Joanie Margulies

Joanie is a writer and Breaking News Desk Manager at The Jerusalem Post. She moved to Israel in December 2020 from New York, after living across the globe in places like Australia, Colombia, and Ghana. She holds a BA in Journalism from the University of Oregon’s School of Journalism and Communication. When she’s not covering the breaking desk, she’s traveling to unique corners of the world, or she’s likely tending to the dogs of Tel Aviv (including her own). You can follow her work on Twitter and Instagram.

 Kayla Kirshenbaum is seen volunteering in Israel after the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war, in December 2023.

Exploring aliyah under fire: Tel Aviv visitor's journey begins amid a barrage of missiles

 ‘THEY ARE are organic. They can be burned.’ Ivory artifacts, like the figurines pictured here, were among the highest priority artifacts to be removed from the museum to safety.

How Israel safeguards archaeological treasures amid Iranian attacks

All four lion heads from the Eyal Interchange excavation.

Rare 1,900-Year-Old bronze lion heads uncovered in Sharon region, symbolic of regional diversity


Jewish New Yorkers respond to Zohran Mamdani’s win in the NYC mayoral democratic primary

Joey Saban a Democratic district leader from Brooklyn and political strategist, expressed his dismay at the implications of Mamdani’s win, particularly for the Jewish community. 

 Zohran Mamdani gestures as he speaks during a watch party for his primary election, which includes his bid to become the Democratic candidate for New York City mayor in the upcoming November 2025 election, in New York City, U.S., June 25, 2025

Who is Zohran Mamdani, NYC Democratic mayoral candidate with anti-Israel stances?

Mamdani's support for Palestine is a long-time belief and one which he has actively campaigned on.

NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani against backdrop of pro-Palestinian protest in New York. (illustration)

The Cyrus Cylinder: Archaeological treasure that connects Ancient Persia and the Jewish people

The Cyrus Cylinder is often considered the first charter of human rights, inscribed with the words of King Cyrus the Great, the founder of the Achaemenid Empire.

 The Cyrus Cylinder in Room 52 of the British Museum in London.

Biblical archaeologists evacuated from Shiloh dig amid escalation with Iran

Despite the challenges, the excavation team remains resolute in its commitment to uncovering the past.

 Excavation team standing in front of Shiloh dig site.

Rebuilding lives: How Nirim is transforming Israel’s at-risk youth

Founded 24 years ago to honor fallen Israel Navy Shayetet 13 fighter Nir Krichman by his brothers in arms, Nirim began as an ambitious vision: to offer high-risk teens a second chance.

 NIRIM STUDENTS embark on a journey that changes the course of their future.

A warzone welcome for olah who arrived hours ahead of Iran attack

Eve Karlin’s Aliyah the day before Operation Rising Lion began strengthened her resolve.

 Eve Karlin with her luggage at Ben-Gurion Airport.

‘We still said ‘I do’’: Israeli couples navigate wedding adaptation amid war

Many couples have adapted to the crisis, choosing to postpone or cancel their weddings — but not all.

‘We still said ‘I Do’’: Israeli couples navigate wedding adaptation amid war

Miami to Tel Aviv: Rafi Horwitz’s journey of faith, volunteering, and discovery

Rafi Horwitz speaks about his journey with the ease of someone who’s finally found home, even amid the challenges that come with building a life from scratch in a new country.

 Rafi Horwitz

Giving birth under fire: How Israeli mothers are coping under Iranian missile attacks

HEALTH AFFAIRS: New mothers navigating labor under attack from Iran share their stories with the ‘Post.’

 Israeli soldiers and medical staff at the underground hospital at the Rambam Health Care Campus in Haifa, on September 22, 2024

Volunteer efforts turn Dizengoff Center into city-wide shelter, support center amid tensions

As tensions persist, these shelters remain crucial for many in Tel Aviv, offering safety, food, and a sense of security in the face of uncertainty.

 Dizengoff center miklat in Tel Aviv, June 19th, 2025.