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Billions are being bet on sports, drawing in a concerning number of underage individuals. Experts warn of a growing addiction crisis fueled by easy mobile access, with young people as young as 13 seeking help.
A mother blames Meta's platform design for her daughter's death, arguing that features intentionally hook vulnerable teens. She claims algorithms amplify pain and targeted ads worsen low self-esteem. This raises global concerns about social media's impact on youth mental health.
A jury found Meta and Google liable in a lawsuit alleging their platforms contribute to youth mental health issues. The companies plan to appeal, stating teen mental health is complex and not solely tied to social media. This verdict could lead to increased scrutiny and potential regulation for big tech.
Social media giant Meta has been fined $375 million for child safety breaches, with a jury finding the company knowingly harmed children's mental health. Meanwhile, a UK trial begins to ban social media for teenagers, and columnist Hadley Freeman criticizes polyamory as a modern form of a man's 'harem'.
A recent YouTube reaction video tested British high schoolers on their knowledge of the United States, revealing surprising awareness of presidents, landmarks, and historical events. The American host was impressed, noting that the British teens often demonstrated more knowledge about the US than many Americans have about the UK.
