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Chair of Britain’s largest arts center to step down amid antisemitism scrutiny

Chair of the Southbank Centre Misan Harriman will step down this autumn after controversy over antisemitism allegations and social media posts about Israel, amid scrutiny by UK officials.

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - JUNE 04: Misan Harriman attends the UK premiere of 'Disclosure Day' at Cineworld Leicester Square on June 04, 2026.
This illustration photo created in Los Angeles, December 4, 2023, shows Rockstar Games' Grand Theft Auto VI trailer played on a screen in front of the game title.

At long last: Grand Theft Auto 6 finally nears release as Rockstar announces preorder launch

Montana Tucker in front of an artistic rendering of the stage at the 2026 Maccabiah Games.

Social media star Montana Tucker to host Maccabiah Games delegation parade - interview

 LinkedIn headquarters in Mountain View, California.

Fewer likes, more expertise: LinkedIn’s new role in the future of work - opinion


vLine Random Video Chat: WebRTC OmeTV & Omegle Alternatives in 2026

For users looking beyond older chat platforms, vLine offers browser-based random video chat with fast access, WebRTC technology, and clear rules.

"Random video chat is becoming faster, simpler, and more privacy-focused in 2026."

UK weighs forcing social media firms to boost trusted news

The UK is weighing new rules that would require Meta, TikTok and YouTube to prioritize trusted news content in feeds and search results.

Social media and the algorithm move faster than facts and claims can be verified.

Trust in news at all-time low as interest in industry declines, Reuters Institute finds - study

The study further found that concerns about fake news have increased by four points since 2025, in line with the rise in the use of non-traditional news sources.

A picture taken on September 12, 2013 in Paris shows a tablet and a smartphone connected on news websites and world newspapers.

Herut Davidson on Arabic, social media, and bridge-building across the Middle East

Social media has become both a battleground and an opportunity. Traditional media often leaves citizens dependent on dominant narratives, while social platforms allow individuals to speak directly.

People hold a giant Israeli national flag at the Western Wall in Jerusalem Old City, on the eve of Jerusalem Day, May 14, 2026.

Britain expected to introduce social media restrictions for children under 16

"It changes the presumption, so that children aren't presuming that they're going to be in these spaces because all of their friends are, and thats quite significant," said Nandy.

Social media and the algorithm move faster than facts and claims can be verified.

Spanish-language online antisemitism far exceeds pre-Oct 7 levels, remains highest on X

Researchers analyzed more than 118 million online posts and comments, finding that Spanish-language antisemitism remains higher than before Oct. 7.

An antisemitism hashtag, illustrating online antisemitic hate speech.

Haifa resident arrested over alleged incitement against LGBTQ community, later released

Haifa Magistrate's Court Judge Jada Basul found there was reasonable suspicion that a crime had been committed, but ruled there was no justification for keeping Amir Maron in custody.

 An illustrative image of an Israel Police officer.

Viral gym trend revives antisemitic stereotypes online, NGO CyberWell's report shows

The “Promised 3,000 Years Ago” trend involves the antisemitic assertion that Jews falsely claim property belonging to others as their own, and in this specific case, gym equipment. 

Regular pull-up and close-grip pull-up

Instagram launches paid subscription officially

Instagram has officially announced the launch of Instagram Plus, a new monthly paid subscription service that will grant users a series of exclusive features.

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Hollanov, DeanAllie… Trump and Xi? Democrats compare Trump, Xi to fictional couples on social media

The video featured the song Casual by Chappel Roan, alongside photos of Heated Rivalry’s Shane and Ilya, Off Campus’s Allie and Dean, and, of course, Trump and Xi.

US President Donald Trump speaks with Chinese President Xi Jinping while leaving after a visit to the Zhongnanhai Garden in Beijing, China, May 15, 2026.