Research reveals how negative thinking could physically alter the brain

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A negative mindset is known to trigger or heighten stress and anxiety — and new research has revealed other trickle-down effects on mental and physical health.

Researchers from Amen Clinics, a nationwide brain health diagnostics company, examined brain scans and cognitive data of nearly 20,000 patients who had been diagnosed with anxiety disorders.

xxsaid brain disorder specialist and psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Amen, co-author of the study and founder of Amen Clinics.

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The people who had higher negativity bias were found to have reduced blood flow in the frontal, temporal and parietal lobes — regions critical for decision-making, memory and emotional regulation, according to Amen.

“The extent of physical brain abnormalities — especially in areas not previously linked to emotional processing, like the cerebellum — was striking,” he noted.

A negative mindset is known to trigger or heighten stress and anxiety — and new research has revealed other trickle-down effects on mental and physical health. (iStock)

These more negative people were also found to have “significantly higher levels” of depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, emotional instability, poor memory and poor stress regulation.

“Not only were mood symptoms worse, but actual thinking skills — especially memory and resilience — were compromised,” Amen observed.

“Until we start looking at the brain, we are flying blind in psychiatry.”

The findings were published in the journal Depression and Anxiety.

“This research supports what I have long argued: Mental illness is brain illness,” the researcher went on. “Until we start looking at the brain, we are flying blind in psychiatry.”

“The study shows that people with anxiety disorders who exhibit strong negativity bias — the tendency to focus more on negative than positive stimuli — demonstrate clear structural and functional abnormalities in the brain,” the lead researcher said. (iStock)

There were some limitations to note with this study, primarily its cross-sectional design, which means it captured data from a snapshot in time rather than following the group for an extended period.

“The study shows association, not causation,” Amen told Fox News Digital. “While negativity bias correlates with dysfunction, it doesn’t definitively cause it.”

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Based on the study findings, Amen emphasized the importance of optimizing brain health and maintaining a more positive mindset.

“If you want to treat mental health seriously, you need to look at the brain,” he said.

“If you want to treat mental health seriously, you need to look at the brain,” the researcher said. (iStock)

“If you find yourself spiraling into negative thoughts, it may not be ‘just stress’— it could be a sign that your brain needs help.”

Negativity bias isn’t just a “bad attitude,” according to Amen — “it’s a neurological pattern that can spiral into full-blown cognitive and emotional breakdown.”

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“The good news? The brain is changeable — but only if we start looking at it.”

While the study didn’t delve into testing potential solutions, Amen noted that daily positivity practices can be beneficial.

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“Broader research suggests that exercise, meditation, omega-3 consumption, gratitude journaling and deep breathing can help rewire negativity bias over time,” he said.

Melissa Rudy is senior health editor and a member of the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to melissa.rudy@fox.com.

4,500-year-old baby rattles discovered in Syria reveal Bronze Age parenting

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Recent research shows that parents have long looked for ways to keep their children entertained – including during the Bronze Age.

The National Museum of Denmark recently announced the discovery of 4,500-year-old baby rattles from Syria.

The research, which also involved historians from Archéorient CNRS in France and the University of Milan, was recently published in the journal Childhood in the Past.

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In the May 19 press release, the Danish museum said the rattles were mass-produced by professional potters in the ancient city of Hama. A total of 19 rattles were found in a residential quarter of the city, making the discovery the largest of its kind in the Near East.

The rattles contained small pebbles or pieces of clay.

The National Museum of Denmark recently announced the discovery of 4,500-year-old baby rattles from Syria. (John Fhær Engedal Nissen / National Museum of Denmark)

They were made from the same mixture of clay as professionally made pottery in Hama, which suggests the rattles “were part of the potters’ professional range alongside other ceramic wares,” the museum said.

“They were probably sold at the market to parents who wanted to entertain – or distract – their children,” the press release noted.

“Today, we use screens. Back then, it was rattles.”

How do archaeologists know the toys were designed for children? For one, the rattlers make such a low noise it’s unlikely that they were used as musical instruments.

Experts also observed that the handles are “very small and not suitable for adults, but they fit exactly into a small child’s hand,” the release said.

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National Museum of Denmark researcher Mette Marie Hald, one of the co-authors of the study, said the material culture of children is often overlooked in archaeology.

