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Democracy and Doomscrolling: How Political News is Burning Out Teens

(12/19/24 6:14pm)

  In an era dominated by the 24-hour news cycle, political coverage is inescapable. From scrolling through TikTok to turning on the TV, teens today are constantly bombarded with stories about climate change, election coverage, mass shootings, and social injustices. While staying informed is important, this relentless and unforgiving exposure to often distressing news leaves many teens feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and burned out. nundated with strikingly bleak headlines is leaving teenagers with little to look forward to, and less hope to feel. The prevalence of smartphones and social media only amplifies this phenomenon, with political headlines appearing even during moments of downtime. The sheer volume of information can make it feel impossible to process or make sense of it all, contributing to a pervasive sense of emotional exhaustion and utter helplessness. 

https://www.thebullhornnews.com/article/2024/12/democracy-and-doomscrolling-how-political-news-is-burning-out-teens

The Match That Lit The Fire: Maui Wildfires and the Effects of The Tourism Industry In Hawaii

(10/02/23 1:57pm)

     Leveled by the devastating wildfires that swept the land, Maui still struggles to pick up the pieces of an already fractured state. Videos surfacing of families scrambling to evade the roaring flames have blown up across all platforms. Residents in Hawaii are calling upon government officials to provide some relief from this traumatizing experience. Currently the deadliest wildfire in US history, this unforgiving inferno has claimed the lives of 115 people and counting. The fires bring attention to the experiences of Hawaiian natives in today’s society.

https://www.thebullhornnews.com/article/2023/10/the-match-that-lit-the-fire-maui-wildfires-and-the-effects-of-the-tourism-industry-in-hawaii