TikTok health hacks promising to change the taste and smell of female genitals are more sour than sweet
Can eating lots of pineapple change the smell and taste of the vulva and vagina? An expert examines the latest fruity vaginal health hack.
The Conversation > Social MediaIn the fog of the video streaming wars, job losses and business closures are imminent
The video streaming industry has reached a tipping point.
The Conversation > Social MediaAnnouncing Kate Middleton’s cancer diagnosis should have been simple. But the palace let it get out of hand
What should have been a simple announcement to a sympathetic public turned into a spider’s web of conspiracy theories across social media. How did it all go so terribly wrong?
The Conversation > Social MediaCatherine Chidgey’s revealing, uncomfortable novels bridge worlds. Is she New Zealand’s latest global literary star?
Catherine Chidgey’s disquieting, award-winning novel The Axeman’s Carnival explores the disintegrating relationship of a rural couple from the perspective of their pet magpie, Tama.
The Conversation > Social MediaWhat do Russians talk about on social media? Vladimir Putin dominates, while political friends and foes trail in the far distance
Putin and his cronies, as well as Biden and an array of Kremlin foes and the odd pop singer make up most discussion on Russia’s social media sites.
The Conversation > Social MediaThe Online Harms Act doesn’t go far enough to protect democracy in Canada
Algorithms that amplify or suppress particular kinds of messages should be seen as a source of harm.
The Conversation > Social MediaSupreme Court’s questions about First Amendment cases show support for ‘free trade in ideas’
These cases have asked the justices to consider how to apply some of the most sweeping constitutional protections – those of free speech – to an extremely complex online communication environment.
The Conversation > Social MediaOnline wellness content: 3 ways to tell evidence-based health information from pseudoscience
How do we distinguish between valuable information from legitimate health experts, and pseudoscientific nonsense from unscrupulous wellness influencers?
The Conversation > Social MediaIs TikTok’s parent company an agent of the Chinese state? In China Inc., it’s a little more complicated
In China, ‘private’ businesses aren’t entirely private and the ultimate boss is the CCP, not the CEO.
The Conversation > Social MediaYes, Kate Middleton’s photo was doctored. But so are a lot of images we see today
The Princess of Wales is caught in a social media storm after the release of a clearly edited photo. But image editing is increasingly common, and your phone can even do it without you knowing.
The Conversation > Social MediaChinese migration to US is nothing new – but the reasons for recent surge at Southern border are
A gloomier economic outlook in China and tightening state control have combined with the influence of social media in encouraging migration.
The Conversation > Social MediaPublishing Taylor Swift’s flight information: Is it stalking or protected free speech?
A college junior who has gained a following by sharing high-profile people’s private flight information says that he is sharing public information. Others, like Taylor Swift, say that he is stalking.
The Conversation > Social MediaTargeted social media ads are influencing our behaviour – and the government uses them too
The Home Office has proposed paying influencers to discourage migrants from coming to the UK.
The Conversation > Social MediaHow Tumblr raised a generation of feminists
Since its conception in 2007, Tumblr has developed a reputation for its appeal to marginalised users.
The Conversation > Social MediaNicotine pouches are being marketed to young people on social media. But are they safe, or even legal?
Nicotine pouches are placed between the lip and gum, and users absorb the nicotine in their mouths. Although these products don’t contain tobacco, this doesn’t mean they’re safe.
The Conversation > Social MediaSo, you’ve been scammed by a deepfake. What can you do?
Deepfake scams are on the rise – but can their victims claim compensation? The legal landscape is still developing.
The Conversation > Social MediaMothers’ dieting habits and self-talk have profound impact on daughters − 2 psychologists explain how to cultivate healthy behaviors and body image
Adopting healthy behaviors and thought patterns around food and nutrition takes time and intentional effort. But it will lead to more lasting change and positive outcomes than quick-fix dieting will.
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