“When you find items such as these, the tendency in archaeology has been to interpret them as musical instruments or even cultic objects when, really, they are something much more down-to-earth and relatable such as toys for children,” Hald said.

The rattles were crafted by professional potters in the ancient city of Hama. (National Museum of Denmark)

She said that the millennia-old toys aided the sensory and motor development of young ones, just as rattles do today.

“It shows us that parents in the past loved their children and invested in their well-being and their sensorimotor development, just as we do today,” she said.

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“Perhaps parents also needed to distract their children now and then so that they could have a bit of peace and quiet to themselves. Today, we use screens. Back then, it was rattles.”

Hald said she hopes the discovery “provide[s] us with a greater insight into the world of children in the past … From an economic point of view, it is fascinating that already 4,500 years ago, there was an actual market for commercial toys.”

Archaeologist holding baby rattle fragment

Mette Marie Hald, shown at right, is one of the co-authors of the study. She said the rattles were likely sold at Bronze Age markets. (John Fhær Engedal Nissen / National Museum of Denmark; Jacob Hald)

“At the same time, it is touching to get a glimpse of a family’s everyday life – perhaps a parent stopped at a market stand on their way home and bought a rattle as a present for their child.”

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“This scenario is entirely recognizable to us today.”

Many remnants of the Bronze Age still survive after thousands of years.

The rattles are “very small and not suitable for adults,” archaeologists said. (John Fhær Engedal Nissen / National Museum of Denmark)

Earlier this year, a Bronze Age settlement was uncovered by archaeologists in the United Kingdom amid highway construction.

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In Turkey, a well-preserved loaf of 5,000-year-old bread was recently discovered, inspiring local bakers to develop a copycat recipe.

Brain-eating amoebas and critical supplements, plus psychedelics as mental health aid

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Fox News’ Health newsletter brings you stories on the latest developments in health care, wellness, diseases, mental health and more.

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– Texas woman dies of brain-eating amoeba

– Do you need a magnesium supplement? Experts share symptoms of deficiency

– Psychedelics explored as potential mental health treatment

This week’s health newsletter includes stories on the benefits of magnesium supplements, psychedelics as a mental health treatment and more. (iStock)

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Manhattan Project site now aims to power AI race against China

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Over 80 years after scientists of the ‘Manhattan Project’ harnessed the power of the atom to end World War II, the top-secret worksite has a new mission to help dominate AI before China does.

The first phase of the United States’ latest uranium enrichment facility opened in Oak Ridge, Tennessee in May.

Uranium powers the nuclear reactors the AI data centers are turning to for reliable energy. They will use more energy as AI becomes more sophisticated, according to Orano USA CEO Jean-Luc Palayer.

“The United States can lead in AI, only if we can power AI,” Palayer said. “Having that in mind and our new project on enrichment in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, we step forward on a new mission of equal consequence.”

Numerous Tennessee lawmakers joined Palayer for a ribbon cutting of his new facility in Oak Ridge.

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The first phase of the Orano USA uranium enrichment facility opened on May 29. (Fox News)

The U.S. Energy Information Administration reported 99% of U.S. nuclear fuel is imported from other countries. In 2023, most of America’s uranium products came from Russia, Canada, Australia, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan. The U.S. banned the import of uranium products from Russia in May 2024, but companies can still apply for waivers until 2028.

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“America is staring down the barrel of an energy crisis,” Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee said. “We can’t lose the AI war to China. We can’t lose the energy war to Russia. In order to do that, we have to win the nuclear energy renaissance war in America.”

The site of the top secret ‘Manhattan Project’ of the 1940’s was crucial to the development of the atomic bomb that ended World War II. (Fox News)

At the end of May, President Trump signed four executive orders aimed at quadrupling domestic nuclear energy production by 2050. The orders include a deadline for the publication of a report on how to strengthen domestic uranium conversion capacity and enrichment capabilities. It orders the government to update its nuclear energy policies to streamline production. At least 10 large nuclear reactors must be under construction no later than 2030, according to the order.

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Meanwhile, China plans to build 10 new nuclear power reactors each year for the next decade, totaling 100 reactors by 2035. A list of U.S. nuclear reactors posted by the National Energy Institute shows the U.S. has built three in the last 30 years.

