TikTok
Israeli-media coverage mentioning TikTok, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
IDF recruitment festival video sparks outrage over beauty station and soldier conduct
A deleted TikTok video from an IDF recruitment festival showing a manicure and gel-polish station sparked widespread outrage. Critics said the clip showed a double standard with h…
Harry Styles Stops Wembley Show After Fan’s Foot Pic Sign
Harry Styles paused a Wembley Stadium concert in London after a fan’s sign distracted him during the sixth of 12 shows. He jokingly asked whether she had sold foot pictures to aff…
Ola Kravchenko Launches TikTok Account and Denies Involvement in Murder Case
Ola Kravchenko, identified in the Tair Rada case as A.K., says the creators of "Shadow of Truth" framed her for murder. In a TikTok video, she said her 2021 lawsuit is now in the…
Election Official Says Israel’s Vote Cannot Be Rigged, Points to Trust and Disinformation Risks
Dean Livneh, acting chief of Israel’s Central Elections Committee, said elections in Israel cannot be rigged and that the real threat is public distrust. At a Reichman University…
British Woman Faces Murder Charge in Dubai After Trip With Man She Met Online
Brooke George, a 23-year-old from Kent, was arrested in Dubai after a man she met on Facebook died in an alleged stabbing. Her family and Detained in Dubai say she acted in self-d…
Tiny Finger Exercise Goes Viral as a Possible Brain Health Check
A viral 10-second finger exercise called “Pinky Time” is being promoted online as a possible sign of brain function and a way to support brain health. Experts quoted in the articl…
Jane Seymour Reflects on War, Aging, and the Role That Reignited Her Career
Jane Seymour looks back on War and Remembrance as the most defining role of her career and says it deepened her connection to her Jewish heritage. She also discusses her current s…
YouTube Quietly Settles Teen Addiction Lawsuit Ahead of Trial
YouTube confidentially settled a Florida teenager’s addiction lawsuit just weeks before trial. The case alleged that features like infinite scroll and autoplay were designed to ke…
Singer Mor Revi goes barefoot on stage, then steps on a pin
Mor Revi suffered a painful onstage mishap during a recent performance in Beit Shemesh. After removing her high heels and singing barefoot, she stepped on a pin and left the stage…
Australian Court Bars Key Video Evidence in Threat Case Against Two Sydney Medical Workers
An Australian court ruled that a TikTok video of two Sydney hospital workers threatening Israelis is inadmissible evidence. The pair, Ahmed Nadir and Sara Abu-Labdeh, were fired a…
Fan Collapses During Eden Ben Zaken Appearance on 'The Voice' Set
A fan of Eden Ben Zaken fainted after briefly speaking with the singer during filming for the new season of “The Voice.” The viral TikTok clip showed Ben Zaken trying to break the…
From Psychiatry Clinic to TikTok: How Israel Is Changing the Mental Health Conversation
The Health Ministry says mental health in Israel must be discussed as an everyday issue, not only during crises. It is using the “All That Helps” project with Assi Azar, Avi Ohayo…
Prince William enlists tech giants in global fight against wildlife trafficking
Prince William has launched a new global coalition to use AI, finance tools and cross-industry cooperation against illegal wildlife trafficking. Google, Meta, TikTok, Alibaba, Pay…
Fashion 'Get Ready With Me' Clips Spark Debate Over Exposure and Attention
Fashion creators’ revealing “get ready with me” videos have triggered a heated online debate. Australian creator Joella Jackson criticized the trend, while supporters said viewers…
Naftali Bennett vows a sweeping overhaul of state institutions, food prices and education
Naftali Bennett said in Ofakim that the last government damaged key state systems and that his party would rebuild them. He outlined plans to overhaul education, break food cartel…
Nadav Hanzis Announces First Full Solo Show at Tel Aviv Amphitheater
