by Michael Wilkins | Mar 17, 2025 | News, Your Photos
The United States launched new airstrikes on Yemen, targeting Houthi-controlled areas in response to threats against international shipping, according to the Houthis’ Al Masirah TV. On Monday, strikes hit the Red Sea port city of Hodeidah and Al Jawf governorate,...
by Michael Wilkins | Jan 29, 2025 | News, Your Photos
Hundreds of ultra-Orthodox extremists blocked a major road in Jerusalem on Tuesday, protesting an event honoring Haredi soldiers. Demonstrators attempted to storm the venue but were repelled by law enforcement. Chanting “We’ll die and won’t enlist,” protesters...
by Michael Wilkins | Mar 3, 2024 | Your Photos
Hidden in the heart of Jerusalem lies a treasure trove of Byzantine mosaics, offering a glimpse into the rich history of the city. These intricate works of art, created by skilled craftsmen over a thousand years ago, have survived the ravages of time and remain a...
by Michael Wilkins | Mar 3, 2024 | Your Photos
The Kingdom of Jerusalem was a Crusader state established in 1099 CE after the First Crusade. It lasted for almost two centuries before being conquered by Muslim forces in 1291. Despite its relatively short existence, the Kingdom of Jerusalem left a lasting impact on...
by Michael Wilkins | Aug 15, 2023 | Your Photos
The U. Nahon Museum of Italian Jewish Art in Jerusalem is a hidden gem that offers visitors a unique glimpse into the rich traditions, customs, and history of Italian Jewry. Founded in 1983, the museum is named after Umberto Nahon, a prominent Italian Jewish art...
by Michael Wilkins | Aug 15, 2023 | Your Photos
The Friends of Zion Museum in Jerusalem is a unique museum that celebrates the contributions of non-Jewish individuals to the establishment of the State of Israel. Located in the historic Nahalat Shiv’a neighborhood of downtown Jerusalem, the museum presents a...
