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Roman siege on Masada was weeks, not years, researchers learn
Recent research challenges the long-standing belief that the Roman siege of Masada lasted several years, when in actuality it was a matter of weeks; Advanced archaeological methods reveal it spanned only weeks, reshaping our understanding of this iconic historical event
Yaron Drukman | 09.05.24
החותם הנדיר
Rare First Temple period stone seal discovered in Jerusalem
Archaeologists estimate seal featuring Assyrian demon figure and inscribed in ancient Hebrew used to ward off evil and passed down generations
Yaron Drukman | 08.29.24
דיאטה בעקבות עודף משקל
Nearly 50% of Israelis are overweight, one in four actively dieting, report finds
According to Central Bureau of Statistics, only 43% of Israelis aged 20 and over maintain healthy weight; data reveals significant differences in dieting habits between Jews and Arabs and shows how income levels impact weight
Yaron Drukman | 08.08.24
אחת השריפות בחורשת טל
Tens of thousands of acres in north burn in Hezbollah attacks
Nature and Parks Authority estimates 160,000 dunams of woodlands have gone up in flames since start of year, including in the Nahal Hermon-Banias Nature Reserve and the Horesh Tal National Park 
Yaron Drukman | 08.07.24
המחצבה בהר חוצבים
Archaeologists discover massive Second Temple-era quarry in heart of Jerusalem
Discovery at capital’s Har Hotzvim reveals giant stone slabs and ancient tools, offering glimpse into Herodian construction projects, including Temple Mount expansion
Yaron Drukman | 08.01.24
Family from North America arrives on aliyah in the midst of the war against Hamas in Gaza
Israel sees 38% drop in immigration in 2023, with signs of recovery in 2024
Decline driven by October 7 attacks and ensuing war in Gaza and northern Israel, but rebound seen in early 2024; most immigrants come from Russia, Ukraine, US, Belarus and France, settling mainly in Tel Aviv, Haifa and Jerusalem
Yaron Drukman | 08.01.24
Ismail Haniyeh
From Ahmed Yassin’s sidekick to billionaire 'tough guy': Ismail Haniyeh profile
First jailed by Israel in 1989, Haniyeh cemented political standing as assistant to Hamas founder; after surviving multiple assassination attempts, he moved to Qatar, enjoying life of luxury; noose tightened as several relatives killed in Gaza strikes
Einav Halabi, Yaron Drukman | 07.31.24
יאיר והטבעת
Child finds 1,800-year-old engraved ring on Mount Carmel
Young Yair Whiteson finds a bronze ring engraved with the image of Athena while hiking with his IDF reservist father and turns it in to the Israel Antiquities Authority; It will be on display for visitors to Jerusalem 
Yaron Drukman | 07.17.24
הסקסולוגית ד''ר רות וסטהיימר
Iconic sex therapist and Holocaust survivor Dr. Ruth Westheimer dies at 96
World-renowned sexologist lived in Israel for several years before emigrating to US, where she became sex guru Dr. Ruth through her radio and television appearances, touching lives of millions 
Yaron Drukman | 07.13.24
שינה
Almost half of Israelis now sleep less than 7 hours as insomnia worsens amid war
Central Bureau of Statistics survey shows sharp increase in sleep disorders since October 7; 42% of Israelis aged 20 and over report experiencing insomnia at least once a week, compared to 31% before
Yaron Drukman | 07.10.24
חיסון נגד קורונה על רקע דגל ישראל
COVID is back: 13 patients on ventilators
At least 70 hospitalized with virus, three in critical condition; Rambam Hospital reported that one patient is connected to an ECMO machine despite despite infection rates being far from pandemic levels and current virus strain being much less dangerous
Yaron Drukman, Lior El-Hai | 06.23.24
מראה מדהים מהאוויר
Watch swarm of jellyfish head to Israel's shores
Nature and Parks Authority marine biologist explains many jellyfish species arrive following extreme heat and warming seawater in the region
Yaron Drukman | 06.23.24
ד"ר קרנית בכרטן ויעקב שרביט עם הקנקנים הקדומים
3,300-year-old sunken ship discovered off the coast of Israel
Ancient merchant ship, apparently delivering clay jugs, was discovered nearly 6,000 feet under water, off the Israeli coast; Experts say this find provides valuable insight into the marine navigation capabilities of ancient humans, as they crossed huge bodies of water
Yaron Drukman | 06.20.24
הארכיאולוג שחר קריספין מחזיק את מטמון המטבעות לאחר מציאתו
Treasure from final Jewish revolt against Rome found in Lod
Joint excavations by Israel Antiquities Authority and Lod Municipality uncover remains of Jewish public building, destroyed in antiquity; beneath its floor, archaeologists discover hoard of 94 coins, left untouched for centuries
Yaron Drukman | 06.16.24
מיכאל טשרנין מרשות העתיקות מצביע על כמה מהסמלים במבנה
Emblem of King George V discovered in a former hospital building in Jerusalem
Antiquities Authority says symbols served as kind of 'graphic identity card' for noble families who contributed to building’s expansion
Yaron Drukman | 06.10.24
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