Tag: Jerusalem

Luxury tower in Jerusalem ruins its sacred heritage and eco-architects are worried

Critics of a new set of luxury towers including Israeli-Greek architect Elias Mesinas, warn that the scale of the towers, loss of public green space, and creeping luxury-led gentrification risk undermining Jerusalem’s historic skyline, community fabric, and long-standing planning principles — raising a fundamental question: not whether Jerusalem should densify, but how it can do so responsibly while preserving what makes the city unique.

Blackdot’s painless AI-based tattoos will make inked skin less taboo?

Blackdot’s AI-powered tattoo machine promises precision and less pain, but sparks debate over health risks, artistry, and spirituality. From religious prohibitions to smart tattoos, the future of ink is being rewritten by technology.

Battling the Blaze: Israel’s Wildfire Response

On a dry, windy afternoon in late April 2025, the hills west of Jerusalem ignited and burst into an...

How SPNI is Rewilding Cities and Rebuilding Resilience

In the heart of Jerusalem, a city often defined by its layers of stone, history, and conflict, a special,...

From the Ka and Ba to the Ka’bah – A Universal Path of Unity and Sustainability

Today, we’ll explore the intriguing connections between Ka and Ba from Egyptian mysticism, Merkabah mysticism in Kabbalah, and the Ka'bah in Saudi Arabia, and how these ancient ideas may hold valuable lessons for a sustainable future.

Making Jerusalem a Sustainable City

I personally coordinate a Center for Sustainability in the Ultra-Orthodox neighborhood of Romema. Most people would say that is quite unique because that population typically gets a bad rap when it comes to environmental friendliness and that is because the families are large, on average 7.7 children per household and they use a lot of ‘one-time-use’ dishware, therefore producing a large amount of non-recyclable waste.

Ancient nuns disguised as men: what we learn from their radical faith

In today’s world, sustainability isn’t just about saving the planet—it’s about living mindfully and intentionally. And while extreme self-denial might not be everyone’s cup of tea, the core message here is clear: sometimes, less really is more. Just like these ancient nuns and monks, we can find deeper meaning by living in alignment with nature and prioritizing spiritual growth over material gain.

All aboard the Techno, folk and sauna trains in the best subway and train experiences in the world

From lectures on trains to tech-savvy public transport hubs, here are creative ways that public transportation is evolving—many with an eco-conscious twist.

The Eucalyptus Cookbook by Moshe Basson – Our Review

Moshe Basson, chef, food historian and owner of the famous Eucalyptus restaurant in Jerusalem, has finally published his cookbook. Its title is, naturally, The Eucalyptus Cookbook. The foreword is by Claudia Roden, an international authority on the foods of the Middle East and the Mediterranean.

Ancient Chinese pottery in Jerusalem hints to the spring of creation

According to Jewish legend, in the first days of creation when water and land were separated, the world's first water, a spring gushed forth out of the center of Jerusalem. The water source is still accessible under the Western Wall, the original wall that surrounded the Jewish Holy Temple.

The Jewish mystical world and water

Judaism is rich with water symbolism and environmentalism spanning back centuries.

A Return to Zion period coin found with a rare shekel weight in the Judean Hills

An extremely rare 2,550 tear old coin discovered in the Judean Hills from a Return to Zion period when 50,000 exiled Jews returned to Israel from Persian empire.Â