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Psychology
fromThe Verge
6 hours ago

Silicon Valley has forgotten what normal people want

LLMs are not a groundbreaking discovery; many concepts they embody have been known for a long time.
#chinamaxxing
Digital life
fromFortune
1 day ago

Gen Z is 'Chinamaxxing'-and it's less a love letter to Beijing than an indictment of America | Fortune

American cultural dominance is being challenged by a rising trend of Gen Z embracing Chinese culture online.
Social media marketing
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Some Gen Z Americans can't stop 'Chinamaxxing'

Young Americans are increasingly adopting Chinese cultural habits in a trend called "Chinamaxxing," driven by social media influencers and geopolitical tensions between the US and China.
Digital life
fromFortune
1 day ago

Gen Z is 'Chinamaxxing'-and it's less a love letter to Beijing than an indictment of America | Fortune

American cultural dominance is being challenged by a rising trend of Gen Z embracing Chinese culture online.
Social media marketing
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Some Gen Z Americans can't stop 'Chinamaxxing'

Young Americans are increasingly adopting Chinese cultural habits in a trend called "Chinamaxxing," driven by social media influencers and geopolitical tensions between the US and China.
Fashion & style
fromQueerty
1 hour ago

From the runway to OF, this men's fashion brand is serving lewks & lewds - Queerty

Louis Gabriel Nouchi's brand LGN combines sensual menswear with gender-fluid designs, recently launching an OF page to explore intimacy and desire.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
3 hours ago

21 Adults Over 30 Who Live With Their Parents Are Revealing How It's Going

Living with parents after 30 is common and should not be a source of shame.
Humor
fromWIRED
8 hours ago

War Memes Are Turning Conflict Into Content

Memes have become a rapid means of expressing dark humor and political satire during conflicts, reflecting societal responses to fear and hardship.
Cannabis
fromFast Company
21 hours ago

'People get very giggly': The rise of getting stoned with your coworkers

Cannabis use is growing in the U.S., influencing corporate culture and holiday parties, especially in states where it is legal.
fromWSOC TV
16 hours ago

More Americans are considering moving abroad permanently

"People were working from home, there were people starting to become what we call digital nomads, and people realized they had more flexibility in life," Speer said.
Women in technology
Arts
fromHyperallergic
11 hours ago

The Future of Museums Is a Dance Floor

Rave culture serves as a transformative space for belonging and worldbuilding, challenging traditional social hierarchies and perceptions.
Canada news
fromInsideHook
1 day ago

The Canadian Brands Breathing New Life and Creativity Into Menswear

Canada is emerging in the fashion industry with independent brands focusing on craftsmanship and unique styles.
#tiktok
fromMashable
5 days ago
Social media marketing

TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat: Teens share which app affects sleep most

TikTok is perceived by teens as a major distraction, negatively impacting sleep and productivity more than Instagram and Snapchat.
Social media marketing
fromMashable
5 days ago

TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat: Teens share which app affects sleep most

TikTok is perceived by teens as a major distraction, negatively impacting sleep and productivity more than Instagram and Snapchat.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

A sad indictment that the young seek tradwife life | Letters

The tradwife ideal offers comfort but also poses dangers, as highlighted by past feminist struggles and the need for societal change.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Readers reply: What would the world look like if people didn't make mistakes?

Mistakes are almighty: you can't ever guarantee that the next moment will host no manifestation of a mistake. According to evolution theory, the diversity of life on Earth entirely emerges from copying mistakes of DNA polymerase.
Philosophy
UX design
fromMedium
2 days ago

Are we makers by nature-or consumers by design?

The relationship between creation and consumption is strained, impacting designers' creativity and cognitive processes.
#gen-z
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago
Artificial intelligence

The AI backlash was always going to come - what nobody predicted was that it would come first from the generation born into the technology - Silicon Canals

Education
fromFortune
4 days ago

Gen Z turning its back on AI isn't irrational - it's a verdict on everyone who failed them | Fortune

Gen Z feels failed by institutions regarding AI, with declining excitement and hope despite recognizing its potential for financial opportunities.
fromBuzzFeed
5 days ago
Careers

Older Generations Are Sharing The Things About Gen Z They Simply Don't Understand

