Last night marked a big change for Bulgaria and Romania as they officially joined the Schengen zone, making it easier to travel across many European countries without border checks. This expansion includes countries like Germany, Spain, and France, among others. The Schengen area now covers 25 of the 27 EU member states, as well as a few additional countries like Swi...
Young adults from Gen Z are facing a unique challenge. They're calling it a "midlife crisis, " even though they're just in their twenties. The dream of independence has turned into a nightmare for many. Why? Money problems, job instability, and worries about the future are taking a toll. These issues are affecting their personal and professional lives. Gen Zers are m...
Have you ever seen someone wearing a bright yellow, star-shaped patch on their face and thought it was a new fashion trend? Think again! This is the age of pimple patches, where treating breakouts is out in the open. These small stickers are blowing up on social media, with TikTok alone having over 500 million videos mentioning "best pimple patches. " One brand leadi...
Imagine this: a 27-year-old from California is surprised to find "dirty sodas" on a menu in Las Vegas. What's even more surprising? Her 19-year-old cousin from the UK knows what it is, thanks to a hit Hulu show called "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. " This show follows eight young Mormon women in their 20s and 30s living in Utah. It's like the tamer cousin of real...
Four years back, Jay Bhattacharya was shunned by colleagues at Stanford and silenced on social media for his views on the pandemic. He's come a long way since then. President-elect Donald Trump has nominated him to lead the National Institutes of Health (NIH). If approved, this could be a big win for science and academic freedom. Why? Because the NIH funds a ton of r...
Ever thought about 'snowflaking'? It's not fun and games. It's about dating someone who's only there for the holidays, then dumps you once the season ends. This isn't cool – it's just mean. A dating app expert recently warned about this trend. Surprisingly, some people plan to break up before the festivities even start! Why? For fun, company, or to escape family ques...
It’s no secret that technology is transforming the way we work. A recent study found that a whopping 88% of Gen Z uses artificial intelligence (AI) to help them with their jobs. This generation, known for its tech-savviness, turns to AI to beat what some call “task paralysis”—feeling overwhelmed by work duties. About 82% of these young professionals reported that AI ...
Generation Z was thought to be more progressive, but many young men found a leader in Donald Trump. As they struggle with jobs and identity, Trump offers validation and promise. The 'Lost Boys' feel left behind by today's world and see Trump as a way to reclaim a past they idealize. They find support in online spaces like the 'manosphere' where their grievances are e...
Are you curious about how teens can learn to love their country? A recent study has explored ways to fuel patriotism in teens and young adults, often referred to as “Generation Z. ” They found that involving young people in media production can be a game-changer. The research delved into the nuts and bolts of how to make this happen. It covered the methods, content,...
A 23-year-old martial arts champion from Australia has some strong feelings about dating in the modern era. Zac O’Brien, who recently returned from Thailand, shared his thoughts on the Sydney dating scene. He described a blind date that started off rocky, but turned around when someone else gave him their number. Zac finds today's dating scene challenging, comparing ...