Impact of Technological Change on Mental Health

Biologist Richard Dawkins suggests that rising cases of mental illness in developed countries may be due to the rapid rate of technological change, but research findings are inconclusive. Studies show mixed results on the impact of technology on mental health, with some suggesting a more positive outlook.

Conspiracy Theories and the Trump Rally Shooting

After a shooting incident at a Trump rally, various conspiracy theories emerged online, blaming different groups and individuals. The prevalence of conspiracy theories in American history is highlighted, with examples ranging from JFK's assassination to 9/11. The article also touches on the global spread of conspiracy theories fueled by the internet and the Covid pandemic.

Carlo Acutis' Potential Canonization

Italian teenager Carlo Acutis, known for spreading the word of God online, could be canonized by the end of 2025 by Pope Francis after being credited with two miracles since his death from leukemia in 2006.

Impact of Internet Use on Well-being

A large international study by the University of Oxford found that people with access to the internet scored 8% higher in measures of well-being compared to those without access. The positive correlation between well-being and internet use was consistent across various models used in the analysis.

Belgian boy wins seagull screeching competition

A 9-year-old boy from Belgium wins a seagull screeching competition, capturing the internet's attention.

Google Settlement on Incognito Mode Privacy

Google settles a lawsuit regarding the privacy of users in Incognito mode in Chrome browser. Incognito mode doesn't make your activities invisible to search engines or other third parties. Private browsing mode doesn't prevent websites from seeing your location or stop your internet service provider from logging your activities. Using a virtual private network can help protect your IP address. It's unlikely that you're truly anonymous online.

Internet Subsidy Program Extension

The White House is pushing Congress to extend an internet subsidy program before it runs out of money, potentially causing millions of households to lose internet access. The program helps lower-income families save on their monthly internet bills.

SpaceX's Starlink Internet Service

SpaceX's Starlink high-speed internet service is being illegally traded and activated in countries without agreements, posing national security concerns. The black market misuse of Starlink raises questions about accountability and regulation by the private company.