Basel
Basel police block 'Death to Zionism' protest planned for 129th anniversary of Zionist Congress
The city where Theodor Herzl wrote "In Basel I founded the Jewish state" is set to see security preparations after police blocked a "Death to Zionism" protest.
Yuval Raphael is a symbol of Israel's astonishing resilience - editorial
We’re big in Europe: Why Israel won the Eurovision audience vote - analysis
Undercover agents, no-fly zones: Israel prepares for pro-Palestinian protests at Eurovision
Yuval Raphael advances in Eurovision predictions as protesters call for exclusion of Israel
Eurovision’s director has repeatedly responded to such calls, saying Eurovision is a contest between public broadcasters, not gov'ts.
Over 70 former Eurovision contestants call for Israel ban as Yuval Raphael has first rehearsal
The letter posted by the former participants contends that “Kan is complicit in Israel’s genocide against the Palestinians in Gaza."
'Being there is already a victory': Yuval Raphael meets Herzog ahead of Eurovision
"Your story is incredible, and every time I hear the song, my heart swells with pride," Herzog said
Starting at $245: Israir adds three new destinations for summer
Starting this coming April, Israir will add three new destinations to its flight schedule: Vilnius, Debrecen, and Basel (in June). Prices start at $245 for flights to Vilnius.
Michelle Hunziker to host Eurovision Song Contest 2025 with Hazel Brugger and Sandra Studer
The Eurovision Song Contest 2025 marks the 69th edition of the event and will be held at the St. Jakobshalle in Basel from May 13 to May 17.
Swiss choose Basel as host city for 2025 Eurovision Song Contest
The two Swiss cities were the final candidates chosen according to criteria that included transport connections, hotel capacity and security.
Basel Switzerland’s kosher chef mensch and menschette
While Basel was a hub of Jewish activity in the past, most recently only one kosher restaurant has survived.
Zionism: The beating heart of Jewish life for the past 125 years
I believe that the task of our generation is to keep walking on a third path, the golden path between the “melting pot” and “multiculturalism.”
Understanding the depth of Israel-Bashing one night in Basel
Like antisemitism in Theodor Herzl’s time, Israel-bashing is an existential threat to all Jews, including those who bash Israel themselves.
Grapevine September 10, 2022: Reform is in the air
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
