All articles tagged with #risky behavior
BuzzFeed Community members share stories of dangerous and illegal activities they engaged in as kids, including road sledding, car surfing, train hopping, buying cigarettes for parents, and driving without permission. These activities, which would never be allowed today, highlight the different safety standards of past decades.
A study from the University of Glasgow reveals a strong association between frequent social media use among adolescents and risky health behaviors. The study found that regular social media engagement increased the likelihood of alcohol consumption by 48%, drug use by 28%, tobacco use by 85%, risky sexual behaviors by 77%, and antisocial activities by 73%. The study also highlighted the influence of peer pressure, displacement of physical interaction, and the glamorization of unhealthy practices on social media. The findings emphasize the need for targeted research, digital literacy education, and online safety policies to safeguard young people online.
The United States has accused China's Air Force of engaging in "risky" and "coercive" behavior in the skies above the Pacific, releasing footage of over 180 Chinese intercepts of US fighter jets in the past two years. The Pentagon warns that such incidents pose dangers and could inadvertently lead to conflict. China has responded by accusing Canada of an "illegal intrusion" into its airspace. The US remains committed to strengthening its deterrence in the region and preparing for potential conflicts with China.
A viral video captures a man jumping into a sidewalk grate to retrieve his Apple AirPods, only to resurface with car keys instead. After successfully finding his keys, he covers the hole with a grate but accidentally drops his AirPod back into the depths. Undeterred, he jumps in a second time to retrieve the device. Spectators cheer as he emerges with both his keys and AirPod. The video has sparked debate about the man's actions and the nature of the area he entered.