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1 in 8 Israeli Jews would rather not be buried at all, survey finds

Nearly 90% say they would observe shiva after losing an immediate relative, including 74% of secular respondents; 71% say a traditional Jewish funeral matters to them, 86% visit graves after shiva or shloshim, and just 2% prefer high-density burial

Shmuel Munitz | 09.23.26

Buried with a sickle at her throat: who was Poland’s ‘vampire’ girl?

DNA, isotope analysis and luxurious burial textiles offer new clues about Zosia, a teenage woman buried 400 years ago amid fears she could return from the dead

Yogev Israeli | 08.27.26

מערת קבורה עתיקה שהתגלתה במהלך פעילות מבצעית בסילוואן שבמחוז ירושלים

Border Guard soldiers uncover ancient burial cave in east Jerusalem during security search

Graves date to Second Temple period; archeological finds were discovered by Jerusalem Border Police officers beneath a building in Silwan during searches as part of a violent dispute between families

ynet | 08.24.26

פרטים חנוטים מהנקרופוליס של תבאי, המציגים שונות בכיוון הגוף ובתנוחת הזרועות

Mummified dog found atop human remains in ancient Egyptian tomb

Study of a burial chamber in the Theban Necropolis traces centuries of changing funerary practices and suggests a dog buried with human mummies may have served as a symbolic guide to the afterlife

Yogev Israeli | 08.23.26

חופרים את הקבר הראשון בבית העלמין היהודי

Historic ceremony marks 1st Jewish burial in Taiwan following opening of Jewish cemetery

An Israeli citizen who lived in the country was the first to be buried there; ZAKA members and Chabad emissaries from East Asia accompanied the process; Until now, Jews who died in Taiwan have been buried in other countries

Itamar Eichner, Shilo Freid | 06.25.26

Gaza terrorist breaks in interrogation, admits holding Oron Shaul for 10 years

Ibrahim Hilo provided the information that led to Shaul's return for burial in Israel in the hours before the start of the Gaza ceasefire; he will be indicted on serious security offenses

Meir Turgeman | 06.02.26

Green burial’s quiet revolution: human composting gains ground

More Americans are turning to green burial and other sustainable alternatives, finding comfort in the idea that death can return life to nature while reducing environmental harm

Yogev Israeli, AP | 05.06.26

Where do pets go? Israel moves to regulate animal burial

With no clear regulations for laying pets to rest, the Agriculture Ministry turns to citizens to help craft sensitive, respectful solutions for a growing national need

ynet | 02.09.26

'I am sure you feel at home now': Slain hostage Itzik Elgarat laid to rest

Hundreds gather in Kibbutz Nir Oz to bid farewell to slain hostage after 509 days in Hamas captivity; family and mourners honor his memory in emotional funeral, vowing to continue fight to bring home remaining hostages

Meir Turgeman | 03.03.25

Archaeologists discover southern Arabian trade links in Negev graves

Archaeologists uncover a 2,500-year-old burial site in the Negev linked to ancient Arabian trade networks, revealing flint artifacts, jewelry and amulets; Findings highlight the region’s role as a crossroads of cultures and commerce

Yaron Drukman | 02.05.25

Interpol helps Israeli officials identify body of convert to allow his burial

Israeli operation with aid from Interpol manages to locate elderly man's brother and take DNA test to prove the deceased's identity; A thorough check with the Conversion Authority and Chief Rabbinate of Israel also was required

Shilo Freid | 09.08.24

A guide to funeral and burial arrangements in Israel: rights, costs, exceptions

What types of burial are available in Israel? Who is entitled to free burial? How much would you need to pay if you want to be buried near your loved ones in central Israel? Why does the family need to pay to evacuate the deceased from the hospital in some cases?

Lital Dobrovitzki | 06.02.23

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