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Gen Z Protests Challenge Modi's Rule in India
Gen Z protests demand Modi's election commissioner resignation as youth unemployment surges.
Dawn · 1m
Young voters fear mass shootings but are divided on gun control
Young voters fear mass shootings but split on gun control solutions.
The Conversation · 1m
Ladderdodging: workers are rejecting promotions
More employees are turning down career advancement to escape the stress, responsibility and isolation that come with management roles.
Fastcompany · 1m
Festive shopping becomes social experience for Gen Z
Gen Z sees festive shopping as a social experience, not a single peak moment.
Financialexpress · 1m
Gen Z Workplace Habits Confuse Older Generations
Older adults share Gen Z workplace habits they find unprofessional.
BuzzFeed · 1m
Jersey Mike's Mini Bundles for $7.99
Jersey Mike's offers mini cold subs with chips for $7.99 to attract Gen Z.
Nation's Restaurant News · 1m
Kate Spade's CEO bets on Gen Z nostalgia
Eva Erdmann is rebuilding the fashion brand by targeting young women seeking joy and connection in a fragmented world.
TIME · 3m
Christmas spending costs UK households £1,502
UK households expect £1,502 for Christmas this year, with Gen Z spending most but worried about affordability.
LADbible · 1m
Mélenchon Cheers Gen Z Protests
French far-left candidate supports student protests and calls for voting age drop to 16.
Seattletimes · 1m
Gen Z's retro tech revival
Gen Z buys vintage tech to escape smartphone distractions.
Straight Arrow · 1m
Solo Dates Feel Luxurious
Solo dining becomes a luxury for budget-conscious consumers.
Woman's World · 1m
Gen Z trades for hands-on work
Gen Z skips college for skilled trades as AI threatens office jobs.
The San Francisco Standard · 2m
Anime Wins New Fans Globally
Anime growing in popularity among Gen Z and teens worldwide.
The Japan Times · 1m
Ford CEO exposes why Gen Z won't finish trade apprenticeships
Seventy-one percent of teens want skilled trades, but only 48 percent finish apprenticeships. The problem isn't persuasion, it's what happens after they enroll.
Fortune · 2m
Mall Brands Shift Strategies for New Generations
Abercrombie and Hollister adapt to Gen Z and Millennials with different retail approaches.
Woman's World · 1m
Why Gen Z Loves 'Murder House'
Gen Z now watches 36% of 'American Horror Story' Season 1 on Hulu.
IndieWire · 1m
Birthday Party Gone Wrong
Colleague's DUI arrest after wild birthday party leaves writer guilt-ridden.
Slate Magazine · 2m
Gen Z Texts Like a Live Chat
Gen Z breaks thoughts into quick texts while millennials send full paragraphs.
Mashable · 1m
Caffeine Gold Rush: Coffee Competition Intensifies
Starbucks' coffee empire faces fierce rivals as new brands target every customer need.
Adweek · 1m
Zelle Report: 1 in 10 young singles stopped dating due to cost
Zelle's report shows 11% of Gen Z and millennials stopped dating because of rising costs.
Mashable · 1m
Sex Recession Complicated by Gen Z Data
Gen Z's sex activity drops but desire remains high, per Kinsey study.
Mashable · 1m
Gen Z Pays $200 for Y2K Mall Clothes
Gen Z buys vintage mall clothes for up to $200.
Woman's World · 1m
Credit Unions Shift Branch Focus
Credit unions turn branches into financial advice hubs as Gen Z seeks in-person guidance.
Pymnts · 1m
Adult children choose estrangement for privacy
Adult children increasingly choose estrangement from parents to reclaim privacy and autonomy.
MadeForMums · 2m
Match relaunches Upward for Gen Z marriage focus
Match Group relaunches Upward app targeting Gen Zers seeking marriage.
Mashable · 1m
Gen Z finds control through faith and data center fights
The youngest adults are turning to religion and blocking AI infrastructure at unprecedented scale, driven by a shared need for agency in a world that feels imposed upon them.
Fortune · 2m
Practice solo travel at home first
A reporter who has traveled alone to 10 countries recommends exploring your own city before taking your first solo trip.
Business Insider · 1m
What Gen Z really means by socialism
Young voters support socialist policies, but few call themselves socialists and most want concrete solutions, not ideology.
Vox · 3m
Gen Z and Gen Alpha Reshape Indian Retail
India’s youngest consumers drive 80% of household purchases through digital-first brands.
Financialexpress · 1m
Levi's 1980s Denim Trend Returns
Levi's relists shares as 1980s denim trend resurges.
BBC News · 1m
Bose returns to wired earbuds after 11 years
Wired headphones are having a moment with Gen Z, and Bose noticed teens wearing them everywhere.
WIRED · 2m
Make It Loud With These Tested Party Speakers
Party speakers are replacing nightclubs for younger consumers who find going out too expensive. WIRED tests the best models for any gathering.