Artificial intelligence
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

The AI backlash was always going to come - what nobody predicted was that it would come first from the generation born into the technology - Silicon Canals

Gen Z is increasingly skeptical of AI, with a significant drop in excitement and rising concerns about its impact on their work and creativity.
Education
fromFortune
4 days ago

Gen Z turning its back on AI isn't irrational - it's a verdict on everyone who failed them | Fortune

Gen Z feels failed by institutions regarding AI, with declining excitement and hope despite recognizing its potential for financial opportunities.
Careers
fromBuzzFeed
5 days ago

Older Generations Are Sharing The Things About Gen Z They Simply Don't Understand

Gen Zers experience constant tracking by family and friends, leading to concerns about privacy and autonomy.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

'I'm the lucky one' - more than one in three young men now live with their parents

More than one in three young men in the UK lived with their parents in 2025, driven by high renting costs and rising house prices.
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

Asking the Wrong Questions About Hasan Piker

Piker's refusal to condemn Hamas and his statement about voting for Hamas over Israel have drawn criticism from both the right and left, highlighting the contentious nature of his views.
Left-wing politics
SF LGBT
fromWIRED
3 days ago

The Influencers Normalizing Not Having Sex

Abstinence from sex is rising among both genders, with young women experiencing a significant increase in celibacy.
Graphic design
fromForbes
2 days ago

Google Pixel And Highsnobiety Build A Talent Pipeline For Fashion

The Pixel Institute of Fashion and Technology aims to support emerging designers by integrating technology into sustainable business practices.
#ai
European startups
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

I've lived in China for over 10 years and saw the OpenClaw craze unfold. The West needs to keep up.

AI tools like OpenClaw are transforming small businesses in China, supported by government initiatives and a growing microeconomy.
European startups
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

I've lived in China for over 10 years and saw the OpenClaw craze unfold. The West needs to keep up.

AI tools like OpenClaw are transforming small businesses in China, supported by government initiatives and a growing microeconomy.
Media industry
fromHer Campus
3 days ago

How Declining Attention Spans Are Changing Our Media

Second Screen Viewing influences writers to simplify storylines and dialogue for audiences distracted by their phones.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Why I'm embracing the latest uncool thing in gaming

Marathon offers a welcoming community for feminine-presenting players, contrasting with typical multiplayer experiences in gaming.
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Pacha New York brings global dance legacy to Brooklyn with star-studded opening weekend | amNewYork

Pacha New York aims to serve as a meeting point where global electronic artists, local creatives, and next-generation audiences can converge, fostering a vibrant dance culture.
NYC music
#millennials
fromFortune
3 days ago
Real estate

Older millennials are starting to act like boomers in the housing market - and pulling away from the pack | Fortune

Older Millennials have become the highest-earning home buyers, leveraging home equity to upgrade to larger properties.
Digital life
fromBustle
3 days ago

You Can Pry This Cheugy Millennial Habit From My Cold, Dead Hands

Millennials prefer making big purchases on larger screens due to trust issues with mobile devices.
Real estate
fromFortune
3 days ago

Older millennials are starting to act like boomers in the housing market - and pulling away from the pack | Fortune

Older Millennials have become the highest-earning home buyers, leveraging home equity to upgrade to larger properties.
Digital life
fromBustle
3 days ago

You Can Pry This Cheugy Millennial Habit From My Cold, Dead Hands

Millennials prefer making big purchases on larger screens due to trust issues with mobile devices.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Why the Heritage Consumption Trend Is Lifting Levi's and Leaving Nike Behind

Levi Strauss is experiencing significant growth while Nike faces declining revenues and earnings.
Remote teams
fromThe Queen Zone
6 days ago

More U.S. workers are completely abandoning the traditional 9-to-5: Here are 12 reasons why

The traditional 9-to-5 work model is being replaced by flexible schedules that prioritize work-life balance and mental health.
UK politics
fromMail Online
6 days ago

Gen Z exodus: Report finds three in four now quitting UK aged under 35

The cost of living is driving a significant exodus of young Britons under 35 from the UK.
Relationships
fromBustle
8 hours ago

TikTok's Viral "Rock & Star" Dating Theory Makes So Much Sense

The best relationships are formed between a rock and a star, providing balance and support.
Digital life
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

