The verdict marks the end of the first-ever jury trial over whether tech giants should be held accountable for social media addiction. It may influence the outcome of 2,000 other pending lawsuits.
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Brett Cooper says she makes up her own mind — about Trump and everything else
NPR’s Steve Inskeep asks conservative commentator Brett Cooper about her YouTube following, her recent criticisms of President Trump and her opinion of Nick Fuentes.
Who sued Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth this week? Find out in the quiz
This week, you’ll need to be knowledgeable about holy media darlings, portrait-making techniques, and beloved Canadian icons — and that’s just three questions.
The defining cultural trends of 2025, according to YouTube
A 1960s pop song, a must-have soft toy and a global anime hit are among the leaders on YouTube’s year-end trends list.
Even a government shutdown can’t stop the quiz. Can you score 11?
This week’s quiz also features bears.
‘AI slop’ videos may be annoying, but they’re racking up views — and ad money
Critics say that “slop” videos made with generative AI are often repetitive or useless. But they get millions of views — and platforms are grappling with what to do about them.
This YouTube show explains climate change to the kids who have to live with it
Suzie Hicks the Climate Chick is an up-and-coming educator and TV host. Her YouTube series is tailored to suit kids ages 4 through 8.
Older viewers are turning to YouTube. It’s recently led me back to some favorite shows
Plus, Kevin Bacon plays a bounty hunter in The Bondsman starting Thursday, and a new medical drama premieres on Netflix.
What’s Making Us Happy: A guide to your weekend viewing and gaming
Each week, guests and hosts on NPR’s Pop Culture Happy Hour share what’s bringing them joy. This week: Chef John Mitzewich, Star Trek, the return of baseball and the videogame Teardown.
Sometimes, you just need to take a break and watch a guy unclog a drain
The world is full of unsolvable problems and it’s nice to see something get fixed. Millions of us are turning to YouTube to watch people unclog drains, deep clean rugs, and do other satisfying tasks.


