social media

Social Media targeted pieces, for influencers and trending topics in the Journal workplace digital universe.

How Social Media Hijacks Your Brain and How to Take It Back
In the palm of your hand lies a world of endless entertainment, curated feeds, and instant gratification. A single swipe connects you to millions of lives. But behind the colorful filters and viral videos is a growing crisis—social media addiction.
By Fred Bradford2 years ago in Journal
Mental Health 2.0: TikTok Therapy, Burnout Culture, and the Rise of Wellness Apps
Mental Health in the Digital Age: TikTok Therapy, Burnout Culture, and the Rise of Mental Health Apps In the 21st century, mental health has emerged from the shadows to become a major topic of public discourse. As conversations about depression, anxiety, and self-care become more common, a parallel transformation is occurring: the digitization of mental health support. Social media platforms like TikTok, increasing workplace stress leading to burnout, and the surge in mental health apps are reshaping how people perceive, understand, and manage their mental well-being.
By Syed Umar 2 years ago in Journal
The reason why Barcelona and Arsenal will not be able to play in the FIFA Club World Cup
Football fans may have already started thinking about this. How can the Club World Cup be held without the best European team? It's not that FIFA isn't worried about it.
By tanmoy nazmul2 years ago in Journal
Smart Tax-Saving Strategies for Single Filers in 2025
The Tax Advantages for the Lone Taxpayer Being single should not have implied a tax hike. As a matter of fact, the United States tax laws offer a lot of opportunities for a single person to lessen his tax liability if he can find his way through. I have been surrounded by the intricacies of personal finance since 2019, and through this, I have assisted thousands of single taxpayers in retaining more of their hard-earned cash rather than surrendering it to the IRS.
By Fundaura2 years ago in Journal
Long-distance romance and closure from husband's death. AI-Generated.
Skype’s official shutdown on May 5, 2025, the world said goodbye to one of the most iconic communication tools of the early internet era. Over the course of more than two decades, Skype enabled millions of people across continents and time zones to remain in touch, not only to communicate, but also to love, grieve, and heal. While video chatting is now part of everyday life, for a generation of users, Skype wasn’t just a piece of software. It was a witness to long-distance love stories, tearful goodbyes, and moments of emotional closure that would otherwise have never happened.
By Fahim Hridoy2 years ago in Journal
Silo: From Bestselling Science Fiction Book to TV Series
“We do not know why we are here. We do not know who built the Silo. We do not know why the world outside is how it is. We do not know when it will be safe to go out. We only know—today is not that day.” In a future scorched by ruin, where Earth breathes poison and silence treads where footsteps once echoed, A world once brimming now lies barren—lifeless, lost, and laced in mystery. But ten thousand souls endure, deep beneath the soil, In a Silo—an underground ark, a cold cathedral to survival, A dystopia painted with order, yet veiled in secrets untold. No one knows how they arrived here. No one knows who forged these iron walls. No one knows what lies beyond the dust-blurred lens of the lone cafeteria screen. Is the world outside truly dead—or just a lie too long believed? Curiosity is a crime. History is forbidden. To question is to betray. To seek is to sin. And punishment comes swift: Exile, to “clean” the sensors—to vanish beneath the toxic sky.
By Riham Rahman 2 years ago in Journal
Is Donald Trump the next Pope?
The US President, Donald Trump, has expressed a desire to become the Pope.The supreme religious leader of the Catholic faith. He stated, "I want to be Pope." Following the death of Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Christians, the Cardinals will elect a new Pope. Approximately 135 Roman Catholic Cardinals from around the world will participate in a secret conclave next May to elect the next Pope. Amidst this, Donald Trump made such a comment.
By M.A.Rahman2 years ago in Journal
Tax Identity Theft: Real-World Examples and Protection Strategies You Need to Know
Introduction: Growing Threat of Tax Identity Theft Tax season causes so much anxiety to many Americans, but there is a growing fear- tax identity theft. FBI reports recorded a 26% increase in complaints on identity thefts related to tax returns last year, with conservative figures placing the cost to taxpayers at around $5.2 billion per annum. As a finance professional who has been advising clients on tax security since 2019, I have certainly seen firsthand how damaging this crime can be to unsuspecting victims.
By Fundaura2 years ago in Journal
Israel–Gaza Conflict Escalates
The conflict between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip has intensified dramatically, following a declaration by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that his government plans to launch a large-scale military operation. The proposed campaign, which includes the relocation of civilians within Gaza “for their protection,” has raised alarm globally and sparked heated debate across diplomatic and humanitarian circles.
By Masood Zahid2 years ago in Journal
How to Implement Real-Time Features in a Social Media App - Why Is It Important?
You have to be living under a rock if you have not wasted your time endlessly scrolling through thousands of posts and videos.
By Roshan Choudhary2 years ago in Journal
Google News
On Friday, September 27, Google, one of the world's largest and most popular search engines, turned 21. Google is used by billions of people around the world, and for many, it has become an important part of their internet activities. Google, of course, is no longer just a search engine, but a huge technology company. On their 21st anniversary, find out 21 facts that you may not have known, unless you already 'Googled' them! The first one may not be surprising. Google is the most visited website in the world, meaning that most Internet users have visited this website at least once. Google was started by two college students - their names are Larry Page and Sergey Brin. They wanted to create a website that would allow a comparative list of other webpages. The basis for this would be how many other websites linked to them. The word Google comes from 'googol' - which is the name of a special number. The number is: 1 followed by 100 zeros. Why did Larry and Sergey choose this name? They wanted the name to reflect the vast amount of data their website would search. The first Google Doodle - a picture used to commemorate an important event or day on Google's home page - was created in 1998 to celebrate a festival called Burning Man. The Google founders thought it would be a way to communicate why they were absent from the office. Some of Google's most memorable doodles are the discovery of water on the moon, and to celebrate John Lennon's 70th birthday. John Lennon's doodle was also the first video doodle. The first Google server was housed in a custom case made of Lego. Google's headquarters is known as the 'Google Plex' and is located in Silicon Valley, California. The Google Plex has a giant T-Rex-like dinosaur statue - often seen sitting on top of a number of plastic pink flamingos. Rumor has it that this is a warning to employees to never let Google go extinct. Google's headquarters is huge and has lots of green space inside. Lawn-mowers are not used to mow the grass here. Instead, Google hires goats from outside. Google is the first major technology company to offer free meals to its employees. Employees are also allowed to bring their pets to the office.
By Arfan Raihen2 years ago in Journal
Kopitiam 2.0: Where Tradition Meets Trend
Remember back in the day, passing by old kopitiam where the aroma of kaya toast and kopi o attracting you to come in. With just fans, marble table, yellowish walls, and a good old coffee filter, you proceed to order steamed toasts and soft-boiled eggs too. The waiter get your order and screamed back to the kitchen (KOPI O KAWWW SATUUU!!). This was the time where visiting kopitiam every morning and have a cup of kopi o becoming staples for everyone. And today, such kopitiam still keep to tradition but alot already revamped themselves (especially major cities). Now when you enter, waiter no longer taking orders or screaming back your orders to the kitchen, you scan the QR code stickied on the table for the menus instead. Entire place air-conditioned but your kopi o, still taste the same. Here you are, in the whole new upgraded version of kopitiam where it's tradition meets with new trend.
By HiSEVEN2 years ago in Journal