Winter

A winter of short getaways: Flights to Europe for less than $200

January and February bring a wave of short city breaks in Europe with surprising flight prices, alongside high demand for warm destinations like Dubai and Bangkok - even as prices rise.

Rome, Italy.
Migrants onboard a rubber boat wave and gesture as they wait to be rescued by crew members of the "Ocean Viking" rescue ship in the search-and-rescue zone off the international waters of Libya, on January 16, 2026.

Hundreds feared missing or dead trying to cross Mediterranean Sea, says UN migration agency

A group of men try to help a stuck motorist in the snow while the multi-state Winter Storm Fern hits the metro area of Louisville, Kentucky, US January 25, 2026.

US storm leaves 1 million without power, forces 10,000 flight cancellations

A de-icing crew works during winter storm Fern on a Southwest Airlines flight at Nashville International Airport in Nashville, Tennessee, US, January 24, 2026.

Winter Storm Fern grounds thousands of US flights, strains power grids nationwide


The winter spice that may help cope with depression

It won’t make your bad mood disappear – but it can ease it a little – and that’s a lot.

Tea with spices

Russia strikes on Kyiv leave 6,000 buildings without heat as temperatures near -20°C

Kyiv's Mayor Vitaly Klitschko advised citizens on Friday to temporarily evacuate the city after Russian strikes and the difficulty authorities face in resuming services.

Residents at the site of the apartment building hit by a Russian drone strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine January 9, 2026.

Dr. Maya Rosman: These are the best carbohydrates for health

Winter is here, and we all want more comforting and filling food – and what’s better than carbohydrates. Here are some of the best ones you can eat without guilt.

Quinoa stew

Winter in Jerusalem: Cozy soups, simple treats to warm your heart and home

Warm up this winter with cozy soups, hearty chicken, and sweet baked apples, simple recipes full of flavor and comfort for chilly days.

Chicken soup.

Dr. Maya Rosman reveals what to eat alongside cholent to make it as nutritious as possible

Many of us will eat cholent over the coming winter weekend. Dr. Maya Rosman surprises and reveals that this stew is actually healthy for you. And also – how do you prevent the fatigue afterward?

Cholent

Scientifically proven: Winter foods that help prevent dementia

Does rainy weather make you want to eat something comforting? Here is a list of foods that are not only tasty, but are scientifically proven to support improved concentration and memory. Enjoy.

Fatty sea fish

Cold winter, hot trends: The fashionable coats that get the job done

The winter season brings with it a wide range of coats – from camel and teddy to the designed puffer (down): There are plenty of options so every woman can find exactly what she needs.

Urbanica, faux fur coat, NIS 100.

Experts explain: How to prepare your home for winter without major renovations

Adapt your home for winter: Seal windows, check heating, swap textiles for soft, rich fabrics, and use warm lighting. Small changes make a big difference in the space’s feel.

Design: Noa Kuperman.

Back to elegance: The shoes that dethroned sneakers for the coming winter

Loafers and moccasins are the shoes that answer exactly what we need, combining elegance and comfort.

Aldo Winter 2026 Collection. Shoes starting at NIS 399.90, bags starting at NIS 299.90.

Israelis seek affordable snow: Price drops at ski destinations in winter 2026

Winter 2025–2026 flight prices drop at most ski destinations: Sofia $320→$275, Geneva $510→$450, while Tbilisi sees higher demand with a moderate price decrease.

Ski Resort in the Swiss Alps.