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Social media, overprotectiveness hinder children's mental growth, researcher says
NYU psychologist Jonathan Haidt argues that a global teen mental health crisis stems from overprotective parenting and the rise of smartphones; he warns that children lose vital play experiences, face mounting anxiety and depression, and risk entering adulthood unprepared
Nirit Tzuk | 08.24.25
עוקץ
No more emails about winning millions: The new emotional scams
With scams now polished, emotional and humanlike, even tech giants can’t keep pace; the greatest risk is to those least prepared—making vigilance, verification and digital literacy vital defenses
Omer Bachar | 08.13.25
צנזורה
Open code, closed governance: Will democracies survive the digital revolution?
Analysis: Democracy’s fate is now shaped by algorithms, code and data; though often seen as a threat, technology could be the key to restoring trust, boosting transparency and enabling effective, responsible governance
Major General (ret.) Boaz Gilad | 08.13.25
הפרסומים של אינאס הנייה
Slain Hamas leader's daughter-in-law, a tragic symbol of resistance or a five-star refugee?
Widowed daughter-in-law of slain Hamas political leader uses status to escape Gaza, launches luxury item busness and new marriage in Jordan while promoting Palestinian resistance; 'she's out of touch, privileged, and condescending,' critics in the Strip say
Einav Halabi | 07.29.25
מתבגרים ומסכים
Study: Israeli teens develop paralyzing addiction to sex, social media post Gaza war
Sweeping new study reveals sharp rise in addiction among Israeli teens since October 7, with boys turning to alcohol, sex and gaming, and girls to social media, binge eating and shopping—signs of a generation struggling to cope with war
Tamar Trabelsi-Hadad | 07.02.25
איסמעיל קאאני בהלוויה של עבאס נילפרושאן
Account claiming Mossad links denies Iran's Quds Force chief is Israeli spy
Mossad Farsi social media page rejects claims that Esmail Qaani was compromised, as IRGC commander reappears in Tehran after reports of his death; speculation had swirled since Nasrallah’s assassination and Israeli strikes on Iran
Itamar Eichner | 06.30.25
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Mysterious account on X, claiming ties to Mossad, offers telemedicine to Iranians
Mossad Farsi account offers specialists in a broad range of medical fields, posts telephone numbers in Israel, the Czech Republic and the Netherlands; tells Iranians the regime is not concerned about them
Itamar Eichner | 06.26.25
פעילה איראנית באירופה באחת מן ההפגנות נגד המשטר. ארכיון
Viral videos mock Tehran’s leaders, praise Israeli attacks: A rare look into social media in Iran
As Israeli strikes hit deep into Iran, opposition voices—both at home and abroad—are seizing the moment, as viral videos ridicule regime figures, praise Israeli action, and call for rebellion; With censorship failing, Iran’s digital underground may be the regime’s biggest threat yet
Effi Banay | 06.18.25
"טייסת הקרב שנפלה בשבי"
Fake missiles, phantom pilots and spoofed alerts: Israel’s war against Iranian fake news
From AI-generated videos to spoofed alerts and recycled footage, disinformation is flooding social media amid Israel’s conflict with Iran—fueling fear, distorting reality and turning public perception into a weapon of war
Israel Wullman | 06.17.25
פוסט ובו השוואה בין המיקוד הישראלי שמטרתו לפגוע בבכירים צבאיים, לבין המיקוד האיראני באוכלוסייה אזרחית
Millions of Iranians bypass internet censorship to follow Israel on social media
Despite heavy internet restrictions, Iranians are flocking to social media; record engagement shows Israeli messages are reaching them; 'The Iranian public wants to hear from us,' says Foreign Ministry
Itamar Eichner | 06.15.25
מסך טלפון
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
קאלו דס מורו, מיורקה
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
A group of young people enjoying a meal together
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
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