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‘Brain rot’ is Oxford’s 2024 word of the year. What does that say about society?
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‘Brain rot’ is Oxford’s 2024 word of the year. What does that say about society?

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This Northeastern student wants to stop the social media doom scrolling and help people to enjoy London’s nightlife with his new app
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This Northeastern student wants to stop the social media doom scrolling and help people to enjoy London’s nightlife with his new app

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Northeastern data scientist used social media and AI to detect PTSD symptoms in COVID-19 survivors
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Northeastern data scientist used social media and AI to detect PTSD symptoms in COVID-19 survivors

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Constitution Day lecture dives into the muddy reality of free speech, public health and the First Amendment
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Constitution Day lecture dives into the muddy reality of free speech, public health and the First Amendment

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What’s the secret to a good social media strategy? Northeastern summit provides attendees with best practices and latest trends
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What’s the secret to a good social media strategy? Northeastern summit provides attendees with best practices and latest trends

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Banned in Brazil: The world is moving toward greater regulation of social media, two Northeastern experts say
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Banned in Brazil: The world is moving toward greater regulation of social media, two Northeastern experts say

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From Wendy’s to Popeyes and Five Guys, experts explain why US fast food chains are making a comeback in the UK
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From Wendy’s to Popeyes and Five Guys, experts explain why US fast food chains are making a comeback in the UK

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Donald Trump is courting influencers like Logan Paul and Adin Ross. What does that say about campaigning in 2024?
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Donald Trump is courting influencers like Logan Paul and Adin Ross. What does that say about campaigning in 2024?

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Expert advice: Coping strategies for navigating the 24-hour news cycle
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Expert advice: Coping strategies for navigating the 24-hour news cycle

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‘Digital phenotyping’ project studying social media’s effects on adolescents expands to include character development

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‘Digital phenotyping’ project studying social media’s effects on adolescents expands to include character development

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Instagram Reels or TikTok, which delivers more racy videos to teenagers? New Northeastern research provides answers
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Instagram Reels or TikTok, which delivers more racy videos to teenagers? New Northeastern research provides answers

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The US surgeon general wants a warning label on social media. Here’s why this may not work, according to Northeastern experts
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The US surgeon general wants a warning label on social media. Here’s why this may not work, according to Northeastern experts

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