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FanDuel and DraftKings Make Big Bets on 2026 Midterm Elections

FEC filings show big gambling franchises are plowing millions into heading off greater federal oversight.

Judgment Day Approaches for Social Media Addiction

A landmark trial over social media addiction goes in front of a jury in Los Angeles.

Snapchat Settles Social Media Addiction Lawsuit

Snapchat parent Snap, Inc., settles social media addiction lawsuit a week before trial starts.

Gambling Is the Second-Fastest Growing Sector in the Economy

A report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that gambling is second only to information software in GDP growth from 2019-2024.

Studies Confirm Early Childhood Screen Time Leads to Mental Health Problems

Studies from around the world show an alarming drop in cognitive development from excessive early childhood screen time.

The Prevalence of Smartphone Addiction Among People With Mental Health Disorders

Two studies, one from Turkiye and one from Jordan, show a stunning correlation between smartphone addiction and other mental health disorders.