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Democrats and Republicans are working together to update a 1996 law that shields social media companies from lawsuits. The bipartisan effort aims to hold platforms accountable for harmful content while preserving free speech.
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.
Ghana's Attorney-General has sworn in a new nine-member Law Reform Commission Board with a bold mission: update the country's laws to meet modern social and economic needs. The move signals a major push to strengthen democracy and governance across the West African nation.
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
The European Union just committed over €233 million to help Morocco build a greener, more inclusive future. The funding package supports everything from protecting rural communities to expanding clean energy and making college more accessible.
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.
Sustainable fashion company Reformation announced an ambitious "climate positive" goal in 2019, aiming to give back more to the planet than it takes. The move came after landmark climate reports pushed the company to rethink its entire environmental strategy.
Argentina's Senate approved sweeping labor reform legislation that could reshape how the country hires workers and runs its economy for the first time since the 1970s. The vote signals growing political momentum for President Javier Milei's economic transformation plans.
After years of decline, South Africa's social cohesion has improved for two straight years, offering hope that the country's diverse communities can rebuild trust and stability together.
Tunisia just approved sweeping healthcare reforms to end nationwide medicine shortages and build a strategic drug stockpile. The plan includes immediate funding, local production, and full digital tracking across the entire pharmaceutical system.
Twenty-three bereaved parents are urging UK lawmakers to back protections for children under 16 on social media. Their powerful message: families can't fight billion-dollar tech companies alone.
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.
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.
An independent panel investigated corruption claims in Nigeria's prison system and delivered a transparent report that's now driving nationwide reform. State leaders, civil society, and medical experts are joining forces to rebuild trust and improve conditions for inmates and staff alike.
Ethiopia just unlocked $261 million in IMF funding after implementing major economic reforms. The achievement marks a turning point for the nation's financial stability and economic recovery.
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