Young Adults Trust Social Media for News, Regrets Pending
When young adults use social media to 'keep up with current events,' they're basically attending a party where half the guests unsurely brag about fake celebrity sightings and conspiracy theories. The article asks, 'What kind of information are they getting?' Spoiler alert: itâs like getting your news from a Magic 8-Ball, but the ball only answers 'Try again later.' So buckle up, because todayâs social feeds serve facts with a side of chaos, making 'staying informed' feel more like a high-stakes game of rumor roulette.
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Social media: where 'current events' means guessing if today's rumor is true or just some guy with a meme. Itâs basically the news, but the fact-checker is your high school gossip club.
If young adults rely on social media for news, I hope they have expert levels in decoding sarcasm, emojis, and the ancient art of scrolling past sponsored posts pretending itâs important.
Following news on social media for young adults is like choosing your horoscope as your career advisorâmistakes will be made, but hey, itâs entertaining!
Source: Theatlantic | Published: 8/2/2025 | Author: Unknown
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