In their most recent annual World Report, the United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime found that, after a decade of rapid growth, "Global cocaine production has hit an all-time high once again, accompanied by significant increases in cocaine seizures, cocaine users and – most tragically – cocaine-related deaths in many countries." (Rosalsky, NPR)
Read MoreResearch suggests that scrolling through short videos on TikTok, Instagram or YouTube Shorts is affecting our attention, memory and mental health. A recent meta-analysis of the scientific literature found that increased use of short-form video was linked with poorer cognition and increased anxiety. (Penman, The Washington Post)
Read MoreMany Brazilians appear to be questioning traditional family models, a shift captured by mainstream culture in popular podcasts, books and even a reality television program called “Third Half” that showcases couples looking for a polyamorous partner. (Ionova, The New York Times)
Read MoreFrançois-Xavier Bustillo has made it his mission to speak out against the culture of violence on Corsica, the island with one of Europe’s highest murder rates. (Assheton, The Times)
Read MoreThe exact number of Kenyans who have traveled to Russia is not known, but Odhiambo estimated that more than 500 individuals have been there in the past two years, most traveling on temporary tourist visas. Some 200 families have reached out to Vocal Africa about their children’s situation. (Nzwili, Religion News Service)
Read MoreFounded in 2019 and named for a modern take on the Bible’s original woman, Evie has struck a cultural nerve, animating young conservatives eager to make the movement feel fashionable and drawing detractors who believe its anti-feminist messaging is regressive. (Empson, The Wall Street Journal)
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