The Swedish sobriety secret: dry December and off-licences shut on a Saturday night
Swedes increasingly embrace Vit Jul, a tradition of abstaining from alcohol during Christmas, reflecting a broader cultural shift towards responsible drinking.
This year's top artists embraced personal expression and defied traditional music norms, reflecting a cultural shift towards authenticity and individuality.
YouTube Shares Top Trends of 2024
Digital-native franchises are reshaping pop culture by coexisting and competing with traditional media.
Cultural evolution is increasingly influenced by online engagement and digital content creation.
This was crowned 2024's word of the year - and we have pop singer Charli XCX to thank for it
'Brat' has been designated as Collins Dictionary's word of the year for 2024, reflecting chaotic yet hedonistic cultural influences.
Grindr's 2024 in review from tops to bottoms and from daddy culture to Charli XCX
Grindr's UNWRAPPED 2024 celebrates trends and voices in the queer community based on user data, highlighting viral moments and cultural icons.
The 10 Best Albums of 2024
This year's top artists embraced personal expression and defied traditional music norms, reflecting a cultural shift towards authenticity and individuality.
YouTube Shares Top Trends of 2024
Digital-native franchises are reshaping pop culture by coexisting and competing with traditional media.
Cultural evolution is increasingly influenced by online engagement and digital content creation.
This was crowned 2024's word of the year - and we have pop singer Charli XCX to thank for it
'Brat' has been designated as Collins Dictionary's word of the year for 2024, reflecting chaotic yet hedonistic cultural influences.
Grindr's 2024 in review from tops to bottoms and from daddy culture to Charli XCX
Grindr's UNWRAPPED 2024 celebrates trends and voices in the queer community based on user data, highlighting viral moments and cultural icons.
The TV killing spree: why are so many smash-hit shows about women being murdered?
Murder dramas provide comfort and escapism, especially among female viewers, who seek out these narratives amidst real-world chaos.
RAIN's top-10 best-of crime podcast list comparison 2024
Various publications highlight different preferences in True Crime podcasts for 2024, revealing a wide range of listener interests.
No One Needs a Luigi Mangione Show
Public frustration with health insurance fuels fascination with figures like Luigi Mangione, reflecting societal issues and the romanticization of criminals.
The TV killing spree: why are so many smash-hit shows about women being murdered?
Murder dramas provide comfort and escapism, especially among female viewers, who seek out these narratives amidst real-world chaos.
RAIN's top-10 best-of crime podcast list comparison 2024
Various publications highlight different preferences in True Crime podcasts for 2024, revealing a wide range of listener interests.
No One Needs a Luigi Mangione Show
Public frustration with health insurance fuels fascination with figures like Luigi Mangione, reflecting societal issues and the romanticization of criminals.
'The most controversial rebrand of the year': Understanding the tightrope that legacy brands like Jaguar walk during a rebrand
Legacy brands like Jaguar struggle to modernize without losing historical identity, particularly amidst cultural shifts and the demand for contemporary aesthetics.
Inside e.l.f. made, e.l.f. Beauty's new entertainment arm
e.l.f. Beauty's e.l.f. made aims to create timely, culturally relevant content through an integrated marketing approach.
How Legacy Brands Keep Their Fingers on the Pulse | Muse by Clios
Legacy brands can thrive by blending creativity with strategic cultural insights, fostering agile, collaborative relationships with agencies.
'The most controversial rebrand of the year': Understanding the tightrope that legacy brands like Jaguar walk during a rebrand
Legacy brands like Jaguar struggle to modernize without losing historical identity, particularly amidst cultural shifts and the demand for contemporary aesthetics.
Inside e.l.f. made, e.l.f. Beauty's new entertainment arm
e.l.f. Beauty's e.l.f. made aims to create timely, culturally relevant content through an integrated marketing approach.
How Legacy Brands Keep Their Fingers on the Pulse | Muse by Clios
Legacy brands can thrive by blending creativity with strategic cultural insights, fostering agile, collaborative relationships with agencies.
The term 'skibidi' is a fluid, multi-functional expression among Gen Alpha, with no fixed meaning, reflecting contemporary meme culture.
