nature

Nature can heal the trauma of war in a post-October 7 Israel

Together, we can support a new era of trauma recovery – one where nature serves as a restorative force, offering solace, strength, and, ultimately, healing.

By NOAM BEDEIN
29/10/2024

Agamon Poleg water reservoir: A brief respite close to home

The site is open to visitors throughout the year and is free of charge. Around the reservoir stretches a lovely and convenient trail that is suitable for strollers and young children.

By ITSIK MAROM
22/09/2024
  Trekker wheelchairs are seen being used on a hike in Jerusalem.

This is how wheelchair-bound ex-soldiers can still hike in Israel

As a result of the efforts of Omer Zur – a veteran and son of a wheelchair-using retired IDF officer – paraplegics can participate in hikes that go off-road, even venturing into rough terrain.

By CAROL UNGAR
21/09/2024

A symbol of nature: Israel files landmark NIS 594K lawsuit for illegal deer hunting

The Nature and Parks Authority filed a 594,000 NIS lawsuit against Jamal Haj for hunting a protected Israeli deer species.

By ELI ASHKENAZI
10/09/2024
  A photograph taken in the Tzora President's Forest in Israel.

A photographer's guide to the Tzora President's Forest

The landscape, seasons, and weather constantly change in the President’s Forest, making each visit a new adventure.

By JAY GARFINKEL
09/09/2024

Beware the beauty: The toxic threat of Israel's Silverleaf Nightshade

Amid Israel's summer browns, the vibrant Silverleaf Nightshade stands out with its striking purple flowers. But beneath its beauty lies a dangerous secret—this invasive plant is toxic to everyone.

By ITSIK MAROM
31/08/2024

Experience Israel's hidden luxury: The Farmhouse at Bat Shlomo Vineyards

Fall back in love with Israel at a luxury boutique hotel-stay atop a vineyard.

By LAUREN GUMPORT
31/08/2024

Sunflowers ‘dance’ to optimize growth, Israeli-US study reveals

The resulting footage revealed that the sunflowers exhibited a "dancing" behavior, with each flower moving randomly in search of the best angle to avoid shading its neighbors.

  Sunrise at the Dead Sea.

The always alluring Dead Sea

The Dead Sea offers unique photographic opportunities year round.

By JAY GARFINKEL
13/08/2024

Hottest oceans in 400 years endanger Great Barrier Reef, scientists say

Australia's Great Barrier Reef faces severe threats from record-high water temperatures, with rising warmth linked to climate change over 400 years.

By REUTERS
08/08/2024
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