Entertainment

One of Israel's rarest springs reopens: Ein Mabua returns for the summer hiking season

Following upgrades including a new parking lot, safe access path, and renovated restrooms, the Prat Stream site reopens free with registration.

Ein Mabua.
CRISTIAN MUNGIU’S ‘Fjord’ won the Palme d’Or at Cannes this year.

Jerusalem Film Festival returns with Sundance hits, Cannes winners, and Israeli premieres

‘ALL I HAD WAS NOTHINGNESS’

What to watch this week: The story behind ‘Shoah,’ the end of ‘The Bear,’ and a riveting ‘Betrayal’

“Fate and risk have evolved into a decentralized digital experience.”

From ancient pastimes to modern digital experiences


How technology has reshaped interactive entertainment worldwide

“Entertainment is now a borderless, mobile-first digital experience.”

The evolution of chance-based entertainment through the ages

“Digital networks now dissolve those physical boundaries completely.”

A historical overview of gambling in the Middle East

Explore gambling in the Middle East from ancient dice and maysir to Islamic law, Ottoman coffeehouses, casinos, and UAE regulation.

"A historical overview of gambling in the Middle East, from ancient civilizations to modern regulation."

Israeli Cinema Day returns with NIS 10 tickets across country

Among the films scheduled to be shown are Checkout, American Henna, Underwater Speculations, ‘Cuz You’re Ugly, and more!

Checkout, a feature film at Israeli Cinema Day.

How games of chance became part of modern entertainment culture

Games of chance have evolved from traditional social pastimes into a modern form of digital entertainment.

The new attraction planned on the way to Eilat: “It’s a game changer”

A new water park will be built in Dimona with an investment of approximately NIS 200M, aiming to attract millions of visitors per year and become a major leisure hub for the entire region.

Water park simulation in Dimona.

AI won't replace magicians, but it may reshape live entertainment - opinion

AI may not master sleight of hand anytime soon, but it could weaken the human desire to gather, watch, and wonder together

Creative director/magician Douglas "Lefty" Leferovich fans out a deck of cards before teaching magic tricks on Facebook Live with magician/comedian Murray SawChuck from SawChuck's home to entertain people under stay-at-home orders to fight the spread of the coronavirus on April 25, 2020 in Las Vegas

It’s a 'Tay' Story: Taylor Swift announces original song written for Toy Story 5

The song was reportedly co-written and produced by Swift and her frequent collaborator and friend, Jack Antonoff, marking their first collaboration since her 2024 album The Tortured Poets Department.

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 28: Jessie, Woody and Buzz Lightyear attend the "Toy Story 5" UK launch event at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square on May 28, 2026 in London, England.

Meet the Candy Slide – the crazy water slides that have arrived in Israel

The Shefayim Water Park has updated itself with an inner tube complex featuring a colorful design called Candy Slide, in which NIS 15 million was invested.

The Candy Slide at the Shefayim Water Park

What to watch in Israel this week: ‘Etty’ disappoints, ‘Euphoria’ stars move on

TV Time: From Etty to Euphoria and World Cup documentaries, this week’s streaming picks offer drama, controversy, and comfort viewing.

JACOB ELORDI in ‘Euphoria’.