WIRED · 5m
Sandbox Guide: 2026 Campaign Trends
Music Ally reveals top 4 marketing campaigns of 2026.
Music Ally · 1m
Gen Z skips meals as healthy food costs soar
College students between 18 and 25 want to eat better but can't afford it, so nine in ten cut back on food to pay bills.
Fortune · 1m
Iced coffee at interviews divides Gen Z and recruiters
Recruiters debate whether Gen Z candidates bringing iced coffee to job interviews signals casualness or reflects changing workplace norms.
Fortune · 2m
Dating Costs Too Expensive for Gen Z and Millennials
Dating costs $189 per date for Gen Z and millennials, forcing many to skip relationships.
Cosmopolitan · 1m
Amex Turns Harry Styles Fandom Into Membership Perk
American Express partners with Harry Styles' global fanbase for exclusive concert and album access.
Adweek · 1m
Sombr Finds Strength in Swift's Advice
Sombr credits Taylor Swift's advice for helping him handle online hate after her Songwriters Hall of Fame shout-out.
Billboard · 1m
Britney Spears' 'Slave 4 U' 25th Anniversary Data
Spotify data reveals 27% of 'Slave 4 U' streams are from listeners born after Britney's 2000 MTV debut.
Rolling Stone · 1m
White Nationalism's Deeper Appeal
White nationalism's appeal extends beyond partisan politics to young men and social strain.
The Conversation · 1m
Calendar stalking: Workers use Outlook to get noticed
Hybrid workers track bosses' Outlook schedules to maximize face time.
Usatoday · 1m
Austin Abrams Becomes Hollywood's Hottest Breakout
Austin Abrams' role in Resident Evil makes him internet's latest obsession after his breakout in Weapons.
Slate Magazine · 1m
Sallie Starts Serving Ads to Students
Sallie's new ad platform targets students with scholarships and financial aid.
Adweek · 1m
Meta's Muse Charm taps into Gen Z's retro tech trend
Meta's new AI device looks like a Tamagotchi but rides a wave of young people turning tech into fashion accessories and rejecting algorithm-driven disconnection.
TechCrunch · 3m
Five Below's 2026 Outlook
Five Below's proven store expansion strategy targets long-term growth with a 76 Superscore.
Yahoo Finance · 1m
Kids2's Rochelle Wainer on Parent Insights
Gen Z parents reshape brand strategies with fresh insights.
Adweek · 1m
Spotify's Tabby Tour Targets Gen Z with Coach
Spotify's Coach collab tour boosts ad revenue by engaging Gen Z directly.
Adweek · 1m
Gen Z is richer but miserable anyway
A new report finds Gen Z has more wealth and income than any generation before them at the same age, yet they feel worse about money than anyone on record.
Fortune · 3m
Why Public PDA Feels So Personal
Gen Z's loneliness fuels sadness when seeing romantic displays in public
Cosmopolitan · 1m
Gen Z Shoppers Demand Wallet Acceptance
Gen Z shoppers will leave merchants without digital wallet support, costing businesses millions.
Pymnts · 1m
Visa and Mastercard Back Moov's P2P Payment Tool
Moov Money lets users send payments via debit card without app sharing.
Pymnts · 1m
Los Angeles Athleisure Brand Opens Chicago Flagship
Los Angeles activewear brand Set opens Chicago West Loop store with Midwest lake house design and local merchandise.
Chicago Sun-Times · 1m
Walmart-backed OnePay launches teen banking program
OnePay's new teen banking program helps families build credit, savings and investing skills.
Pymnts · 1m
Why Gen Z avoids phone calls
Spontaneous calls went from casual to crisis signals. But experts say we're losing something real.
Business Insider · 2m
Gen Z isn't giving up on wealth. It's just asking parents for help.
A new U.S. Bank report shows young people still want traditional wealth-building, but the math has changed so much that parents now feel obligated to bankroll their kids' futures.
Fortune · 3m
Gen Z can't afford the adulthood we were promised
A generation expected to delay traditional milestones is discovering they may be permanently out of reach due to economics, not choice.
Business Insider · 1m
Netflix's 'A Different World' revival finds heart in a darker age
The new Hillman College tackles Gen Z problems with less comedy but more depth than the beloved 1987 original.
TIME · 2m
Dating apps combat swipe fatigue with real-world events
Dating apps like Tinder and Bumble are adding in-person activities to reduce swipe fatigue and boost real-world connections.
Fortune · 1m
Kitten Heels: Why They Rule the Club
Kitten heels offer comfort without sacrificing style for club nights and everyday life.
Cosmopolitan · 1m
Indya Moore and Dr. Annie Farmer Join 'Watch You Rise' as Exec Producers
Indya Moore and Dr. Annie Farmer become executive producers for 'Watch You Rise', a documentary exploring sexual harm's roots and healing for Gen Z.
Variety · 1m