China plans to build 100 nuclear reactors in the next decade. Meanwhile, the U.S. has built three in the last 30 years. A Trump executive order aims to quadruple domestic nuclear energy production by 2050. (Fox News)

Despite rapid capacity growth in 2022, nuclear power made up only about 5% of China’s cumulative power generation that year. Nuclear power accounts for about 18% of the electricity generation mix in the United States.

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“We can’t wait 10 years to build nuclear reactors in this country. “That’s how long it used to take to approve them, to permit them, to build them,” Lee said. “We don’t have 10 years. China will have built 150 in 10 years.”

In 2023, the Department of Energy reported data centers used an estimated 176 TWh. That number is expected to rise to between 325 and 580 TWh by 2028. The department estimated AI data centers will use about 12% of U.S. energy annually by 2028, enough to power New York City for 11 years.

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Gaza Humanitarian Foundation chief focuses on distributing aid amid criticism

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The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation’s (GHF) new chairman is ignoring critics and keeping his focus on what he calls the group’s “singular mission” of making sure the people of Gaza have food.

“Our mission has nothing to do with Hamas. It has nothing to do with Israel. It has everything to do with making sure that hungry Gazans get food. That is our singular mission. No other mission,” Rev. Johnnie Moore, GHF’s executive chairman, told Fox News Digital.

Moore took the helm June 3, just a few days after the Israeli- and U.S.-backed aid group began its distribution operations.

Palestinians carry aid supplies from the U.S.-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip May 29, 2025. (Reuters/Hatem Khaled)

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Even before GHF began distributing aid, it faced criticism in the weeks leading up to its launch. The United Nations came out strongly against the group. U.N. Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator Tom Fletcher was a vocal critic, claiming the U.N. already had the infrastructure and ability to distribute aid.

Moore, however, believes GHF is “trying to solve a problem that the U.N. hasn’t been able to solve,” namely, the issue of Hamas stealing aid. Rather than admonish critics, Moore is urging them to join GHF’s efforts to get food to people on the ground in Gaza.

The GHF chief also noted that, despite what critics have said, Gazans have been “incredibly grateful” to receive the support. Not only have the beneficiaries been thanking the U.S., they’ve been thanking President Donald Trump. Moore attributes this to a promise the commander in chief made in the Oval Office.

Rev. Johnnie Moore, GHF’s executive chairman, says Gazans receiving aid from GHF are thanking President Donald Trump because of a remark he made in the Oval Office. (Reuters/Nathan Howard)

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“They’re thanking President Trump specifically because a few weeks ago, in the Oval Office, in one of the many, many press briefings that President Trump does, he made a passing comment,” Moore said.

“And the comment related to how Hamas was treating the Gazan people very badly when it came to humanitarian aid. And he made a promise that the United States would do something about it. And the people in Gaza are attributing our free distribution of food as a direct response to the promise of the president of the United States.”

Israel and the U.S. have repeatedly said that GHF is the best mechanism for distributing aid to Gazans and ensuring that Hamas does not get anything. Moore told Fox News Digital humanitarian aid officials have faced a “false choice” for years between Hamas and the people of Gaza.

“I think for many, many years, the aid community thought that the cost of giving aid to the people of Gaza is that you had to lose a certain amount of that aid to all of these other nefarious purposes. We’re just showing that that’s a false choice. That doesn’t have to be the case. We can actually give aid without facing these dilemmas,” Moore said.

Palestinians carry aid supplies they received from the U.S.-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation in the central Gaza Strip May 29, 2025. (Reuters/Ramadan Abed)

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“Since the Israeli authorities allowed the U.N. to resume bringing limited aid into Gaza after nearly 80 days of a total blockade of any supplies, there have been understandable instances of trucks carrying food being offloaded by hungry civilians,” Eri Kaneko, spokesperson for the U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, told Fox News Digital.

“In some cases, we have also seen unacceptable looting by armed, criminal gangs, which posed tremendous risk to our drivers’ safety. To meet humanitarian needs in Gaza and help reduce looting, far more essential supplies should be allowed into Gaza through multiple crossings and routes.”

