Researchers have already looked at contraception use, abortion rates, rising levels of female education and even the popular television show “16 and Pregnant.” Proving phones caused the decline is a tricky endeavor. (Tavernise, The New York Times)
Read MoreDrink brands such as Yahweh and Praise Energy say they’re raising awareness for Christianity – but are they just treating Jesus like an uncopyrighted Mickey Mouse? (Bugg, The Guardian)
Read MoreThe new list of 31 is down from more than 200 previously recognized traditions that troops could choose from. The list no longer includes atheists, Unitarian Universalists, pagans and Wiccans. (Stanley, AP News)
Read More“The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” has crossed the $1 billion mark. It’s the first film of 2026 to hit that milestone. The animated adaptation of the hit video game was produced by Universal and Illumination in collaboration with Nintendo. (Lang, Variety)
Read MoreThe posts about alone time coincide with rising reports of loneliness among young people. A survey by the loneliness charity Marmalade Trust ahead of Loneliness Awareness Week, which begins on June 15, found 67 per cent of Generation Z felt lonely at least once a week and 28 per cent several times a day. (Wildenberg, The Times)
Read MoreAmericans overwhelmingly say it’s extremely or very important for people to stay informed about a range of news topics, including the healthcare system (82%), voting and election processes (82%), and what the president can and cannot do (80%). But far fewer say they’re extremely or very informed about these topics themselves, according to a Pew Research Center survey conducted in March. (Wang, Pew Research Center)
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