Young people are constantly exposed to harmful content online. Social media platforms use algorithms to suggest videos and posts. These algorithms often push extreme ideas. This includes content promoting gender-based violence and misogyny. The more these ideas are seen, the more normal they seem. Researchers studied this issue. They talked to young people, analyzed...
The recent season of Dancing With the Stars has been a game-changer. It's not just about the dancing anymore; it's about the buzz on social media. The show has found a new audience thanks to TikTok, and it's paying off big time. This season, the finale was a grand event. All the eliminated contestants came back to support the final five: Alix Earle, Dylan Efron, Ela...
In today's world, social media plays a huge role in shaping what people think. It's not just about sharing photos or chatting with friends anymore. Social media has become a powerful tool that influences public opinion in big ways. This is why predicting how public opinion changes is so important for governments and companies. They need to understand these changes to...
In today's world, threats against public figures are more common than ever. From politicians to celebrities, many people in the spotlight face risks. But what does it take to keep them safe? First, let's talk about money. Lawmakers in the U. S. get a monthly allowance for security. It's not a small amount, but how it's used varies. Some might spend it on alarms or t...
Social media is flooded with pictures of food, especially unhealthy snacks and fast food. This constant exposure can make people eat more of these unhealthy options. But what if a celebrity is in the picture? Does that change anything? Researchers wanted to find out if seeing a celebrity in a food post makes a difference in what people want to eat. They looked at po...
In the vast world of tiny organisms, a bacterium named Buttiauxella sp. S19-1 is making waves. It has a special talent: breaking down a harmful dye called Congo red (CR). This dye is a big deal in the fashion industry, but it's not so great for the environment or our health. Scientists found that this bacterium works best in specific conditions. It prefers a cozy te...
Kevin Spacey, the well-known actor, recently took to social media to clarify some misunderstandings about his living situation. In a video posted on his Instagram, he addressed reports that he was homeless and living out of hotels. Spacey started by acknowledging the outpouring of support he received from people who offered him a place to stay or simply checked in o...
Ken Kraemer, a name not often seen in print, was a backbone of the Detroit Free Press sports section for over 40 years. Born in 1936, he spent his entire career in Detroit, starting as a copy boy and eventually becoming a key figure in the sports department. Kraemer's work was crucial in ensuring that sports news reached readers on time, every day. His colleagues re...
In Cairo, a Hamas group is meeting with mediators to talk about the shaky Gaza ceasefire. Both Israel and Hamas blame each other for breaking the agreement. Egypt, Qatar, and the U. S. have been trying to keep the peace since the ceasefire started last month. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said their military killed five big Hamas leaders on Saturday. Th...
Elon Musk is known for his active presence on X, but a recent analysis shows just how much time he spends there. Over a 30-day period, he posted a staggering 1, 716 times. That's an average of 55 posts per day. Nearly half of these posts were about politics, often leaning towards the fringe. He has a particular interest in discussing the race of people in media, even...