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Why Are Teens So Lonely?
Studies show that teens are the loneliest people in the world. Does technology play a role in that?

Iron Man – The MCU’s First AND Best? | Plugged In Rewind
It’s hard to believe it will soon be 20 years since Robert Downey Jr. first donned Tony Stark’s iconic red and gold armor …

Movie Monday: ‘Him’ Scores a Meager Box Office Touchdown
A slow box office allowed ‘Him,’ a sports horror movie containing far more content than necessary, to secure an easy touchdown.

On the Radar: Online Predators, ‘Dih’ and Parents on Social Media
Kids are being targeted online younger and younger. “Dih” is slang for a profanity. Why some online parenting trends are problematic.

The Theology Of … Warhammer 40K
In Warhammer 40K, soldiers swing charges of heresy just as much as they do chainswords. So let’s take a look at that theological backdrop.

Is Roblox Safe for Kids?
Plugged In discusses the controversies surrounding Roblox and attempts to answer the question: “Is Roblox safe for kids?”

Movie Monday: ‘Infinity Castle’ Slays at the Box Office
The Demon Slayer franchise came out on top this weekend after slicing its way into audience pockets and movie theater screens.

On the Radar: Videos Depicting Fatal Shootings, Spotify’s Messages and SDIYBT
How can you protect your kids from accidentally seeing videos of real-life fatal shootings? Spotify’s new direct messaging feature could be dangerous for underage users. What does SDIYBT mean?

‘Light of the World’ Producer Talks Art, Animation and Evangelism
Light of the World premiered nationwide last weekend, earning more than $2.4 million. For many a filmmaker, that premiere is the culmination of the movie’s own story …

Is Society Broken? And is Entertainment Helping to Break It?
Violence seems at our door more often than ever. And as a nation grapples with yet another instance of it, could entertainment be a cause?
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