Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt on how technology is reshaping society

Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt, author of "The Anxious Generation," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explain how modern technology and life online are contributing to a "great re-wiring" in society ...

How Technology and Loneliness are Interlinked

Technology and loneliness are interlinked, researchers have found, stoked by the ways we interact with social media, text messaging and binge-watching.

Tech - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Huuuge social casino veteran unveils AI-focused Beyond startup and Decor Society

Huuuge founder Anton Gauffin has started Beyond, which is building a fashion game called Decor Society tapping generative AI.

Tech - VentureBeat - October 24

How RFK Jr. could reshape U.S. health policy

President-elect Donald Trump has offered Robert F. Kennedy Jr. the Health and Human Services secretary role. Kennedy faced several controversies during his White House bid, including a conspiracy ...

F1 championships are increasingly being decided by how teams use new technology

With the cost-cap limiting budgets to $135 million per year, automating repetitive tasks is crucial to ensuring teams are using their resources efficiently.

Business - CNBC - October 29

How Researchers Are Using Geospatial Technology to Uncover Mexico's Clandestine Graves

Thousands of hidden graves contain the bodies of the disappeared all across Mexico. Using drones, hyperspectral imaging, and other technologies, scientists and members of the public are uncovering ...

Tech - Wired - November 1

How technology is being used to preserve memories at risk from climate disasters

When climate disasters hit, important memories stored in photos and other artifacts can be lost forever. Dave Malkoff takes a look at how technology is being used to help preserve those memories.

Star Psychologist Adam Grant Just Explained How Not to Lose Your Mind With Anxiety Before Election Day

Adam Grant draws on recent neuroscience research to offer a simple plan to beat back anxiety and stay sane until election day.

Business - Inc. - October 22

Here's how the winner of the 2024 US presidential election did it | Jonathan Freedland

We don’t yet know whether Donald Trump or Kamala Harris will prevail in Tuesday’s contest – but when we do, it won’t feel hard to explain. Here’s one prediction about the US election you can take ...

World - The Guardian - November 1

How fierce Trump ally Kash Patel could help reshape the FBI or Justice Department

Trump ally Kash Patel, a former Defense Department official who wants to end the "Deep State," could make big changes if he's given a top spot at the FBI or DOJ.

AI’s math problem: FrontierMath benchmark shows how far technology still has to go

FrontierMath, a new benchmark from Epoch AI, challenges advanced AI systems with complex math problems, revealing how far AI still has to go before achieving true human-level reasoning.

Tech - VentureBeat - 3 days ago

How Trump Could Bankrupt Social Security

Retirement benefits for millions of Americans are on the line.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 24

Think you know how bad Trump unleashed will be? Look at the evidence: it will be even worse | Jonathan Freedland

The last time was awful, but now that seems a mere dress rehearsal. From a public health crisis to the end of Nato, the threats are clear. Are you ready for Trump unbound? You may have thought the ...

World - The Guardian - 6 days ago

How culture and social media are shaping the 2024 presidential race

Dr. Marcus Collins, author of "For the Culture," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the influence of social media on voter decision-making. With 19 days left in the race, a CBS News poll reveals ...

Social Media Swallowed Gen Z. This Film Shows Exactly How

Lauren Greenfield, director of the docuseries Social Studies, says we have to have empathy for teens growing up online. “It's not fair to ask them to self-regulate when the apps have been designed ...

Tech - Wired - October 18

How to create a healthy relationship between kids and social media

Larissa May, the founder and CEO of "Half the Story," talks about how the nonprofit teaches kids about digital wellness and fostering a healthier relationship with social media.

How your favorite social media apps are preparing for election conspiracies

Social media companies are under intense pressure to squash the spread of disinformation on their platforms during the 2024 elections

Business - CNBC - November 5

Clinical psychologist Cynthia Martin on discussing ASD's impact

As autism rates steadily increase, clinical psychologist Cynthia Martin joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to share tips on opening supportive conversations with family and friends about autism spectrum ...

Psychologist Reacts to Silent Hill 2's Endings

Alexander Kriss is a clinical psychologist and author based in New York, and has written extensively about games, and the effect games can have on their players. He's also a lifelong fan of Silent ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 30

The sports psychologist making a difference with a dog and a bench at Brentford

Michael Caulfield opens up the place where Bees’ players and staff are happy to air their thoughts and anxieties. “Any chance?” asks Michael Caulfield, Brentford’s sports psychologist, and with ...

