Marathon

Outrage after man dressed as Hitler, standing on Israeli flag, salutes Boston Marathon runners

Israeli Consul to New England Benjamin Sharoni said that the incident was an attempt to intimidate Jewish runners, adding that the incident "must be condemned without reservation."

 Runners cross the finish line during the 130th Boston Marathon on April 20, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts.
Runners make their way uphill toward Jaffa Gate, passing beneath the Tower of David’s iconic walls.

A city back on its feet after a month of war: The 2026 Jerusalem Marathon experience

Thousands of runners take part in the annual marathon in Jerusalem, April 4, 2025.

Jerusalem Marathon's full race canceled due to weather conditions

CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR Gavin Newsom attends the inauguration of new installations at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center as part of the prison’s transformation plan, in San Quentin, California, US, February 20, 2026.

Grapevine, March 20, 2026: A legislative battle against Jews


Jews, Christians to read Isaiah's prophecies together this week

Participants will each read a chapter from the Book of Isaiah, the main character who prophesied the destruction of Babylon and the return of the Jewish people to Israel.

Then-Canadian prime minister Stephen Harper (right) looks at a Bible with Western Wall Rabbi Shmuel Rabinowitz, 2014

Runners race to the top of Mt. Hermon in annual challenge

The race ends at the top of Mount Hermon, 2040m above sea level, by the upper cable car station and overlooking the scenic path below.

Hermon Challenges 2021 takes off.

How a running calendar signifies health, happiness and looking forward

RUNNING UPHILL: I’ve been running since I was in high school. The sport has become an addiction, like writing or Coke Zero or quality red wine.

TAKING PART in the 2019 International Bible Marathon.

Cross-country 'volcano' marathon in Golan Heights set to take place

The running track is covered by layers of basalt due to volcanoes that that were active 100,000 years ago.

Marathon runners.

Tel Aviv marathon turns digital due to coronavirus restrictions

Runners from several more countries, such as the UAE, the United States, United Kingdom, Russia, Netherlands, Brazil, and Italy, are now able to participate in the event.

Tel Aviv Marathon 2020

New format announced for Tel Aviv marathon due to coronavirus

Multiple routes and tracking app to be used on February 19 amid pandemic, with motto of ‘All running together separately’

IN A creative nod to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Tel Aviv Marathon will take place this month, albeit with a modified format and all participants being registered via a newly unveiled app.

A British 11-year old will walk 26 miles to save other children's hearts

Amelie's goal: 60,000 steps for 60,000 heartbeats.

Amelie Anderson

This week in Jerusalem; A round-up of city affairs

What has been going on in Israel's capital this week.

Jerusalem Marathon runners run past the Jerusalem's Old City walls, March 15th, 2019

Jerusalem cancels 2020 marathon

The Jerusalem Marathon hosts approximately 35,000 participants from Israel and abroad and is a world renowned sporting event.

Jerusalem Marathon runners run past the Jerusalem's Old City walls, March 15th, 2019

French-Jewish marathoner runs the entire race on his 7-yard-long balcony

Nochomovitz, a participant in 36 previous marathons, completed the balcony run on March 17 in 6 hours, 48 minutes

Elisha Nochomovitz stands on his balcony in Balma, France, March 2020.