This May Be Low-Key the Hardest Time to Decode Slang

Slang evolves rapidly, reflecting youth identity and social connection, and serves as a cultural password for belonging among generations.
#generational-differences
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago
Health

Older Adults Are Sharing The Common Experiences From The Past That Have Younger People Baffled

fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago
Writing

People who sacrificed everything for their careers and received modest recognition in return have a very particular reaction to younger workers who refuse the same bargain. It looks like judgment. It's actually envy wearing a mask it found in the 1980s. - Silicon Canals

fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago
Health

Older Adults Are Sharing The Common Experiences From The Past That Have Younger People Baffled

Writing
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

People who sacrificed everything for their careers and received modest recognition in return have a very particular reaction to younger workers who refuse the same bargain. It looks like judgment. It's actually envy wearing a mask it found in the 1980s. - Silicon Canals

Generational narratives about work sacrifice often mask deeper disillusionment with the rewards of hard work and the changing values of younger workers.
#american-eagle
Marketing
fromFast Company
2 days ago

American Eagle is back with Syd and not sorry about it

American Eagle's new campaign with Sydney Sweeney aims to promote denim shorts while providing a calming message for Gen Z amidst societal noise.
Marketing
fromMacon Telegraph
4 days ago

American Eagle and Sydney Sweeney Don't Need Liberals

American Eagle's new campaign with Sydney Sweeney embraces past controversy, suggesting that outrage does not always impact commercial success.
Marketing
fromFast Company
2 days ago

American Eagle is back with Syd and not sorry about it

American Eagle's new campaign with Sydney Sweeney aims to promote denim shorts while providing a calming message for Gen Z amidst societal noise.
Marketing
fromMacon Telegraph
4 days ago

American Eagle and Sydney Sweeney Don't Need Liberals

American Eagle's new campaign with Sydney Sweeney embraces past controversy, suggesting that outrage does not always impact commercial success.
#ai-influencers
Fashion & style
fromThe Independent
1 day ago

Meet the AI influencers taking over Coachella and killing off the real thing

Aitana Lopez is an AI-generated influencer created by The Clueless, earning up to $10,000 monthly through brand deals.
Social media marketing
fromMail Online
6 days ago

Co-AI-chella! AI influencers cash in on the California music festival

AI influencers are generating significant content and revenue from events like Coachella despite not being real individuals.
Fashion & style
fromThe Independent
1 day ago

Meet the AI influencers taking over Coachella and killing off the real thing

Aitana Lopez is an AI-generated influencer created by The Clueless, earning up to $10,000 monthly through brand deals.
Social media marketing
fromMail Online
6 days ago

Co-AI-chella! AI influencers cash in on the California music festival

AI influencers are generating significant content and revenue from events like Coachella despite not being real individuals.
Writing
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

We boomers were handed a very clear script for what a successful life was supposed to look like, and a lot of us followed it - only to find that from the inside, it felt like wearing someone else's coat for thirty years. - Silicon Canals

Following a prescribed life script can lead to feelings of living someone else's life despite achieving traditional success.
Arts
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

11 Masks That Define World Culture

Ancient masks from various cultures symbolize permanence, collective identity, and artistic mastery, reflecting their cultural significance and craftsmanship.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

The forgotten generation isn't the young people struggling to find their place in the world - it's the retirees sitting in fully paid-off houses with lifetimes of experience, waiting for a phone call that the modern world no longer knows it's supposed to make - Silicon Canals

Older adults possess valuable experience but are often overlooked and isolated in contemporary society.
NYC music
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Justin Trudeau at Coachella? That's just wrong: at a certain age, things must change

Coachella has evolved into a festival primarily for influencers and celebrities, raising questions about middle-aged attendance and cultural relevance.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
13 hours ago

Most people don't realize that the sharpest loneliness in midlife isn't having no friends - it's having friends who knew an earlier version of you and have no interest in meeting who you've become - Silicon Canals

Loneliness in midlife often stems from friends not updating their understanding of each other, rather than a lack of social connections.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

What Is Your Quarter-Life Crisis Trying to Tell You?

