Years ago, people often did things simply because they enjoyed them. A person could clean the garage, organize a spice rack, read a book, or practice a skill without feeling the need to announce it to anyone. Today, much of life feels performative.

Recently, researchers identified more than two dozen toys being sold online that claim to be powered by major AI systems. Some of these toys appear to rely on technology from large AI companies, even though those companies say their tools are not intended for children.

Medical experts recommend that teenagers get eight to ten hours of sleep each night. Yet recent research shows that 77% of high school students report getting less sleep than that. In 2007, that number was already concerning at 69%. The latest data show that the increase is largely driven by teens reporting five hours of sleep or less.