Why are young adults Britain’s loneliest generation? And what can be done?
Emily Hodson In February 2026, the Office for National Statistics found that 27% of 16 to 29-year-olds in Great Britain…
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Sweden to impose smartphone ban in schools to improve learning
Jheruleene Anne Ramos Sweden is set to impose a nationwide smartphone ban in schools starting from the 2026-27 academic year as…
Ten ways to stick to your digital detox in 2026
Adam Peaker With digitally focused terms like ‘ragebait’, ‘slop’, and ‘parasocial’ all making it to word of the year in…
AI-driven scarcity: why your new phone might be worse next year
Due to skyrocketing computer component prices amid the AI boom, tech companies worldwide will have to choose between…
The dangers of phones and social media explained – and how they are being addressed
Eleni Poulios In the modern age, it is normal for us to use phones and other means of technology on…
Surging screen time harms Nepali children’s development, say experts
Hyacinth Estrada Nepali health experts are becoming increasingly alarmed as children spend more time attached to their phones than ever…
Crowds enjoy ‘disconnected’ time after power cut hits Spain and Portugal
Rachel Walker Millions of people were caught in chaos on Monday after a mass blackout brought Spain and Portugal to…