Water

Gaza faces a man-made drought as water systems collapse, UNICEF says

UNICEF also reported a 50% increase in children aged six months to 5 years admitted for treatment of malnutrition from April to May in Gaza, and half a million people going hungry.

 A Palestinian carries water amid a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, in Jabalia refugee camp in the northern Gaza Strip February 4, 2025
Hof Gai Water Park

Kinneret water park undergoes major renovation – what’s new?

 UK Law Commission considers legalizing water cremation as new funeral option. Illustration.

UK Law Commission considers legalizing water cremation as new funeral option

 Neglecting morning hydration can stall weight loss, warns expert.

Neglecting morning hydration can stall weight loss, warns expert


Mekorot adopts AR tech to streamline operations and boost water infrastructure management

Israel’s national water company partners with Treedis to launch an AR-powered digital transformation in facility maintenance

 An aerial view shows the pier of a plant of Mekorot, Israel’s national water company, located close to the national water carrier project, which in cases of emergency is able to pump desalinated water into the Sea of Galilee.

This new feature at Shefayim Water Park will make your summer perfect!

Shefayim Water Park kicks off summer with a new policy limiting daily visitors to reduce crowds and lines. Enjoy 31 water slides, Israel’s largest wave pool, and family discounts.

 Shefayim Water Park

Sales and new home items

Exciting new home products and holiday deals: From designer tableware and eco-friendly water filters to festive flower arrangements and customized carpets.

 Tzemer Beautiful Carpets at the 10th International Conference on Hotel Design and Planning

Diving int water: A guide to water attractions and slides for the Shavuot holiday

VR slides on luxury cruises, water parks in Eilat, and pools in central Israel—discover top attractions to make your long Shavuot weekend a fun, refreshing, and wet family vacation.

 Water slides on the deck of MSC Euribia

Mekorot to move HQ from Tel Aviv to Kiryat Ono in NIS 230M deal for Onyx Complex office tower

National water company Mekorot to leave Tel Aviv after decades, relocating to a modern 12-floor HQ in Kiryat Ono by early 2027.

 Amit Lang, CEO, Mekorot.

Water into wine: Archaeologist claim to pinpoint location associated with Jesus's first miracle

A team of archaeologists claims to have located the exact site where, according to Christian tradition, Jesus performed his first miracle - turning water into wine.

 Not the real Cana?

New Israeli study links poor hydration to increase heart failure risk

Many don't consume enough water on regular days, even when it's cold, and as a result could have a higher risk of heart failure and high blood pressure (hypertension).

 Water faucet, illustration

The Indus standoff: Unraveling the hydro-political crisis between India, Pakistan - opinion

The collapse of the Indus Waters Treaty risks plunging South Asia into a hydro-political crisis due to Pakistan’s 'weaponization of a goodwill agreement.'

 Protest against the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty by India, in Karachi, April 24, 2025

Pakistan warns of war as India suspends water treaty, closes border

With both nations on the brink, the Indus Waters Treaty becomes the latest flashpoint in the India-Pakistan standoff.

 Supporters of the Pakistan Markazi Muslim League (PMML), carry flags and banners, during a protest against the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty by India, in Karachi, Pakistan April 24, 2025.

Will consumer prices drop? NIS 3.5B for Israel’s water revolution

The Economic Affairs Committee approved a NIS 3.5 billion investment in infrastructure, giving farmers access to reclaimed wastewater and launching a major transformation in the water sector.

 Water faucet, illustration

The price for household consumers to drop? NIS 3.5B for Israel’s water revolution

After months of talks, the committee approved a NIS 3.5B investment, giving farmers treated wastewater access and starting a major shift in Israel’s water sector.

 Water faucet, illustration