Rare 19th century Jewish cookbook offers taste of the past

Ahead of the Shavuot holiday, the National Library of Israel (NLI) has announced its acquisition of a rare hard-copy of the 19th century Jewish cookbook and housekeeping guide, The Jewish  Manual: Practical Information in Jewish and Modern Cookery. Released in 1846 and attributed to Lady Judith Mon…

Fighting rampant violence in Israeli Arab society

The current Israeli government is not taking necessary steps to act against violence and create a better society for its Arab citizens, says Ofer Dagan, co-executive director of Sikkuy-Aufoq. He spoke to KAN's David Ze'ev. (Photo: Flash90)

News Flash May 20, 2026

Funeral held for IDF officer killed in battle in southern Lebanon. Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps threatens to take war beyond Middle East if fighting resumes. Knesset passes preliminary reading of bill to dissolve

The healing power of the sea

Since its founding 13 years ago, the surf-therapy non-profit organization HaGal Sheli, "my wave" in Hebrew, has offered opportunities for diverse populations to find success through transformative experiences with the sea.  The organization runs educational and therapeutic programs tailored for at-…

Is this the end for Khan el-Ahmar?

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, head of the Religious Zionist party, says he will immediately sign an evacuation order for the West Bank Bedouin village of Khan al-Ahmar. His move came in response to a confidential request that the International Criminal Court issue an arrest warrant against hi…

News Flash May 19, 2026

Two people lightly hurt in Hezbollah drone strike in northern Israel.  Report: Iran using ceasefire to rebuild war readiness. Cabinet minister Smotrich vows to fight back against Palestinian Authority following report of request for ICC arrest warrant against him

An especially dangerous flotilla

Israel had to step in to take control of the latest flotilla to Gaza, says Olga Deutsch, vice president of NGO Monitor, who speaks to KAN's David Ze'ev. (Photo: Reuters)

Iran and the price of oil

For a discussion on how the Iran crisis impacts oil prices, KAN's David Ze'ev spoke to Shahar Golomb of  Afeka College of Engineering in Tel Aviv. (Photo: Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz/Reuters)

News Flash May 18, 2026

Israel Navy takes control of flotilla vessels. Hezbollah says ceasefire depends on Israel. Iran rejects talks on its right to enrich uranium.

Interfaith march for peace in Jerusalem

Peace activists and religious leaders of all faiths will participate in the 4th annual Interfaith March for Human Rights and Peace, taking place May 18th in Jerusalem. The march will set out from the Jerusalem YMCA at 5 p.m. and conclude with an event at the Jaffa Gate, featuring singer Achinoam Ni…