Nadav Hanzis announced his first full solo concert, set for July 28 at the Tel Aviv amphitheater. The rising Israeli singer, who broke through on TikTok in 2025, thanked fans and…
Ben Gvir Rejects Lebanon Ceasefire, Defends Terror-Death-Penalty Law in TikTok Q&A
Itamar Ben Gvir told Channel 7’s TikTok Q&A that he opposes any ceasefire in Lebanon and backs the death penalty law for terrorists. He also criticized police conduct against ultr…
Why Pickled Vegetables Became a Trump Cabinet Diet Trend, and How Healthy They Really Are
A Trump administration food trend built around fermented vegetables has spread to several top officials. Dr. Maya Rozman explains the difference between true fermentation and vine…
When Divorced Parents Clash Over Their Children’s Social Media Exposure
A divorced father objected after his ex-wife, a social media influencer, posted a commercial TikTok video featuring their children. The article says such disputes over children’s…
Famous TV Couple’s Son Eliy Shebo Is Going Viral and Entering the Spotlight
Eliy Shebo, the 22-year-old son of Anat Magen Shebo and Oren Shebo, is drawing viral attention on TikTok and has signed with a major Israeli talent agency. The former soldier, who…
House of Shanti launches fundraising drive with fashion fair and influencers
House of Shanti began a June 21 crowdfunding campaign to support at-risk youth, ending it June 26 with a Tel Aviv fashion fair. The campaign includes a documentary project with Ti…
Ariel Eidan on How He Reached 1 Million Social Media Followers
Ariel Eidan, Channel 14’s southern correspondent, says he has reached 1 million social media followers across TikTok, Instagram, and Telegram after about three and a half years. I…
Protein trend among teens raises health and eating-disorder concerns
A TikTok-driven protein craze among teenagers is prompting experts to warn about unbalanced diets and mental-health risks. Dietitian Olga Schneider says teens usually already get…
TikTok Star Omer Levy in Talks for Hanukkah Festigal Debut
Omer Levy is in advanced talks to join this year’s Festigal, according to a report on "Erev Tov with Guy Pines." The Hanukkah show is also negotiating with Noa Kirel, Shahar Taboc…
Viral Video Shows $20 Online Parachute Failing Midair
A TikTok video filmed in Denver, Colorado, showed a $20 online parachute tearing apart as a jumper deployed it. The clip drew 6.2 million views and was presented as a warning abou…
Wall Street Journal Exposes Secret Influencer Marketing Network Behind Polymarket
A Wall Street Journal investigation says Polymarket paid influencers to fake trading success through cloned simulation systems. The campaign, aimed at U.S. users despite regulator…
Soldier Caught Trying to Sneak Into Omer Adam's Golden Area Says It Was Worth It
A young soldier named Omer tried to jump from his seated area into the Golden section at an Omer Adam concert. Security stopped him and removed him, but he later said the stunt wa…
Study Finds Political Leanings May Shape Preference for Messi or Ronaldo
Researchers in Singapore surveyed 10,661 people in 26 countries and found that Messi fans tended to be more liberal, while Ronaldo fans tended to be more conservative. The pattern…
HOVERAir X1 Pro Review: A Pocket Drone That Follows You at 60 km/h
Zero Zero Robotics’ HOVERAir X1 Pro is an autonomous hand-launch drone that follows users at speeds up to 60 km/h. The reviewer praised its portability, video quality, and trackin…
Nir Dvori calls for ending shortened yeshiva hesder service
Nir Dvori, a Channel 12 military commentator, argued that yeshiva hesder students should no longer receive shortened military service. Secular left-wing activist Naor Narkis prais…
Two deadly social media challenges renew alarm over viral online dares
A 12-year-old boy in Yonkers died after choking during school, and police are investigating whether a viral eating challenge was involved. In Oklahoma, a 15-year-old girl is in cr…
From NFL Glory to World Cup Breakthrough: Alex Freeman Follows His Own Path
Alex Freeman, son of former NFL star Antonio Freeman, scored his first World Cup goal on Friday as the United States beat Australia 2-0 and reached the round of 32. The 21-year-ol…
