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News24
4 days ago
- News24
Life beYondr cellphones: Eastern Cape schools create phone-free zones
St Andrew's College in the Eastern Cape is one of two schools that have asked pupils to lock their phones in Yondr pouches during school hours. Supplied/Source
Fox News
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Fox News
Teens and phone use while driving: Why this deadly habit persists
Phones have become a constant companion for today's teens, offering entertainment, connection and navigation at their fingertips. But when it comes to driving, this convenience can quickly turn dangerous. Recent research reveals an unsettling reality: Despite widespread awareness of the risks, teens and phone use while driving remains a persistent and deadly problem. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy ReportGet my best tech tips, urgent security alerts and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. Plus, you'll get instant access to my Ultimate Scam Survival Guide - free when you join my As of 2025, distracted driving remains a major safety concern in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, taking your eyes off the road for just five seconds at 55 mph is like driving the length of a football field with your eyes closed. In recent years, distracted driving has contributed to over 3,200 deaths and hundreds of thousands of crashes annually in the U.S., averaging nearly 900 incidents every day. A new study led by Dr. Rebecca Robbins at Brigham and Women's Hospital, part of the Mass General Brigham system, and published in the journal Traffic Injury Prevention, found that teens spend an average of 21% of every car trip looking at their phones. That's roughly one out of every five minutes behind the wheel. Even more alarming, more than a quarter of teens admitted to glancing at their phones for two seconds or longer at a time, long enough to dramatically increase the risk of a crash. You might assume teens are just checking directions, but the data tells a different story: This means that the urge to stay entertained or connected often outweighs safety concerns, even when teens are aware of the risks. Researchers used the Integrated Model of Behavioral Prediction to investigate what motivates teenagers to use their phones while driving. They found that many teens believe using their phones makes driving more enjoyable or helps them multitask. Social influence also plays a significant role; when friends or family members use their phones while driving, teens are more likely to adopt the same behavior. Additionally, many teens feel confident in their ability to manage both driving and phone use, which leads them to underestimate the real dangers involved. Reducing teen phone use behind the wheel requires a combination of practical strategies, open communication and positive role modeling. Here are some effective tips to help keep young drivers focused and safe: 1. Set "Do Not Disturb": Activate "Do Not Disturb" mode before driving to block notifications and reduce temptation. 2. Keep phones out of reach: Store your phone in the glove box or back seat so it's not easily accessible. 3. Talk about risks: Parents and schools should regularly discuss the dangers of distracted driving with teens. 4. Model safe behavior: Adults should avoid using phones while driving to set a positive example. 5. Use monitoring apps: Consider apps that block phone use or track driving habits for added accountability. 6. Know the law: Understand and follow your state's rules on phone use for young drivers. The alarming truth is that teens and phone use while driving isn't just about a lack of awareness; it's about competing motivations, social pressures, and a dangerous sense of confidence. As technology evolves, so must our strategies for keeping young drivers safe. If you knew that just one glance at your phone could change your life or someone else's forever, would you still take the risk? Let us know by writing to us at Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy ReportGet my best tech tips, urgent security alerts and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. Plus, you'll get instant access to my Ultimate Scam Survival Guide - free when you join my Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
CNET
7 days ago
- CNET
The Future Unfolds: Z Fold 7 Delivers Slimmer Profile, Extended Power and Flagship Imaging
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Daily Mail
18-06-2025
- Daily Mail
Woman issues major warning over the item you should NEVER leave out in airport scanning trays
An avid traveler has issued a stark TSA warning over the one item you should never leave out in airport scanning trays. The woman, known as on TikTok, said that she made a shocking revelation after speaking to a TSA agent at the airport. 'The thing I am absolutely never doing when I go through TSA... I am not putting my phone directly into one of the containers or bins. It's always going inside a zipped pocket in my bag.' Ready to swipe: An avid traveler warned against putting cells in airport scanning bins 'Why? I did this once, the TSA looked at me and said, "You don't like your phone?" 'I looked at him like he was a little crazy and I said, "Yes." 'He said, "This is the fastest way to get it stolen."' The content creator added: 'The number one thing they see get stolen on a regular basis is phones and that's because they are left out and available. 'You know the lines can back up and somebody could just swipe it and you're not paying attention until you realize it's too late. And then try traveling without your phone. 'So always make sure that your valuables are zipped up into your bag when they go through the scanners.' Dozens of users flooded the comments sharing their own stories and tips. 'Someone swiped my mom's laptop exactly like this!' one person said. 'Make sure your driver's license is put into a zipped pocket too. Lost mine after going through TSA and didn't realize it until I was on the plane,' another wrote. 'Yup. Also, I worry about leaving it in the bin (recently saw someone do it and had to chase them down),' someone shared. 'Might be gross but I shove my phone inside one of my shoes…' a user admitted. Another suggested: 'I would include passport in this too. Or wallet. So many folks toss their personals right in a bin or on top of their bags.' However, some people acknowledge that airports often require all electronics to be placed in the bins. 'Except when the airport requires all electronics and phones to be out in a bin,' a person wrote. The poster responded: 'If that's the case, I'll comply, but be overly vigilant.' Many others also thanked the content creator for the advice.
