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Israel’s Davis Cup run ends as Germany clinches victory in Vilnius

Germany swept past Israel in the Davis Cup qualifiers, securing victory in Vilnius as Israel awaits its next opponent.

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Benyamin Storchan: An archaeologist who really digs Israel

While fully employed at the IAA, he earned a master’s degree at Bar-Ilan University and is now a doctoral candidate at Ben-Gurion University.

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Longest Greek papyrus in Judean Desert reveals Roman corruption trial before Bar Kokhba revolt

The main defendants, Gadalias and Saulos, stood accused of corrupt dealings, including falsified documents and fictitious slave sales to evade Roman taxes.

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Did a daring semiliterate sailor wreck a ship off the Israeli coast 2,400 years ago?

Parts of two double-handled jugs were found in the waters near Tel Achziv in 2016. Scholars recently deciphered the etched writing on one of them

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Mikvehs and monks: Vivid hues link rare Jewish and Christian finds in Judean Desert

Archaeologists from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem just concluded their second season of excavations at Hyrcania, where they found colorful Byzantine mosaics and Herodian frescoes

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Rare seabird discovered on Israeli coast

The rare Petrel has only been spotted in Israel seven times before Tuesday’s discovery.

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Today's Laws & Customs​

• Rosh Chodesh Observances
Today is the second of the two Rosh Chodesh ("Head of the Month") days for the month of Adar (when a month has 30 days, both the last day of the month and the first day of the following month serve as the following month's Rosh Chodesh).

Special portions are added to the daily prayers: Hallel (Psalms 113-118) is recited -- in its "partial" form -- following the Shacharit morning prayer, and the Yaaleh V'yavo prayer is added to the Amidah and to Grace After Meals; the additional Musaf prayer is said (when Rosh Chodesh is Shabbat, special additions are made to the Shabbat Musaf). Tachnun (confession of sins) and similar prayers are omitted.

Many have the custom to mark Rosh Chodesh with a festive meal and reduced work activity. The latter custom is prevalent amongst women, who have a special affinity with Rosh Chodesh -- the month being the feminine aspect of the Jewish Calendar.

 

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‘Shtisel’ Prequel Series ‘Kugel’ Attracts Viewers From More Than 100 Countries, Says IZZY Streaming Platform - Algemeiner.com 'Shtisel' Prequel Series 'Kugel' Attracts Viewers From More Than 100 Countries, Says IZZY Streaming Platform

"Kugel," the prequel to the international hit Israeli television series “Shtisel," is already a success a mere two weeks after its first season premiered worldwide exclusively on the global streaming platform IZZY. Written by “Shtisel” co-creator and award-winning writer and director Yehonatan...

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This thread is for those who either live in Israel, have been to Israel, or simply enjoy many of the things which come from Israel.

Post your favorite movies, songs, books, poetry, restaurants, dishes, Malls, beaches, Archeological finds, tourist locations, stories, holidays.....the sky is the limit.




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The Israeli "average Joe" is the best thing about Israel.

 

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United in good: Israel's celebration of Good Deeds Day 2025

Thousands of Israelis from all walks of life united in volunteer projects across the country, embodying this year's themes of "Feels Good to Do Good" and "United in Good."

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Archaeologists find first evidence of epic biblical battle at ‘Armageddon’

Pottery excavated at Megiddo in northern Israel suggests a military presence, possibly confirms the battle between King Josiah and Pharaoh Necho, and hints at Gog and Magog narrative

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What the Menorah Really Means (And Why You Should Own One)

The menorah is more than a tradition—it’s a battle cry. Here’s why owning one today isn’t optional, it’s essential.

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