The quarter-life crisis is driven by internal factors like purpose, meaning, and anxiety, alongside external pressures such as financial instability.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

I founded Culture Pop in my 50s, but my youngest hires keep it relevant and fresh

Tom First founded Culture Pop, a probiotic soda brand, focusing on health-conscious consumers and achieving significant revenue growth in a competitive market.
#fashion
Fashion & style
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

The Garments That Altered the History of Clothing

Chanel revolutionized women's fashion by introducing comfort and confidence through her designs, particularly the little black dress.
Fashion & style
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

'Leverage the local': The fashion trend that explains why everyone around you is channeling their inner tourist

Clothing featuring city names has evolved from tourist souvenirs to mainstream fashion staples, appealing to diverse consumers and price points.
Fashion & style
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

The Garments That Altered the History of Clothing

Chanel revolutionized women's fashion by introducing comfort and confidence through her designs, particularly the little black dress.
Fashion & style
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

'Leverage the local': The fashion trend that explains why everyone around you is channeling their inner tourist

Clothing featuring city names has evolved from tourist souvenirs to mainstream fashion staples, appealing to diverse consumers and price points.
Marketing
fromDigiday
3 days ago

Future of Marketing Briefing: Why brand builders are back in fashion

CPG companies are shifting focus from performance marketers to brand builders in their hiring practices.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The US is no longer the go-to place': How Korean culture is taking Latin America by storm

The Korean wave or hallyu that brought the country's culture to the world has now well and truly engulfed Latin America.
Madrid food
Arts
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

These Gen Z artists cracked the code to getting a stable paycheck: snail mail clubs

Trinity Shiroma's snail mail art club offers monthly prints and interactive elements, attracting 2,400 subscribers and generating $16,000 monthly income.
fromBuzzFeed
2 days ago

People Who Were Teenagers Before Social Media Existed Are Sharing What Life Was Like

You could do something stupid at 15 and only the three people there remembered it - not the entire internet forever.
Digital life
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
2 weeks ago

She's So Anthro-popular; Junked Food | AdExchanger

Anthropic shows signs of lasting impact with increased subscriber gains and strong app rankings despite a previous viral moment decline.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

There's a generation of people who were praised exclusively for being easy to deal with, and they became adults who genuinely cannot tell the difference between being content and being convenient. The two feelings merged so early that separating them now feels like surgery. - Silicon Canals

A false ground in electrical work symbolizes individuals raised to be easy, appearing fine but lacking true grounding in their own needs.
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

How Some People Became So Averse to Hype

Anna Holmes defines 'hype aversion' as a reflex against being told what to like, suggesting that popularity can create pressure rather than signal quality. This feeling can lead to a deliberate choice to resist mainstream culture.
Media industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

My dad is a sneaker collector. His basement is filled with 500 pairs of sneakers.

Brittany Antoinette Wilson's dad has been a collector for over 30 years, starting with comics and expanding to baseball caps and sneakers. His sneaker collection, now around 500 pairs, reflects his passion for fashion and appearance.
Fashion & style
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

I want to say something that my generation rarely says out loud: being tough your whole life doesn't actually protect you from loneliness - it just means you're better at hiding it from everyone, including yourself - Silicon Canals

Being tough can lead to loneliness and isolation, as it prevents genuine connections and vulnerability.
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Art, sex, nature: why is everything sold to us as a means to an end, rather than an end in itself?

Art should be valued for its own sake, not merely for its utilitarian benefits or health claims.
Digital life
fromFortune
5 days ago

Meet the millennial and Gen Z 'attention activists' who are trying desperately to unplug from their phones | Fortune

A movement is emerging among millennials and Gen Z to reduce screen time and promote real-life interactions over digital distractions.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
2 days ago

"It Took Patience": 25 "Outdated" Dating Experiences That Would Make Gen-Z's Heads Explode

Online relationships in the '80s and '90s formed through text-based interactions led to deeper compatibility and longer-lasting marriages.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Are People Speaking Less in This Age of Online Communication?

