Life

In an extraordinary choice, Iris Haim refused to let Hamas claim another victim - opinion

Iris Haim, the mother of Yotam Haim, who was tragically shot by IDF troops after escaping from captivity in Gaza, inspires with the riveting upcoming film ’ Looking for Yotam’

Iris Haim, the mother of Yotam Haim, who was shot by IDF troops after escaping from captivity in Gaza.
Sea turtle rescued from fishing lines off the coast of Caesarea.

Marine researchers rescue sea turtle tangled in fishing line off the coast of Caesarea

A life-preserver of Laura Mabel Francatelli, a survivor of the Titanic disaster is displayed before the auction of Maritime Models and Maritime Pictures at Christie's Auction House in West London, 16 May 2007.

Titanic survivor’s signed life jacket sells for over $900,000

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Space sample reveals all five building blocks of DNA, scientists say


Scientists find mysterious micro-burrows in desert marbles hinting at unknown life forms

'These tubes are apparently not the result of a geological process,' says professor Cees Passchier.

 Scientists find mysterious micro-burrows in desert marbles hinting at unknown life forms.

Rabbi Pinto: “We know people who have money and honor, but they have no life”


Study: Adversity in the ages 6 to 12 can foster resilience later in life

Researchers find timing of adversity during brain development affects adult anxiety risk.

 Israeli children.

How insights from the Messinian Salinity Crisis can help us find life on Mars

 Rose-like formations of crystal clusters of gypsum or baryte which include abundant sand grains in the Sahara.

Rabbi Pinto: One must face challenges to succeed in life


Family of Gaza hostage Eitan Mor receives sign of life

Eitan Mor was a security guard at the Nova music festival on October 7, 2023, when he was captured by Hamas terrorists, and has been held captive in Gaza ever since.

 A person walks past a mural depicting Israeli hostages Rom Braslavski, Karina Ariev, and Eitan Mor (L-R), who were kidnapped in the deadly October 7, 2023 attack by Hamas, in Jerusalem, January 23, 2025.

The house blossoms on Tu Bishvat: How green can change your life?

Studies show that adding plants at home reduces anxiety, boosts focus, and improves well-being.

 Mahjong seating set by Roche Bobois is available at Pitaro Hecht

Neuroscientists record dying brain activity, suggesting a replay of life memories

Dr. Zemmar's team observed gamma oscillations involved in memory retrieval just before and after cardiac arrest.

 New door to the exact moment of death': Neuroscientists record dying brain activity suggesting life memories replay. Illustration.

Study finds adults with ADHD may lose up to 9 years of life expectancy

Men lose up to 7 years, women up to 9 years compared to those without the disorder.

 Study finds adults with ADHD may lose up to 9 years of life expectancy. Ilustration.

What does Jewish law say about administering pain medications toward end of life?

Even if pain medications would incur a risk of hastening death, Jewish law permits – and even mandates – administering the therapies necessary to address the pain.

 View of medication. (Illustrative).