有意思周报｜情人节专项调查：相比较高调示爱，Z世代更欣赏这些细微举动；马来西亚部长声称工作压力会改变人的性取向

Group 1 - The core finding of the research indicates that Generation Z prefers subtle and intimate gestures of affection over grand displays of love, with nearly 80% of respondents expressing this preference [3] - 33% of Generation Z respondents are avoiding traditional Valentine's Day activities such as giving flowers or posting gifts on social media, viewing these actions as lacking individuality and overly performative [3] Group 2 - The top ten preferred gestures of affection among Generation Z include complimenting outfits (50%), sending good morning texts (50%), and watching each other's favorite movies (48%) [4] - 83% of Generation Z feels seen through these small gestures, and 85% feel cherished; 46% stated they would not continue a relationship without such thoughtful actions [4] Group 3 - Meta and YouTube are facing landmark lawsuits regarding the alleged harm caused to children by their social media platforms, accused of intentionally making children addicted [9] - The lawsuits highlight a divide in the scientific community regarding social media addiction, with some experts disputing its existence while others liken the platforms to casinos and addictive drugs [10] Group 4 - The case centers around a 20-year-old girl named "KGM," whose experiences with social media may influence the outcome of numerous similar lawsuits against social media companies [12] - Internal communications from Meta and Google suggest awareness of the potential harm their platforms may cause to children, with one Meta employee comparing Instagram to a drug [10][12] Group 5 - In Portugal, children are allowed to participate in elections by casting "virtual votes" for their favorite cartoon characters, aimed at educating them about democracy [15][16] - Parents express that this initiative helps instill a sense of civic responsibility in their children from a young age [16] Group 6 - In Florida, residents are creatively incorporating iguanas into their diets, with local restaurants experimenting with iguana dishes like pizza and burritos [34][38] - The trend arises from a recent cold snap that caused iguanas to fall from trees, leading to an unusual abundance of the reptiles [35] Group 7 - IKEA has introduced a giant hot dog measuring approximately 20 inches (about half a meter) for $5, which has drawn comparisons to Costco's popular hot dog deal [44][45] - The giant hot dog is currently only available in the UAE, with no confirmation on whether it will be introduced in other regions [46]