AGP Executive Report
Last update: 20 hours agoSocial Media & Kids: A Kentucky school district won nearly $27M in settlements from major social platforms (Meta, Snap, Google/YouTube, TikTok/ByteDance) over claims their products worsened students’ mental health, with attention now shifting to about 1,200 similar district lawsuits. Policy Push: In the UK, the Technology Secretary says a ban on social media for under-16s is “definitely on the table,” after a consultation drew massive parent support; Scotland’s children’s commissioner warns blanket bans won’t fix underlying algorithm harms. Media & Community Fundraising: Stephen Colbert helped raise money for Monroe Community Media in Michigan by auctioning signed scripts and show items from his community-access appearance. Entertainment Buzz: “Toy Story 5” marketing is fueling Taylor Swift soundtrack speculation after a cryptic “TS” billboard and “Shake It Off” nod. Local Journalism: California’s Lodi News-Sentinel will cut print to three days a week starting July 2 while expanding digital coverage. Court/Press: A Russian court sentenced a Disney entertainment programs manager to 2.5 years over alleged drug-laced gummy candy found at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo Airport.
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