World - The Guardian - November 3

Jonathan Lemire leaving Politico

Journalist Jonathan Lemire is leaving Politico, the outlet confirmed Friday. Lemire had been serving as Politico's White House bureau chief and has risen to prominence in the Washington press corps ...

Politics - The Hill - November 1

Climate change reshapes cities, both environmentally and financially

In thousands of U.S. towns and cities, worsening climate threats — largely due to fossil fuels — trap cities in a paradox. Big cities like Houston and Tampa, Fla., and smaller ones like Port ...

Politics - The Hill - October 25

Ukraine Is Striking Deeper Inside Russia---and Reshaping the War

Ukrainian officials and some of their Western backers increasingly see the pain of drone and other long-range strikes inside Russia’s borders as a game-changer that could force President Vladimir ...

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 26

Prediction Markets Could Reshape Elections Forever

Kalshi, Polymarket, and Robinhood give bettors and gamblers a say on who takes the White House.

Business - Inc. - October 29

Israel unbound: the campaign to reshape the Middle East

Buoyed by military gains, Benjamin Netanyahu now wants to dismantle Iran’s forces across the region

World - Financial Times - November 5

Meet Musk's Fixer, the Powerful Executive Reshaping Tesla

Omead Afshar, known for his ability to mind-meld with the CEO, steps into the prominent role as the auto business confronts challenges.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 4

5 ways Trump could reshape the economy

Businesses are bracing for President-elect Trump and the ways he is aiming to reshape the U.S. economy during his second term. Stocks have rallied since Tuesday as traders expect a Trump ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Psychologist behind controversial "Stanford Prison Experiment" dies at 91

Stanford University says the psychologist behind the controversial "Stanford Prison Experiment" has died.

Psychologist Reacts to Silent Hill 2's Characters and Themes

Alexander Kriss is a clinical psychologist and author based in New York, and has written extensively about why we play games, and the effect games can have on their players. He's also a lifelong ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 24

A Psychologist Explains Why Americans Spend Billions to Scare Themselves Silly on Halloween

Why do Americans shell out north of $12 billion on Halloween? A psychologist explains the appeal of scaring ourselves silly.

Business - Inc. - October 25

Risk of vigilantes as justice system ‘on the brink’, warns Law Society head

Danger that people in England and Wales take matters ‘into their own hands’, says Richard Atkinson

Business - Financial Times - October 27

Sweden and Norway rethink cashless society plans over Russia security fears

Rise in hybrid warfare and cyber-attacks blamed on pro-Russia groups prompt Nordic neighbours to backpedal . Sweden and Norway are backpedalling on plans for cashless societies over fears that ...

World - The Guardian - October 30

True crime's popularity brings real change for defendants and society. It's not all good

In 1989, Americans were riveted by the shotgun murders of Jose and Kitty Menendez in their Beverly Hills mansion by their own children

Entertainment - ABC News - November 3

You can work at McDonald's and still become a millionaire, a financial psychologist says

Adopting a "rich mindset" can help anyone boost their net worth, according to behavioral finance expert Brad Klontz.

Business - CNBC - 5 days ago

'Taking revenge on society': Deadly car attack sparks questions in China

Many online are raising questions about a recent spate of public violence, as officials continue to censor discussion.

The Spin | Keeping cricket societies buoyant through winter is vital for future of the sport

Off-season events need more support with the English game going through its latest existential crisis. Hidden behind trees in the gloom of dimly lit street lamps, the Lees Hall Golf Club is easy to ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday

How Did Mark Cuban ‘Save’ Kevin O’Leary? Research Uncovers the Emotional (and Professional) Power of Strong Social Ties

Studies show friends can help you live a longer, happier life—and can impact your professional success.

Business - Inc. - October 21

How Trump ally Elon Musk is using social media to prime voter mistrust

CBS News analysis finds tech billionaire and Trump supporter Elon Musk has amassed billions of views in posts on X about election fraud conspiracies.

'Make China Great Again': How China's social media views the U.S. election

NBC News' Janis Mackey Frayer reports from Beijing on an apparent difference of opinion between the Chinese government and the country's social media over the best outcome from the U.S. ...

Politics - NBC News - October 23

Australia to ban under-16s from social media – but can’t say how TikTok, Instagram and others will enforce it

Meta says it will comply if required, but the technology is not ready to enforce proposed age limit across up to 40 apps. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our ...

World - The Guardian - November 7

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