In late May, Israeli U.N. Ambassador Danny Danon revealed the international institution was using “mafia-like” tactics against NGOs that were open to working with GHF. The U.N. removed several NGOs from a shared aid database, which acts as a “central system for tracking aid deliveries into Gaza,” according to Danon.

The following week, after Danon exposed the U.N.’s actions, the U.S. vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. The resolution also addressed humanitarian aid, though Danon said it would have undermined, rather than advanced, such efforts.

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Just minutes before vetoing the resolution, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Dorothy Shea urged the U.N. to support GHF “to help it safely deliver aid without being diverted by Hamas. The GHF has emphasized it will deliver aid consistent with the humanitarian principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence.”

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Food travel guidelines from TSA allow pizza, donuts, pies and even live lobsters

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The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has issued a reminder to flyers about the foods they can and cannot bring on board planes.

TSA posted a “breakfast travel tip” on Monday on its X account, noting, “We don’t suggest leaving this delicious pastry behind.”

The post featured a photo of “The Simpsons” character Homer eating a donut pasted into the corner of a security checkline.

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“Donuts are g2g[good to go] in carry-on or checked bags, no matter what toppings you choose,” the post said.

“How many you decide to bring is up to you.”

The TSA is clarifying which foods can “fly” with passengers and which might get tossed at checkpoint. (iStock)

TSA then added a link sharing guidance for traveling with certain food items.

Sixty different food items are listed in terms of the items travelers may pack in their carry-on bag or checked luggage, with some restrictions on particular items.

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Travelers may pack pies, cake, pizza, solid cheese and chocolate, cooked meat, cookies, crackers, candies and cereal.

Travelers may pack pies, cake, pizza, solid cheese and chocolate, cooked meat, cookies, crackers, candies and cereal, according to the TSA. (iStock)

“Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags,” reads the TSA website.

TSA advises that travelers should separate such items “that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine.”

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Travelers can pack solid foods such as cake, pizza and chocolate in carry-on or checked luggage. (iStock)

Even live lobsters can be packed — as long as they’re in a clear, plastic and spill-proof container.

“A TSA officer will visually inspect your lobster at the checkpoint,” reads the restriction. “We recommend that you contact your airline to determine your airline’s policy on traveling with your lobster before arriving at the airport.”

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Tamales are allowed with no restrictions listed.

Coffee, creamy cheese, canned foods, gravy, ice cream and hummus are allowed to be carried on if the items weigh less than 3.4 ounces.

TSA is reminding travelers about the foods they’re allowed to have in their carry-on and checked bags. (iStock)

While fresh fruits and vegetables are allowed, there are special instructions related to them.

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“Passengers flying from Hawaii, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands to the U.S. mainland cannot take most fresh fruits and vegetables due to the risk of spreading invasive plant pests,” the TSA says.

CBP rolls out enhanced passenger processing technology at some US airports

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The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is rolling out new technology at the start of summer travel for those visiting or returning to the land of the free.

“Enhanced passenger processing” alerts CBP officers to passengers’ details before those travelers even get to a passport check by using automatic photo-capturing technology.

Fox News Digital reached out to CBP with questions regarding the specific details that might be shared with officials.

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CBP Acting Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane Sabatino said in a press release the department is “committed to enhancing national security while streamlining lawful travel.”

“By leveraging advanced technologies and mobile applications, we are transforming inspections at airports into a seamless, touchless process, enabling faster risk identification and efficient processing of legitimate visitors,” Sabatino added.

CBP has introduced enhanced passenger processing at airports; the system takes automatic photos before flyers reach the passport checkpoint. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

Enhanced passenger processing is currently available at 10 U.S. airports and one international location.

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It can be found at John F. Kennedy International Airport, Orlando International Airport, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Denver International Airport, Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Cross Border Xpress, Chicago O’Hare International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International, and Dublin Airport.

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Enhanced passenger processing alerts CBP officers to passengers’ details before they get to a passport checkpoint by using automatic photo-capturing. (iStock)

There are discussions about introducing the technology to 10 additional locations, with one launching at Montréal-Trudeau International Airport next month.

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CBP officials processed over 420 million travelers at ports of entry in fiscal year 2024, marking a 6.6% increase from the previous year, according to CBP.

