Music
Israel Police suspend rapper tied to Ben-Gvir over recordings claiming influence over officers
Eliasi’s firearm was confiscated following the decision, and the Police Internal Investigations Department opened a review of the information revealed in the report.
To hell and back: A political ballet for Israel’s age of war
Musical band Massive Attack members barred from Singapore after displaying Palestinian flag
Boy George's stand: Non-Jewish celebrities speaking up for Israel makes a difference - editorial
The BBC’s commitment to losing Eurovision is genuinely impressive - comment
What’s missing is the confidence to believe that an actual British song, written by actual British people, performed by an actual British artist, could win Eurovision.
From Wagner to Eurovision: The debate over Jews in music - opinion
A number of European countries have objected to Israel's participation in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest.
Arthur Rubinstein’s piano competition: A rich tale of two cities and one legacy
While the competition is traditionally held every 3 years in Tel Aviv, the 18th edition features a unique bifurcated structure due to ongoing security concerns in Israel.
Israel's Noam Bettan wins spot in Eurovision final at first semifinal
Bettan gave a dynamic, confident performance of the catchy song, surrounded by five female dancers, and it was selected as one of the 10 songs out of 15 that will advance to the final.
Winners for life 2026: 'Hasidut Be-Class' takes the stage in Jerusalem
A tribute concert at Sultan’s Pool in support of Israel’s emergency response system.
Michael Jackson biopic revives legend of Jewish music mogul who battled MTV’s ‘color barrier’
Walter Yetnikoff was one of the music industry’s most colorful figures, shepherding artists such as Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen and Gloria Estefan, in addition to Michael Jackson.
'Melodies of Hope': Days of Jewish Music festival dives into Jewish music’s diversity
Bar-Ilan’s Days of Jewish Music festival explores global Jewish sounds under the theme “Melodies of Hope.”
Cultural boycott surge: Israeli artists cut off from global stage after October 7
If artists are stifled and only one-sided rhetoric is allowed, the damage will extend far beyond Israel; it will impoverish cultural discourse worldwide.
Israel's Noam Bettan dazzles in second Eurovision rehearsal as FBI helps with security
At the same time, Austrian police said they were preparing for a week of heightened security both before and during the event.
Jerusalem highlights: May 1-7
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