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The official network hit parade reveals the five biggest hits that conquered the feed, from songs that sparked public outcry to surprise wedding performances.

New footage of 13-year-old North West alongside the family's personal stylist has sparked a wave of rumors and concerns, with users wondering why she is skipping her childhood years.

Adi Buzaglo decided not to let the harsh criticism slide and recruited her community of followers to fight for her and Asi's reputation.

The Ministry of Health publishes new recommendations for dealing with increasing usage: no screens until age two, smartphone only from age 13, and social media from age 15. Moshe Bar Siman-Tov: "A critical impact on public health, mental health, and health in general."

The pop star is causing a stir by removing her last name from all official accounts. Alongside preparations for her tenth album, the singer is also dealing with deep grief following the passing of her godmother, Dolly Parton.

During a performance, stand-up comedian Shahar Hasson compared an audience member to the controversial right-wing activist Mordechai David. However, the story did not end there: David shared the clip on social media with a particularly worrying message for the comedian.

The former head of the Shin Bet is advising SpringAI, a Tel Aviv-based digital intelligence startup that develops tools to identify political influence attempts online. The scope of the consulting, its start date, and terms are unknown. The company is linked to the BNF technology group of Brigadier General (res.) Rami Ben-Efraim.

In a series of videos, American rapper Doja Cat opened up about dealing with online negativity, accusations of being "satanic," and her past battle with cocaine and alcohol addiction.

At the beginning of the year, former children's channel star Liat Ahiron published a candid post about her financial situation, in which she wrote, "I need money to live." In an interview, Sheki Ahiron, Liat's mother, said that some of the reactions that followed were harsh: "They did not understand her intention."

Donna Mills, the legendary villain from "Knots Landing," is conquering the adult content platform at age 85. The veteran actress has already brought in hundreds of thousands of dollars in a month — and is now responding to the subscribers' strange requests.

How much is a campaign for an account with 100,000 followers worth, and how have opinion leaders become business partners earning commissions on every sale? The data behind the industry is revealed.

The new label will clarify that it is a character created by artificial intelligence and not a real person. Accounts that do not use it may suffer a reduction in reach.

Turku Avci spoke out in defense of Israel after October 7 and was accused of "insulting President Erdogan." Now she cannot return to her homeland or communicate with her family, and is requesting legal status in Israel: "I have nowhere else to go."

Squishy toys have become one of the most prominent trends in the US market in 2026. Sales of these soft, flexible products reached approximately $297 million through June, marking a fourfold increase compared to the same period last year.

Israeli society suffers from constant pressure, the public fuse is short, and the discourse on the street has become aggressive - and the youth are the first to absorb and translate this into actions. From the cruel trap that awaited 14-year-old Emily in Ashdod, to the "scooter gangs" and the testimonies of those who were there: a journey into the virtual arena of teenagers.

Following a historic settlement, Meta is shifting the narrative by calling on YouTube and TikTok to strengthen adolescent protections. The company is positioning itself as a leader in user safety despite widespread skepticism.

Dozens of "rabbi" accounts created using artificial intelligence have amassed millions of followers and, under the guise of life advice, are spreading ancient antisemitic stereotypes. The fake characters supposedly present "insider secrets" about money and power, thus turning old lies into effective propaganda in the social media era.

A British Cabinet Office official is under internal investigation after sharing Instagram posts lamenting that the legendary country singer passed away instead of the Israeli Prime Minister. Other posts shared by the official included comparisons between the singer's age and that of the State of Israel.

A suspicious square bulge under the US President's suit has sparked an online storm. Alongside theories about unapproved medical equipment, a senior cardiologist warns that the 80-year-old "does not look good" and demands immediate disclosure of data.

Rumors about a crisis in the life of Haredi internet star Avishag Salomon have caused a stir online. She chose to respond herself and asked to stop the discourse: "Rosh Hashanah is approaching, let's choose a little more love, respect, and mercy."

Dozens of fake profiles, AI-generated images, and hundreds of tweets in one hour: a study reveals an aggressive influence campaign against the establishment of the new party by the esteemed officer.

The storm over celebrity weddings on social media is escalating: the pastry chef and internet star did not remain silent and responded with a sharp attack against Daniel Amit's statements, precisely on the day of her own wedding.

It is easy to laugh at young people who measure themselves in the mirror and try to improve every detail of their appearance, but perhaps they are simply playing by the rules the world has taught them. Perhaps they are the result, not the cause — an entire generation grew up in front of filters, algorithms, influencers, and photos of celebrities that have been retouched and edited, and received...

About 1.8 million users joined a Facebook group in less than two weeks, turning the fictional cartoon city into a satirical reflection of Egyptian reality. Users are protesting the cost of living and social issues through the show's characters. Security officials are examining the identities of the administrators, and the group's activity has been temporarily suspended.

Meta has reached an $18 billion settlement in a massive lawsuit brought by 29 US states over claims that its platforms were designed to cause addiction among young users. The payment will be spread over 10 years.

Meta has agreed to pay up to $18 billion as part of a settlement in a massive lawsuit filed against it by 29 US states, alleging that the company violated the privacy of young users and integrated addictive features.

