Love

Tu B'Av love story: How two Jerusalem retirees found love after a lifetime apart

Barry Halpern, 90, and Rica Cuperman, 80, were not looking for romance when a chance dinner changed their lives and proved that love can arrive at any age.

AUGUST 1, 2026|ByGIL LEWINSKY

Barry Halpern & Rica Cuperman: Once upon a community coffee bar...

A flower shop owner is seen arranging roses for a customer on Tu B'Av, the Jewish holiday of love, in Jerusalem, on August 15, 2019.

Tu B’Av’s deeper meaning: Rebuilding Jewish connection beyond romance - opinion

Often called the “Jewish Valentine’s Day,” Tu B’Av offers a deeper message: breaking down barriers, strengthening relationships, and rebuilding Jewish belonging.

JULY 28, 2026|BySAMANTHA VINOKOR-MEINRATH

An ad for a global speed-dating event following Tu B'Av, July 27, 2026.

More than 10,000 Jewish singles set to take part in 'world's largest speed dating event'

"We are not just running an event. We are building a community, one date at a time," said one of the event's lead organizers.

JULY 28, 2026|ByARIELLA ROITMAN

Tomer and Leikie from Married at First Sight

The "Madonna–Whore" complex: When a man loves someone but is not attracted to her

Tomer from the reality television show Married at First Sight shared that he suffers from the "Madonna–Whore complex," and hundreds of thousands of viewers wondered what he meant.

JUNE 16, 2026|ByDORON KUPERSTEIN

How do singles prefer to celebrate Valentines Day?

A dating expert shares why different views on the holiday of love don’t have to be a red flag.

FEBRUARY 15, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

A young couple on a date at the restaurant.

Seventy years of love: A lifelong romance that still thrives

Seventy years after meeting in fifth grade, this Israeli couple's love story is still going strong.

FEBRUARY 14, 2025By AMOS SHALEV

AMOS AND MARGALIT participate in Fashion at Any Age: A Project at Mediterranean Towers. Says the writer: ‘Since the day we got married, I’ve made a point of telling Margalit, ‘I love you,’ at least twice a day.’

Ahead of Valentines Day: 76% of Israeli singles say pizza is their favorite meal

A new OkCupid and Papa John's survey reveals pizza's pivotal role in Israel's dating scene, with most singles naming it their favorite food – though eating it with utensils could be a deal-breaker.

FEBRUARY 14, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

A Valentine's Day campaign from Papa John's and OkCupid.

Sirens, sacrifice, and soulmates: An MDA love story

Two Israeli EMTs met saving lives, forging a bond through crisis and commitment. Now, as they prepare to marry, their love story proves that even in chaos, love can thrive.

FEBRUARY 14, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

We asked ChatGPT the secret to happiness - and were surprised by the answer

Happiness is personal, but GPT highlights social connections, gratitude, mindfulness, self-fulfillment, and passion for action as keys to satisfaction. It’s unique for each person.

JANUARY 19, 2025ByMAARIV ONLINE