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Spanish Gen Z: Political Polarization, Pessimism, and the Rise of the Far Right

Antoni Gutiérrez-Rubí's study on Spanish Gen Z reveals high political polarization, pessimism about the future, and disillusionment with traditional politics, leading to increased support for far-right parties, especially among men, and amplified by social media algorithms.

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bbc.com
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Limited Use of Welsh on Social Media by Young People Highlights Challenges and Opportunities

A recent survey of 1600 Welsh children and young people revealed that while attitudes toward the Welsh language are generally positive, its use on social media is limited, with 80% using English even when communicating with other Welsh speakers; however, usage increases in settings such as sports.

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taz.de
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Loneliness Linked to Political Apathy Among Young Germans

Two new studies reveal a significant link between loneliness and political apathy among young Germans, with 45% of 16–30-year-olds and over 20% of children aged 5–11 reporting feelings of loneliness, potentially leading to political disengagement and radicalization.

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dw.com
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Offline Club's Global Rise Reflects Growing Concerns About Social Media's Impact

The Offline Club, a Dutch group with nearly 530,000 Instagram followers, promotes disconnecting from social media through gatherings where phones are left behind; this concept has expanded globally, reflecting concerns about excessive technology use and its impact on mental health.

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Good Health and Well-being
dw.com
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Offline Club's Global Rise Reflects Growing Concerns Over Social Media's Impact

The Dutch-founded Offline Club, with nearly 530,000 Instagram followers, organizes offline meetings globally to combat excessive screen time, reflecting a growing youth dissatisfaction with social media's negative impact on mental health; governments are exploring regulatory responses.

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zeit.de
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Soaring Nitrous Oxide Poisonings in Germany Prompt Call for Nationwide Sales Ban

The Lower Saxony Chamber of Physicians is urging for a nationwide ban on nitrous oxide sales due to a drastic increase in poisonings, rising from an average of 2-3 cases annually before 2022 to 48 cases in 2024, with the new health minister supporting restrictions.

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nrc.nl
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Arnhem Mayor Calls for Asylum Policy Overhaul Amidst Rise in Youth Crime

Dozens of unaccompanied Syrian minors in Arnhem, facing prolonged uncertainty about their residency status, are increasingly involved in violence and theft, prompting the mayor to call for policy changes and increased support.

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nrc.nl
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Dutch Teen Vaping Rates Surge, Raising Public Health Concerns

The number of vaping teenagers in the Netherlands has increased again in 2024, with 7.6% of 12-18 year-olds reporting e-cigarette use, compared to 6.1% in 2023 and 3.7% in 2022; 40% of vaping 12-16 year-olds report being addicted.

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zeit.de
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Loneliness Among Young People Undermines Faith in Democracy, Study Finds

A Bertelsmann Stiftung study shows a strong correlation between loneliness and dissatisfaction with democracy among young people in Germany; 76 percent of those reporting strong loneliness feel politicians ignore their concerns, compared to 61 percent of non-lonely participants.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
dw.com
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Offline Club's Global Growth Highlights Concerns Over Technology Overuse

An Instagram club with nearly 530,000 members promotes offline meetings to combat technology overuse, expanding from the Netherlands to cities worldwide, reflecting concerns about social media's negative mental health impacts and prompting policy discussions on age limits and school restrictions.

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sueddeutsche.de
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German Police Arrest Five, Including 14-Year-Old, in Far-Right Terror Plot

German authorities arrested five suspects, including a 14-year-old, for allegedly belonging to a far-right terrorist group, "Last Defense Wave," which planned attacks on asylum shelters and left-wing targets to undermine the German government; the arrests involved over 220 police officers across mul...

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theguardian.com
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Survey: Nearly Half of Young Britons Prefer Life Without Internet

A British Standards Institution survey of 1,293 young people (16-21) found that 46% would prefer a world without the internet, citing negative impacts on mental health and the prevalence of online deception; 70% reported feeling worse after social media use; and 50% support a digital curfew.

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