Nine years after the shutdown of Vine, the Divine app offers six-second looped videos. Launched on August 20, the service has already gained over 100,000 users and restored approximately 170,000 archived clips.

Meta is discussing a potential settlement in a major lawsuit filed by 29 US states alleging the company designed its platforms to be addictive to teens. According to Meta's own analysis, the total fines could reach $1.4 trillion.

A moving video posted by user Daniel Messer has captured the internet. The footage shows groom Amit Alkobi lifting the hall's cleaner onto his shoulders after she came to clean a spill, choosing to share his joy with her.

The Channel 12 legal correspondent is taking decisive action to protect his reputation and family by suing a social media activist who repeatedly targeted him with insults and defamatory claims.

Tomi, the Shiba Inu from the "Tomi does things" page, followed by thousands of people, passed away at the age of 15 and a half. Moments before the farewell, after he could barely walk, he got up for one last walk. His owner, Ron Shor, shares: "The moment I posted that we said goodbye to Tomi, I received countless messages and calls. I was surprised to discover how many people remembered him."

He is considered one of the most respected actors in Hollywood, but now he reveals the different reality behind the scenes, the secret account, and the despair that makes him want to escape the industry.

A new report reveals huge gaps in how major social networks handle the wave of online hate, and identifies the platform that showed the worst enforcement data of all.

Hadar Hertz began uploading ideas she learned in Torah seminaries to the network, and discovered that the messages reach far beyond the audience she expected. She tells about the community that was created, the decision not to expose her personal life almost at all, and the messages that remind her why she continues.

The internet star who has come a long way looks back at the stormy days, reveals the dramatic decision she made in the operating room, and explains why she decided not to have more children.

The Prime Minister decided to bypass the media and reached out directly to his Instagram followers with an unusual request for direct messages. These are the details behind the move that is stirring up the political system and the public.

An Israeli tourist refused to pay a nominal fee for a photo in a transparent kayak at a popular cafe in Ho Chi Minh City, demanded that staff and passersby take her picture for free, and claimed that the refusal to help her was due to her Israeli identity. The entire incident was documented and led to a sharp attack on social media: "The lack of shame, that's what always surprises me."

LinkedIn has introduced a new button to combat generic AI-generated content. Within weeks, over a million users have utilized the feature to clean their feeds of "AI slop."

Bilibili is relaunching its international app, removing the requirement to identify with a passport, and recruiting employees worldwide. The goal is clear: to bring in creators and viewers from the West - and enter an arena where YouTube is already facing increasing competition.

Unit 105 of Lahav 433 is investigating a resident of central Israel in his 40s, suspected of committing serious offenses, including rape of a minor, indecent acts, and sexual harassment. The investigation began following a report from a 12-year-old girl, leading to the suspect's arrest and the extension of his detention by the Rishon LeZion Magistrate's Court.

Yael Bar Zohar decided to share with her followers the less glamorous moments of her life, revealing the distress and anxiety she has been experiencing lately and how she chose to deal with them this morning.

Asaf Gothelf has turned the Kaplan protests, as well as Hadar Muchtar and Mordechai David, into raw material for videos that reach hundreds of thousands of views. Now he talks about the line between trolling and agenda, about the threats he receives from both sides, and about the price of exposure: "I am holding up a mirror to the right and the left."

Aryna Sabalenka continues to face criticism from fans on social media. According to some fans, the Belarusian tennis star spends too much time on lifestyle content, sponsorships, and social media — and too little time training. The criticism comes at a time when her results on the court are inconsistent.

Arizona State University has launched a bachelor's degree in content creation, including studies in podcasting, studio production, and on-camera performance. Critics question the value of such a degree, while industry professionals argue that it may provide useful skills in the fields of communications and marketing.

Prof. Nitzan Pekin, Deputy Director of the Center for Cyber Law and Policy at the University of Haifa, explained the lawsuit against Meta, which centers on the question of whether the company used data it collected on minors to design its products and increase screen time.

In an era where every person has a smartphone with a camera, shooting, an explosive device, or arson no longer remain at the scene of the event, but are documented and distributed rapidly with the goal of reaching audiences far wider than the direct victims, to increase terror among the public, and to recruit new activists.

In a special video she uploaded to the web, the young woman reveals the radical step she has taken upon herself, and explains why she decided to set strict boundaries in her relationships.

The political commentator for Channel 12 News did not hold back after a user, who claimed to be his neighbor, spoke about his personal life and revealed that he saw him "stuck" with his children at the playground. Segal did not like it and fired back a barrage of harsh insults.

While the world is tightening regulation and 29 states in the US are suing Meta for harming teenagers, a rare consensus is recorded in Israel: 81.6% of the public demand legislation to regulate social networks, and about half of the citizens place child protection at the top of their priorities. Adv. Yehudit Pintov, a senior research fellow at the Brandeis Institute, tells mako: "In the world...

The Jerusalem Magistrate's Court ruled in favor of Shikma Bressler, determining that social media posts by Panya Michaeli constituted libel. The defendant must pay compensation and remove the defamatory content.