Israel News 19/03/2010

One of the most moving experiences for Christians is to celebrate Christmas in Bethlehem, the city where Jesus was born. In recent years the city of Bethlehem has been forced to confront political unrest,violence during the second intifada, Islamic extremist groups infiltrating into the city and severe economic problems. Infolive.tv visited the city and met with residents preparing to celebrate the holiday.12/18/08

The Shrine of the Book, at the Israel Museum, hosts one of the most valued treasures of the Jewish People: the Dead Sea Scrolls. Two thousand years after they were written by members of the sect of the Essenes, the Dead Sea Scrolls were found here in Qumran, located in the Judean Desert, north of the Dead Sea. Infolive.tv visited Qumran and brings you the story.12/16/08

The New Testament is full of stories of fishermen, boats and the sea. That is why in 1986 a remarkable discovery of historical and religious significance took place when two brothers found on the shores of the Sea of Galilee a well preserved fisherman's boat dating back to more than 2000 years ago that could have been used by Jesus. 12/15/08

Capernaum the Greek translation of the Hebrew name Kfar Nahum is the site where according to the New Testament Jesus and several of his apostles lived. Today the site is a complex of ruins visited by tourists and pilgrims. With Christmas approaching, Infolive.tv visited Capernaum to bring our viewers the images.12/08/08

With Christmas approaching Infolive.tv brings you the first of a series of reports on Christian sites in the Galilee. The Yardenit baptism site is located at the southern exit of the Sea of Galilee. 12/01/08

An incredible experience for all ages, swimming with the dolphins in Eilat. Don your wet suits and descend into the blue depths, and play with the dolphins in the incredible underwater playground. 10/22/08

While hundreds of visitors in Eilat spend their days building up a sun tan and soaking in the rays, many are unaware of a unique photo exhibition taking place meters away in the depths of the sea. Marine photographer Noam Kortler says it is the most natural place to exhibit his photographs.10/22/08

Thousands of Christian supporters of Israel from over 100 countries gathered in Jerusalem on Saturday night to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles. The festival, was sponsored by Malcolm Hedding President of the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem with assistance from the Ministry of Tourism.10/19/08

Thousands of Christian supporters from all over the world join Israelis on the annual Succot parade on Wednesday, filling Jerusalem's streets with an array of color and song. Infolive.tv brings you the sounds, sights and comments from parade participants, all of whom expressed staunch support for the Jewish people and the State of Israel. 10/16/08

Gone are the days where passengers were forced to take off their shoes for a security check at airports. At Israel's Ben Gurion airport the Magshoe step on scanner has been introduced sparing travellers the nuisance of removing their shoes. The scanner takes about two seconds to determine whether a passenger's footwear contains a suspicious object.10/15/08

The moon rises over Jerusalem as darkness gently envelopes the ancient stones of the Old City. Suddenly, a blaze of light and sound erupts - painting Jerusalem’s historic Citadel in breathtaking colors and images. Welcome to “The Night Spectacular” - Jerusalem’s new state-of-the art sound and light show. 10/12/08

Newly appointed Minister of Tourism Ruhama Avraham Balila has big plans for boosting the nation's tourism and is aiming to bring a record 5 million tourists to Israel by 2012. 10/02/08

Caesarea has recently become the site of the world's first underwater museum, where 36 points of interest on four marked underwater trails through the ancient harbor can be explored by divers equipped with waterproof maps. A popular destination for tourists who throng to the shops and galleries, Caesarea is also home to the rich and famous including opposition leader Binyamin Netanyahu and Russian millionaire Arcady Gaydemak.09.23.08

For the fourth year in a row, beer is up for celebration in Jerusalem. As the summer winds down, it is once again time for Israelis of all ages to come and participate in Jerusalem’s annual Beer Festival, where one can discover over 50 different types of beer from all over the world. The festival which lasts for two nights, is attended by thousands of visitors. Infolive.tv was on the scene to taste the celebration first-hand. 08/28/08

To reach the top of the world one would need to be an expert mountaineer, be willing to risk one’s life and be able muster almost superhuman strength. To reach the lowest place on earth, however, one only needs to be ready to enjoy sunshine, good weather and floating in the salty waters of the Dead Sea.08/25/08