On the Radar: 150 Friends, ‘41’ and Taylor Swift’s Uncensored Album
Researchers suggest humans can’t maintain more than 150 friendships. Why are kids saying “41”? Just how bad is the uncensored version of Taylor Swift’s ‘Life of a Showgirl’?
Merriam-Webster Creates the Best Large Language Model Yet
Is the famous dictionary delving into the realm of AI … or not?
On the Radar: ‘Locking In,’ AI Social Media and False Nutrition Advice
Teens want to “lock in” to their goals. What does that even mean? OpenAI and Meta release AI-based social media apps. How to identify false nutrition advice on social media.
AI and Christianity
Is it OK for Christians to use AI? If so, how can we do so ethically and responsibly, without compromising our faith or values?
On the Radar: Taylor Swift, ‘Lock-In’ and Instagram Parental Controls
The hype behind Taylor Swift’s upcoming album shows her pop culture impact. TikTok’s “Lock-In” challenge is all about focusing on goals. Instagram continues to receive heat for poor parental controls.
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.
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?
On the Radar: ‘Chopped,’ AI Parental Controls and ‘Testosterone Maxxing’
How do you know if you’re “chopped?” Open AI and Meta work toward making their AI chatbots safer for teens. Why teen boys are vulnerable to “testosterone maxxing” content.
Director of ‘Testament’ Talks Inspiration, Emotional Impact and the Book of Acts
Director Paul Syrstad talks with Plugged In about ‘Testament,’ a new series based on the Book of Acts.
On the Radar: Teenage Transgenderism, Labubus and SYBAU
How many U.S. teens identify as transgender? What in the world is a “Labubu?” Why are teens lying about the meaning of SYBAU?
