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Tom Ward's 2017 "Alt Disney" series placed beloved characters in modern scenarios tackling phone addiction, pollution, and climate anxiety. Eight years later, his playful commentary feels less like satire and more like prophecy.
Social workers in Lagos are launching programs to heal growing divisions tearing families and communities apart. Their message: working together creates the harmony Nigeria needs.
While Canada's economy shows signs of slowing, social enterprises are thriving with 22% reporting growth in the past year. These mission-driven businesses generated $6.5 billion in revenue while creating thousands of jobs for people facing employment barriers.
Scientists discovered that our brains light up in a coordinated pattern several seconds before we approach someone, revealing social behavior starts long before any visible action. The strength of this brain signal also predicts how naturally social a person tends to be.
Singapore is putting $15 million toward using artificial intelligence to help social workers spend less time on paperwork and more time supporting vulnerable families. The three-year program will develop tech tools that keep human connection at the heart of social services.
A new social media app promising transparency and no hidden algorithms has seen downloads surge 2,850% after users sought alternatives to major platforms. UpScrolled now ranks second in Apple's social networking category with 140,000 total downloads.
The UK government has made a legally binding commitment to restrict social media access for children under 16, ending months of parliamentary deadlock. Parents who lost children to social media-related harms called it "a massive step forward."
Britain just became the first major European nation to ban social media for children under 16, with huge fines for companies that don't comply. Over 90% of parents supported the move after seeing social media's impact on their kids' happiness.
Canada just introduced groundbreaking legislation to protect children from social media harm, joining a growing global movement. The Safe Social Media Act requires platforms to redesign for safety and introduces powerful new tools for parents and young people.
A new social app called Yope just raised $12.3 million to build something rare: a social network with no algorithms, no ads, and no public posts. With 15 million users already sharing moments privately with real friends, it's proving that people still crave authentic connection over endless scrolling.
Three major social media platforms have settled with a Kentucky school district that sued over addiction-related costs, marking a potential turning point in over 1,200 similar cases nationwide. The settlement could reshape how social media companies design their platforms for young users.
Over 2,000 Saudi companies have invested $1.33 billion in social responsibility programs, marking a dramatic shift toward corporate-led community development. The Kingdom now ranks 16th globally for social responsibility, with 72% of major companies running impact initiatives.
British regulators are asking major social media platforms to strengthen age checks after research showed 86% of children aged 10-12 have social media profiles despite minimum age limits. Seven companies including TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram must now prove they're keeping young children safer online.
School social workers at Indianapolis Public Schools are changing lives daily by supporting students facing mental health challenges, housing insecurity, and family crises. Their work creates safe spaces where students can thrive both academically and emotionally.
A charity concert in Abuja will launch two autism advocacy albums and bring together families to celebrate acceptance. The April 2026 event marks World Autism Awareness Day with live performances and real stories from Nigerian families.
Rwanda is developing legislation to restrict social media access for children under 16, aiming to protect young minds from harmful content and digital distractions. The move comes after research showed nearly half of schoolchildren access online platforms without adequate supervision.
Experts say millions of adults struggle with compulsive social media use, but small changes like moving apps and setting gentle limits can make a real difference. New research reveals practical steps anyone can take today to regain control of their screen time.
New research reveals that social connections and physical activity work together to keep older adults healthier and happier. The comprehensive study suggests treating both factors as a powerful team rather than separate health goals.
A music group founded by an autistic musician is releasing its first album on World Autism Awareness Day to promote understanding and inclusion. The three-track album will be translated into four languages and feature music videos to reach audiences worldwide.
When wildfires devastated farms in South Africa's Eastern Cape, one farmer's social media post sparked a nationwide response that delivered over R1 million worth of animal feed in just two weeks. More than 150 farming families are now rebuilding thanks to volunteers across the country.
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