Most of us know the word ‘סקר’, or poll in English, from the countless rounds of elections here in Israel. But where did this word come...

Since Israel was established, state-funded ulpanim (and private ones) offer rushed, intensive courses where new immigrants of foreign...

Hiyush (היוש) is a modern greeting taking Israel by storm. Where did it come from, and how did it come to be so commonplace? Move over,...