Independence Day

Dr. Maya Rosman ranks: These are the worst store-bought salads there are

This week we will probably all eat too much at the Independence Day barbecue, but just before, a dietitian puts things in order and recommends – which salads to buy and what might be worth giving up?

Which salads to buy and what might be worth giving up?
 People walk on Jaffa street in Jerusalem, during Israel's 76th Independence Day celebrations, May 13, 2024.

The facade of national identity: Israel's Independence Day reflection - opinion

VERT Eilat hotel.

Israeli hotel chains offer Independence Day promotions to boost local travel

Melt-in-the-mouth asado in the oven.

Secret is in the sauce: Melt-in-your-mouth asado that will be the star of the meal


Jordan marks low-key Independence Day as Gaza war continues

While Jordan has had a peace treaty with Israel for nearly 30 years, the kingdom’s identification with the Palestinian people still runs strong.

 Demonstrators carry flags and banners during a protest in support of Palestinians in Gaza, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Amman, Jordan May 24, 2024.

What's going on with Israel during the war is not normal - opinion

When we are constantly exposed to images and stories of war, famine, disaster, or other human tragedies, there is a risk that we become desensitized, experiencing what is known as compassion fatigue.

 SHANI LOUK’S father, Nissim, looks on at Shani’s funeral this week, after her body was retrieved by the IDF from the Gaza Strip. Shani was murdered on October 7 as she tried to escape the Hamas massacre at the Supernova music festival.

Critical voices aren't fooling anyone with silence and backhanded compliments - opinion

The contentious messages and loaded silence of Jewish groups who criticise Israel, including APN and J Street, are concerning.

 BARBECUING AT Sacher Park in Jerusalem on Independence Day last Tuesday: It was disappointing that some prominent individuals in the Jewish world couldn’t bring themselves to offer even superficial greetings to the Jewish state on its 76th birthday, says the writer.

Holding the bitter and the sweet: Remembrance and Independence Day 2024 - opinion

In these moments, we can try to view these emotions not as conflicting but as parallel emotions. 

 MANCHESTER STREET scene: A notoriously rainy region.

The Left's attempts to ruin Independence Day thankfully failed - opinion

Whilst the hard left rejected Independence Day, most Israelis set out into Israel’s streets and parks to celebrate.

 CELEBRATING INDEPENDENCE Day in Tel Aviv: Fortunately, most Israelis clearly rejected the rejectionist, dangerously debilitating narrative, and set out into Israel’s streets and parks to mark the day, the writer asserts.

Grapevine, May 17, 2024: Power of the press

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu with wounded soldiers at Sheba Medical Center.

Lack of leadership in Israel is undermining the Gaza war - opinion

It is time that Netanyahu recognizes the gravity of this moment in time and does what is right or steps aside, calls for early elections, and allows the Israeli people to decide who will lead them.

 PRESIDENT ISAAC Herzog is flanked by IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant at an event for outstanding soldiers at the President’s Residence in Jerusalem on Independence Day.

We will bow our heads, but stand tall - Opinion

It's time for us to accept the covenant of destiny and build our second independence.

 Nerya Meir

Navy Independence Day flotilla pays tribute to October 7 victims

This year, a record number and variety of vessels of different sizes, from small boats to large yachts, took part.

 Independence flotilla honoring the victims of October 7, May 14, 2024.

Beyond the headlines: A glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news  

Annual Bible Quiz brings Jewish world together on Israel's Independence Day, and more.

 Writings on the wall.