New immigrants hailing from nine U.S. states and all walks of life, ranging from young students to retirees, arrived Wednesday on a Nefesh b'Nefesh flight.

'If you are a Jew, this is your place on earth, for the time you have to live, be it long or short. It is a time for return,' Naomi Ragen writes. 

'You are not merely the greatest ambassadors that Israel has around the world – you're champions of truth,' Netanyahu told the Christian media in Jerusalem. 

A Swedish solidarity flotilla has arrived in Israel, kicking off a series of pro-Israel celebrations.  

The Bible praises the Land of Israel for its seven special foods. Each food contains a special “holiness” as well as unique health benefits.

'This decision makes it clear that anyone who calls for a boycott against the State of Israel could find themselves liable for damages...if they’re in Israel or not.'

Israel will become a major player in transportation technologies, Netanyahu said Thursday as he met with senior managers from the American chip maker Intel.

An Israeli farmer is rediscovering the properties and uses of the rare tree that was key in producing biblical-era honey. 

Archaeologists uncovered a unique stone inscription dating back to the Second Temple Period with 'Jerusalem' written in full in modern Hebrew script.

'Like the Jewish people, we have always survived. These experiences inspire us to hold onto our culture and identity,' Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Nadia Murad said at the Knesset.

'The unreserved US support for Israel's right to defend itself is among the pillars of the strong bond between the two countries,' Netanyahu stated. 

The next year presents a huge opportunity to create new business contacts in the world’s fifth largest economy," a UK official said, referring to Israel.

Israel and the UAE ranked highest among Middle East countries, with both remaining in the top 10 from last year’s survey.

Medical equipment giant Medtronic acquired Mazor in one of largest acquisitions of an Israeli company this year.

Sukkot is the holiday of joy and Israelis just love to eat! In Jerusalem's famous Mahane Yehuda market, one experiences a real feeling of the upcoming holiday.

The leading aid organization Colel Chabad ensures that needy Israelis are not forgotten during the Jewish New Year period each autumn.

Jews from Arabic speaking countries have a unique way of celebrating the Jewish holiday of Sukkot. Take an insider's look at the holiday celebrations of Israel's Sephardic Jewish communities.

For from Zion shall come forth...Quantum Metamaterials! Israeli researchers collaborated to conduct monumental research to discover an innovative new scientific field.

Thousands of Israelis of diverse backgrounds converged at the Kotel to recite the late-night prayers for Divine forgiveness ahead of Yom Kippur. 

An Afghani man is giving the gift of health to sick children by sending them for lifesaving treatment in Israel.

Israel is one of only seven countries that actively enforce anti-corruption laws.

The Living Memorial Plaza in Jerusalem is the only site outside the US that recognizes the names of those killed on 9/11.

This year, the government proposes to supplement food baskets for each poor family to the tune of 14 shekels ($4) for the holidays. At that rate, the funding doesn't cover the cost of a jar of honey.

While Israel faces many challenges, it is also 'acquiring friends around the world and within the region here,' Netanyahu stated.

Israel’s population has grown by 162,000 since the last Jewish New Year - a two percent growth, similar to previous years.