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From Israel’s busiest and largest synagogues to ancient Torah scrolls, unusual architecture, and a synagogue brought from Italy to Jerusalem, discover the remarkable stories behind Jewish houses of prayer

What neuroscience and Jewish wisdom teach us about painful memories, past mistakes, and finding new meaning in the broken pieces of our lives

Just days before the world’s most famous ship sank into the Atlantic, one of its passengers wrote a personal letter describing everyday life on board. Now the letter is headed to auction in London, where it’s expected to sell for tens of thousands of pounds.

Researchers uncover dramatic evidence that the Mediterranean may have been rapidly flooded by one of the largest megafloods in Earth's history, challenging long-held assumptions about slow geological processes and reigniting interest in ancient historical traditions

Hidden in Yemen's Hadramaut Valley, Shibam is a living city where ancient skyscrapers, narrow alleyways, and centuries of history still thrive.

In 1938, China breached the Yellow River's dikes to slow the advancing Japanese army, triggering one of the deadliest man-made disasters in history.

Gabriel Zisman's secret remained hidden for years. Behind the identity of an IDF officer was a former Waffen SS soldier with a remarkable story.

A fascinating look at the isolated compound that terrified residents for decades and the doctors who changed its story forever.

A century passes, a forgotten book resurfaces. These incredible true stories of overdue library books reveal surprising endings decades later.

Scientific discoveries and ancient insights reveal how plants respond to their environment, from sensing danger to reacting to sound and human attention

Discover the six key conditions that make animal domestication possible, why donkeys became one of the earliest domesticated animals, and why zebras remain wild despite their similarity

Hidden for centuries, Isaac Newton’s personal theological notes reveal a startling prophecy about the year 2060 and the future of the world

Learn how head lice spread, why they are common in children, how quickly they reproduce, and the most effective ways to remove lice and eggs safely

Saturn’s rings are one of the most breathtaking sights in space. Discover what they are made of, how they formed, and why they continue to amaze scientists.

An intriguing rabbinic text suggests knowledge of lightning protection long before Franklin’s famous discovery

The menorah, the Ark, and other sacred vessels were made of gold. Discover what makes gold so unique and why it has been treasured for thousands of years.

A wealthy Jewish philanthropist founded a free school to uplift poor children, but modern influences slowly pushed Torah aside.

A forgotten Jewish community once thrived in China. One of its members rose to high rank and used his influence to protect his people.

Yerachmiel Plezenshtein survived brutal battles and earned the Soviet Union’s highest medal, only to give it up years later for the chance to reach the Land of Israel.