The Conversation
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What the settlement left out: Meta can still collect data from kids
In August 2026, Meta agreed to one of the largest consumer protection settlements in American history. The settlement resolves claims from 47 states alleging that Meta ... -
What we forget when we remember 9/11
For much of the past 25 years, each anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks has arrived with reminders to “never forget.” I remember the ... -
Social media firms step up age checks
Of the child safety measures agreed to in Meta’s landmark legal settlement, no category contains more detailed requirements than its commitments on age assurance ... -
Buddhist life in Thailand extends far beyond meditation
I recently returned from leading a program in Thailand focused on how Buddhists practice religion. The participants – Buddhist practitioners from North America and ... -
Why social media algorithms send you posts you don’t like
Do your social media accounts feed you content reflecting your beliefs and principles? Our research published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of ... -
China is shaping open-source technology – including AI
As you read this article on your computer or smartphone, you are almost certainly using open-source technology. It forms the foundation of the global ... -
Autistic children drown at alarming rates – swim lessons and water safety strategies can save their lives
During roasting-hot summer days, more and more people make their way to swimming pools, lakes, rivers and other spots where they can access water ... -
Screen time guidelines for kids and adolescents have shifted as research paints a more nuanced picture
Concerns surrounding young people’s screen time are widespread. Australia became the first country to ban social media for users under 16 in December 2025, and Denmark, Franceand the ... -
The US murder rate fell to historic lows in 2025 – here’s why
The murder rate in 2025 was the lowest in modern American history. Preliminary data shows the murder rate fell nearly 20% from 2024, likely making ... -
World Cup propels surveillance to new heights
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the largest sporting event in history. It’s also the most surveilled World Cup ever. If you’re visiting or traveling around host cities, ... -
What the tattoos of World Cup players say about their love, life and religious beliefs
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup starts on June 11, 2026, traditional news and social media channels will be full of pictures of the ... -
The drawer problem: Why so many of us can’t let go of our old electronics, and what we can do about it
Think about the last smartphone, tablet or smartwatch you stopped using. Odds are it is not in a recycling bin or a new owner’s ... -
‘Soccer’ is a fine term for the beautiful game – don’t let any ‘football’ snob or president tell you otherwise this World Cup
At the 2026 World Cup draw, FIFA Peace Prize recipient and U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the game should really be called “football.” “There’s no question about it. ... -
Haiti at the World Cup is more than an underdog tale – it is the story of global migration
When Haiti’s soccer team lines up against Scotland on June 13, 2026, its players will be representing the Caribbean nation at a World Cup for the first ... -
US violent crime is at its lowest in more than a century
The United States is experiencing one of the steepest declines in violent crime in modern history, including a murder rate at its lowest point ... -
Does frequent worship lead to better mental health?
Worldwide, the landscape of religion is anything but serene. Many denominations are riven by divisions. In some regions, believers face violence. Countless faith leaders ... -
Attack threatening Trump reflects rising political violence in US
For the third time in three years, Donald Trump has come under threat by an attacker. Many facts remain unclear after a gunman stormed ... -
Why the Southeast is burning – extreme drought is only part of the reason
Large parts of the southeastern U.S. are in the midst of an exceptional drought, and it is fueling dozens of wildfires in Florida and Georgia. One of those wildfires, ... -
A month into war, Iran is holding the world economy hostage
One month into their war with Iran, the United States and Israel face an opponent that behaves less like a conventional state and more ... -
Perfect homework, blank stares
The assignment involves no laptop, no chatbot and no technology of any kind. In fact, there’s no pen or paper, either. Instead, students in ... -
As war in Ukraine enters a 5th year, will the ‘Putin consensus’ among Russians hold?
Perceived wisdom has it that the longer a war goes on, the less enthusiastic a public becomes for continuing the conflict. After all, it is ordinary ... -
Editing cholesterol is exciting – but swallow the statin for now
If there were ever a disease that tempts scientists to reach for a permanent fix, it is high cholesterol. Pop a pill every day ... -
Has globalization lessened the importance of physical distance?
National economies are increasingly moving in sync and responding to the same booms and busts as a result of near-instantaneous communications and interdependent global ... -
‘Inoculation’ helps people spot political deepfakes, study finds
Informing people about political deepfakes through text-based information and interactive games both improve people’s ability to spot AI-generated video and audio that falsely depict ... -
Pope faces crisis as traditionalists plan bishop consecrations without consent
Pope Leo XIV is facing his first major crisis with traditionalist Catholics as a breakaway group attached to the traditional Latin Mass announced plans ... -
Trump’s Greenland threats reveal no-win dilemma at the heart of European security strategy
In the days since a fractious World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzeland, ended, some of Europe’s main players have pushed a narrative of continental togetherness. ... -
Where are those darn keys? Tricks for remembering where you put things
With a scarf dangling from your coat pocket and gloves left behind at the coffee shop, winter creates more opportunities to lose things — ... -
Can shoes alter your mind?
Athletic footwear has entered a new era of ambition. No longer content to promise comfort or performance, some brands now claim their shoes can ... -
Most Venezuelans in the US arrived within the past decade
In 2024, the most recent year for which data is available, an estimated 1 million immigrants from Venezuela lived in the United States. According ... -
The 6-7 craze offered a brief window into the hidden world of children
Many adults are breathing a sigh of relief as the 6-7 meme fades away as one of the biggest kid-led global fads of 2025. ... -
One Tech Tip: Spend quality time with loved ones, not a screen, over the holidays
The Christmas holiday season is a time to step back from the busy pace of modern life and connect with our nearest and dearest ... -
The North Pole keeps moving – that affects Santa’s holiday travel and yours
When Santa is done delivering presents on Christmas Eve, he must get back home to the North Pole, even if it’s snowing so hard ... -
Expert tips to ease financial pressure and avoid holiday overspending
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to spend money on gifts, parties, and travel this holiday season? The job market is tough, student loan and credit ... -
New industry standards, tech advances make pre-owned electronics a viable gift
Electronic gifts are very popular, and in recent years, retailers have been offering significant discounts on smartphones, e-readers and other electronics labeled as “pre-owned.” ... -
The marketing genius of Spotify Wrapped
I’m guessing I’ll be among Spotify’s top 1% of listeners for an obscure 2004 track titled “Rusty Chevrolet” by the Irish band Shanneyganock. I ...
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