Tag: Social media
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The Dark Side of Connection: Exploring the Adverse Effects of Social Media
While social media platforms have revolutionized the way we connect and share information, their impact isn’t without its downsides. Alongside undeniable benefits, social media use can lead to a range of adverse effects on individuals and society as a whole. Let’s delve deeper into some of these potential drawbacks: Global Lubricants Giant Gulf Oil Enters…
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Twitter logo changed to ‘X’: What’s going on in Elon Musk’s Mind Now?
Elon Musk is the richest man on earth and is still doing wonders. He is known for his shocking style and sharp mind. He recently bought Twitter for 43 billion dollars. Since that day, Elon Musk has made several changes and is trying to create a huge change in the digital world. Recently, Elon Musk…
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Social Media and Weight loss, What’s the Connection?
According to researchers, social media can play a key role in losing weight. A study focused on thirty-three participants struggling to lose weight through surgical and non-surgical means, who shared their weight loss journey on social media, were confirmed to be more committed in their efforts than those who did not blog about their journey.…
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Taking a break
There is to much clamor around us. The TV, youtube channels, multiple social media platforms & to top it off, the mobile phones addicting all generations to messaging, WhatsApp groups on multidimensional subjects-demanding attention twenty-four seven. The younger generation, in particular, tends to rely more on virtual friends and online interactions rather than connecting with…
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Human Trafficking and the Role played by Social Media
Human trafficking practices, likened to “modern day slavery” by Dr. Melissa Withers, an Associate Professor of global health at the University of South California’s Online Master of Public Health program, are bolstered by the rising involvement of social media in everyday lives. Withers argues social media helps to promote human trafficking across the globe. Ideally…
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No Sacrifice Videos On Social Media In Wrong Way: Police Warns
India: Gautam Buddh Nagar Police Commissioner Laxmi Singh and District Magistrate Manish Verma held a meeting with religious leaders from Noida and Greater Noida on Monday, ahead of the Islamic festival of Eid-ul Azha (Bakrid) and the Hindu Kanwar Yatra. The two officials appealed to the religious leaders for their support in maintaining peace and…
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“The Illiterate”
Most people in Pakistan have stopped reading & researching. Their awareness on issues is zilch. They either depend on forwarded info (read uneducated opinion) on WhatsApp groups or read those tacky blogs which puts reading time on top stating, ‘Reading time 2 minutes’, or slightly more. The Illiterate will jump into a discussion after reading…
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PTI’s KP Social Media Operational Head resigns
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI)’s KP (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa) social media operational head Bilal Ahmed Khan has resigned. After the success of the no-confidence motion against Imran Khan, ever since he left the prime minister (PM)’s chair till date, the social media wing of PTI workers has heavily criticized State institutions on social media. It has been observed…
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TikTok introduces a new way to refresh For You feed recommendations
Pakistan, 03 April 2023: Popular short-video platform TikTok has announced a new feature that allows users to refresh their For You feed if they feel that their recommendations are no longer relevant. This new feature is part of TikTok’s ongoing efforts to ensure an enjoyable viewing experience for its users while also enabling self-expression. The…
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Utah restricts social media use without parental consent
SALT LAKE CITY: The Utah governor has signed a law placing restrictions on social media platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and others for minors to ensure they have parental approval. According to reports, Governor Spencer Cox signed the law to ensure under-eighteens do not have access to social media without explicit parental permission, especially on…