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Emotion over logic: How Israel can shift its public diplomacy online

Public diplomacy expert urges Israel to abandon 'cold logic' in public diplomacy, embracing Gen Z’s love for authentic, emotional storytelling on TikTok and Instagram

Daniela Ginzburg | 06.08.25

More than addiction: How screens and social media reshape our minds

Israeli expert warns digital overload in childhood rewires the brain; screen-induced attention loss, emotional gaps and physical decline linked to early device exposure

Daniela Ginzburg | 06.08.25

Crackdown on selfie tourism: Dream destination cuts ties with influencers

What began as a smart tourism strategy turned into a full-blown crisis: Balearic authorities shut the door on influencers as picture-perfect posts flood once-hidden gems with overwhelming crowds

Asaf Rozen | 05.28.25

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Social isolation is as bad for you as smoking, experts say

Physically, social ties can affect the cardiovascular, immune, and digestive systems. For instance, low levels of social support have been linked to elevated inflammation

Gal Perlman, Davidson Institute of Science | 05.16.25

עידן אלכסנדר בסטורי ראשון לאחר שחרורו משבי חמאס

Edan Alexander told his family about the horror of captivity: 'Every moment could have been the last'

Freed hostages parents describe the hope and despair; A day after being released from Hamas captivity, Edan published his first story of freedom; Ichilov Hospital reported that his condition was 'generally stable'

Lihi Gordon | 05.13.25

Israeli couple ejected from Naples restaurant claims bias: ‘Experiencing antisemitism first-hand’

Gili Moses and her husband say were discussing Israel with diners when a Naples restaurant owner asked them to join an anti-Israel protest; they called her antisemitic, she ejected them; footage of the incident spread on Italian social media

Itamar Eichner | 05.05.25

‘May God burn Them’: Jerusalem wildfires prompt celebration, incitement on Palestinian and Arab social media

Wave of online posts praise wildfires near Jerusalem, with some users inciting arson and sharing instructions for setting fires

Einav Halabi | 04.30.25

How social media becomes a critical tool for preserving Israeli memory and spirit

Media platforms become battlefields of memory, narrative demanding a fight for the present and future of Israeli memory and heritage; we must craft a precise and consistent narrative, anchored in clear core values

Nili Goldberg | 04.30.25

תמיכה בעולם הערבי ברשתות לאחר תקיפת הכריש בחדרה

'Al-Qassam shark': Arab social media explodes after northern Israel shark attack

Images of the shark wearing a keffiyeh or the green Hamas headband appeared with caption 'the warrior in the Abu-shark force,' with tragic incident used as tool in the online anti-Israel campaign

LIor Ben Ari | 04.22.25

Finding digital balance: A new tool to help Israelis reclaim control over screen time

The 'Israeli Digital Balance Index' offers users insights into their tech habits’ impact on mental and social well-being; With personalized recommendations, the tool aims to foster healthier digital use, reduce stress and combat polarization in Israeli society

Ynet | 04.08.25

Musk says widespread cyberattack hits X platform

Everyone's asking, 'is twitter down?': The social media platform has been experiencing widespread issues throughout the day, with users across the globe reporting difficulties accessing the website and app

Daniela Ginzburg | 03.10.25

Scarlett Johansson furious over AI deepfake used in viral anti-Kanye clip

Johansson called AI-driven hate speech a growing threat, and urged US lawmakers to prioritize regulations before it’s too late. However, West was not named in her statement

Daniela Ginzburg | 02.12.25

Locations, pictures and operations: How IDF soldiers threaten their security online

New study reveals how troops unintentionally publish information that could endanger operations, expose locations and compromise personal security on social media

Raphael Kahan | 02.11.25

How the IDF cracks down on online incitement

Established after Oct. 7 massacre, counter-incitement unit tracks social media activity, flags suspicious Facebook accounts and employs legal experts to prosecute offenders; 'We're seeing impact, but there’s still a lot of work to do'

Elisha Ben Kimon | 01.29.25

The shift to positive social media: Is the answer coming from Israel?

As TikTok faces scrutiny in US, users and advertisers are gravitating toward platforms promoting healthier, more constructive online experiences; new Israeli app Dreemz gains traction for focus on personal growth, community and socially conscious engagement

Yuval Manzura‎ | 01.21.25

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