Negev
New gov't plan for Bedouin settlements sparks controversy
Government officials claim that a mix of innovative approaches and incentives can solve the long-standing issue of unrecognized communities in the Negev.
Stunning 1,600-year-old Byzantine mosaic unveiled in Western Negev
How the Meuhedet health fund became a lifeline amid national crisis
African figurines illuminate Early Christian life in the Negev, Israel
1,500-year-old figurines found in Negev point to early Christians in southern Israel
Experts say that the figurines prove that a Christian community lived in southern Israel nearly 1,000 years ago.
Young, rooted, and rebuilding: The Ayalim Association is breathing new life into the periphery
Amid Israel’s ongoing crisis, Ayalim’s student-led communities in the Negev and Galilee are shaping a new vision of resilience.
Fifty years of impact: BGU’s Faculty of Health Sciences sets the standard
Today, the faculty boasts 3,000 enrolled students – 30% of them studying for graduate degrees and conducting research in the various departments and programs.
The final frontier: Amotz Asa-El on settling the Negev as a project to unify Israel
It’s a revival of David Ben-Gurion’s dream of “conquering the desert,” though updated within the parameters of the latest technological, environmental, and sociological developments.
Florence Paley celebrates 94th birthday with heartwarming visit to Israeli seminary
A touching visit to a desert seminary becomes a heartfelt tribute to Florence Paley’s lifelong dedication to Israel and Jewish education.
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.
The Israeli dream: “We came and fell in love — here you can live with a high quality of life”
Every young couple in Israel dreams of a private house with a garden, a view, open spaces, and the highest quality of life. Now it’s possible within driving distance.
Court rules seven years, NIS 200,000 for Nachal Tzafit school directors
Last November, the court convicted the two directors of negligent death, along with negligent injury.
Netanyahu removes Nevatim Airport bill from agenda after opposition from security forces
Before reaching the plenum, the bill was also meant to undergo another discussion in the Ministerial Committee for Legislation.
The course that will guarantee quality employment for young people from the Negev
The Employment Service, Hura Council, Itworks, and Qualitest, with funding from the Rothschild Caesarea Foundation, are creating work opportunities for young people from the Negev.
Mekorot reports record profits as water sales and agriculture demand rise
Israel’s Mekorot posts strong 2024 profits despite national challenges.
