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Jul 1, 2025 |
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#society
GB News: Campaigners call for 'addictive' National Lottery to be slapped with health warning amid risk to children
Campaigners are calling for health warnings on National Lottery products, citing a report from GambleAware that links lottery marketing to increased gambling addiction among children. The report highlights that children are exposed to enticing lottery scratch cards, which normalize gambling as harmless.
With around 600,000 problem gamblers among regular lottery players, the charity emphasizes the need for warnings and support service information. A significant majority of adults believe the lottery should direct players to gambling help, reinforcing the call for protective measures similar to those in other European countries.
#sports
Times Of Israel: Jordan refuses to play Israeli under-19 basketball team in World Cup
Jordan's national basketball team has withdrawn from a scheduled match against Israel in the 2025 Under-19 Basketball World Cup, resulting in a 20-0 technical victory for Israel. This decision comes amid heightened tensions due to the ongoing Gaza conflict, following pressure from pro-Palestinian activists.
Israel's basketball officials expressed disappointment, emphasizing the role of sports in bridging cultures rather than serving as a political battleground. The situation reflects broader regional sentiments, with anti-Israel protests prevalent in Jordan and other Arab nations amid the conflict.
#technology
Forbes: Google Confirms Upgrade Choice For 2 Billion Android Users
Google's upgrade to its Gmail platform introduces AI features that raise privacy concerns for its 2 billion users. While the company has clarified that turning off Gemini Activity prevents data from being used for AI training, the integration still allows AI access to sensitive personal data, which has alarmed many.
The introduction of AI tools in education further complicates the privacy landscape, especially for younger users who may lack awareness of data security issues. As AI becomes more integrated into daily tasks, the potential for unauthorized data sharing and misuse increases, highlighting the need for clearer privacy choices.
Forbes: Delete Every App That’s On This List—‘Risks Are Too Great’
Many popular free VPN apps available on iPhone and Android are reportedly linked to Chinese companies, posing significant risks to user data and national security. The Tech Transparency Project warns that these apps may route internet traffic through Chinese servers, potentially allowing government access to sensitive information.
Experts urge users to avoid these Chinese-owned VPNs, emphasizing that if a service is free, users may be the product. Both Google and Apple face criticism for allowing these high-risk apps on their platforms without adequate transparency regarding ownership.