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University students in Pakistan describe revenge bedtime procrastination—staying up late to reclaim personal time—driven by autonomy, FOMO, and stress. Psychologists and doctors say it can signal underlying mental health issues and, while offering temporary control, it leads to fatigue, irritability and poorer academic performance unless awareness and healthier daytime routines are adopted.
Teens are turning to The Brick, a hardware app-blocking device, as a tangible way to curb phone use and push for digital detox beyond softer self-control schemes.
A global Gallup poll of 107 countries shows the economy is named the top problem by a median 23% of adults in 2025; affordability of housing and basics weighs most on lower-income countries, while younger people express the greatest concern, and perceptions of the economy track more with household income than with GDP growth, highlighting the gap between national indicators and daily lived realities.
A CMAJ analysis of Ontario birth cohorts finds psychotic-disorder diagnoses rose 60% among ages 14–20 between 1997 and 2023, and those born in the early 2000s are roughly twice as likely to be diagnosed by age 20; researchers suggest rising cannabis and other substance use among teens may be contributing and urge more study.
UK broadcasters and researchers report a Gen Z loneliness trend, with some youths turning to AI chatbots like ChatGPT for companionship; YouGov finds 33% of 16–29-year-olds feel lonely, and an Onside survey shows 39% of 11–18s use chatbots for support (21% say AI is easier to talk to than a real person in the North West). Experts warn AI cannot replace trusted adults or professional help, underscoring the need for accessible mental-health resources and human connection.
Iran’s latest protests diverge from 2022’s hijab protests, driven more by economic hardship and a masculine crowd, with younger Iranians increasingly backing Reza Pahlavi and some chanting for the former shah. The crackdown has left at least 30,000 dead and has raised questions about the regime’s survival and the shape of any future transition, whether toward a republic or a monarchy led by a transitional figure.
Meta, TikTok and YouTube are facing a landmark lawsuit alleging their platforms employ design features that addict young users, a case that could influence future regulation and how the tech industry weighs user well-being against engagement.
France is pushing a new law to block under-15s from major social networks such as Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok, with regulators compiling a list of harmful sites and a separate, parent-approved list for others. Macron wants the measure in place by September and has backed fast-track passage to clear the Senate, alongside a mobile-phone ban in senior schools. The move fits a broader European trend, though previous 2023 attempts faced European-law objections, and age-verification mechanisms will be a key implementation issue.
IMF director Kristalina Georgieva warned at Davos that AI could transform up to 60% of jobs in advanced economies (40% globally), risking entry-level roles for young people while some tasks are enhanced for others; the middle class could face pay pressure without productivity gains. She called for safer, more inclusive regulation as AI grows rapidly. Other Davos speakers highlighted productivity benefits, the need for global cooperation, and concerns about widening inequality as AI expands.
Uganda heads to a presidential election with a generational clash: 81-year-old incumbent Yoweri Museveni seeks a seventh term against 43-year-old Bobi Wine, in a country where the median age is around 17 and young people are driving the campaigns. The race pits continuity versus change amid a heavily managed political environment and concerns over repression, with succession chatter around Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba adding to the tension about life after Museveni.
The U.S. Department of Labor announced $98 million in funding through the YouthBuild Program to support pre-apprenticeships in high-demand industries like construction, manufacturing, IT, and healthcare, aiming to provide young people with skills training and employment opportunities, with a focus on increasing apprenticeship participation and incorporating AI literacy.
The top young tennis players gathered in Jeddah for the 2025 Next Gen ATP Finals, enjoying a beach retreat and media day before the tournament begins, with group matches starting midweek and culminating in semi-finals and finals over the weekend.
The Maldives has implemented a groundbreaking law banning all individuals born after 2006 from purchasing or using tobacco, making it the first country to enforce such a restriction to protect public health.
The Trump administration is proposing new rules that would significantly restrict access to gender-affirming healthcare for transgender youth by prohibiting federal funding for such services at hospitals, potentially making it nearly impossible for transgender youth to access necessary care across the U.S., amidst ongoing political and legal debates.
The Washington Commanders' defense is shifting from a veteran, reactive approach to a faster, more athletic style, as seen in Week 8 with the introduction of younger players like Magee, Owens, and Medrano, aiming to better match modern NFL offenses' speed and complexity, despite a lopsided loss to Kansas City.