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Pythons Have Surprising Social Lives
Ball pythons were long assumed to be solitary, but scientists discovered the snakes in captivity prefer each others’ company when given the chance to live socially.Science - The New York Times - November 13 -
On Social Media, Young Voters Focus on Community
Mutual aid, grass-roots organizing and a belief that people need to take care of each other have been popular topics on social media.Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 9 -
Why the Social Media Reaction to Trump’s Election May Be Different From 2016
In 2016, online platforms were awash in calls to protest the day after Donald J. Trump’s victory. On Wednesday, many said it seemed like business as usual.Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 8 -
Roblox Is Putting Restrictions On Kids In Social Hangouts
Roblox may be one of the most popular gaming platforms in the world, but it's also been repeatedly accused of failing to protect children who use it from would-be predators. Last summer, Roblox ...Tech - GameSpot - November 8 -
Australia plans world's first social media ban for under-16s
The government says it wants to mitigate the "harm" social media is inflicting on children.Top stories - BBC News - November 7 -
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 electionsBusiness - CNBC - November 5 -
Buddy raises $1.1M for social utility app
Buddy, a social utility app designed to get you off your phone, announced a $1.1 million pre-seed funding round.Tech - VentureBeat - November 4 -
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How Trump Could Bankrupt Social Security
Retirement benefits for millions of Americans are on the line.Top stories - The New York Times - October 24 -
Will Social Security be solvent under Trump or Harris?
Social Security is under threat regardless of who wins the election, but an analysis says Trump's agenda would drain the fund more quickly than Harris' plan.Top stories - ABC News - October 23