Enhanced passenger processing is available at 11 airports in total right now. (iStock)

Global Entry members can use “Seamless Border Entry” technology, which provides a touchless experience for flyers “on the move” by auto-capturing photos.

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The technology “allows Global Entry members to move through the inspection process seamlessly with minimal interaction with a CBP officer, depending on officer discretion,” the release said.

Global Entry members can use “Seamless Border Entry” technology, which provides a touchless experience for flyers “on the move” by auto-capturing photos. (iStock)

Seamless border entry’s eighth and final location is set to open at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport this month.

AI-powered Facebook scam ads use deepfakes to target vulnerable users

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Scam ads on Facebook have evolved beyond the days of misspelled headlines and sketchy product photos.

Today, many are powered by artificial intelligence, fueled by deepfake technology and distributed at scale through Facebook’s own ad system.

From fake crypto endorsements by celebrities to malware disguised as video game betas, the landscape of digital scams is smarter, faster and more dangerous than ever.

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How Facebook scam ads have evolved with AI and deepfakes

Scammers used to rely on low-effort clickbait, but that era is over. Now, sophisticated schemes are leveraging AI-generated content. Technology is being used to create convincing videos of celebrities endorsing fake products or services. These ads exploit the trust users place in public figures and the perceived legitimacy of Facebook’s advertising platform. These tools can mimic a person’s appearance and voice with alarming accuracy, making it challenging for users to discern real from fake. And these tools are no longer out of reach. Scammers use a mix of freely available AI generators and private networks to mass-produce scam campaigns that look more real than ever.

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Real examples of Facebook scam ads using celebrity deepfakes

On Reddit, users have posted screenshots of bizarre scam ads that made it through Facebook’s filters:

One features an AI-generated video of Kelly Clarkson promoting a suspicious cash giveaway. There are reportedly over 20 accounts using variations of the name “Kelly Clarkson Live.” These ads ask users to comment “Christmas” to receive free money, then instruct them to contact a WhatsApp number to claim their prize, which is a common tactic used to harvest personal information or initiate payment scams.

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Screenshots of bizarre Facebook scam ads (Reddit)

Another uses Billie Eilish’s face to endorse a knockoff shopping site. The design mimics standard e-commerce ads, making it easy to fall for, especially for fans or younger users.

Screenshots of Facebook scam ads (Reddit)

How AI tools and deepfake tech power Facebook scam ads

These scams are not the work of lone fraudsters. They are coordinated efforts that mirror real digital marketing operations.

Deepfake software is used to create fake video footage of celebrities.
AI voice clones make fake endorsements sound eerily convincing.
Text generators churn out fake user reviews, comment threads and testimonials.
Scam kits with ad templates and deployment instructions circulate in private Telegram groups and Discord servers.

These operations are designed to appear legitimate. Landing pages mimic reputable news sites. Comment sections feature AI-written praise. Every element is optimized to build trust and get the click.

Who Facebook scam ads target and why you could be next

Scammers do not just blast out ads at random. They use Facebook’s ad targeting system to handpick the most vulnerable audiences.

Older users are often targeted with health scams or celebrity cash giveaways.
Men aged 25-45 are frequently shown crypto or investment ads featuring tech figures.
Fans of specific celebrities or shows may see fake endorsements tied to those interests.
Users who click on giveaways or contests are more likely to be targeted again, since Facebook tracks interaction history.

These groups are targeted because they are either perceived as trusting, impulsive or unfamiliar with how digital scams operate.

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Why Facebook scam ads keep getting past Meta’s moderation

Despite Meta’s claims of robust ad review, scam ads still make it through frequently and quickly. Here is why:

Most ads are approved by automated systems that cannot catch nuanced AI fakery.
Scammers use geographic targeting to show ads in regions less likely to report fraud or where enforcement is weak.
The ads often run for only a short time before disappearing, making them harder to catch.

Even with tools like facial recognition being tested to detect unauthorized celebrity use, these systems have not been widely implemented. Meanwhile, investigations by consumer advocacy groups and cybersecurity firms have found that a significant portion of crypto-related Facebook ads are fraudulent. With scammers paying for ad space, Meta has little financial incentive to aggressively remove them.

