The digital landscape in Britain is on the cusp of a significant transformation as the government moves to reshape how we consume information online. In a bold policy shift, culture officials are exploring a mandate that would compel social media giants like Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok to prioritize “trusted” news sources within their algorithms. The core objective is to ensure that reputable outlets—such as the BBC, ITV, and Channel 4—are not drowned out by the chaotic noise of unverified posts, but rather pushed to the forefront of search results and user feeds. This isn’t just about changing how we scroll;…

It’s easy to feel like the internet is a minefield of pseudo-science, especially when you’re scrolling through TikTok. You might have seen those viral videos—someone claiming that sunscreen is “toxic,” causes cancer, or that we should just embrace the sun like our ancestors did. However, a recent study from the University of Alberta and the University of British Columbia suggests that while these alarmist claims exist, they aren’t the norm. After analyzing nearly 1,000 of the platform’s most popular sunscreen videos, researchers found that roughly 87% of them actually encourage people to protect their skin. The “anti-sunscreen” movement is a…