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Gen Z's tan chase tests sun-safety norms amid social media myths
health1 day ago

Gen Z's tan chase tests sun-safety norms amid social media myths

Gen Z grew up with sun safety, but many teens and young adults are now chasing tans after seeing influencer tips and UV-index hacks on social media. Misinformation about sunscreen is widespread online, with some claiming tanning without SPF is safe. Dermatologists warn that any tan is UV damage and increases skin-cancer risk, and tanning beds carry additional melanoma risk. Safer options include seeking shade, wearing a hat, using broad-spectrum sunscreen, UPF clothing, and opting for self-tanners rather than bronzing methods.

via Yahoo|
#gen-z#health#misinformation
Tiny Time, Big Trend: Gen Z Chooses 'Grandma' Watches Over Smartwatches
fashion1 day ago

Tiny Time, Big Trend: Gen Z Chooses 'Grandma' Watches Over Smartwatches

Gen Z is swapping oversized smartwatches for ultra-small, vintage-inspired 'grandma' watches (18–26 mm), a trend buoyed by mini pieces from Cartier and Bulova and celebrity sightings, plus ring and pocket-watch reappearances. While smartwatches remain for fitness and connectivity, this movement favors time-only, understated pieces that feel like jewelry and offer a refreshing counterpoint to constant device notifications and the tech-filled wrist.

via graziamagazine.com|
#fashion#gen-z#grandma-watches
2000s Nostalgia: 25 Millennial Trends That Defined a Pre-Smartphone Era
lifestyle2 days ago

2000s Nostalgia: 25 Millennial Trends That Defined a Pre-Smartphone Era

Yahoo Lifestyle compiles millennial memories of the early 2000s—ranging from family-friendly fast-food spaces and pay phones to the rise of Napster, CD burning, MySpace and AIM, VHS rewinding, encyclopedias and Ask Jeeves, and the pre-smartphone social life that felt more present and communal. The piece contrasts these vivid memories with Gen Z’s fascination with the Y2K aesthetic, highlighting nostalgia for an era when life was more in-person and tied to shared experiences across media and daily routines.

via Yahoo Lifestyle Australia|
#2000s#gen-z#lifestyle
Mangione, Memes and Gen Z: When Online Humor Masks Real Frustrations
politics-society5 days ago

Mangione, Memes and Gen Z: When Online Humor Masks Real Frustrations

A psychology-focused analysis in The Conversation argues Gen Z’s online reactions to Luigi Mangione’s case show alienation and a craving for authentic dialogue rather than nihilism; memes serve as coping tools to address real issues—like healthcare and inequality—while reactions link to political cynicism and distrust in institutions. The piece cautions that simplifying moral judgments can deepen estrangement, urging open, nuanced conversations about values.

via The Conversation|
#alienation#gen-z#memes
When Venmo Splits a Dinner: Gen Z's Money Etiquette Goes Digital
business6 days ago

When Venmo Splits a Dinner: Gen Z's Money Etiquette Goes Digital

Gen Z’s use of apps like Venmo and Zelle makes bill-splitting easier to settle but more prone to friction, as people track every penny and set ambiguous expectations. Etiquette experts say upfront, written conversations about how costs should be shared can reduce awkwardness and conflict, while data on Gen Z spending shows persistent ‘tab tyrants’ and unpaid debts that strain friendships and co-living arrangements.

via businessinsider.com|
#bill-splitting#business#gen-z
Gen Z Men Retreat from U.S. Labor Market as AI Looms
business7 days ago

Gen Z Men Retreat from U.S. Labor Market as AI Looms

Despite a 4.1% unemployment rate, US labor force participation among 16–24-year-old men has fallen to 56.1% and NEET rates are rising, with experts warning AI could accelerate displacement in entry-level jobs. Some young men are shifting toward blue-collar trades or pausing careers, while women’s participation grows and healthcare hiring remains strong, reshaping the job-market landscape.

via New York Post|
#artificial-intelligence#business#gen-z
Gen Z and Millennials Flock to IRL Meetups for Birding, Mahjong, and Silent Reading
society8 days ago

Gen Z and Millennials Flock to IRL Meetups for Birding, Mahjong, and Silent Reading

Amid a loneliness epidemic, younger Americans are increasingly leaving screens for in-person, activity-based meetups—ranging from birdwatching and silent reading to Mahjong and puzzle contests—seeking ‘soft socializing’ and authentic connection. Data show sharp rises in related events, while romance-minded meetups and dinner clubs are also gaining traction, with Axios launching its own IRL dinner series to foster real-world connections.

via axios.com|
#birding#gen-z#loneliness
Polyester as a Put-Down: Gen Z’s Code for Inauthentic Online Content
culture8 days ago

Polyester as a Put-Down: Gen Z’s Code for Inauthentic Online Content

Gen Z has adopted 'polyester' as a label for content or fashion they view as generic or low-quality, a shift from the fabric’s negative associations to high-quality options. The term spread from fashion criticism to meme edits and parodies on TikTok and X (including ‘Polyester edits’ and merch jokes), signaling a broader concern with authenticity and not wanting to appear “try-hard” in the influencer era. Experts say this reflects Gen Z’s appetite for realness amid highly curated online personas.

via USA Today|
#authenticity#culture#gen-z
Tiny, High-ABV Pre-Game Craze: Gen Z’s $3 BuzzBallz Go Viral
food-and-drink9 days ago

Tiny, High-ABV Pre-Game Craze: Gen Z’s $3 BuzzBallz Go Viral

Facing higher nightlife costs, Gen Z is turning to tiny BuzzBallz canned cocktails (15–20% ABV) that cost about $3–$4 to pregame, delivering a strong buzz in a small package and fueling a viral social-media trend. RTDs like BuzzBallz and Cutwater are riding this wave, while brands tout authenticity and responsible enjoyment even as some fans chase high-intensity predrinking experiences. The movement reflects broader growth in high-ABV, convenient predrinks that appeal to budget-conscious partygoers.

via New York Post|
#alcohol#binge-drinking#food-and-drink
Gen Z Skepticism: AI Disrupts Jobs, Politics, and the Economy
politics12 days ago

Gen Z Skepticism: AI Disrupts Jobs, Politics, and the Economy

A Axios-Generation Lab poll of 18–34s finds 27% say they or someone they know lost a job to AI, while 71% are as or more comfortable with AI and 61% have used ChatGPT in the past month. Voters under 35 show broad distrust in both parties to lower living costs (36% say neither, 26% Democrats, 22% Republicans). Cost-of-living worries are widespread: 96% fret about rent, groceries, gas or utilities; 48% call the economy poor and 35% say a job search would be very or somewhat difficult. Trust in leaders is low: 66% disapprove of Trump’s handling of his job, 64% disapprove of his Iran-war handling. For 2028, Harris leads among Dems and JD Vance among Republicans, with independents favoring Michelle Obama, AOC and Bernie Sanders. The poll also shows a generational tilt toward socialism (68% positive/neutral) versus capitalism (47%).

via Axios|
#ai#economy#gen-z
7UP goes lime-forward in first major flavor revamp in 15 years
business14 days ago

7UP goes lime-forward in first major flavor revamp in 15 years

7UP will permanently reformulate its recipe to emphasize lime over lemon for the first time in 15 years, accompanied by revamped packaging and a new vertical logo. The changes apply to Cherry 7UP and zero-sugar variants, with a US rollout in the coming weeks as Keurig Dr Pepper targets younger citrus-flavor fans amid a competitive lemon-lime beverage market led by Sprite.

via CNN|
#7up#business#gen-z