Jerusalem

A rare seal impression, or bulla, bearing a Hebrew name from the Bible and dated to the 7th century BCE, emerged north of the City of David, near the Western Wall's foundations. This bulla describes the title 'over the house,' indicating a high-ranking official position in the Judean Kingdom.

On this day, the 21st of Av, 16 years ago, a devastating attack on Jerusalem's Line 2 bus occurred, leading to tragic loss of life.

On this day, the 20th of Av, 18 years ago, a terrorist bombed the Sbarro restaurant in Jerusalem, filled with customers.

On this day, the 25th of Tammuz, 44 years ago, a devastating bombing occurred at Zion Square in Jerusalem, resulting in multiple casualties and injuries.

On this day, 11th of Tammuz, 92 years ago, a powerful earthquake shook the northern Dead Sea region in Israel.

On this day in history, 17 years ago, a suicide bomber attacked a bus near Tzomet Pat in Jerusalem, causing significant loss of life.

The main street of Second Temple-era Jerusalem is unearthed in City of David. The celebration saw prominent attendees, including U.S. Ambassador David Friedman and special envoy Jason Greenblatt.

Today, eighteen years ago on the 3rd of Sivan, the floor collapsed at the "Versailles" banquet hall in Jerusalem.

Evyatar Banai was interviewed ahead of last Passover, sharing insights on balancing religious observance with maintaining peace at home, his Jerusalem roots, and the spiritual growth he is experiencing alongside songwriting.

A seal impression featuring the rare biblical name "Nathan-Melech" has been uncovered in a public structure demolished during the destruction of the First Temple. Another find includes a stone seal also dating back to the end of the Kingdom of Judah.

Archaeologists have uncovered the remains of a Jewish agricultural settlement specializing in wine and oil production and dove breeding. The site also features an elaborate tomb estate likely for wealthy family members.

A tiny stone weight inscribed with ancient Hebrew lettering was discovered during excavations near the City of David. Weights like this were used for half-shekel contributions by the Israelites.

Has the world changed overnight? Have we forgotten the age-old teaching "It is known that Esau hates Jacob"? What happened to the deep-seated dislike nations have towards Israel, ingrained in their history?

A bus overturned on the way to Dimona, and in Jerusalem, floods left no dry ground. Watch the footage.

During an archaeological dig, a significant discovery dating back 2,700 years was made near the Western Wall: "This is archaeological proof supporting biblical accounts of a city official in Jerusalem from around 2,700 years ago."

Following the widespread acclaim of the previous volumes, the third installment of 'Biblical Archaeology' delves deeper into historical evidence from the era of King Solomon and the First Temple. Rabbi Zamir Cohen discusses the connection between these revelations and UNESCO's decision on Jerusalem, plus the potential for future volumes.

Discover what truly befell Sennacherib. An exclusive excerpt from Rabbi Zamir Cohen's latest book, "Biblical Archaeology III," now available.

A 90-year-old man decides to share his childhood experiences of the Holocaust, an 80-year-old Jewish woman from Yemen recounts how her sister was taken from her, and a seventh-generation Jerusalemite from Mea Shearim reveals his life story. These are just a few examples of the thousand stories documented by Yad Sarah over the past 20 years. Volunteer Verda Bar-On, who manages the project in Jerusalem, shares her excitement.

In an impressive archaeological reveal, new sections of the Western Wall have been uncovered, alongside a surprising Roman structure.

Even though Israel captured the Temple Mount during the Six-Day War, the area remains a point of tension. Jews are not allowed to enter the sacred site, and Israel still hesitates to assert full control.