More Social Good - Page 10
Megan Thee Stallion wants you to check in on your friends
The rapper champions mental health in new PSA: "It's OK to not be OK."
By Rebecca Ruiz
How hidden device users can protect themselves ahead of national emergency alert test
For at-risk users preparing for the Oct. 4 test alert, adjusting settings may not be enough.
Biden launches American Climate Corps to tackle climate crisis with green job training
The new workforce initiative targets careers in clean energy, conservation, and climate resilience.
How social media in the classroom is burning teachers out
Dealing with phones and social media can be a drain on educators.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Google announces a decade of Chromebook updates to help devices last longer
Extended expiration dates and improved repair processes could reduce school district tech expenses.
New S.O.S. initiative online rating system targets teen safety
Experts are working to create a rating system for social media, search engines, and gaming platforms.
By Rebecca Ruiz
TikTok's Latin Heritage Month celebration includes first Latin Visionary Voices shoutout
The Hispanic Heritage Foundation joins the party with a new small business grant program.
'Sesame Street' videos get an accessibility expansion with new descriptive audio and ASL features
An upgrade for both English and Spanish content.
New implant can track the health of organ transplants in real time
This minuscule device could change the future of organ transplants.
Is Apple's new Double Tap feature really that new?
Accessibility advocates and users with disabilities say it's expanding upon an old feature.
New Lyft feature matches women and nonbinary drivers and riders
Women+ Connect offers more control on who's in the car.
How 'sharenting' boundaries on social media protect kids' privacy and trust
@ parents: If in doubt, don't share it out.
New chatbot connects abortion-seekers with care options
The Charley chatbot promises accurate, confidential help.
By Rebecca Ruiz
'Forgiving Johnny' review: Exploring a paperless framework for restorative justice
New documentary suggests a digital safety net might save those trapped in the judicial system.
988 Lifeline now available in American Sign Language
The hotline becomes more accessible to people in crisis who are deaf and hard of hearing.
By Rebecca Ruiz
10 ways you can support teachers this school year
You can help fund classroom libraries, school gardens, art supplies, and more.
By Soraya Ferdman and Chase DiBenedetto
Snapchat announces new updates to foster teen safety and age-appropriate content
National child safety nonprofits pitch in to address minor safety on Snap.
New survey shows emotional toll of AI anxiety, employee monitoring
The technologies are associated with stress, irritability, and burnout for some workers.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Barbie launches its 2023 career collection, dedicated to women in sports
General manager, coach, referee, sports reporter: Barbie does it all!
Dictionary.com embraces 'they,' adds hundreds of new words
GPT, jawn, jolabokaflod, and more are defined in latest update, alongside pronoun policy change.
By Rebecca Ruiz
How to ask a teen if they're feeling suicidal
These questions can quickly determine if a young person is in need of help.
By Rebecca Ruiz
OpenAI releases new teacher guide for ChatGPT in classrooms
Chatbot prompts and FAQ offer educator support on using ChatGPT as a teaching tool.
Google Maps Platform adds air quality and pollen information to capture changing climate realities
Suite of APIs expands data access to power new environmental tools.
An alt text guide to ensure everyone can enjoy your memes
Make your meme game accessible.
U.S. government sues SpaceX for discrimination
The Department of Justice alleges Elon Musk's space exploration company wrongly rejected refugees and asylees.
By Rebecca Ruiz
