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On the Radar: Meta Loses, ‘Auramaxxing’ and Sugary Drinks
Meta and YouTube lost a landmark social media case. What is the “auramaxxing” trend? How are sugary drinks increasing anxiety?
Reflecting on ‘The AI Doc,’ or How I Didn’t Change My Mind About Apocaloptimism
Daniel Roher’s ‘The AI Doc’ reminds us that we aren’t in control. But really, neither is artificial intelligence.
Are Video Games Changing the Way People Travel?
You might think that a love of video games would lend itself to getting out of the house less. But it seems that’s not always the case …
‘Project Hail Mary’ and the Best Book-to-Movie Adaptations (VIDEO)
Paul, Bob and Kennedy talk ‘Project Hail Mary’ and discusses about the ticklish task of bringing beloved books to the big screen.
Movie Monday: ‘Project Hail Mary’ Amazes Box Office
‘Project Hail Mary’ shot like a rocket to the top of the box office the moment it released, eclipsing ‘Hoppers’ completely.
On the Radar: Sleeping In, ‘Slot Machine Apps’ and Phone-Shaming
Sleeping in on weekends can protect mental health. “Slot machine apps” drive us to our phones in addictive ways. Kids are phone-shaming their parents over screentime habits.
Deepfakes and the Struggle to Take It Down
Laws might make it harder for AI deepfakes to harm innocents, but we should still talk to our kids about potential dangers.
Five Reasons to Join Plugged In for Screen Fast 2026
The average teen spends around eight and a half hours daily on a screen—and let’s be honest, we adults aren’t much better …
2026 Oscars Reaction Roundtable (VIDEO)
Plugged In discusses the 2026 Oscars—the good, the bad and everything in between. Check out our thoughts on the winners and more!
Movie Monday: ‘Hoppers’ Clones Another Box Office Win
‘Hoppers’ continued its buck-toothed box office beating of the competition this week, despite two newcomers giving it their best shot.
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