Culture

Oct. 7 film ‘The Road Between Us’ now on Paramount+

The film's success followed a controversy in which it was initially removed from the festival’s lineup over clearance demands related to Hamas bodycam footage, then reinstated after protests.

"The Road Between Us."
St.-Sgt. Agam Naim.

How a playwright transformed a sister’s loss into art for children

The "Bound in Memory" exhibit at the National Library of Israel.

Grassroots literary movement turns October 7 grief into books with new 'Bound in Memory' exhibition

Yuval Raphael

Eurovision runner-up Yuval Raphael to return to Nova to perform three years after massacre


Israel Plus: Israeli content is ready for its global moment

As audiences embrace stories from beyond their borders, Israel Plus is opening Israeli culture, creativity and entertainment to the world - now in English.

 SHOOQ nonprofit digital platform  is designed to connect Jewish media projects with investors, studios, foundations, media funds, philanthropists, and other funding partners interested in supporting Jewish storytelling. (illustrative)

We went to Tuscany to "do nothing" – and it was the perfect vacation

Among vineyards, wineries, medieval towns, and countryside hotels, we discovered Dolce far niente - and found that doing nothing takes real planning.

Lots of stops along the way just to say, “Wait, we have to take a picture of this.” Tuscany.

Eisenkot's Yashar unveils plan to support new olim integrating into Israel

"We will propose a national plan that will call on young people to return home and on Jews around the world to make aliyah to Israel, because this is our national home," Eisenkot said.

Gadi Eisenkot, Yashar leader, speaks at meeting about plan to make aliyah and absorption easier.

HaMiffal cultural center marks ten years and counting of community-oriented creation

“We understand we can show Jerusalem in a different light,” says artistic director and co-director Doron Gallia-Kind. “Not the one shown in newspapers and on the news."

The HaMiffal yard offers a charming ambiance with a slew of intriguing artworks.

DocuText film ‘Safe Room’ tells moving account of how strangers transformed into family on Oct. 7

Safe Room is a moving film about a group of strangers who survived the October 7 attack by Hamas and came together in the safe room of Dr. Gedalya Fendel.

STILLS FROM ‘Safe Room.’

Eurovision heads to Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast as Burgas confirmed 2027 host city

Israel is set to participate in the event, after the Eurovision Song Contest director affirmed there would be no further votes on whether to exclude the Jewish state from the competition.

A panoramic aerial view of Burgas, the fourth-largest city in Bulgaria.

First circus city opens in Israel, combining ninja, water, and extreme attractions

A new venue in Petah Tikva merges a 360-degree international circus show with ninja courses, extreme inflatables, water and foam zones, and interactive workshops.

All the action in one place. Circo Land by Florentin Circus

Revamped ‘Peter Pan’ musical returns to Tel Aviv stage

This updated version retains the signature sword fights alongside a modernized theatrical flight system.

THE NEW VERSION of ‘Peter Pan’ retains the signature sword fights alongside a modernized theatrical flight system.

Reasonable individuals pay a price for standing up for Jews – opinion

A non-Jewish minority, including Boy George, Douglas Murray, and Mosab Hassan Yousef, stick to their principles, exemplifying true moral courage

British author and conservative political commentator Douglas delivers a speech during an evening against the rise of antisemitism in Europe in Paris in 2024.

The art of staying relevant: Career longevity, branding, and cultural influence in entertainment

Beyond talent and trends: How everyday discipline and smart choices build decades of audience trust.

“Lasting entertainment careers are built on adaptability and authenticity.”