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Retiring YouTubers Expose a Problem—and the Solution
With so many YouTubers expressing why they’re pursuing some form of retirement, hopefully kids who dream of YouTube glory will consider the cost that comes with the gig.
Parental Controls: Peacock
We’re kicking off 2024 with this parental controls tutorial for Peacock, the home of The Office, Monk, Ted, Genie and more.
Movie Monday: ‘Argylle’ Wins, But Not in a Good Way
Argylle took home $18 million to win the box office this weekend. But since the film took $200 million to make, that’s not saying much.
On the Radar: Sephora Babies, Gamer Hearing Loss and Birthday Cake Burning
What’s a Sephora Baby? Why are people burning birthday cakes on social media? And how are video games contributing to hearing loss?
Plugged In Movie Awards: Best Movies for Teens (2024)
It’s time for the Plugged In Movie Awards! This week, our nominees for Best Movie for Teens.
The Plugged In Show, Episode 219: ‘The Finals’ and Other Online Shooting Games
Why are folks drawn to shooter games like ‘The Finals’ and ‘Fortnite’? And is Gracie Abrams’ music right for your family?
Tech Trends: Social Media Repeats and the Taylor Swift Deepfake
Social media is up to its old tricks yet again. Plus, how might the attack on Taylor Swift affect the rest of us?
Dry January. Only the Beginning?
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism reports that although youth drink less often than adults, when they do drink, they drink more.
Movie Monday: ‘The Beekeeper’ Buzzes to No. 1
After two weeks at No. 2, The Beekeeper–Jason Statham’s latest actioner—buzzed up to No. 1 and gave its competitors … hives.
On the Radar: ‘Palworld,’ Teen Overdoses and Part-Time Jobs
Palworld has gone viral amid controversy. An average of 22 teens died every week in 2022. And teens with part-time jobs are at a 14-year high.
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