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The internet recently went into a tailspin over the weekend as hoax reports surfaced claiming Jackie Chan had died. Social media timelines were flooded with messages of condolence, tributes, and emotional posts-in all, spurred by a doctored image and AI "news" headlines. Hours later, fans around the world found themselves learning the truth: the action star is very much alive. But the damage was already done.

There was a time when traveling meant the discovery of places, people, and even yourself. You packed a camera for memories, not validation. These days, though, in the hyper-connected world where everything gets filtered, captioned, and uploaded in real time, many are left to ask themselves this: Has traveling lost its meaning?

The growing influence of social media over children and teenagers has been a big concern for parents. The Australian government took a bold step in late 2024, passing a bill in Parliament that would prevent children under 16 from accessing social media platforms. Popular platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, Snapchat, and YouTube would be restricted from December 2025.