Yoni Kempinski

French Kids Get a Warm Welcome in Summer Camps

Bnei Akiva launches volunteer summer camps to help new immigrant Jewish families from France adjust easier to their new home.

Young Jewish Entrepreneurs Connect to Heritage

Dozens of young Jewish social entrepreneurs visit Israel, courtesy of the Schusterman Foundation’s REALITY program.

New Scrolls for 90-Year-Old Tel Aviv Synagogue

Tel Aviv's Great Synagogue celebrates its 90th birthday with the introduction of four new Torah scrolls.

Watch: Glider Raises Tel Aviv Shabbat Observance

Director of Chabad Tel Aviv explains how this Saturday's major construction desecration of Shabbat signals that outreach is key.

Hotels Still Recovering from Protective Edge

Avi Dor of the Prima Hotels chain explains the difficulties Israeli hotels have faced in the past year, and how to solve them.

Listen: Gush Katif Ballad Paves Way to Debut Album

Hanan Ben-Ari, nephew of nationalist ex-MK, has conquered radio with Jewish groove - third new single recalls his days in the expulsion.

Watch: Never Too Late to Make Aliyah

Felix and Feige Bandos are 94 and 90 years old - and have started a new life in Israel.

Saving the Mediterranean Fish Population

Just three changes to the fishing industry could make a world of difference for the environment, one activist tells Arutz Sheva.

'Sabena' to Relive Historic IDF Rescue of Plane

Forty three years after the successful IDF raid and rescue of a hijacked plane, a new film will relive a heroic event in Israeli history.

Arutz Sheva Exclusive

Actor Playing Hijacker: He Was No 'Terrorist'

Israeli Arab actor at premier of 'Sabena' says Black September hijacker who threatened to murder passengers was 'fighter' for 'stolen' land.

Rabbi: Conversion Panel to Prevent Intermarriage

Rabbi David Stav, head of Tzohar, notes that independent conversion committee will strengthen Israeli Jews by preventing assimilation.

Watch: Comedians Combat BDS Through Humor

Special project from Noam Jacobson and Gady Weissbart, of Latma and Kalabat Shabat fame, to bring Israel issues to comedy.

Watch: Succeeding Academically, Saving Israel

Dean of yeshiva high school in Petah Tikva tells Arutz Sheva about the balance that has religious schools comprising half of 'best' schools.

J'lem Grandparents Teach How to Play 'Old-School'

Housing project holds special event for 200 elderly residents, bringing their grandchildren and great-grandchildren for classic games.

'The Best Tip for Olim is To Let Israel be Israel'

Arutz Sheva meets the Penrod family who made aliyah to Israel with Nefesh B'Nefesh.

Children with Cancer Enjoy a Day of Parachuting

Arutz Sheva joins families who have children dealing with cancer for a special day of fun courtesy of Ezer Mitzion.

Crown Heights Jews Campaign to Block Iran Deal

Banners hung in 3rd largest Jewish district in US, over 1,000 calls flood congresswoman's office in push to block Iran's march to the bomb.

'The Terrorist Tried to Get Out; I Shot Him'

Lt. Daniel Elbaz recounts the car attack on him and his men and how he ended it. Two of his men are seriously wounded.

Yossi Dagan, New Samaria Regional Council Head

Acting council head wins by wide margin in special elections, Science Minister Danon congratulates victory of 'Zionist enterprise.'

Civil Administration Demolishes Home in Eli

Community of Eli lashes back at Peace Now over the destruction, noting the extreme leftist group's opposition has helped the town develop.

Tzohar Rabbis Visit Arson Victims

Special interfaith delegation unites to condemn arson attack in Duma and commit to preventing future attacks.

Unique Anniversary: Bike Ride from UK to Israel

To mark 30 years of marriage, one intrepid UK biker pedaled 2,900 kilometers to raise money for a Netanya hospital.

New French Israelis Urge: Make Aliyah With Joy!

Arutz Sheva speaks with new immigrants from special charter flight as they get Israeli IDs, and learns why they made the 'big step.'

Maccabee B-Ball Greats in Tribute Game

Basketball pros from the “glory days” of Maccabee Tel Aviv took the court in a tribute to Eyal Yifrah, Gilad Sha'er and Naftali Frenkel.

You Can't Label Settlement Products Made in Israel

EU's Lars Faaborg-Andersen says the EU opposes boycotts of Israel - but can understand why they happen.

Shaked Sets Taskforce to 'Show High Court the Way'

Justice Minister forms legal team to ease construction in Judea-Samaria. 'We must ensure [demolitions] never happen again.'

'I'm counting down the days'

Esther Pollard Speaks After Jonathan's Release Set

Pollard relieved, tearful that the thirty-year ordeal is finally coming to an end.

'Sooner or Later All Jews Will be in Israel'

Rabbi Goodman of Orot College tells Arutz Sheva about the mission facing young religious Zionist emissaries being sent around the world.

'I Felt Something Was Missing'

Aviva Leidner and Deenah Katz, who made aliyah with Nefesh B'Nefesh, explain why they wanted to live in Israel.

From Dumping Corpses in Ukraine to the Holy Land

Hundreds of Ukrainian Jews arrive in Israel out of the war zone; Arutz Sheva finds out the horrors they went through.

'Israel Advocacy Requires Strong Jewish Identity'

At sendoff for religious-Zionist emissaries to Diaspora, Naftali Bennett says fight for Jewish identity key in saving world Jewry.

16 Years of Dialogue on Tisha B'Av Night

Unity event celebrates 16 years of bringing Israelis together - but organizer says there's a long way to go to true unity.

Watch: Youth Movements Unite for Tisha B'Av

They couldn't be more different, but last night members of Bnei Akiva and HaNoar HaOved VeHalomed proved it is possible to 'rise above' it.

Special Feature

Remembering Ten Years Since the Disengagement

Arutz Sheva speaks with Gush Katif activists on 10th anniversary of the expulsion - the time that has passed and the challenges that remain.

Watch: Celebrating Joining the Jewish Nation

Converts from France, who spent their final year of study at the seminary in Yakir, completed the process in a moving ceremony.

Watch: Anglo IDF Recruits Bridge Army and Torah

Arutz Sheva speaks to Israel's newest soldiers Tuesday as they leave the yeshiva world for the military.

Watch: Retail Chains Unite to Defend the Sabbath

Shabbat is in danger; new coalition of businesses is fighting to ensure the day of rest does not get corrupted into being a weekday.

From USA to Israel - A Farewell of Tears and Pride

23-year-old Adam Wachs chose to leave behind the good life in Philadelphia and move to Israel. His father: "We couldn't be more proud."

From Canada to the Judean Hills

Azriel Dror from Canada converted to Judaism from Christianity and made aliyah because Israel is "where every Jew needs to be."

One Year Later: Commander Recalls Protective Edge

Overlooking Gaza, Lt. Col. Aviram Ring recounts special "spirit" and unity of reserved forces, like 'fingers closing into one fist.'