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Surgeon General issues advisory that social media is contributing to youth mental health crisis

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:31 GMT

(The Hill) -- Surgeon General Vivek Murthy is issuing an advisory that social media use may be harmful to the mental health of young people, citing growing evidence that online content is hurting the development of the nation's youth. "I'm issuing this advisory because we're in the middle of a youth mental health crisis, and I'm concerned that social media is contributing to the harms that kids are experiencing," Murthy told The Hill.Murthy specifically pointed to the possibility of a link between time spent on social media and depression and anxiety. He cited one 2019 study that found adolescents between the ages of 12 and 15 who spent more than three hours on social media daily had double the risk of developing symptoms of depression and anxiety. Teenagers on average spend 3 1/2 hours on social media every day, according to data cited in the advisory.The advisory acknowledged that social media can provide some benefits to young people. It noted that a majority of young girls of c...

Driver detained after box truck crash near White House

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:31 GMT

(The Hill) -- The driver of a box truck was detained after a crash near the White House late Monday, the Secret Service said.Secret Service spokesperson Anthony Guglielmi said in a tweet that uniformed officers detained the driver after the box truck collided with security barriers on the north side of Lafayette square.No injuries were reported, he said.Guglielmi added in a subsequent post that the truck was deemed safe and a preliminary investigation revealed the driver may have intentionally struck the barriers.Charges will be filed by U.S. Park Police, the Secret Service spokesperson said.--Developing

Risk of strong storms late Tuesday night

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:31 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Hot and dry for most of the day, but a decaying complex of storms may sneak into the area late night, bringing a low risk of severe weather. Let's dive in... BLOG: Summer forecast released: When do 100º days begin High pressure sitting to our west will keep us under a finicky northwest flow in the upper atmosphere. This will allow a few disturbances riding the clockwise circulation around the high to float our way in the next coming days. The first disturbance rolls into the state today. A few isolated storms may develop in our area late afternoon and evening, but a better chance will come late night as a complex of storms initializing in West Texas slowly drifts our way, weakening as it does so.There is a risk of strong to severe storms late tonight, although widespread severe storm activity is not expected. A few strong storms could bring the threat of large hail and damaging winds, so be sure all property is protected before heading to bed tonight.Low risk of s...

Diver uncovers lost watches, missing people in the depths of Lake Travis

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:31 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Robert Weiss likes being a superhero. That’s how his wife describes her husband’s passion for scuba diving. And Weiss doesn’t shy away from that description, either. On Lake Travis, there are plenty of people who need a hero after what was supposed to be a fun day on the water takes an unfortunate turn. “I got a cape and I like to put on my cape,” he said. “You get to go out, you get to be hero to somebody.”Robert Weiss with Lake Travis Scuba says he's helped recover the bodies of three missing swimmers. (Credit: Eric Henrikson/KXAN)In reality, that cape is a dry suit, worn by divers like him to keep the cold and water out.  KXAN Documentary: "The Wake: Secrets of Lake Travis" So who are those who need his help? As people come out by the thousands on hot summer weekends to party and have a good time boating on the lake, they're the ones who fail to properly store their phones, keys, rings, sunglasses and more. “We've collected over $200,000 each...

DEC urges drivers 'give turtles a brake' on world turtle day

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:31 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On World Turtle Day, which happens to be Tuesday, the Department of Environmental Conservation is asking drivers to "give turtles a brake," as thousands of turtles are killed each year by unsuspecting drivers. Turtles nest in May and June, and drivers may be unaware of turtles on the road seeking new nesting areas. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! If you find an injured turtle, the DEC says a licensed wildlife rehabilitator may be able to assist. The DEC also reminds people not to take turtles home, as all native turtles are protected by law and cannot be kept without a DEC permit.If drivers are able, they are encouraged to slow down to avoid hitting turtles, and if they can, safely move the turtle to the shoulder on the side of the road in the direction it was facing. Drivers are also advised to not pick up turtles by their tails, but safely by the sides of their shells. Local third grader earns ...