New York's 20 Most-Read Stories of 2024
Readers preferred personal narratives in 2024, with a focus on chronic illness, autism diagnosis, and intricate relationship dynamics amid a politically turbulent year.
What Professional Organizers Know About Our Lives
Professional organizing has evolved from a niche concept to a mainstream practice, shaped significantly by influential books and cultural trends.
Opinion | The Ubiquity of Wicked' Shows How Commercial Needs are Consuming Culture
Collaborations among brands have become crucial for marketing campaigns in a fragmented attention economy, yet audience fatigue may signal oversaturation.
Why must every TV show and movie be a musical now?
There's an increasing tendency in media to include musicals, but this often feels excessive and detracts from storytelling.
Opinion | The Ubiquity of Wicked' Shows How Commercial Needs are Consuming Culture
Collaborations among brands have become crucial for marketing campaigns in a fragmented attention economy, yet audience fatigue may signal oversaturation.
Why must every TV show and movie be a musical now?
There's an increasing tendency in media to include musicals, but this often feels excessive and detracts from storytelling.
The Decade in Culture-Tech: Streaming, Binging, Opining
The shift from Web 2.0 to mobile-centric platforms has both democratized access to technology and raised concerns about corporate dominance and user control.
The Untold Story Of Spotify Wrapped - SlashGear
Spotify Wrapped is a cultural phenomenon that turns user data into a marketing success story for Spotify.
The transformation from Year in Music to Wrapped illustrates effective branding and user engagement strategies.
What Is 'Cringe' and Why Can't We Stop Talking About It?
Cringe is experiencing discomfort from observing someone awkwardly trying to impress, and it resonates widely on social media.
Halloween 2024 costumes embrace memes, DIY, and obscurity
Halloween has evolved into a celebration focused on creativity, humor, and meme culture, favoring niche costumes over traditional ones.
What Trump 2.0 Means for Tech + A.I. Made Me Basic + HatGPT!
Emojis are reshaping communication, particularly in politics, by conveying nuanced emotions succinctly.
Instagram's Favorite New Yorker Cartoons in 2024
Humans enjoy revisiting past preferences, reflecting our varied tastes and joys, as illustrated through social media and music.
The Decade in Culture-Tech: Streaming, Binging, Opining
The shift from Web 2.0 to mobile-centric platforms has both democratized access to technology and raised concerns about corporate dominance and user control.
The Untold Story Of Spotify Wrapped - SlashGear
Spotify Wrapped is a cultural phenomenon that turns user data into a marketing success story for Spotify.
The transformation from Year in Music to Wrapped illustrates effective branding and user engagement strategies.
What Is 'Cringe' and Why Can't We Stop Talking About It?
Cringe is experiencing discomfort from observing someone awkwardly trying to impress, and it resonates widely on social media.
Halloween 2024 costumes embrace memes, DIY, and obscurity
Halloween has evolved into a celebration focused on creativity, humor, and meme culture, favoring niche costumes over traditional ones.
What Trump 2.0 Means for Tech + A.I. Made Me Basic + HatGPT!
Emojis are reshaping communication, particularly in politics, by conveying nuanced emotions succinctly.
Instagram's Favorite New Yorker Cartoons in 2024
Humans enjoy revisiting past preferences, reflecting our varied tastes and joys, as illustrated through social media and music.
'I created a monster': Sensational banana art still echoes as Art Basel Miami Beach opens
Art Basel Miami Beach 2024 signals a shift towards deeper societal themes in art, moving beyond flashy visuals.
'It was Pak's work that truly ignited our love for digital art': Desiree Casoni and Pablo Rodriguez-Fraile on their trendsetting collection
Desiree Casoni and Pablo Rodriguez-Fraile are influential digital art collectors who have supported leading contemporary artists and their innovative contributions.
Baseball rivalries have remained static for decades, with no major new rivalries emerging to challenge the historical ones.
Vintage Digicams Aren't Just a Fad. They're an Artistic Statement
Young photographers are embracing vintage digital cameras for their quirky imperfections, stepping away from smartphone perfection in search of authenticity.
