WorldCamel contradictions in BibleA new finding about the domestication of camels in Israel casts doubt on the historical accuracy of some Bible stories.04 Feb 10:09 PM
EntertainmentScarlett Johansson hits back at critics in Super Bowl commercialScarlett Johansson hit back at critics in a new version of the controversial SodaStream commercial in last night's Super Bowl.03 Feb 06:45 PM
WorldOxfam judges its actress-ambassador's SodaStream promotion a fizzerIn a YouTube video with nearly 5 million views, Scarlett Johansson leans seductively into the camera and purrs: "My real job is saving the world."31 Jan 04:30 PM
WorldScarlett Johansson dumps OxfamScarlett Johansson has chosen to end her collaboration with Oxfam in favour of honouring her contract with SodaStream: an Israeli company that operates in the West Bank.30 Jan 06:34 PM
WorldAriel Sharon dies at 85Israel's former prime minister Ariel Sharon died Saturday, eight years after a debilitating stroke put him into a coma.11 Jan 08:16 PM
WorldIsrael weighs options after shootingAn Israeli soldier was killed by a Lebanese army sniper as he drove along the border, the Israeli military said, drawing Israeli threats of retaliation.16 Dec 04:30 PM
WorldArafat was poisoned, scientists confirmSwiss scientists have concluded Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat is likely to have died from polonium poisoning.06 Nov 08:26 PM
CommoditiesOil prices soar over Twitter war mistakeA tweet that appeared to suggest Israel had attacked Syria sent US oil prices soaring - until traders realised the post referred to the 40th anniversary of a war.11 Oct 04:30 PM
WorldNetanyahu: Israel won't let Iran get nuclear armsIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu played the spoiler to Iran's attempts to ease relations with the West, calling the Iranian leader "a wolf in sheep's clothing".02 Oct 12:35 AM
WorldKeep the Iran sanctions, Netanyahu urges ObamaDespite soothing assurances from Iran's new leaders, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu implored US President Barack Obama to keep punishing sanctions in place against Tehran.30 Sep 10:05 PM
WorldPalestinians upset at Israel plansIsrael wants to remain in control of 40 per cent of the West Bank and leave dozens of settlements intact as part of a peace deal that will create a Palestinian state with only temporary borders, according to Palestinian sources.06 Sep 05:30 PM
WorldSun, fun and plenty of food for Tel Aviv's ubiquitous stray catsThey scamper in front of you as you walk along the footpath. They skulk in the dark in the evenings. They sun themselves on top of the rubbish bins.28 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandMcCully travels to Israel for bilateral meetingsForeign Affairs Minister Murray McCully will travel to Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories today for bilateral meetings and discussions on the Middle East Peace Process.16 Jun 11:10 PM
TravelIsrael: A solemn day in Tel AvivVisit Israel and you swiftly adjust to the solemnity with which its people honours its history, as Kevin Pilley found.12 Jun 03:00 AM
WorldUnexpected water bearerA fly with a water droplet balanced on its head features in an incredible up-close-and-personal series of pictures of bugs in amazingly sharp detail.24 May 05:30 PM
WorldOfficials: Israel launches Syria airstrikeIsrael launched an airstrike into Syria, apparently targeting a suspected weapons site, US officials said.04 May 03:07 AM
WorldIsraeli planes strike Gaza after rocket fireThe Israeli military says its warplanes have struck targets in the Gaza Strip in response to rocket fire toward southern Israel.03 Apr 01:09 AM
OpinionJack Tame: Reality bites on Israel tourThe news footage played a sorry little tale: a typical set-up and typical photo op in a dimmed room with two drooping flags.23 Mar 04:30 PM
WorldObama vows support for IsraelRenewing US support for the difficult "work of generations," President Barack Obama has assured Israel that his administration would pursue an elusive Mideast peace.20 Mar 05:57 PM
New ZealandKiwi activist detainedA peace activist was detained for 48 hours before being sent back to New Zealand for trying to enter Israel on a tourist visa.16 Mar 04:30 PM
TennisTennis: Erakovic beaten in first roundMarina Erakovic's recent run of good form came to an abrupt halt yesterday when she was ousted in the first round of the prestigious Indian Wells tennis tournament in California, going down 6-3 6-4 to former world No 12 Shahar Peer from Israel.07 Mar 10:50 PM
WorldHamas and Fatah hold unity talksHamas and Fatah, the two rival Palestinian political factions, are in talks about forming a unity government, with Hamas leader Khaled Meshal claiming long-stalled elections in the occupied territories are also being planned.08 Feb 04:30 PM
EntertainmentLupe Fiasco kicked off inauguration stageLupe Fiasco has been rushed off stage at a pre-inauguration concert for Barack Obama after performing an anti-war song telling the audience he did not vote for the President.21 Jan 10:29 PM
