Negev

African figurines illuminate Early Christian life in the Negev, Israel

Ebony and bone pendants carved in the likeness of African men and women have been documented in three sixth–seventh-century Christian graves at Tel Malḥata, south-east of Beersheba.

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.

Sponsored 11/05/2025

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.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF , IN COLLABORATION WITH JNF-USA
29/04/2025

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.

By ON BEHALF OF HAREY ZAHAV
24/04/2025

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.

30/03/2025
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