China weaponises Taiwan’s own voices in escalating information warChina is using social media platforms like Douyin to spread messages from Taiwanese opposition figures. These clips are then shared on plat...
17 Apr, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
Social media platforms need to stop never-ending scrolling, UK's Starmer saysSocial media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok need to take action to stop young users wasting hours mindlessly scrolling never-ending...
13 Apr, 2026, 05.43 PM IST
UK teenagers to trial social media bans, digital curfewsBritish teenagers will test social media bans and time limits. This trial is part of government consultations on new online safety measures...
25 Mar, 2026, 07.05 PM IST
France follows Australia’s footsteps as the National Assembly approves ban on social media for under-15s; What’s next for Macron's countryFrance's National Assembly has backed legislation to ban children under 15 from social media, mirroring Australia's recent restriction for ...
27 Jan, 2026, 02.51 PM IST
France's National Assembly approves banning under-15s from social mediaFrance social media ban: President Emmanuel Macron has pointed to social media as one factor to blame for violence among young people. He i...
27 Jan, 2026, 06.26 AM IST
TikTok’s “Bed Rotting” trend is blowing up — But experts say bewareA latest TikTok trend named “bed rotting” is gaining popularity, mainly among Gen Z and Millennials, as people remain in bed for hours or e...
28 Nov, 2025, 10.28 PM IST
What is scrolling short video content actually doing to your brain? New study warns of three silent risks you never saw comingA major scientific review warns that excessive scrolling of short form videos on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube may be harming cognition an...
23 Nov, 2025, 06.44 PM IST
How AI and social media contribute to 'brain rot'Studies show that relying on AI tools and social media may harm learning and memory. Students using ChatGPT remembered little of what they ...
10 Nov, 2025, 08.06 AM IST
What is bed rotting? Is it bad for you? CMC Vellore-trained neurologist breaks down the risksBed rotting, popularised on TikTok, involves spending extended periods in bed, often as a coping mechanism for stress. While occasional res...
09 Sep, 2025, 11.24 AM IST
Shock on Kick: French streamer Jean Pormanove dies live on stream after years of torment by co-streamerFrench streamer Raphaël Graven, known as Jean Pormanove, tragically died at 46 during a live stream, sparking outrage over online abuse. In...
20 Aug, 2025, 12.27 AM IST
Is the 'Cortisol Cocktail' trend worth the hype? What science says might surprise youThe “cortisol cocktail” is trending online as a stress-reducing mocktail made with coconut water, juice, and magnesium. While netizens on s...
06 Jul, 2025, 03.37 PM IST
Dutch government recommends children under 15 stay off TikTok, InstagramThe advisory "gives children the time to further develop digital resilience and media literacy," Vincent Karremans, caretaker deputy minist...
18 Jun, 2025, 09.32 AM IST
What is 'zombie scrolling' and why it is more dangerous than 'doom scrolling'? Expert revealsZombie scrolling is more than just a habit — it’s rewiring your brain. Experts warn that endless mindless scrolling on social media can lea...
06 May, 2025, 03.33 PM IST
Struggling to wake up in morning? This viral '5-second rule' can help improve sleep quality and boost productivityMel Robbins’ viral “5-Second Rule” has become a popular method for boosting morning productivity. The rule involves counting backwards from...
30 Jan, 2025, 08.14 PM IST
"5-9 before the 9-5": The emerging social media trend shaping work-life balanceThe trend of "5-9 before the 9-5" is gaining popularity on social media platforms, particularly TikTok, as users seek a balance between wor...
18 Aug, 2023, 05.45 PM IST
Kids & social media: 8 tips for parents to help teens navigate through harmful world of addictive appsSo what can parents and young people do now? The surgeon general has some tips.
24 May, 2023, 06.10 PM IST
Influencer marketing done right: Brands need a scalpel, not a sledgehammerBrands often rope in popular people aka influencers on social media to endorse their products to their legions of followers. It works best ...
19 Oct, 2019, 11.44 AM IST