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- 1Two thirds of women restrict online behaviour over digital violence●Digitale Gewalt im Netz: Mehrheit der Frauen schränkt Verhalten im Internet ein Aus Angst vor digitaler Gewalt verändern
A new survey in Germany finds that two thirds of women change how they behave online out of fear of digital violence, with young women especially affected. The majority reported restricting their internet use in some way. Commentators say the findings underline how widespread online harassment and abuse have become, and how their effects reach well beyond the screen into women's everyday participation in digital life.
- 2Large Global Study Reveals Screen Time's Impact on Children's Wellbeing●Large global study reveals impact of screen time on children’s wellbeing
A large global study has examined how screen time affects children's wellbeing, according to reporting carried by Yahoo News New Zealand. The findings address an ongoing debate among parents, educators and health researchers over how digital device use shapes children's mental and physical health. Details of the study's size, methodology and conclusions were not included in the available report.
- 3The Case for a Techlash Against Digital Life●Can We Survive the Digital Age Without Going Analogue? A Case for Techlash
A commentary argues that people may need to step back from digital technology, making the case for a 'techlash' — a backlash against the dominance of digital tools in everyday life. The piece questions whether it is possible to survive the digital age without reverting to analogue habits, reflecting a growing debate about screen dependence, privacy and the effects of constant connectivity on wellbeing.
- 4Schoolchildren without smartphones face higher bus fares in England●Schoolchildren without smartphones penalised with higher bus fares
Schoolchildren in England who do not own a smartphone are being charged higher bus fares, as discounted child ticketing schemes increasingly require a smartphone app for verification. Families who have deliberately avoided giving their children phones, often over screen-time or safety concerns, say the pricing structure effectively punishes that choice and pushes them towards buying devices they do not want. The story has sparked debate about digital-only access to everyday services and its impact on children.
- 5McDonald's weighs the future of in-store retail media●Can McDonald’s crack the in-store retail media conundrum?
McDonald's is exploring how to build an in-store retail media business, turning its restaurants and digital screens into an advertising channel for brands. Industry analysts note the fast-food chain faces the same questions as other retailers: how to prove in-store ads drive sales, measure their effectiveness, and scale the offering without disrupting the customer experience.