National Parks
One dead, two missing after boat with 19 aboard capsizes in San Francisco Bay, near Alcatraz
Of the 19 passengers, 13 were safely taken to shore, three were taken to the hospital, two remain missing, and one was killed along with a dog on board.
Trump administration removed dozens of national park exhibits that 'disparage' US
Yeruham to build NIS 6m lion-themed public playground
Migdal HaEmek opens city’s first birthday-themed playground
First-ever chimp count in Uganda's Bwindi park shows 426 specimens, a boost for conservation
The Uganda Wildlife Authority announced its findings on Tuesday, noting the data would also help make better "conservation investments" in the park.
Israeli archaeologists launch project to trace origins of ancient pottery
The project, launched by the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA), aims to trace the origin of thousands of ceramic vessels even when the kilns where they were fired have long vanished.
Endangered hope: Rare mountain gorilla twins born in war-ravaged Virunga National Park, Congo
The birth of the two male gorillas to a mother named Mafuko was discovered on January 3, and the twins "appeared to be in healthy condition at the time of the observation," Virunga Park reported.
WATCH: Flash flooding causes highways to close to and from Eilat
Police updated late on Saturday that Highway 90 and the northern entrance and exit to Eilat reopened, but the section of Highway 90 between the Arava Junction and Neve Zohar remained closed.
Israeli archaeologists uncover medieval sugar mills beneath Gan Hashlosha National Park
The study indicates that the tunnels likely channeled water to drive horizontal paddle wheels, which powered millstones used to crush sugarcane.
New website helps you plan a self-guided trip to northern Israel
This rich source of suggestions for family activities, hikes, and sightseeing includes details such as directions, admission fees, historical background, nearby attractions, and more.
Yellowstone’s volcanic activity could be shifting northeast, study finds
The basalt regions within the caldera are slowly shifting to the upper crust, where heat is being diffused northeast.
Finally embarking upon the great American road trip
I’ve always wanted to drive across the continent’s vastness, through its byroads and highways, down its country roads and over its bridges.
