geeks joined the party
Rank and File: Julie Zuckerman Book Launch in Modi’in
Plus, J-Town Playhouse present Dan Gordon’s ‘Irena’s Vow’ in Jerusalem and Holocaust survivor Betty Kazin recounts her remarkable life story
IN PHOTOS: A Dive Into Israel’s Mermaid Community
'When I’m flying through the water with my tail, I forget all my worries'
The Mystery Behind the Untimely Death of an Israeli-Dutch Art Icon
Yariv Alter had two lives: one as a young musician in Tel Aviv in the alternative band DXM, and another as an artist and a teacher in Amsterdam. Artists, friends and former bandmates reflect on a tortured but uniquely talented soul
Wonder Woman Leading Lady Gal Gadot to Appear at Eurovision Final in Tel Aviv
Final round of tickets for the song contest, which will be held in Israel next month, is expected to go on sale Tuesday night
This Teen Is Israel's New Britney Spears. But Why Is She Such a Hit?
What makes teen superstar Noa Kirel tick? Haaretz spent five months on the road with the singer-dancer-actress, who turned 18 this week, in an effort to crack the secrets of her meteoric success
Rank and File: ESRA Announces Short Story Contest Winners
Plus, find a seder for Passover next week and then plan a post-Pesach walk
Israeli Musician Writes Soundtrack for 1920s German Expressionist Film
Does the fact that Israeli musician Ellyot composed a soundtrack for a German classic have anything to do with the Holocaust?
This U.S. Hasidic Pop Star’s To-do List: Make Jewish Music a Thing, Find Love
Brooklyn-born Yoni Zigelboum is better known by his stage name, Yoni Z. Beyond wanting to win a Grammy for his catchy tunes about the relationship between man and God, he also has more modest goals
Rank and File: Training a Lens on Female Combat Soldiers
Plus, seven winners announced of 2019 Sylvan Adams Bonei Zion Prize and Telfed awards over 460 scholarships at annual ceremony in Ramat Gan
On Israeli TV, Comedy Is No Laughing Matter
Jewish humor is associated not with Israel but the United States – where it never loses the outsider’s perspective
Over 100 Cultural Institutions Slam Israeli Culture Minister for 'Intentional' Discrimination
Miri Regev is 'harming the public the ministry is meant to serve' by failing to announce their 2019 budget, leading institutes urge in letter to the minister
Seven Jewish Immigrants to Israel Awarded Prize for Major Contributions
The Sylvan Adams Bonei Zion award recognizes outstanding English-speaking olim who contributed to Israel in a meaningful way
Rank and File: AACI Honors Young Artists, Writers in Annual 'With Brush and Pen' Competition
Plus, Israel Association of Writers in English celebrating 26th edition of arc and a talk on the rift between American Jews and Israel
40th Anniversary of 'Hallelujah': The Song Which Almost Bankrupted Israel
The tale of Israel's miraculous double Eurovision win, and the birth of the most successful song to come out of the contest since ABBA