Suspect Arrested in Jaffa Shooting as Investigation Continues into TikTok Stream Attack
Police arrested a Jaffa resident in his 30s for a separate shooting that injured three men on Shmuel Ben Adiya Street. Investigators are still searching for suspects in the live T…
Mike Myers Returns as Shrek, While Ariana Grande Sparks Online Concern
Mike Myers will return as Shrek in the franchise’s fifth film, which also adds Zendaya to the voice cast and features upgraded animation. The article separately notes an online co…
French-Algerian Influencer Held in Morocco After Viral Criticism of Local Driving and Police
Yas Naubelle, a French-Algerian influencer, was detained at Marrakech airport after posting a TikTok criticizing Moroccan driving and police. Authorities suspect her of defamatory…
IShowSpeed’s brief World Cup interview with Israeli reporter goes viral
IShowSpeed gave a brief halftime interview to Israeli reporter Uri Levy during the France-Senegal World Cup match in the United States. After being asked about Israel, he said he…
Five Charged in Alleged Plot to Attack White House UFC Event
Five people were charged in the United States over an alleged plot to attack a UFC event at the White House. Prosecutors say they planned drone strikes, shootings, and a second wa…
15-Year-Old Oklahoma Girl Suffers Brain Death After Dangerous TikTok Challenge
A 15-year-old girl from Oklahoma, Leah Persson, was declared brain dead after taking a dangerous Benadryl overdose for a TikTok challenge. Her family says she wanted online fame…
Florida Sues TikTok Over Alleged Harm to Children
Florida has sued TikTok in St. Lucie County, accusing it of misleading parents and letting children under 14 open accounts without consent. The state seeks major fines and changes…
18-Year-Old Driver Posts Reckless Driving Videos Before Fatally Hitting Woman in Crosswalk
Gila Ivgi, 66, was killed in late May when an 18-year-old from Ma'ale Adumim hit her in a crosswalk near her home. The suspect allegedly posted reckless driving videos on TikTok a…
How an Israeli startup shifted from content moderation to AI safety
ActiveFence, the Israeli startup founded in 2018, began as a content-moderation company and has since pivoted into AI safety. After ChatGPT’s launch, it started helping companies…
Venice Gondola Ride Reveals a 65-Year-Old Family Secret
A routine tour of Venice led to a family secret spanning 65 years. A grandmother fulfilled her dream of riding gondola No. 3, then revealed that the gondolier’s father was the man…
Neymar, Cape Verde and Curacao Drive World Cup 2026 Buzz on TikTok
TikTok says World Cup 2026 interest has exploded, led by huge search spikes for Neymar and the tournament itself. The discussion spans kits, underdog teams, nostalgia, music, trav…
Noam Batan Releases New Single After Eurovision Breakthrough
Noam Batan has released "Tamad Ritziti Od," his first single from an album due later this year, after his Eurovision success and five sold-out Barby shows. He wrote the song two y…
Britain Moves to Ban Under-16s From Major Social Media Platforms
Britain plans to ban under-16s from major social media platforms under new legislation due by the end of 2026 and enforced from spring 2027. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the m…
22-Year-Old Woman Seriously Wounded in Jaffa Shooting During TikTok Live
A 22-year-old woman from central Israel was seriously shot Sunday night in Jaffa while live streaming on TikTok. She was taken to Wolfson Medical Center in Holon in serious condit…
TikTok Live Shooting Leaves 22-Year-Old Woman Seriously Hurt in Jaljulia
A 22-year-old woman from Jaljulia was seriously injured in a shooting while live-streaming on TikTok from a café on Sunday evening. The attack was recorded on video, and police su…
The easiest ways to cut a watermelon, from sticks to perfect cubes
The article surveys viral watermelon-cutting methods circulating on Instagram and TikTok, from stick cuts to precise cubes and decorative serving styles. It says the techniques bl…