Common signs of Facebook scam ads: What to watch for

Scam ads can be surprisingly well-made, but common themes show up again and again. Watch for:

Free game betas or giveaways, especially ones that require downloads.
Celebrity endorsements promoting crypto, weight-loss pills or supplements.
Mimicked news articles or fake media logos.
Urgent claims or miracle results, which are classic scam tactics.

If an ad prompts you to download a file, especially a .zip or .rar, it is almost certainly a trap.

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How to protect yourself from AI-powered Facebook scam ads

Here is how to stay safe and help others do the same:

1. Check the source: If it is an ad, approach it with extra skepticism. Look it up independently.

2. Do not download files from ads: Especially avoid compressed formats like .zip or .rar, which often contain malware.

3. Verify endorsements: If a celebrity is promoting something, check their official social media or public statements.

4. Report suspicious ads: Even if you are not sure, reporting helps Meta identify fraudulent activity.

5. Talk to friends and family: Especially older adults, who may be more trusting of what they see on Facebook.

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6. Be wary of unsolicited messages or friend requests and install strong antivirus software: Scammers often use fake profiles to send scam ads or phishing links via Facebook Messenger or friend requests. Avoid clicking links from unknown contacts. Also, install strong antivirus software, which adds a layer of defense that can block malware from scam links. This protection can also alert you to phishing emails and ransomware scams, keeping your personal information and digital assets safe. Get my picks for the best 2025 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices.

7. Consider using a password manager: If your credentials are compromised, this minimizes the risk of attackers accessing other accounts. A password manager can securely store and generate complex passwords. It will help you create unique and difficult-to-crack passwords that a hacker could never guess. Second, it also keeps track of all your passwords in one place and fills passwords in for you when you’re logging into an account, so that you never have to remember them yourself. The fewer passwords you remember, the less likely you are to reuse them for your accounts. Get more details about my best expert-reviewed password managers of 2025 here.

8. Turn on two-factor authentication (2FA): 2FA can prevent unauthorized logins even if your password is stolen.

9. Regularly update your software and apps: Keeping your operating system, browsers and Facebook app updated ensures you have the latest security patches that can block known vulnerabilities exploited by scammers.

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Kurt’s key takeaways

Scam ads on Facebook are evolving fast, using AI-generated content, fake celebrity endorsements and deepfakes to trick users into clicking. What looks like a game beta or cash giveaway can actually lead to malware, phishing scams or fake crypto schemes. Facebook’s ad review system isn’t catching these in time, which means users need to stay alert. Be skeptical of ads, avoid downloading files, install trusted antivirus software and talk to family members who may be more vulnerable.

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Flight passenger defends controversial ‘gate lice’ trend amid travel etiquette debate

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A flight passenger came out in defense of a controversial travel trend, sparking an etiquette debate among flyers.

The trend of “gate lice” was widely reported last year when American Airlines began prohibiting people from boarding ahead of their particular seat zone.

The airline began using technology that audibly alerts gate agents when passengers are attempting to board ahead of their designated assignment, Fox News Digital reported.

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Recently, a traveler posted in the “r/delta” forum on Reddit, writing “in defense of gate lice.”

“Flying out of [Philadelphia] today, and you could not hear [what] the gate agent was saying, ‘Now boarding blahblahblah.’ What?” read the post.

A Reddit user has defended a trend known as “gate lice” boarding. The person said that inaudible announcements are made in airports — prompting people to have to move closer to the gate. (Getty Images)

The user admitted he is hard of hearing, but that his wife is not.

“We were not alone because everyone was crowding around the gate area trying to understand what this ridiculous woman was saying,” the user wrote.

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“There was a sign that displayed the boarding zones currently allowed to board, but it was facing another gate and not facing where all the gate lice were standing … To read the sign, you have to get in the way of the passengers who are allowed to board! Total madness,” the person continued.

The user went on to share his grievances about the volume of gate agents and pilots over the speaker.

Some passengers say poor communication at gates justifies crowding. (iStock)

Redditors took to the comments section to discuss their thoughts about “gate lice” and their own experiences with flying.

“I stand against the wall facing the gate so I can hear the announcements. I don’t consider myself gate lice,” commented one user.

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Another person wrote, “It’s the inconsistency that bothers me. Figure out the best way to board planes … then every airport do[es] it exactly the same.”

