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Epic Israel race turns Carmel into celebration of nature and resilience

What began as a tribute to the late Giora Tsachor has grown into Israel’s largest cycling event.

Cyclists push through the trails of the Carmel during the 10th annual Winner Epic Israel race – blending sport and nature in a four-day celebration of endurance.
(L-R from top): Yael Eckstein, Eli Beer, Doron Almog, Ifat Ovadia-Luski

No. 34: Heads of organizations that support survivors of war and terror

Members of a delegation fo 250 state legislators from 50 US states plant saplings at Park Ofakim after a ceremony by KKL-JNF.

US lawmakers from 50 states plant trees in city raided by Hamas on Oct. 7

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses 50 delegates from the US at the "50 States One Israel" conference in Jerusalem, September 15, 2025.

Bipartisan US support reminds Israel that true friends stand by us, official tells 'Post'


New Garin Tzabar Lone Soldier home opens in Galilee

First facility to house lone soldiers alongside Israeli peers inaugurated at Hannaton Educational Center.

 Hannaton Garin participants at the inauguration ceremony of the new Lone Soldiers’ House.

'Cowardly act': Swastika carved into KKL-JNF office doors in Rome

The incident is "a painful reminder that Jew-hatred continues to raise its head in Europe and beyond,” KKL-JNF's World Chairwoman wrote in a statement.

A swastika was carved on the door of the KKL-JNF offices in Rome.

KKL-JNF protests planned expansion to Route 443, argues it will harm Ben Shemen Forest

KKL-JNF: The plan would require extensive tree removal, disrupting the ecological continuity in one of Israel's most popular nature areas, and reduce areas of the forest available for the public.

Route 443 in Israel

Petition complicates Patriarchate lands dispute in Jerusalem

Sources involved in the story argue that an appeal by some of the apartment and property owners to the High Court of Justice a month ago only makes a solution more distant.

General view of the Russian Orthodox church in the Ein Karem neighbourhood of Jerusalem, October 30, 2020

Pedaling for passion, land, and community at Winner Epic Israel’s 10th anniversary

“We wanted to create a true mountain bike race in Israel that connects a love of the land, challenging sport, and a strong community,"said race founder and producer Gal Tsachor.

THE LANDMARK 10th edition of Epic Israel honors Giora Tsachor’s vision, bringing cyclists from all walks of life in a celebration of sport and unity.

Alon Olearchik, Assaf Amdursky remove signatures from artists’ petition against Gaza war

KKL had canceled Olearchik’s appearance over the petition’s claims that the IDF was targeting children.

Alon Olearchik (L) and Assaf Amdursky (R).

KKL-JNF inaugurates new visitors center in Sataf Forest, Jerusalem Hills, after $4.5 m. investment

Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael-Jewish National Fund has inaugurated a new visitor center that will offer visitors information about the site, including maps for trails.

The new Sataf visitor center.

The New Zealand-Zionist connection: How one family helped shape Israel’s birth

Yitzhak Treister's great-uncle helped nudge New Zealand toward the ‘yes’ that changed history.

 YITZHAK TREISTER

'A rare opportunity': KKL-JNF conference in Paris draws Jewish leaders from three continents

Participants included Jewish representatives from across Europe, Asia, and Africa, including Tunisia, Morocco, Russia, Kosovo, Israel, Moldova, Romania, and Hungary.

 KKL-JNF conference in Paris draws Jewish leaders from 22 continents.

Glimpse into the past: KKL-JNF publishes archival photos of Shavuot celebrations pre-state

The photos were taken from the 1930s and 1940s during festivities in Jerusalem, Haifa, Kibbutz Ramat Yohanan, Kibbutz Ramat David and other communities.

Shavuot – First Fruits Festival. Mishmar HaEmek, 1943.

KKL-JNF allocates $100,000 to support NYC Israel Parade for the first time

A KKL-JNF delegation, along with other politicians and public figures, will march in the parade.

 Marchers call for the release of hostages in Gaza at the annual Israel parade in New York City, June 2, 2024.Marchers call for the release of hostages in Gaza at the annual Israel parade in New York City, June 2, 2024.