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20-Year-Old Gaming Addict Kills Mother After Being Caught Stealing Jewellery
A 20-year-old man addicted to mobile phone gaming allegedly killed his 45-year-old mother in Lucknow after she caught him stealing her jewellery to repay his mounting debts from online betting losses, police said on Monday.
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No TikTok, Insta: Chilean School Blocks Phones, Students Reconnect With Real-World Life
The first few days of the digital detox demanded some adaptation, but just a few weeks after its launch, the programme has been well received by students, teachers and parents.
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Class 10 Student, Addicted To PUBG, Kills Himself As Parents Take Away Phone
A Class 10 student died by suicide after his parents took away his phone for being addicted to the popular online game 'PUBG' in Telangana's Nirmal district on Thursday.
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Are You Addicted To Your Phone? Watch Out For These Signs
There are several signs that might indicate an unhealthy attachment to ones phone, ranging from anxiety without it to neglecting real-world responsibilities and connections.
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How Safe Are Your Eyes From Smartphone Light? What Studies Say
Many experts advise not to use mobile phones before bed, or reduce the screen time overall.
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Top Chinese Student Locked Out By Parents After "Low" Exam Score In Gaokao
His parents feared he wouldn't qualify for a top-tier "985" university and blamed his mobile phone use for the result.
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Is Mobile Phone Addiction As Bad As Drug Abuse? This Kerala Film Says So
E Valayam released in Kerala theatres on June 13
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Brazil Tribe Sues New York Times For Calling Them 'Porn Addicts' In Report
The report mentioned that nine months after the Marubo tribe got internet through Starlink, its teenagers were spending too much time on phones, playing violent video games, watching pornography.
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No Apps, No Notifications: US Startup's 'Fake' Phones Spark Buzz Online
This minimalist device, priced at $20, features a smooth, empty surface that allows users to mimic scrolling motions without accessing any digital content.
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Giving Up Your Phone For Just 3 Days Can Change Brain, Study Shows
A new study reveals that limiting smartphone use for just 72 hours can alter brain activity, showing the influence of digital devices on neural patterns and addiction-related systems.
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Addicted To Your Phone? Follow These Tips To Overcome Phone Addiction
Here we share a list of tips you can follow to overcome phone addiction.
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What Is Doomscrolling? Here's How Using Your Phone Continuously Affects Your Health
In this article, we discuss in detail the negative effects of doomscrolling on your health.
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Teen Allegedly Dies By Suicide After Being Stopped From Playing Mobile Game In Haryana
A 15-year-old boy allegedly died by suicide in Haryana's Kurukshetra district after his family stopped him from playing a mobile phone game, police said on Friday.
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When News Is Stressful, How Do You Balance Staying Informed With 'Doomscrolling'?
Endless scrolling through bad news known as "doomscrolling" sneaks up on us.
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China Woman Stays Calm Without Phone For 8 Hours In Unique Contest, Wins $1,400
The challenge was designed to highlight the growing dependence on technology and encourage people to embrace mindfulness and digital detox practices.
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20-Year-Old Gaming Addict Kills Mother After Being Caught Stealing Jewellery
A 20-year-old man addicted to mobile phone gaming allegedly killed his 45-year-old mother in Lucknow after she caught him stealing her jewellery to repay his mounting debts from online betting losses, police said on Monday.
-
No TikTok, Insta: Chilean School Blocks Phones, Students Reconnect With Real-World Life
The first few days of the digital detox demanded some adaptation, but just a few weeks after its launch, the programme has been well received by students, teachers and parents.
-
Class 10 Student, Addicted To PUBG, Kills Himself As Parents Take Away Phone
A Class 10 student died by suicide after his parents took away his phone for being addicted to the popular online game 'PUBG' in Telangana's Nirmal district on Thursday.
-
Are You Addicted To Your Phone? Watch Out For These Signs
There are several signs that might indicate an unhealthy attachment to ones phone, ranging from anxiety without it to neglecting real-world responsibilities and connections.
-
How Safe Are Your Eyes From Smartphone Light? What Studies Say
Many experts advise not to use mobile phones before bed, or reduce the screen time overall.
-
Top Chinese Student Locked Out By Parents After "Low" Exam Score In Gaokao
His parents feared he wouldn't qualify for a top-tier "985" university and blamed his mobile phone use for the result.
-
Is Mobile Phone Addiction As Bad As Drug Abuse? This Kerala Film Says So
E Valayam released in Kerala theatres on June 13
-
Brazil Tribe Sues New York Times For Calling Them 'Porn Addicts' In Report
The report mentioned that nine months after the Marubo tribe got internet through Starlink, its teenagers were spending too much time on phones, playing violent video games, watching pornography.
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No Apps, No Notifications: US Startup's 'Fake' Phones Spark Buzz Online
This minimalist device, priced at $20, features a smooth, empty surface that allows users to mimic scrolling motions without accessing any digital content.
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Giving Up Your Phone For Just 3 Days Can Change Brain, Study Shows
A new study reveals that limiting smartphone use for just 72 hours can alter brain activity, showing the influence of digital devices on neural patterns and addiction-related systems.
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Addicted To Your Phone? Follow These Tips To Overcome Phone Addiction
Here we share a list of tips you can follow to overcome phone addiction.
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What Is Doomscrolling? Here's How Using Your Phone Continuously Affects Your Health
In this article, we discuss in detail the negative effects of doomscrolling on your health.
-
Teen Allegedly Dies By Suicide After Being Stopped From Playing Mobile Game In Haryana
A 15-year-old boy allegedly died by suicide in Haryana's Kurukshetra district after his family stopped him from playing a mobile phone game, police said on Friday.
-
When News Is Stressful, How Do You Balance Staying Informed With 'Doomscrolling'?
Endless scrolling through bad news known as "doomscrolling" sneaks up on us.
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China Woman Stays Calm Without Phone For 8 Hours In Unique Contest, Wins $1,400
The challenge was designed to highlight the growing dependence on technology and encourage people to embrace mindfulness and digital detox practices.
