Family

Following DNA trails, a Jewish family shattered by the Holocaust discovers its lost branches

DISAPORA AFFAIRS: A DNA test revealed more than 50 relatives Adrianna Turk never knew existed, breaking decades of Holocaust silence and bringing her to Jerusalem to meet family she thought was lost.

FAMILY FOUND: Raanan Gidron welcomes his newly-discovered second cousin, Adrianna Turk, to Israel. After believing much of her family had been wiped out in the Holocaust, a DNA search revealed over 50 relatives scattered around the world.
Early legal counsel prevents costly mistakes and protects your family's future.

When family and law intersect: When is it recommended to consult a family law attorney?

A Summer Camp for One Family.

The best end-of-summer events across Israel

 An IDF reservist kisses his child before boarding the bus, in Jerusalem, May 2025.

After months apart on reserve duty, married Israeli couples face a new challenge at home


End of summer vacation: Last-minute family outings in Jerusalem

From air-conditioned exhibits to outdoor festivals, here is how to wrap up August with the kids in the capital - whether you are looking for paid events or free fun.

The aqueduct at Armon Hanatziv, City of David | Photo:The aqueduct at Armon Hanatziv, City of David.

Three million flowers: The exhibition transforming Tel Aviv into a fairytale world

After drawing over 150,000 visitors, the FLOWERS exhibition returns to Expo Tel Aviv with giant displays, planets, and millions of blooms.

Around 50 of Israel’s leading floral designers worked for weeks. The “Journey Between Worlds – FLOWERS” exhibition.

Heatwave leaves no choice: Indoor air-conditioned attractions for the summer vacation

Severe heatwave sends families to air-conditioned fun in Netanya, Rishon Lezion, Kfar Saba, Ra'anana, Petah Tikva, and Hod Hasharon: Cinema, circus, and sports.

Family, illustration.

Jerusalem’s Jewish Quarter offers family ticket to six heritage sites for NIS 160

A new project invites families to explore the Jewish Quarter of Jerusalem's Old City and visit six of the area's key heritage sites.

Six major heritage sites in one ticket. The Jewish Quarter in the Old City of Jerusalem

First circus city opens in Israel, combining ninja, water, and extreme attractions

A new venue in Petah Tikva merges a 360-degree international circus show with ninja courses, extreme inflatables, water and foam zones, and interactive workshops.

All the action in one place. Circo Land by Florentin Circus

Thank you, Jorge: The father who sacrificed everything to create the greatest of all time

Emigrating to Spain, personal sacrifices, and neighborhood drills: The story of Jorge Messi, who helped create football's greatest phenomenon ever.

They leaned on each other in the small apartment near Camp Nou. Jorge and Leo.

North awakens: 7,000 attend opening of Summer Festival in the Galilee

Osher Cohen and Noam Kleinstein opened the northern festival as Itay Levi performed in Merom Hagalil. Dozens of events will take place over 3 weeks.

Yalla Galil Festival.

Heading to Eilat with the kids? Five stops to upgrade your vacation

Kids losing patience? Instead of a gas stop, try 5 places on the way to Eilat where you can burn energy, eat, and arrive at your destination relaxed.

Children on a road trip.

Do reserve duties break up families? The data breaking the stigma

National Insurance Institute data shows that the divorce rate among reservists does not exceed the national average.

IDF reservists

How much does August cost for a family with three children?

In a regular school month, child-related expenses reach about NIS 8,600; in August, they can climb to roughly NIS 17,300.

How much does August cost for a family with three children?