Holon

Israel cannot afford to rely solely on theoretical doctorates

In an era driven by technology, artificial intelligence, and rapid innovation, Israel’s higher education system must expand beyond the traditional research PhD model.

Prof. Eduard Yakubov, president of the Holon Institute of Technology
ISRAEL FIRE AND RESCUE work at a building damaged by a fallen Iranian missile fragment in central Israel, March 8, 2026.

Amid Iran war, many Israel's seniors can't reach safety, and there is no plan to help - opinion

HIT's team headed by the President  Prof. Eduard Yakubov and Holon's Municipality team headed by Mayor Shai Keinan with the students

Where campus meets kindergarten: HIT and Holon Municipality bring STEM to young learners

A LEMON tree sapling, illegally brought to Israel.

Infected lemon tree discovered at Ben-Gurion, could destroy citrus industry


Israel's municipal elections: The big victories, shocking defeats and hottest races

Haifa heads to runoff race, Beersheba mayor runs unopposed • Incumbents win big, from Eilat to Tiberias through the West Bank

 Supporters seen during the municipal elections in Tel Aviv, February 27, 2024

Holon Mayor Moti Sasson ousted after 30 years in office

Holon Mayor Moti Sasson's tenure ends after 30 years that saw him carve out a legacy as a champion of the central city.

 From right to left: Prof. Adir Pridor, Chairman of HITS’s  Executive Committee, Pinchas (Pini) Cohen, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of HIT, Moti Sasson, Mayor of Holon, HIT President Professor Eduard Yakubov, and Shmuel Goldberg, HIT CEO.

Hapoel Tel Aviv claims slim derby conquest

Maccabi squanders late double-digit lead at Drive-In • Herzliya earns upset victory over Holon

 XAVIER MUNFORD caught fire in the fourth quarter for Hapoel Tel Aviv to propel the Reds past Maccabi Tel Aviv in a tight derby on Saturday night at Drive-In Arena.

Israel art roundup: Peace cages and a spectrum of lights

Art Roundup is a monthly glance at some of the finest art exhibitions and events currently shown across the country.

 ‘PEACE CAGE’ by Dov Or-Ner.

Oscar Wilde Bistro and Bar: A fantastic Irish pub in Holon, Israel - review

As it is named for the great master of aphorisms and probably the most quotable writer in the English language, I looked up what the divine Oscar had to say about food. Surprisingly little.

 Oscar Wilde Bar and Bistro, Holon

Holon man arrested for defrauding soldiers with false promise of army equipment

In one case, the suspect allegedly knew that the soldier he was defrauding was on his way to the funeral for a friend who had fallen in battle, and tried to scam him anyway. 

 An illustrative image of an Israel Police officer.

Tech students design equipment for IDF, emergency services

All of the items are developed in accordance with official operational requirements from the IDF.

 HIT student helps develop and produce equipment for the IDF and emergency services.

Holon playground waits for Israel's kidnapped children

In anticipation of the return of the 38 kidnapped kids, aged newborn to 18 years old, the Holon Municipality established a playground in the area of the Mediatheque Plaza.

 The new playground in front of Holon's Mediatheque dedicated to the child hostages in Gaza. Posters of the captive children are plastered against the building.

Museums and theaters open their doors during the ongoing war

More museums and theaters in Israel are opening their doors and offering special children's programming.

 THE TOWER of David Jerusalem Museum offers a variety of activities on-site and online

Five Israelis wounded in massive Hamas rocket barrage on Tel Aviv

A Tuesday afternoon barrage from the Gaza Strip was reportedly the largest in number aimed at Tel Aviv since the start of Operation Swords of Iron.

 Israelis are seen seeking shelter as rocket sirens sound in Tel Aviv, October 24, 2023