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Surgeon General Wants Social Media to Include Warning of Mental Health Risks

Surgeon General Wants, Social Media to Include , Warning of Mental Health Risks. On June 17, Surgeon General Vivek Murthy called on Congress to require social media platforms to give users a tobacco-style warning. . On June 17, Surgeon General Vivek Murthy called on Congress to require social media platforms to give users a tobacco-style warning. . NBC reports that Murthy warned that the mental health crisis among young Americans has become an urgent problem, citing social media as "an important contributor.". NBC reports that Murthy warned that the mental health crisis among young Americans has become an urgent problem, citing social media as "an important contributor.". According to Murthy, the warning would include language that alerts users to potential mental health harms associated with using social media. A surgeon general’s warning label, which requires congressional action, would regularly remind parents and adolescents that social media has not been proved safe, Vivek Murthy, U.S. Surgeon General, via NBC. Evidence from tobacco labels shows that surgeon general’s warnings can increase awareness and change behavior, Vivek Murthy, U.S. Surgeon General, via NBC. Murthy reportedly went on to acknowledge that a warning alone has limitations and fails to make social media safe. In an op-ed published in 'The New York Times,' Murthy linked the amount of time spent using social media with an increased risk for children to develop anxiety and depression. In an op-ed published in 'The New York Times,' Murthy linked the amount of time spent using social media with an increased risk for children to develop anxiety and depression. According to the American Psychological Association, teens spend around five hours a day on popular platforms like Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. . In his 'NYT' op-ed, Murthy called on all social media platforms to "proactively enhance and contribute to the mental health and well-being of our children.". One 2019 study found that the number of teens with suicidal thoughts increased 47% between 2008 and 2017, a period which also saw social media use soar.

John Oliver’s Last Week Tonight Censored In India For Criticizing PM Modi

In a concerning development, John Oliver's Last Week Tonight has been censored in India after criticizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This censorship raises serious questions about freedom of speech and expression in the country. The recent episode, unavailable on platforms like Jio Cinema and YouTube, is just the latest instance of content critical of the government being suppressed. Join us as we delve into the details of this censorship, explore Oliver's critique of Modi's policies and actions, and discuss the broader implications for press freedom and government accountability in India. Stay informed on this pressing issue and join the conversation on defending democratic values. #johnoliver #johnoliverlastweektonight #lastweektonight #jiocinema #pressfreedom #narendramodi #bbcdocumentary #themodiquestion #disneyhotstar #oneindia #oneindianews ~ED.155~GR.318~GR.123~

YouTube Leaks Spark Concerns About Google Employee Access to Unpublished Videos

YouTube Leaks Spark Concerns , About Google Employee Access , to Unpublished Videos. Last week, PlayStation's lineup for the State of Play event was leaked shortly after the event was scheduled to appear on YouTube. Last week, PlayStation's lineup for the State of Play event was leaked shortly after the event was scheduled to appear on YouTube. The Verge reports that the leak has contributed to concerns regarding Google employees' access to videos before they go live. The issue was recently highlighted in reports by Insider Gaming and 404 Media. One of the leaks, which was noted by Tom Henderson of Insider Gaming, involved KSI's 2022 attempt to give away over $10,000 in Amazon gift cards. However, an internal YouTube investigation was started after KSI realized that all of the gift card codes had already been redeemed prior to the video going live. However, an internal YouTube investigation was started after KSI realized that all of the gift card codes had already been redeemed prior to the video going live. A similar internal investigation was opened after the trailer for GTA VI leaked online. . According to a report by 404 Media, a Google contractor was responsible for the 2017 Nintendo leak that revealed an early look at 'Yoshi's Crafted World.'. The Verge reports that an image of the game's trailer was posted to Reddit just ahead of its big reveal at E3. . The post contained an “admin.youtube.com” URL, which would suggest that an employee had accessed the video prior to its public release. According to a database entry reported on by 404 Media, Google confirmed that an employee had gained access to and deliberately leaked the video.

GameStop Rally Continues Following Return of 'Roaring Kitty'

GameStop Rally , Continues Following Return of, 'Roaring Kitty' . On June 3, meme stock GameStop rallied on rumors that Keith Gill, the inspiration for the stock's 2021 short squeeze, may be holding a significant share of the company. . NBC reports that Gill, otherwise known as Roaring Kitty on YouTube and X, posted a screenshot of what is believed to be his extensive GameStop portfolio of common shares and call options. . NBC reports that Gill, otherwise known as Roaring Kitty on YouTube and X, posted a screenshot of what is believed to be his extensive GameStop portfolio of common shares and call options. . According to the image shared on Reddit's r/SuperStonk forum, Gill is holding 5 million shares of GameStop with an estimated worth of $115.7 million. . According to the image shared on Reddit's r/SuperStonk forum, Gill is holding 5 million shares of GameStop with an estimated worth of $115.7 million. . The post also showed 120,000 call options with a strike price of $20. . On May 31, GameStop shares closed at $23.14. As a result of Roaring Kitty's post, shares in GameStop were up almost 84%, reaching $42.55 in premarket trading. NBC reports that around the same time as the Reddit post, Gill also made a cryptic post on X of a 'Reverse' card from the game 'Uno.'. NBC reports that around the same time as the Reddit post, Gill also made a cryptic post on X of a 'Reverse' card from the game 'Uno.'. Three weeks ago, Gill's first return to social media led to an initial rally for GameStop that saw shares more than double for the month of May. Three weeks ago, Gill's first return to social media led to an initial rally for GameStop that saw shares more than double for the month of May. In response to the May rally, GameStop capitalized by raising over $900 million in a stock sale. The rally comes as GameStop continues to struggle amid the transition away from brick-and-mortar video game stores and towards online gaming. . The rally comes as GameStop continues to struggle amid the transition away from brick-and-mortar video game stores and towards online gaming.