Weekend
Akotika: A seaside escape blending authentic charm and gourmet kosher cuisine
Escape to Akotika in Acre’s Old City, where historic charm meets luxury. Enjoy stunning sea views, unique kosher Arab dishes, and a peaceful adults-only atmosphere.
Popular beers and weekend drink recommendations
Radical wine festival
Mango, papaya, and beer: Weekend drink recommendations
MK Ze'ev Elkin: Having Sundays off is ‘inevitable’
Likud MK says country will eventually have a five-day work week, even if current efforts to enact a longer weekend are unsuccessful.
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This week sees the return of The Congos, a band that has been known mostly for its album Heart of the Congos, released in 1977.
April 22: Show real freedom
The president should have opened the gates of freedom to Jonathan Pollard, thereby symbolizing the exodus and acquiescing to the pleas of many powerful legislators.
This country really needs a real weekend
Relaxation, recreation, and spirituality fulfill different needs in a person, and Israelis mustn’t be forced to choose between them.
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Balkan beats and Megadeth hard metal both bring the crowds this week, while a Pessah festival for Anglos will delight Jerusalem theater-goers.
Shalom presents long-weekend plan to business leaders
Deputy PM says moving weekend to Saturday and Sunday will bring Israel in line with world markets, have a positive social impact.
Shalom plans meetings to draft long-weekend coalition
Deputy Prime Minister hopes to extend weekends to Sunday, says plan will energize workers and help coordinate international business.
Will Sunday become part of the Israeli weekend?
Vice Premier Shalom decides to launch a campaign on issue; says move "would cause a revolution" as people will receive more leisure, rest time.
Out & About: Top 10 things to do
From movies to theater to festivals to restaurants: What could you be up to this week.
On the scene
The two-week Curtain Up dance festival in Tel Aviv debuts 12 new pieces.