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Israel enters new space era with first state-owned communications satellite

Dror-1, a 4.5-ton satellite developed by Israel Aerospace Industries, is part of a long-term national strategy to ensure full independence in satellite communications

Yaron Drukman | 07.13.25

Ben-Gurion used more religious references in speeches than Netanyahu, study finds

Study reveals Israel's first prime minister used some 20% more biblical references; Ben-Gurion also referenced more Jewish historical figures than Netanyahu, but the current prime minister invokes more personal religious faith

Yaron Drukman | 07.03.25

Researchers uncover oldest-ever Ethiopian Jewish scriptures

Two 15th-century Orit scrolls discovered through Tel Aviv University program documenting sacred texts of Beta Israel; scholars say find reshapes global understanding of Jewish history preserved in oral tradition and Ge’ez script

Yaron Drukman | 07.02.25

1. ראש אריה עם ידית טבעת שחוברה לראש הלוחית

Excavation uncovers rare Roman-era lion-head bronze discs in central Israel

Ancient 1,900-year-old Roman bronze lion discs discovered in tomb reveal rare burial customs and highlight the animal's enduring symbolism across cultures and Jewish heritage

Yaron Drukman | 06.26.25

דופן הסרקופג, שעליה הסצנה של הרקולס, השוכב על עור אריה ומחזיק כוס בידו

Rare Roman sarcophagus uncovered in Caesarea features mythological drinking contest

Marble sarcophagus depicting a mythological drinking contest between Dionysus and Hercules uncovered, offering new insight into ancient burial customs and Roman-era art during Judea rule

Yaron Drukman | 06.09.25

Jerusalem home to over 1 million, half of all Jews are ultra-Orthodox

Latest data reveals overwhelmingly young population, with 31.7% of residents under the age of 15, but city does see negative growth, with more leaving the capital than move in

Yaron Drukman | 05.21.25

יום עצמאות העצמאות 74 מדינה מדינת ישראל דגל מגן דוד מטס מטוסים מטוס חיל האוויר

On Israel’s 77th Independence Day: One-third of Israelis are under 20

Israel’s annual growth rate of 1.4 percent far exceeds global averages, according to CBS; population projected to reach 15.2 million by country's centennial in 2048

Yaron Drukman, Itamar Eichner | 04.29.25

הכלים ששימשו להפקת צבע הארגמן, שנחשפו לראשונה בתל שקמונה

Massive ancient purple dye workshop in Haifa offers glimpse into Biblical-era industry

Researchers at Tel Shikmona uncover tools and vats used to produce luxury dye during Iron Age, revealing large-scale industry linked to Kingdom of Israel and possibly the First Temple in Jerusalem

Yaron Drukman | 04.17.25

רות דיין וראומה ויצמן סטקס האשכבה של אסי דיין

Reuma Weizman, wife of former president Ezer Weizman, dies at 99

Former First Lady leaves a legacy of public service and resilience as the nation mourns her loss; President Isaac Herzog shares condolences

Yaron Drukman, Yuval Karni | 04.15.25

Blue Origin launches historic all-female spaceflight with Katy Perry, Gayle King

NS-31 mission makes history with an all-female crew including, reaching space and returning safely in a landmark moment for private spaceflight

Yaron Drukman | 04.14.25

Israel ignored warnings of risk to northern border months before October 7 massacre

Thousands of terrorists penetrated Gaza border and massacred 1,200 on October 7, and later it became clear that if Hezbollah had acted as well - the result would have been even more disastrous; Probe conducted by the State Comptroller just months before while provocations and clashes took place on the Lebanese border, and only now allowed to be published, revealed the magnitude of the danger

Yaron Drukman | 04.01.25

How a history-making LGBT astronaut was accused of the first-ever space crime

Anne McClain, NASA’s first openly lesbian astronaut, made headlines after being accused of accessing her ex-partner’s bank account from space; the case, once dubbed the first space crime, ended with charges against the accuser for filing a false report

Yaron Drukman | 03.31.25

ציורי אצבעות שנעשו על-ידי ילדים במערת Rouffignac

Why did early humans take children into deep, dark cave networks?

Tel Aviv University researchers challenge long-held assumptions, suggesting prehistoric children were vital spiritual intermediaries in cave art rituals

Yaron Drukman | 03.30.25

Greta Thunberg — from climate warrior to Israel hater

Thunberg's stance on the Middle East conflict sparks division within the global climate movement, as many activists question its relevance to environmental advocacy

Yaron Drukman, Yogev Israeli | 03.29.25

Archaeologists discover massive 2,200-year-old pyramid in Judean Desert

Experts uncover a massive pyramid-shaped structure, ancient papyrus documents and rare artifacts from Hellenistic-era rule in southern Israel, shedding new light on the region’s history

Yaron Drukman | 03.25.25