The term “gate lice” refers to people crowding the gate and attempting to board ahead of their proper seat zone. (iStock)

“Just a couple of weeks ago, I realized I could not hear a damn thing the gate agent was saying,” said one user. “I couldn’t see the screens and had to move closer like the dreaded gate lice. But I honestly did not know what they were saying. It was completely inaudible.”

Other Redditors weighed in on the volume and tone of announcements by gate agents.

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“I was boarding a flight in Atlanta, and the [gate agent] was muttering incoherently into the microphone and then would turn to the woman beside her and laugh. No one could understand what she was saying,” commented a user.

Still another person wrote, “All need to learn how to enunciate. Then you don’t need to raise your voice as much. Everyone understands clearly spoken words.”

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People on Reddit (not pictured) weighed in on the volume and tone of announcements made by gate agents. (iStock)

“I have a hearing impairment … This condition significantly impacts my experience when flying, as I often struggle to hear important announcements from gate agents, especially related to delays or gate changes,” shared one user.

Another person commented that “[gate agents] don’t even care they’re announcing over another announcement on top of the PA system being terribly designed.”

California-based etiquette expert Rosalinda Randall told Fox News Digital there have always been passengers who try to get around the general boarding process.

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“Today, it has become more prevalent,” she said.

“When caught, instead of admitting to it or shrugging with a clichéd, ‘No harm in trying,’ they become belligerent, still expecting to have their demands met,” Randall said.

“When we don’t follow the simple guidelines, airlines are forced to create rules,” said one etiquette expert. (iStock)

She added, “Gate lice may have different reasons for jumping ahead of their assigned zone. Other than having a tight connecting flight or traveling with a disabled passenger, wait your turn.”

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Randall also said, “When we don’t follow the simple guidelines, airlines are forced to create rules. And, yes, for those of us who try to follow the rules and practice courtesy, it stinks and is frustrating.”

Apple unveils iOS 26 with Liquid Glass design at WWDC as AI features lag

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Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) kicked off on Monday and runs through Friday. But the Cupertino-based company is not making us wait until the end. The major announcements have already been made, and there are quite a few. The headliners are new software versions for Macs, iPhones, iPads and Vision.

We are seeing a unified naming scheme, with every software version getting a “26” suffix. This means iOS 26, macOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26 and more. Beyond the name changes, the software has received major updates across devices, including a new Liquid Glass design that reminds me a bit of the old Windows Vista.

All of this sounds great, but I couldn’t help but notice that the AI features this year feel subpar. They seem even duller when you consider the cutting-edge AI announcements Google made last month.

Let’s dive deeper into WWDC 2025 and Apple’s ongoing AI crisis.

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iOS 26 and iPadOS 26: Unified naming and the new Liquid Glass design

One of the most noticeable changes this year is Apple’s decision to unify the naming across all its platforms. Instead of traditional version numbers, Apple is now using the year after release as the version name. So the new names are iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS 26 and visionOS 26. These updates will arrive in late 2025, but the new naming makes it much easier to keep track compared to older versions like iOS 19, watchOS 12 or macOS 16.

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On iOS 26 and iPadOS 26, the updates bring a fresh look thanks to the Liquid Glass design. This design language uses translucent materials and subtle animations to create a sense of depth and clarity. Some might say it feels a little nostalgic, reminding me of the old Windows Vista’s glossy glass effects.

New features in iOS 26 and iPadOS 26: Safari, camera, Messages and more

Several core apps have received noticeable redesigns. The Camera app now looks cleaner and easier to navigate, while Safari introduces updated tab management and new tools to improve browsing. The Phone app moves to a unified layout, combining Favorites, Recents and Voicemails in one place, making call management simpler than before.

Messages also gets some fun and useful additions. You can now add custom backgrounds to conversations, letting you personalize your chats in a new way. Group chats become more interactive with new features like quick polls, making it easier to gather opinions from your friends or family.

iPadOS 26 brings Mac-like power to the iPad

Apple is making iPads a lot more Mac-like with iPadOS 26. It introduces new windowing capabilities that let you resize app windows, place them anywhere on the screen and open more windows at once. It also introduces a more precise mouse pointer and a new menu bar that allows you to swipe down on an app to view various options and commands. iPadOS 26 also gains a version of the Mac’s Preview app, letting you view and annotate images and files with ease.

