Lagos Social Workers Unite Against Division in Communities
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.
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Canada's Social Enterprises Grow 22% Despite Recession Fears
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.
UpScrolled Gains 140K Users Seeking Social Media Alternative
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.
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Your Brain Decides to Be Social Seconds Before You Move
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 Invests $15M in AI to Transform Social Care
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.
UK Commits to Social Media Restrictions for Under-16s
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."
UK Bans Social Media for Kids Under 16 Starting 2026
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 Bans Social Media for Kids Under 16
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.
Social Media Giants Settle First School District Lawsuit
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.
Saudi Arabia Invests $1.3B in Social Programs via 2,145 Firms
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.
UK Regulators Push Social Media to Protect Under-13s
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.
Historic Verdict Holds Social Media Giants Liable for Harm
For the first time in U.S. history, juries found Meta and YouTube responsible for harming children through addictive design features. The landmark rulings open the door for thousands of similar cases and could reshape how social platforms protect young users.
Teens Weigh In: Social Media Ban Divides 16-Year-Olds
As the UK debates banning social media for under-16s, three teenagers share surprisingly different views on whether cutting access would help or harm their generation. Their honest perspectives reveal the real stakes behind this growing movement.
Europe Pushes Meta to Make Social Media Less Addictive
The European Commission is requiring Meta to redesign Facebook and Instagram to reduce addictive features that harm users' wellbeing. The proposed changes could transform how millions experience social media daily.
One Coder Built Social App: 5 Million Users Joined
A tech worker turned his frustration with social media censorship into UpScrolled, a platform promising chronological feeds and no data selling. Working completely alone, he attracted 5 million users in under a year.
France Bans Social Media for Kids Under 15 This Fall
France is fast-tracking a groundbreaking law to protect children from social media platforms, with parliament voting Monday on a ban for under-15s. If passed, the restriction takes effect when school starts in September.
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UK Explores Social Media Age Limits to Protect Children
The UK government is studying ways to keep children safer online, including looking at Australia's groundbreaking social media age restrictions. Ministers want to learn what works best before making changes that could help millions of families.
Staying Social and Active: A Winning Combo for Seniors
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.
Smartwatch Detects Social Life in Stroke Survivors
A new smartwatch app tracks social interaction in hospitalized stroke patients with 94% accuracy, opening doors to treatments that fight isolation and boost recovery. The technology works even for patients struggling with speech and language loss.
Ethiopia Partners with Catholic Church on Social Programs
Ethiopia's government just formalized a partnership with the Catholic Church to expand social services for the country's most vulnerable people. The collaboration will combine state resources with the Church's vast volunteer network to reach more women, children, and homeless citizens.
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