Jerusalem

19th-century Megillat Esther linked to Gaza's Jewish community up for auction in Jerusalem

The scroll bears rare stamps of 'K.K. Gaza', revealing its use by Jews from Gaza who settled in Alexandria.

Armenian genocide survivors in Syria face new threats, warns Jerusalem Church

Their churches, schools, and homes have come under fire in the ongoing civil war, and the fear of further displacement looms once again.

 Firefighters rappel down the façade of the Feuerstein Institute. March 11, 2025.

Purim spirit: Firefighters rappel down building for disabled youth dressed as superheroes

The firefighters came down the building, donning Batman, Superman, and Spiderman costumes while the residents of the institutes cheered on. 

Police officers arrest shooter who wounded one at King George in Jerusalem

The victim sustained moderate wounds to his leg and was transferred to the hospital. 

Light rail, heavy costs: Jerusalem commuters protest transportation price hikes

Prices increased from NIS 6 to NIS 8 at the end of February, an increase of over 30%, with no significant change to the service provided.

12/03/2025

Akiva provides memorable performance at Jerusalem concert

Akiva has developed a solid following since releasing his first album in 2017.

Grapevine March 12, 2025: Brick by brick

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Israel Police raid east Jerusalem bookstore, arrest owner

The family of the co-owner said that the police confiscated books and placed an order for the store to be closed, all without a search or arrest warrant.

The nun who lived in chains: First-ever evidence of extreme asceticism found near Jerusalem

Asceticism is the practice of denial of physical or psychological desires in order to attain a spiritual ideal or goal, often self-inflicted.

arab woman

'Our humanity cannot be kidnapped': Being Jewish, Muslim women in Jerusalem

I know what it is like to be a Jewish woman living in Israel right now. But what was it like for an Arab one?

By AUDREY LYNN LEINOFF
10/03/2025
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