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How Real Are You on Social Media?

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  How Real Are You on Social Media? by: Yvonne, Yash,Grace,Gloria In today’s digital age, social media has become a mirror we hold up to the world—but how accurate is the reflection? From perfectly curated selfies to highlight reels of vacations, achievements, and celebrations, social media often shows only fragments of our real lives. This raises an important question: How real are we on social media? The Pressure to Perform Social media can feel like a stage. Likes, comments, and followers often become measures of self-worth. As a result, many people feel pressured to present a polished version of themselves—one that appears more successful, attractive, or exciting than reality. Filters, edits, and strategic captions all contribute to an image that may only partially represent the truth. This performance isn’t always intentional. In many cases, we want to share the best parts of our lives to stay positive, connect with others, or simply fit in. But over time, constantly editing o...
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Too Young to Scroll? The Truth About Kids and Social Media

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  Too Young to Scroll? The Truth About Kids and Social Media. How Young Is Too Young to Use Social Media? In today’s world, it feels like everyone is online. From TikTok dances to Instagram selfies, social media is everywhere. But it raises an important question: how young is too young to be on these platforms? The Rules (That Many Ignore) Most social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, and Facebook have a minimum age requirement of 13. This is mainly because of a U.S. law called COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act), which is meant to protect kids’ privacy online. But let’s be real — plenty of kids under 13 make accounts anyway, sometimes by faking their age. Parents might help, or kids figure it out on their own. So, is 13 the right age? Or should it be higher? Or lower? The Risks for Younger Kids Here’s why experts say younger kids probably aren’t ready for social media:  Emotional maturity : Social media can expose you to bullying, harsh comments, ...
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HOW YOUNG IS TOO YOUNG TO USE SOCIAL MEDIA?

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  HOW YOUNG IS TOO YOUNG TO USE SOCIAL MEDIA? Information from:the new york times By:Ozzy, Renny, Jeaven Do you use social media? If so, what apps do you use? How old were you when you started using them? Why did you choose to join? Were your parents involved in your decision? If not, why have you chosen not to use social media? In “ New Facebook App for Children Ignites Debate Among Families ,” Mike Isaac and Natasha Singer write: Few big technology companies have dared to create online products for boys and girls ages 13 and under. But on Monday, Facebook introduced an app, called Messenger Kids, that is targeted at that age group and asks parents to give their approval so children can message, add filters and doodle on photos they send to one another. It is a bet that the app can introduce a new generation of users to the Silicon Valley giant’s ever-expanding social media universe. In doing so, Facebook immediately reignited a furious debate about how young is too young for chil...
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Why Do We Feel FOMO?

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  Why Do We Feel FOMO? FOMO happens when we think others are doing something exciting without us. Maybe you imagine your friends are at a party, traveling somewhere amazing, or even just having fun without telling you. Social media makes this worse—because what we see online is usually the best part of everyone’s day. So, when we go offline, even for a little while, our minds start to wonder: “What if something cool is happening and I’m missing it?” That little worry? That’s FOMO sneaking in. The Reality Behind the Screen Here’s something to remember: what people post online is just a snapshot—often edited, filtered, and carefully chosen. No one’s life is perfect 24/7, even if it looks that way on your feed. Unplugging gives you a chance to step away from the comparison game and enjoy your own real moments. Meet JOMO: The Joy of Missing Out Here’s the fun part: once you give yourself a chance to unplug, you might discover something even better— JOMO . That’s right, the Joy of Mis...
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WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR YOUNGER KIDS ABOUT NAVIGATING SOCIAL MEDIA?

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  WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR YOUNGER KIDS ABOUT NAVIGATING SOCIAL MEDIA? Edited by: Shekinah, Linda, Kulsum It's a digital world out there, and for younger kids, social media can seem like a fascinating, vibrant playground. But just like any new place, it comes with its own set of rules and considerations to keep everyone safe and happy. For parents and guardians, guiding children through this landscape is crucial. So, what essential advice should younger kids receive about navigating social media? Firstly, the golden rule of "Think Before You Post" cannot be overstressed. In a blink of an eye, a photo, video, or comment can be shared with countless people, and once it's online, it's incredibly difficult to remove. Kids should be encouraged to pause and ask themselves: "Is this something I want everyone to see? Could this hurt anyone's feelings? Would I be okay with my parents or teachers seeing this?" This simple mental checklist fosters a sense of...
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Do We Need Art in Our Lives?

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  Do We Need Art in Our Lives? By KEZA Aimee, KEZA Alicia & ARMAND Ntwari Do we need art in our lives? Should viewing art be part of every child’s education? Does it make us smarter or expose us to new ways of seeing the world? In the Opinion article “Art Makes You Smart,” Brian Kisida, Jay P. Greene and Daniel H. Bowen write about a recent study on the educational effects of visiting an art museum. For many education advocates, the arts are a panacea: They supposedly increase test scores, generate social responsibility and turn around failing schools. Most of the supporting evidence, though, does little more than establish correlations between exposure to the arts and certain outcomes. Research that demonstrates a causal relationship has been virtually nonexistent. A few years ago, however, we had a rare opportunity to explore such relationships when the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art opened in Bentonville, Ark. Through a large-scale, random-assignment study of school...
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DO MACHINES REPRESENT A THREAT TO HUMANITY?

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DO MACHINES REPRESENT A THREAT TO HUMANITY? By Sine Moira Graca, Abigaelle Irakoze and Haidal-students of G8B(May 27, 2025) Warning Highlights The Rise of Machines: A Potential Threat to Humanity As artificial intelligence and automation evolve, unchecked development could endanger human autonomy, privacy, and survival.   Last year Stephen Hawking, one of the world’s pre-eminent scientists, suggested : “Artificial intelligence could be a real danger in the not-too-distant future. It could design improvements to itself and outsmart us all.” Maybe villainous sentient computers like those depicted in “The Matrix” and “2001: A Space Odyssey” aren’t so far-fetched after all. Or, if you are skeptical of killer robots, it’s hard to ignore the real possibility that machines might be replacing humans in the work force at a growing rate. Do machines represent a threat to humans? Or does the only real threat come from how humans decide to use machines? In “The Machines Are Coming,” Zeynep T...
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