Widely considered a 'must' for Israel's birthday until now, fireworks canceled this year in many cities and towns out of respect for military veterans suffering from post-trauma

Mayor says he's hoping for 'an environmentally friendly and an even more impressive alternative' next year; culture minister urges other municipal heads to follow suit

Torch-lighting event at Mount Herzl in Jerusalem is a staple of the festivities; culture minister says this year's event aims at inclusivity

Music industry professionals join in legislative push, seeking the same support Israeli cinema gets

Plan to create a temporary art residency program in Israel for artists and art professionals fleeing Ukraine on hold pending government approval

Police minister orders investigation after cops beat up supporters of Hapoel Tel Aviv, the latest in a series of fights at games

Serious cases still rising but expert says Israel may be at wave's peak with tens of thousands of undetected daily infections; finance, culture ministers announce aid for art world

Assaf Yasur, whose arms were amputated at the elbow when he was a teen, kicks his way to victory just 6 years later, defeating the European champion along the way

26-year-old's brother urges crowds to better their ways in his memory, saying sibling will 'be at peace,' Diaspora Minister Shai vows those responsible will be punished

Polish opposition senator tells ToI that a diplomatic spat over Holocaust restitution legislation can be put to bed, but Jerusalem sticks to demand that Warsaw fix law first