On the Radar: AI School Troubles, #UV and Social Media Bans
Does using AI count as cheating? Why are kids interested in the UV index? And how might a social media ban negatively impact some teens?
On the Radar: ‘Glow Up’ Passports, Unsafe Hiking Trends and the Swype Vape Phone
“Glow up” passports are holding up travelers. Hiking trends on social media are putting folks at risk. And a new vape/phone goes viral.
Parental Controls: Instagram
Instagram’s account supervision allows parents to come alongside their teens to create an experience that is safer and more meaningful.
On the Radar: ‘Mewing’, ‘Almond Daughters’ and ‘Algo-Speak’
Why are boys “mewing”? What are “almond daughters”? Plus, some “algo-speak” terms parents should know.
‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Is the Only Marvel Film of 2024. And It’s Rated R.
The rest of the MCU has been PG-13 up to this point. Deadpool has not. So how might parents tackle this new R-rated MCU flick?
Movie Monday: ‘Twisters’ Blows Competition Away
Twisters is off to a whirlwind start. But Despicable Me 4 and Inside Out 2 are still performing well.
On the Radar: ‘Pebbling,’ Digital Self-Harm and ‘Septum Arms’
Why are teens “pebbling”? How can parents respond to digital self-harm? And why are “septum arms” trending?
TikTok’s Influence on Music Isn’t Exactly Wholesome
Some TikTok videos may seem fine on the surface. But what happens when the creators or songs behind them are a bit more risque?
On the Radar: ‘Hot Jesus,’ Spotify’s Social Shift and Starbucks Drinks Teens Should Avoid
“Hot Jesus” is trending on social media. Spotify adds a potentially problematic comments section. And Starbucks releases uber-caffeinated drinks.
On the Radar: Melatonin Gummy Misuse, Noplace, and ‘Performative Friendships’
Can you become too reliant on melatonin? What’s going on with Noplace, the new social media app? And what are “performative friendships”?