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Nigeria's telecom regulator created a new system to protect people from fraud when phone numbers get reassigned. The portal will help prevent identity theft tied to recycled SIM cards across banking, social media, and government services.
Instagram will now notify parents when their teens repeatedly search for suicide or self-harm content, marking the first time the platform proactively alerts families instead of just blocking searches. While some experts see promise in the feature, mental health advocates worry the notifications may cause panic without adequate support.
Olympic skier Mikaela Shiffrin turned bathroom mirror mantras and mental preparation into a gold medal at age 29. Her journey from social media hate to the podium shows how doubt can become a superpower.
A rare kitten with four ears is captivating social media and sparking conversations about embracing pets with differences. Dobby's foster mom is raising funds for his dental surgery while celebrating what makes him special.
A 24-year-old construction worker in China is sharing her daily reality on social media and finding an unexpected family. Liu Yan's authentic posts about life as a female rodbuster have created a supportive community of 145,000 followers who make her feel less alone.
An 18-year-old boy who accidentally boarded the wrong train as a four-year-old is finally heading home after a viral social media campaign connected him with his mother. Raja will reunite with his family in Jharkhand after living in Kerala shelter homes for 14 years.
A groundbreaking lawsuit against Meta and YouTube could transform how social media protects young users, echoing the tobacco trials that changed an entire industry. The trial's outcome may reshape safety standards across all platforms.
Volunteers in Clayton County are working around the clock to find homes for 19 healthy, adoptable dogs facing a Friday deadline. Their year of networking and social media campaigns has already saved countless lives, and they're hoping for one more miracle.
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.
A small Australian town recovering from devastating floods used AI-generated images to win a social media challenge, bringing chart-topping singer Tones And I to their community. The creative campaign has given flood-weary Ingham something joyful to rally around.
A psychiatrist created a simple four-question checklist that helps people pause before posting online. The W.A.I.T. method is already helping teens and adults avoid digital regrets.
American speedskater Brittany Bowe said yes when hockey captain Hilary Knight proposed at the Milan Cortina Olympics, four years after they first met in Beijing. The couple shared their engagement with fans on social media, adding to a string of romantic moments at this year's Winter Games.
A journalist addicted to social media tried Brick, a device that blocks distracting apps, and finally broke her scrolling habit. After years of failed attempts, this simple tool gave her back her attention span and time. ##
Australia pioneered a social media ban for kids under 16, and now countries across Europe are eager to follow suit. But experts say the early results suggest waiting might be wiser than rushing in.
More couples are discovering stronger relationships by keeping their romance off social media entirely. Psychologists say this "no-launch" approach helps partners focus on genuine connection instead of public performance.
Indian author and Rajya Sabha member Sudha Murty urged lawmakers to protect children from social media overexposure, calling for regulations similar to those protecting child actors. Her message resonates with parents worldwide struggling to balance sharing and shielding.
Stanford researchers discovered that brain activity can forecast which animal images will get people to donate to conservation causes. The breakthrough could help environmental groups create more effective campaigns that save wildlife.
A 90-year-old grandmother from Palakkad is preserving generations of traditional Kerala recipes on Instagram, sharing home remedies and cooking wisdom with over two million followers. Saraswathy paati started posting just last year but has become a beloved internet sensation for her authentic approach to food as medicine.
Climate experts and health professionals are beating misinformation at its own game by creating engaging social media content that makes science accessible. Their videos are racking up millions of views and changing how people get accurate information online.
Viral videos claimed Denmark's parliament laughed at Trump's Greenland proposal, but the footage actually shows the prime minister giggling about an expensive camel purchase. Fact checkers traced the 2019 clip to a humorous debate about rescued circus animals.
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