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Pope Francis Urges Media Literacy Amid Social Media Dangers

1/28/2025

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Pope Francis captivated 9,000 media workers at the Jubilee of the World of Communications, cautioning against the dangers of "brain rot" from overindulgence in social media. He called for a revival of media literacy and critical thinking, urging storytellers to spread hope and foster courageous communication that uplifts marginalized voices and bridges divides.

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Pope Francis captivated 9,000 media workers at the Jubilee of the World of Communications, cautioning against the dangers of "brain rot" from overindulgence in social media. He called for a revival of media literacy and critical thinking, urging storytellers to spread hope and foster courageous communication that uplifts marginalized voices and bridges divides.