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macOS 26 Tahoe: Liquid glass design and smarter spotlight search

macOS Tahoe 26, the successor to macOS Sequoia, brings Apple’s new Liquid Glass design to the Mac, giving the Dock, toolbars, app icons, widgets and system colors a translucent, glass-like look.

The update also introduces a dedicated Phone app that works with a paired iPhone via Continuity. It combines Favorites, Voicemails, Call Screening and Hold Assist. Live Activities from your iPhone, such as tracking an Uber, now appear in the Mac menu bar for quick updates.

Spotlight gets its biggest update yet, letting users run Shortcuts and actions inside the current app. Quick keys enable faster commands such as sending messages or adding reminders. Spotlight can also act as a mini launcher, showing all your apps, including those mirrored from your iPhone, with results prioritized by relevance.

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Apple integrates ChatGPT for smarter writing, Siri enhancements and expanded AI features

As part of Apple Intelligence, Apple announced the integration of OpenAI’s ChatGPT directly into system-wide features such as writing suggestions and Siri. When Siri encounters a question or task it can’t handle, it can now request assistance from ChatGPT, but only after explicitly asking for the user’s permission each time. Users can access ChatGPT within apps like Mail and Notes to generate summaries, compose replies or brainstorm content ideas on demand.

This partnership marks the first time OpenAI’s GPT-4o has been embedded into the Apple ecosystem for fallback AI tasks. The integration is tightly controlled and opt-in: Users must grant permission before any information is sent to ChatGPT, and Apple emphasizes robust privacy protections, including obscuring IP addresses and not sharing personal data unless a user connects their ChatGPT account.

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Additionally, ChatGPT’s capabilities extend to creative tools such as Image Playground, where users can generate images in new styles like oil painting or vector art, and to Visual Intelligence features, which allow users to ask ChatGPT about content on their screens or search for similar products and images. This integration is designed to enhance productivity and creativity while keeping user privacy at the forefront.

Notably, Apple Intelligence also includes on-device foundational models for privacy, preserving AI tasks such as notification summaries, text rewriting and app actions separate from ChatGPT integration.

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Apple intelligence at WWDC 2025: Are the AI features falling behind?

Apple’s artificial intelligence features took a backseat at WWDC 2025. While the company introduced a visually striking redesign across platforms with Liquid Glass and rolled out new apps and quality-of-life improvements, its AI announcements were limited in scope.

New features under the Apple Intelligence banner include live translation across Messages, FaceTime and the Phone app, a capability Android users have had for several years. Apple also introduced Workout Buddy, a fitness tool that uses an AI-generated voice to provide spoken encouragement. While functional, these additions do little to shift the broader AI narrative in Apple’s favor.

By contrast, Google, Microsoft and OpenAI have all rolled out monthly or even weekly AI advancements, highlighting Apple’s slower pace.

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Where is Siri? Apple’s AI assistant still missing in action

Notably absent were any major upgrades to Siri. Last year, Apple announced a more dynamic version of its virtual assistant. Many of those promised features remain unreleased.

Craig Federighi, Apple’s senior vice president of software engineering, during the keynote gave Siri only a passing mention.

“As we have shared, we are continuing our work to deliver the features that make Siri even more personal,” he said. “This work needed more time to reach our high-quality bar, and we look forward to sharing more about it in the coming year.”

That vague timeline of “in the coming year” suggests we will not see major Siri news until 2026 at the earliest.

This is definitely not good news for the company as competitors push out updates every few weeks. Apple originally pitched the new Siri as the next big step for the company, with personalized capabilities based on your relationships, conversations, routines and more. But one year later, those ambitions are still just promises. In fact, the new Siri experience is currently available only in limited beta on iPhone 15 Pro models and select iPads or Macs with M-series chips, further underscoring the slow rollout.

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Kurt’s key takeaway

Apple’s WWDC 2025 brought plenty of polish and a few welcome surprises. The Liquid Glass design gives every device a more modern feel, and the unified naming system finally brings some consistency. But the company’s AI story still feels like it is lagging behind. There’s no doubt Apple is laying the groundwork for something bigger. But for now, the most ambitious AI updates remain out of reach, and the gap between Apple and its competitors continues to grow.

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