Olim
When comfort is off the table, Israelis find new ways to cope under fire
From yoga and art workshops to online communities and dark humor, Israelis are building new emotional lifelines.
Your Taxes: The budget’s tax breaks
Despite Iran war, 40 American, Canadian Jews make aliyah ahead of Passover
Knesset advances bill granting five-year tax exemption to olim, returning residents
Choosing Israel: why olim stay during wartime
Reflections from olim as to why they chose to make aliyah - and stay.
Nina Verzhbolovich: Russian olah builds cleaning empire in Israel
This olah wiped her slate clean after aliyah pushed her into new professional opportunities.
I’ll always feel like an outsider but my kids won’t - comment
In the vast sweep of Jewish history, the shift from Diaspora Jew to Sabra is a profound transformation.
Olim share stories of acts of unexpected kindness (Part II)
These acts of kindness may seem small in the grand scheme of things, but for new olim navigating the challenges of starting over, they can have a lasting impact.
The Potential of the Israeli Real Estate Market
Even conservative forecasts predict continued strength in the Israeli housing market
Living financially smarter in Israel: Tools for success in the AI age and beyond
The “Living Financially Smarter in Israel” forum offered expert tips on digital assets, AI, estate planning, and smart money habits for olim.
Olim recall moments of unexpected kindness
When life here feels overwhelming, even the smallest act of kindness or compassion can make all the difference.
Russian Jews seek a home in Israel as Ukraine war drives aliyah wave
ALIYAH AFFAIRS: Between “sausage” and “pumpkin,” the waves of Russian aliyah have carried different circumstances and subtexts, but are continuously united by a search for a place to belong.
Survival tips for grocery shopping in Israel
Olim provide practical guidance for how to make shopping in Israel feel less overwhelming and more manageable.
Home or Rent? Why Israelis Still See Buying a House as a National Milestone
For many Israelis, owning a home is more than a goal—it's a deep-seated symbol of family, success, and belonging