Vintage teddy bear sales are surging due to nostalgia ahead of the 'Paddington in Peru' film release.
We Went To The Hello Kitty Cafe In Las Vegas, Here Are Our Takeaways - Tasting Table
Hello Kitty Cafes combine nostalgia with immersive experiences, aiming for more permanence than typical pop-ups.
Dodgers-Padres Is the Rivalry Baseball Needs
Baseball rivalries have remained static for decades, with no major new rivalries emerging to challenge the historical ones.
Vintage Digicams Aren't Just a Fad. They're an Artistic Statement
Young photographers are embracing vintage digital cameras for their quirky imperfections, stepping away from smartphone perfection in search of authenticity.
Not quite religion, not quite self-help: welcome to the Jordan Peterson age of nonsense
Manifesting and Jordan Peterson's teachings embody a modern mix of self-help and spirituality focused on personal success.
The Observer view: Selling a piece of fruit for 4m isn't bananas, it's decadent. Art is better than this
The sale of Maurizio Cattelan's banana artwork raises questions about cultural value and the perception of art.
I don't look like him at all, I'm just tall': Jacob Elordi lookalike crowned in Melbourne
The Jacob Elordi lookalike competition showcased the actor's cultural impact, despite an underwhelming turnout and lack of competitors amid a heatwave.
From Chalamet to Mescal: why are celebrity lookalike competitions everywhere?
Celebrity lookalike competitions are gaining global popularity, creating a unique cultural phenomenon of vanity and self-indulgence.
Timothee Chalamet's attendance at his lookalike contest highlights the absurdity of these events. They are both entertaining and frivolous, reflecting societal obsessions.
Opinion | Why We Turn to Crosswords in Times of Crisis
Crossword puzzles can provide solace and distraction during challenging times, serving as a refuge from life's struggles.
A$AP Rocky's Tranmere link raises eyebrows but football and rap fit perfectly | Barney Ronay
A$AP Rocky's potential purchase of Tranmere Rovers highlights the blending of celebrity culture with sports ownership.
Sorry, But the '90s Did Leopard Print Better-6 Looks Inspiring My 2024 Wardrobe
Leopard print is making a prominent comeback in fashion for 2024, highlighting its enduring appeal since the '90s.
THE ART OF THE DEAL
Artist agents represent a significant shift in the relationship between contemporary art and commercial interests, marking a departure from historical ideals.
The Halloween Parade's Theme: Meow'
The Village Halloween Parade theme for this year is 'meow,' inspired by cultural references and trends.
Cultural trends significantly influence the themes chosen for annual events like the Halloween Parade.
Malcolm Gladwell's recent work examines the darker aspects of the Tipping Point concept, focusing on the manipulation of social phenomena.
Revenge of the Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell review same theory, but a bit dreary
Gladwell's 'Revenge of the Tipping Point' presents diverse themes but lacks a clear unifying narrative, leaving readers unsatisfied with its complex exploration.
Malcolm Gladwell's New Take on Tipping Points
Malcolm Gladwell's recent work examines the darker aspects of the Tipping Point concept, focusing on the manipulation of social phenomena.
Revenge of the Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell review same theory, but a bit dreary
Gladwell's 'Revenge of the Tipping Point' presents diverse themes but lacks a clear unifying narrative, leaving readers unsatisfied with its complex exploration.
This Is How American Movie Tastes Changed Since You Were a Kid
21st-century culture regurgitates 20th-century trends, showing little real progress in entertainment or society.
Meet The "Star Boys" - The Men Who Actually Love Astrology
Men are increasingly embracing astrology, challenging stereotypes and participating in a belief system traditionally associated with women.
Breast reduction: 'People have this idea that it's great to have big breasts and it really isn't'
Sinéad Kavanagh opted for breast reduction surgery to alleviate years of discomfort and attention related to her breast size.
As a mom, I'm so tired of over-the-top birthday parties for kids
Children's parties have become overly extravagant, with parents pressured to spend significantly to create impressive events instead of focusing on meaningful celebrations.