"While putting a number to the loss, there is much about those lost conversations that these data cannot answer. Were they lost with friends, or family, or with strangers?"
Psychology
#social-media
Fashion & style
fromHer Campus
3 weeks ago

Consumerism, Conformity, & The Death Of Originality

Social media marketing influences consumer behavior, leading to conformity and potential loss of individuality in personal style.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

Nobody tells you that one of the cruelest parts of aging is becoming invisible in rooms you used to command - I walked into a meeting last year as a consultant and a young man looked right through me to greet the person behind me, and I stood there holding 40 years of expertise in a body he had already decided had nothing to offer, and that single moment taught me more about getting old than any birthday ever has - Silicon Canals

Aging can lead to feeling invisible and undervalued in professional settings, despite years of experience.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
3 weeks ago

Young people want their news to be more fun, a new report says

Young adults prefer news that is entertaining and fun, contrasting with older adults who favor traditional news sources.
fromMail Online
6 days ago

HALF of Gen Alpha plan to ditch marriage and kids, survey reveals

Dr John Allan stated that Generation Alpha, many of whom are now approaching adulthood, are clear about what they want from their future. However, many do not feel ready for what comes next, particularly regarding the confidence, independence, and practical skills needed to navigate life after education.
Relationships
Digital life
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

22 Still-Popular Things That Older People Thought Would Just Be "Quick Fads"

Certain trends and cultural phenomena have persisted far beyond initial expectations of being mere fads.
Podcast
fromForbes
1 month ago

Millennial Creators Are Becoming The New Media Establishment ...And Workforce

Digital creators and podcasters have evolved from media disruptors into institutional platforms shaping how audiences consume information and access services.
Marketing
fromCity AM
1 month ago

Meet Gen Zalpha: The new generation up-starts reshaping consumer culture

Gen Zalpha, the fusion of young Gen Z and older Gen Alpha, wields significant commercial influence through direct purchases and persuasion over parents, making them a critical target market for brands.
Mental health
fromMail Online
1 month ago

The exact age Gen Z consider you 'old', revealed - are you past it?

Gen Z perceives old age beginning at 62, significantly younger than Boomers who believe it starts at 67, reflecting generational differences in aging perceptions.
Social media marketing
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Why So Many Americans Online Suddenly Want to Become Chinese

Chinamaxxing, a social media trend where Americans adopt Chinese practices, perpetuates harmful stereotypes by framing Chinese culture as exotic and inferior while reflecting broader anxieties about American economic decline.
Psychology
fromThred Website
1 month ago

why the obsession with gen z + viral auramax just dropped

Gen Z attracts intense commercial and media focus due to their digital nativity, unique generational conditions, and projected high spending power by 2035.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

Malls Are Still A Perfect Hangout Spot For Teens

Reviving malls as supervised tween hangouts can provide safe, social independence while teaching money management, public behavior, and basic life skills.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Why is everyone so obsessed with gen Z?

Generation Z is the most studied generation due to their unique digital immersion from infancy, distinctive behaviors, and significant economic influence on employers and marketers seeking to understand and reach them.
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Marketing at millennials won't save your tired brand

But we in marketing also have a certain fixation on youth. Millennials (put roughly, those born between 1980 and 2000) are the prime suspect at the minute because from where we sit in London, it seems like they're reaching their prime consumption years. They value experiences over things. They want authentic connections to brands. They want to be marketed to via a social influencer instead of a traditional ad (ha! they want to be marketed to - insert laugh/cry emoji here).
Marketing
Digital life
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

People Are Pointing Out The Parts Of American Culture That Are Changing Before Our Eyes

Widespread convenience technologies let people avoid leaving home, reducing everyday face-to-face interaction and increasing social isolation, division, and hostility.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Why do we miss 2016?

The past decade has seen a surge of new ways of self-expression online, but somehow, netizens reminisce about the grainy selfies with dog ear filters, old movies, and less AI-generated content.
Social media marketing
Digital life
fromBustle
2 months ago

I'm Gen Z & Spent A Week Living Like A Millennial In 2016

Recreating a 2016 millennial lifestyle reveals that the era's social energy and constant socializing clash with today's remote work and trend-driven culture.
Digital life
fromFortune
2 months ago

Gen Z is living in a world that doesn't know cheap Ubers or non-exploitative delivery apps. That's what the '2016 vibes' trend is really about | Fortune

Gen Z nostalgia for “2016 vibes” reflects a reaction to an evolved internet economy that eliminated cheap conveniences and the sense of spontaneous youth.
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