A survey reveals that 25% of remote workers believe their social skills have deteriorated since working from home. This decline, however, reflects broader societal issues, with many noting a lack of outside interaction even prior to the shift to remote work. 

The trend of diminishing socialization has persisted for decades, with rising mental health issues suggesting that isolation and reduced community involvement are significant factors. 

In Iran, a record 1,000 executions occurred in 2024, the highest in three decades, with 70% following the election of President Masoud Pezeshkian. This included 34 women and seven juveniles across 86 prisons.

Meanwhile, in the UK, Reform MPs support Nigel Farage amid criticisms from Elon Musk regarding his leadership qualities. Farage defends Musk’s views on free speech but distances himself from controversial figures, while supporters emphasize the need to focus on national issues rather than media controversies.

The Digest, 1/6/2025 @200AM, CDT

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