98.3 TRY Social Dilemma: Would You Eat Bread That Was Moldy on One End?

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:31 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Today's 98.3 TRY Social Dilemma came from Debbie and it's about bread. Here's her email:  Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Hi Jaime. I had this argument with my daughter the other day and I'm wondering how others feel. My daughter was at my house and I was getting ready to make us some sandwiches. I pulled out the bread and there was a little bit of mold on one slice of the bread on one end. I threw it away and then pulled from the back and got four slices of bread. Well, my daughter saw this and said we could not use the bread at all because of the mold. I told her there was no mold on the bread I pulled out and even showed her. She didn't care...she said if it's on one slice, the whole loaf is bad. I disagree. If it's on three or four pieces, then yes, throw it all away, but it was a little bit on one piece. I say the rest of the bread is fine. We ended up going out to lunch, but I still want to kn...

Local third grader earns national recognition in poster contest

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:31 GMT

EAST GREENBUSH, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Sahana, a third-grader from Genet Elementary School, was one of 10 students recognized in a national poster contest, highlighting dangers children can face online. Sahana's poster was picked from hundreds of submissions across the country. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Sahana's submission will be made into a poster and featured in the Center for Internet Security's 2023 Kids Safe Online activity book. She will receive an award for her artwork at the welcome ceremony at the New York State Plaza Cybersecurity Conference taking place at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center on Tuesday, June 6. The contest was open to all students in public and private schools and youth organizations from kindergarten through 12th grade in all 50 states. Cadets and Blue Devils to meet in Class A final “Students of all ages are connected across a variety of devices, like phones, tablets, school laptops, a...

Ask Amy: Trust issues interfere with married roommates

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:31 GMT

Dear Amy: I am in a five-year marriage that I feel is more like a roommate situation. We hardly ever do things together.Our sexual relationship is almost nonexistent (I’m just not interested in being intimate with him anymore).He has cheated a few times.I only cheated one time, and that was to get back at him.I know two wrongs don’t make a right, but since the infidelity, I often find myself not trusting him.I’m torn up deciding what to do about this relationship.We have trust issues, and now I feel as if we’re growing apart. I care about him, but I’m not in love with him like I used to be.I’m tired of arguing with him every day and want some peace and happiness in my life.I know therapy is what most people would suggest, but I already know what therapists are going to say so that’s why I don’t go.Because of all the issues and the gaslighting that goes on I feel like it’s time to call things off (he sort of agrees with me), but I...

Italy's Meloni vows support for flood-hit Emilia-Romagna

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:31 GMT

After returning from the G7 Summit in Japan early to inspect the damage on the ground, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni promised to help the flood-hit regions of northern Italy.Meloni visited towns in Emilia-Romagna, where floods killed 14 people, and caused damages estimated at billions. She stopped off in this region on her return from the summit.Meloni, who was in Ravenna at the time of the disaster, told reporters that "it has been a tragedy. But we can always come back stronger from crises." Meloni said that meeting those affected by the flood was a very moving experience.The right-wing prime minister said that the damage was immense, but it was difficult to estimate the financial impact.She added that Italy could call on the Solidarity Fund of the European Union for natural disasters.She added that other leaders who attended the G7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan, had offered their support.Meloni said that her conscience wouldn't allow her to remain away at the summit for any longer.O...

Grandfather, who would tell Southern California police he felt threatened, fatally shoots grandson

Published Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:18:31 GMT

A 27-year-old man was fatally shot at a Rialto home on Saturday, May 20, by one of his grandfathers who told police his life was threatened, authorities said.Just before 7 p.m. an altercation started at the residence on the 2100 block of North Apple Avenue, said Cpl. Nic Parcher, a spokesman for Rialto police.The 77-year-old grandfather, who would say his life was threatened, armed himself with a gun and shot Kaylon Underwood, police said.Information on what led to the confrontation was not released. It was unclear who lived at the home.No arrests had been announced on Monday, and the case is being presented to the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office, which will decide if it believes the shooting was justified.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Jaguar driver shot multiple times while parked in Oakland Crime and Public Safety | Shootout at Baja California car rally leaves 10 dead, 10 wounded Crime and Public Safety | Man ...