Social Media

The earlier post showing the surrender of Hamas terrorist suspects. Photo: Screenshot

December 14, 2023, 10:46 am

“It’s bad enough that such inflammatory lies are being circulated online, without public figures fanning the flames by posting them on their own social media,” says Zeddy Lawrence.

By Peter Kohn

Aussie influencer Nate Buzolic (third from left) says he came to Israel to help fight the social media battle. Photo: supplied

December 6, 2023, 6:00 am

Aussie influencer fights social media battle for Israel

"It's everyday Israelis, everyday Jews, who have stood up and said 'no'," says Nathaniel 'Nate' Buzolic.

By JESSICA STEINBERG

November 20, 2023, 1:11 pm

Jewish celebrities call out ‘the biggest antisemitic movement since the Nazis’ in meeting with TikTok execs

The meeting, which was arranged by TikTok executives, comes after Schumer, Messing, and other Jewish celebrities and influencers signed an open letter saying that TikTok “is not safe for Jewish users.”

By Jackie Hajdenberg

Victoria Police Priority and Safer Communities Division Commander Jo Stafford.

November 8, 2023, 6:46 am

Patrols stepped up

Stafford met with Jewish community leaders at Beth Weizmann recently and was told it is important to provide support and ensure the community feels safe amid social media-induced fears about safety in public spaces.

By Bruce Hill

Bachar Houli holding the 2022 Jolson-Houli Cup. Photo: Peter Haskin

November 8, 2023, 6:42 am

Houli deletes offensive pro-Palestine post

"His comments are deeply offensive and disappointing to our players, who played in the Jolson-Houli Cup for the past three years, as well as to the club."

By Shane Desiatnik

October 30, 2023, 9:03 am

Supporting Israeli businesses in tangible ways

‘The street shops are closed and a lot of people around the world want to support Israel in many ways. This is one way.’

By Jessica Abelsohn

October 26, 2023, 12:31 pm

Journalist being probed, ABC chief says

Zionist Federation of Australia president described Joyner's comment as "appalling"...

By Peter Kohn

October 24, 2023, 7:06 am

Once upon a time in the south

Tarantino visited the Negev region to meet with survivors from the Gaza border communities, and to support local businesses.

Greens Senator Mehreen Faruqi speaks at Sunday's anti-Israel rally in Hyde Park. Photo: Instagram

October 19, 2023, 1:54 pm

A new low even for the Greens

Many causes the Greens claim to support – such as women's and LGBTQI+ rights – are celebrated and promoted in Israel, but non-existent in Hamas's theocratic totalitarian terrorist state

By Gareth Narunsky

October 19, 2023, 8:44 am

Parents urged to monitor social media use

The concern with wartime imagery is the long-term impact on mental health, including anxiety, sadness, isolation, distress and an elevated fear of personal risk.

By Jessica Abelsohn

October 12, 2023, 1:03 pm

Social media campaign a recipe for success

It is hoped the campaign will help to raise awareness about WIZO – a global charitable organisation dedicated to creating a bright future for women, children and families in need in Israel – while also bringing people together through a common love of food and cooking.

By AJN STAFF

Dame Helen Mirren talks to the BBC. Photo: Screenshot

October 9, 2023, 7:06 am

Mirren defends prosthetic nose

"I think the whole question of assuming a certain physiognomy because you're playing a particular race. There is something offensive about that,"

September 26, 2023, 6:55 am

Halle Berry doubles down

Two days prior to the Instagram post, Berry had slammed the Grammy-award winning artist for using the image.

By AJN STAFF

Zara and Sam with their new book, No Silly Questions.

September 14, 2023, 11:46 am

There are no silly questions

Co-founders of The Daily Aus, Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski are under no illusions that their new book covers every single topic. But it covers issues that come up most in conversations so that anyone can partake in factual discussions about the news. The AJN spoke to Zara about everything TDA and No Silly Questions.

By Jessica Abelsohn

September 6, 2023, 8:49 am

Elon Musk threatens to sue ADL for billions of dollars

Elon Musk has threatened to sue the Anti-Defamation League for billions of dollars, saying the group is responsible for a 60% drop in advertising revenue on X.