1998 Predictions for 2025: Hits and Misses
A 1998 Gallup/USA Today poll predicted the future. See what Americans got right about Obama, pandemics, and tech, and where their optimism failed. A look back at foresight and anxiety.
A 1998 Gallup/USA Today poll predicted the future. See what Americans got right about Obama, pandemics, and tech, and where their optimism failed. A look back at foresight and anxiety.
A personal anecdote from four decades ago reveals the conservative past of a Bengaluru neighbourhood, where finding rum for a cake was a challenge. Discover how times have changed. Read more.
Google has announced a long-awaited feature allowing users to change their Gmail ID without losing emails or data. The gradual rollout begins now. Learn how it works.
Indian women's literacy soared from under 10% to 96%, yet over 90% of youth still opt for arranged marriages. Explore the surprising social transformation and its limits.
Google is rolling out a new feature allowing users to change their @gmail.com address for the first time, keeping all old data. Learn how it works and its limitations.
Google is rolling out a feature allowing users to change their Gmail address without losing data. Learn about eligibility, limits, and how it works.
The Indian Army relaxes its blanket ban on social media, permitting over 11.5 lakh soldiers limited use of apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, and Signal under strict guidelines. Learn about the new policy's key rules.
Google is rolling out a new feature allowing users to change their Gmail IDs without losing data. This long-awaited update offers greater account flexibility. Read more details here.
The Indian Army has issued a new policy for personnel's use of social media apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, and X. Key rules include view-only access on some platforms and strict messaging guidelines. Read the full details here.
Haryana's higher education department mandates all colleges and universities to monitor their social media handles to prevent misuse and ensure compliance with UGC guidelines. Learn the new directives.
Punjab Police book Moga youth for posting videos with illegal weapons on social media. Case filed under Arms Act. Read details of the police action.
Australia's landmark ban on social media for users under 16 sparks global debate. We examine its feasibility in India, the massive challenges, and potential alternatives to an outright ban. Explore the future of online safety for minors.
Karnataka assembly unanimously passes bill criminalising caste-based social boycott. New law allows police to act suo motu, with offenders facing up to 3 years jail. Read the full story.
Australia enforces a strict under-16 social media ban. A new Fox News poll reveals 64% of US voters support similar age restrictions, highlighting a global shift in online safety.
India's new labour codes aim to formalise the vast informal sector, offering social security. But do gig workers truly benefit? We analyse the gaps between legal recognition and real protection.
From China to France, explore how 8 nations are implementing strict bans and age limits on social media for minors to combat addiction and protect mental health. Discover the global debate.
New US rules require H-1B and H-4 visa applicants to make social media accounts public for review. Indian professionals, forming the core of America's tech workforce, face the highest impact. Learn what this means for your American dream.
From 'Damini' to 'Swades', explore 8 iconic Bollywood movies that tackled taboo topics, sparked national conversations, and redefined mainstream cinema's role in social change.
Worried about your pet fish changing colour? Discover 5 common aquarium fish known for colour shifts, from goldfish to bettas, and learn the science behind this fascinating phenomenon. Read more!
Australia's landmark ban on social media for under-16s is prompting countries from Denmark to Malaysia to consider similar laws. Explore the global crackdown on children's online safety.
A new report reveals India's audio social media surge is driven by Tier 2-4 cities, with 95% of new users from non-metros. Discover the shift towards private, voice-led conversations.
Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty calls for government guidelines to shield children from being turned into online content, highlighting risks to privacy and mental well-being. Join the crucial conversation.
Oprah Winfrey endorses Australia's landmark social media ban for under-16s, calling it a life-changing move. The law, effective Dec 10, aims to protect youth from harmful content. Will the US follow?
Karnataka cabinet clears a bill to criminalise social boycotts by caste panchayats. The proposed law includes up to 3 years in jail and a ₹1 lakh fine. Read more about this landmark move.
As Meta starts enforcing Australia's social media ban for under-16s, the world watches. Can age-faking and VPNs defeat the shield? Read the analysis.
Karnataka Cabinet approves a strict law to combat social boycott, imposing fines up to Rs 1 lakh and 3 years imprisonment. Learn about the 19 prohibited practices.
YouTube will comply with Australia's new social media law, banning users under 16 from signing in. Full account access will be lost, impacting creators and parental controls. Read details.
Australia imposes a landmark ban on under-16s using major social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube from December 10. Learn about the fines, platform responses, and the government's 'purgatory' rationale.
Maria Felicidade Pires, 102, celebrated her birthday in Azossim only to find her social welfare honorarium stopped. Officials have now acted to restore the Rs 2,000 monthly aid. #Goa #SocialWelfare
Aanshul Uthaiah, 22, quit his full-time job in Bengaluru to pursue content creation. His honest viral Instagram video about hating his work resonated with thousands. Read his story and the internet's reaction.