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Israelis go to Sri Lanka to process trauma in ‘Arugam Bay’

The movie, which opened in theaters around Israel on Thursday, couldn’t be more relevant to the trauma so many young Israelis are trying to process right now.

Israeli rock icon Corinne Allal dies at 69

“She was original in every way, with a spirit and talent beyond imagination,” wrote colleague and friend Yehudit Ravitz on social media.

By NERIA BARR
18/12/2024

Film in production about three hostages killed by the IDF in Gaza

The three were shot dead a little over a year ago after they emerged from a building where they had been hiding, waving a white flag and calling to the soldiers in Hebrew.

‘Monkeys in the Mist’: An interview with award-winning Israeli artist Eti Jacobi Lelior

In an exclusive interview, Eti Jacobi Lelior discusses her view on the nature of painting and her individual approach to the process.

17/12/2024

New virtual museum unveiled to preserve and share Jewish heritage worldwide

Known as the Alliance Museum, the initiative bridges the past, present, and future by preserving the stories of Jewish communities from North Africa, the Balkans, Asia, and the Middle East.

'No longer afraid to die': Idan Amedi releases first single since Gaza injuries

The lyrics, including the line “I’m no longer afraid to die,” reflect Amedi’s harrowing journey to recovery.

16/12/2024

Creating Jewish comedy in a post-October 7 world with Elon Gold

American funnyman launches new podcast, ‘Stars of David’.

Jerusalem Jewish Film Festival unveiled: A visual mix showcasing Jewish life and history

Several television series will be presented, including David Schalko’s highly praised Kafka, an ambitious look at the tormented writer’s life, and the new Shtisel spin-off, Kugel.

Noa, Mergui, Netta, and...Gabriel: Israeli pop music's latest sensation gets ready to go global

Guy was signed by UMG in 2022, at which point they set out to re-produce his demo songs on a more professional level, and the video for “Arrest Me” was born.

By INBAL AHARONI
12/12/2024

'Anora' hits Israeli screens: A modern fairy tale with dark realities

Mikey Madison shines in Director Sean Baker's modern-day Cinderella story with a not-so-fairytale ending.

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