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In first, coral reef in Gulf of Eilat turns white due to global warming

The coral reefs did not remain unaffected by the extreme heat wave experienced in the summer of 2024, and due to being unable to sweat, the corals chose to shed their vibrant colors; 'Although the resilience of Eilat's corals is exceptionally high on a global scale, it turns out that even they have a tipping point' expert says

Ilana Curiel | 11.06.24

2 northern Israeli factories struck in fresh rocket barrage from Lebanon

Buildings hit in Acre and Kiryat Bialik industrial zones; parked cars in Herzliya damaged by falling interception fragments after alerts issued for Tel Aviv, Nazareth regions; no injuries reported

Ynet | 10.23.24

Environmentalists map sea urchin population after plague

Disease wipes out most of the marine creatures in the Gulf of Eilat but their population grows in the Mediterranean, where they are an invasive species that endangers biodiversity

Ilana Curiel | 10.21.24

AirHaifa's first flight leaves from Ben Gurion Airport, instead of airport in north, due to war

New Israeli airlines operates first commercial flight from Tel Aviv to Eilat in line with wartime guidelines; first international flights set for middle of October

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 10.01.24

ספינת טילים יירטה כלי טיס בלתי מאויש שעשה את דרכו לשטח הארץ

Watch Israeli Navy intercept drone heading for Eilat

Islamic Resistance in Iraq, an organization made up of pro-Iranian militias, claimed responsibility for launching a UAV at a "vital target" in Eilat in video showing its launch and photo of Hassan Nasrallah

Ynet | 09.29.24

Attack on Eilat: UAV explodes in port, second drone intercepted; Watch the videos

Two people were slightly injured in the attack; Islamic Resistance in Iraq claims responsibility; Cable cars at Mount Hermon site hit by Hezbollah rockets 'There will be a need for massive and rapid rehabilitation'

Dan Raban | 09.25.24

Antibiotics and laxatives found in Gulf of Eilat corals, study finds

Drug residues found in significant amounts found in shallow waters at depths of 5 to 12 meters and in deep waters at 30 to 40 meters show that human activity is polluting even remote marine environments

Ynetnews | 09.12.24

Eilat's coral reef in danger of collapse, government report shows

Environmental Protection Ministry's monitoring report on developments in Eilat's Gulf demonstrates global warming and government policies continue to harm teetering coral reef

Ilana Curiel | 08.11.24

Watch: 20-foot-long whale shark sighted off Eilat

Local instructor recounts spotting rare marine mammal during freediving class, says experience left lasting impression on him

Ynet | 07.28.24

Neglecting Israel's periphery endangers public health in Israel

Opinion: Improving the health services in Israel's periphery is not just a moral and ethical mission, but also a Zionist one, made to attract entrepreneurs, foreign students, and investments in Israel's possible future Silicon Valley

Dr. Moshe Cohen | 07.27.24

Don’t expect dirt cheap flights to return after war, says Israeli airline executive

As flight ticket prices surge this summer, Arkia CEO Oz Berlowitz explains how the war has reshaped the tourism market and outlines the steps needed for his company to become Israel's second-largest airline after El Al

Navit Zomer | 07.18.24

The drones won't stop Eilat's nightlife: 'Dance, but don't forget October 7'

Recurring Eilat sirens strengthen Israelis' feeling of togetherness, their resolve to enjoy Eilat's nightlife and dance as the war goes on

Assaf Kamar | 07.05.24

התמונה של חוקר האלמוגים הישראלי זכתה באחת מתחרויות הצילום התת ימי הנחשב בעולם

Israeli researcher's stunning photo captures prestigious international award

Tel Aviv University's Dr. Tom Shlesinger says waited near corals in relative darkness to snap award-winning photo to avoid disturbing them, using 2 flashlights positioned above corals when right moment arrived

Ilana Curiel | 07.03.24

Watch: Brown surgeonfish dance in the Gulf of Eilat ending tragically

The spawning dance of hundreds of brown surgeonfish attracted by the warm waters to the Coral Reef Reserve in Israel's southern most city, is interrupted by unwelcome guests

Ynetnews | 07.02.24

From ghost town to jam-packed: Eilat sees summertime revival

Eilat has always been known as a city for tourists who love the beach, but the war led to many fewer visitors and the entire city almost came to a complete stop; Lately, however, Israelis and tourists from abroad are once again flocking to the seaside hotels and resorts

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 06.24.24