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comment on this storycommentAdd to saved storieskeepLast month, the US Surgeon General issued an advisory warning that the country’s children are becoming “unwitting participants in a decades-long experiment” in social media use. The problem is that the results are not yet available.There is no question that this country is experiencing a youth mental health crisis. In 2021, a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention survey found that 42 percent of high school students reported persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness. 18% said they had made suicide plans. This is also a bad number for young students. It’s the worst for…

The impacts expected from climate change will be so pervasive, that they will require stepping up adaptation efforts significantly, in many respects requiring fundamental transformations in the way societies manage their risks1,2,3,4,5,6,7. Cities, in particular, are faced with high adaptation challenges given that they are often at the frontline of climate hazard exposure8 whilst being characterized by high path-dependency, making transformative adaptation difficult and socially contested3. Meeting the stark adaptation challenges therefore will require collective efforts from different actors of society (state, citizens, civil society, private sector etc.), ideally with a shared understanding on common adaptation goals and clear distribution…

news: SXM media and edison research released its Gen Z Podcast Listener Report last week, which examined the podcast consumption and related purchasing habits of individuals between the ages of 13 and 24 in the United States. In conclusion, this group likes listening to podcasts.Demographically adjusted data collected from over 1,000 interviews provides insights for marketers targeting this diverse audience.In terms of numbers: Gen Z monthly podcast listening rate increases 57% increase Over the past five years, 47% of Gen Z (approximately 24 million listeners) have engaged with a podcast in the past month. 66% of Gen Z listeners use…

Last week, the City of Westfield removed social media posts honoring Pride Month from its Twitter account and Facebook page at the direction of Mayor Andy Cook.Cook said the city “should not be involved in supporting social issues.”On Thursday, the start of Pride Month, Westfield posted on the city’s social media accounts: “We’re talking about the Westfield Way and how it sets us apart. We’re talking about the Westfield Way and how it sets us apart. We are committed to being a welcoming and safe community. Happy Pride Month, Westfield.” By Friday, the post had been removed from Twitter and…

At Starship Technologies, inclusion and diversity are more than just words. They are deeply ingrained in our values. This year, we embrace these values ​​and are excited to announce our participation in the historic and world-famous LA Pride Parade.For the first time, our team and Starship robots will proudly march in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community. This demonstrates our unwavering support and commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment where all employees can grow into their full selves.We aim to make a big statement at LA Pride as our Starship robot takes to the vibrant and vibrant streets of Los…

the goal, firefly light and disney They have all faced backlash over their support for the LGBTQ community. Companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Starbucks pay travel expenses for employees to seek abortions in states where it is currently illegal. Nike faced boycott threats over its support of Colin Kaepernick. Levi Strauss supported gun control efforts. All of these examples highlight a profound shift in the tone of corporate America, with more big brands selling not only their products but also their value.It wasn’t always like this. Indeed, when asked by The New York Times during the civil rights movement whether…

Companies must identify and, where appropriate, prevent, halt, or reduce the negative impacts of their activities on human rights and the environment, including child labor, slavery, labor exploitation, pollution, environmental degradation, and biodiversity loss. You will be asked for it. They also need to monitor and assess the impact of their value chain partners, including not only suppliers but also areas such as sales, distribution, transportation, storage and waste management. The new rules apply to EU-based companies with more than 500 employees and a global turnover of more than 40 million euros, regardless of industry, including financial services, with 250…

Pop quiz: How does your social stack up against your closest competitors? Seems straightforward, but how much of your team’s knowledge is based on assumptions vs. data-driven insights? Measuring success on social media is tricky. Should you be happy about those 100 retweets? Is a 2.4% engagement rate on Instagram cause for concern or celebration? Comparing likes, shares and other performance metrics doesn’t mean much in a vacuum. You need context. And that’s where competitive benchmarking comes in. Social data doesn’t just dictate your content strategy—according to The 2023 State of Social Media Report ™, 92% of leaders believe social…

TAMPA (BLOOM) – Social media has become an essential part of our lives, with billions of people using it to connect with friends and family, share experiences, and even find love. I am. Social media has undoubtedly changed the way we communicate and interact, but it has also had a huge impact on our relationships. This article explores the positive and negative effects of social media on modern relationships, examines how social media is impacting our love lives, and provides strategies for managing social media in relationships. This section explains. The positive impact of social media on modern relationships Let’s…

Tampa (Broome) – Social media has become an essential part of our lives, with billions of people using it to connect with friends and family, share experiences, and even find love. Social media has undoubtedly changed the way we communicate and interact, but it has also had a huge impact on our relationships. This article explores the positive and negative effects of social media on modern relationships, examines how social media is impacting our love lives, and provides strategies for managing social media in relationships. This section explains. The positive impact of social media on modern relationships Let’s start with…