Beersheba

1,600-year-old masterpiece monastery mosaic opens to public after preservation efforts

Featuring 55 intricate medallions, the 1,600-year-old mosaic depicts hunting scenes, animals, mythological figures, and daily life.

 1,600-year-old masterpiece monastery mosaic opens to public after preservation efforts.
Democrats chair Yair Golan addresses the Sderot Society and Education conference in Beersheba, May 27, 2025.

'Traitor!': Protesters boo Democrats chair Yair Golan at Beersheba conference

 The Eshkol Council Head Michal Uziel met on Sunday with the Chief of Staff, Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi, May, 2025.

IDF chief to Eshkol council head: 'Hostages' return, community's security are top priorities'

A police car

Eight-year-old boy shot dead at wedding in southern Bedouin town


New hospital to open in Beersheba, expanding healthcare access across Israel's South

“Healthcare is a basic right,” said Dr. Avi Yitzhak, chief physician of Assuta Beersheba. “You shouldn’t have to be rich or live in the center to receive fair and high-quality medical care.”

Doctor holds a stethoscope in front of a hospital background (illustrative)

IDF intercepts Houthi missile after sirens sound in Beersheba, Negev

Missile launch towards Israel came hours after reports of US airstrikes in Houthi-controlled western Yemen.

 Footage released by Houthi Military Media says to show a launch of missile, which the Houthis say they fired at Israel, at an unknown location in this screen grab obtained from a handout video released on December 19, 2024.

Coming soon to Beersheba: The largest indoor amusement park in the south

With attractions never before seen in Israel, sports areas, an ice-skating rink, and a variety of activities for all ages – Funky World at Cinema City aims to become your favorite family attraction.

 Funky World

Hey baby: A festive festival at Azrieli Negev Mall in Beersheba

Azrieli Negev Mall will open its doors on April 21 and 22 for a variety of activities for mothers and babies, including fascinating shows and lectures. And of course, everything is free of charge!

 Baby Festival on April 21 and 22

New street and rental apartments for service members in Beersheba

The Beersheba local committee recommends the Taubel plan in Neighborhood G, including 450 rental apartments, commercial spaces, public institutions, and a new street for students and service members.

 Taubel Complex, Neighborhood G in Beersheba.

Maccabi Tel Aviv tops table as championship race heats up

The yellow-and-blue started strong, taking a 1-0 lead when Weslley Patati cleaned up an Osher Davida ball from close range.

 DOR PERETZ (center) celebrates after scoring the yellow-and-blue’s second goal in its 3-1 conquest of host Hapoel Beersheba this week in Israel Premier League action at Turner Stadium.

In the Midbarium Beersheba, they're already preparing for Passover

At the Midbarium Wildlife Park in Beersheba, a special program is being prepared for visitors during the Passover holiday.

 Midbarium

The IDF Is moving South – and Beersheba prepares with a variety of housing options

Detached homes in the Rakafot neighborhood, low-rise buildings in Pisgat Ramot, and small apartments in the Old City — where will the IDF soldiers and career personnel live?

 Illustration: Pisgat Ramot neighborhood

Over 120 Hamas terrorists planned on invading Beersheba on October 7 - report

Security forces believe that since their plans were thwarted, they headed to Gaza border communities, overwhelming them in sheer number as a result.

Hamas terrorists and Gazans take control of an Israeli tank after crossing the border fence with Israel from Khan Yunis, Oct. 7, 2023

From local produce straight to your plate: The farmers’ market you must visit this year

The Local Produce Farmers’ Market returns to KKL pedestrian mall in Beersheba with fresh produce from local farmers, including those from the Gaza Envelope. Enjoy fruits, veggies, and live shows!

Farmers' Market in Beersheba

Southern Israel real estate surges as investors eye economic and Zionist opportunity

Southern Israel's real estate market surged in 2024, driven by low prices, high demand, and government development.

An aerial view of Beersheba’s Gav-Yam Negev Advanced Technologies Park.