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It is somewhere down the line that gaming ceased being about playing and became about spending. You used to go out and buy a game, play a game and that was it. But today, you spend money on the game and again spend money on skins, upgrades, characters and most dangerous, chance. Here is the age of microtransactions, and opening… Read more: Microtransactions Are Worse Than Gambling — And We Let It Happen

If photos are not posted, did the trip even happen? At some of the world’s most famous tourist spots, the view is no longer the main attraction, taking photos instead it becomes the main draw. People queue for the same angle, copy the same pose and sometimes even fail to look around before leaving. This latest trend make travel no… Read more: We Don’t Travel Anymore — We Just Take Photos

Blind box culture has lost its magic.  The original intention of blind box Labubu is to make people feel surprised, but why all the unboxing videos seem exactly the same? They shared same words, same expression and same disappointment.  The culture of blind box has made people really excited. When you don’t know what is in the box and open… Read more: Labubu and blind box culture is getting boring

It is somewhere down the line that gaming ceased being about playing and became about spending. You used to go out and buy a game, play a game and that was it. But today, you spend money on the game and again spend money on skins, upgrades, characters and most dangerous, chance. Here is the age of microtransactions, and opening… Read more: Microtransactions Are Worse Than Gambling — And We Let It Happen

What I had thought would just be a trend that would die down in a few weeks had instead erupted into growing use, to the point that even companies and educational institutions are encouraging the use of Generative AI for creative works with the excuse of “embracing the future” or “saving costs and time” without even sparing a single thought… Read more: Generative AI should not be used for any creative purposes and using it should not be encouraged.

Stop beautifying Pop Mart – it is essentially a kind of “gambling disguised as a toy”. The core of the blind box is: you pay, but you don’t know what you will get. It may be the hidden Labubu you want, or it may be the third duplicate. This “uncertainty” is not a defect, but an addictive mechanism designed. Does… Read more: Pop Mart Is Addictive by Design

“How are you?” “I’m fine.” Does it sound familiar? This short dialogue pervades our daily life, such as at school, in the company, greeting old friends or even when meeting strangers. This is a kind of lie we tell every day. It is a social habit that often does not go through deep brain thinking. However, are we really fine? “I’m… Read more: “I’m Fine” Might Be the Most Dangerous Lie We Tell Every Day

Metroid Prime 4 has one of the best stories in the Metroid series, and I am going to tell you why. Since the recent release of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond in December 2025, many people have purchased and played through the game, but many players have claimed to be unable or unwilling to finish the game due to the game’s… Read more: Metroid Prime 4 is an Underrated Masterpiece

If you’ve spent more than ten minutes on TikTok Live in the last week or so, you’ve probably seen one of the most bizarre internet trends: NPC streaming. An NPC streamer sits in front of their computer and says things like “Ice cream so good!” over and over while dramatically reacting to digital gifts sent by their viewers. It’s bizarre,… Read more: NPC Streaming is the Strangest Performance on the Internet

The top tier coconut oil for health preservation, which is highly praised by social media, has long been a tool for capital accumulation. This super food scam should really come to an end! Coconut oil is a new member of the superfood series after avocado, blueberry, and quinoa. The merchant promotes that taking it can help with weight loss, support heart… Read more: Coconut Oil is Just a Huge Wellness Scam

Scroll through TikTok or Instagram for five minutes and find someone who’s telling you what you should eat and buy and how you should live. You are bombarded by skincare routines, financial advice, fitness plans, and health solutions. But have you ever wondered if they are told with experience and expertise? As influencer culture took off, the line between expertise… Read more: Influencers are not experts—it’s time to stop pretending they are.

Many people think that Cosplay is merely a simple “changing of costumes”, and as long as one has expensive costumes and exquisite makeup, they can break the dimensional barrier. But I believe that without in-depth study and research on the characters, Cosplay is merely an “empty shell” without a soul. In this HOT TAKE, I will use the learning process… Read more: What is Cosplay? Study and research the character

It’s surprising that Endfield has been able to last for two months since its launch. This sequel game has made too many mistakes, and it could even be written up as a textbook. Its hardware and plot issues are both disastrous. At first,it is necessary to mention that it introduced a new card-drawing mechanism – randomly withdrawing money from the player’s PayPal… Read more: Atypical Garbage Sequel Game——Arknight Endfield

source:https://www.rockstargames.com/VI/downloads/artwork-wallpapers The huge success of GTA 5 upon its release in 2013 has made players curious about when GTA 6 will be released. However, this wait has lasted for 13 years until now. From the earliest 2025 release, it has been repeatedly postponed to November 2026. Each time, the official reason given is “to ensure the game’s quality meets player… Read more: GTA 6’s repeated delays have led to player complaints: “ My child has grown from birth all the way to junior high school. I still cannot play GTA6.”

“Hello, we are BTS.” On 20th March 2026, one of the most famous K-pop boy band BTS came back with their new album ARIRANG. The world was kind of paused because it has been four years since their last comeback, and this was their first comeback after all members completed their military service. “I felt a rebirth.” RM (Leader of… Read more: BTS is Transforming from a Global Boy Band to a Long-term Brand

source: Movie promotional photo Inside out 2 – Crandell Theatre,2024 If you still think that animations are only for children, then Inside out 2 has already proved that you were wrong.  In this current era, an increasing number of animated films have presented more profound meanings. The statement that animated films are merely “children’s entertainment” is no longer applicable. The movie “Inside Out 2”… Read more: Why does an animation make people think deeply? The hidden issues of adolescent mental health and emotions behind “Inside Out 2”.

I used to believe that good grades meant I was doing well at university. A high mark felt convincing. It was as though a confirmation that I knew the topic and was on track. In the long run, that concept became less definite. I now believe that grades are important, but real learning matters more. There are numerous ways students… Read more: High marks may open doors, but real learning stays

By：KELE ZHONG “Nowadays, even a video of me might not actually be me.” Individuals used to believe what they can see online ，but this belief is fading quickly because of the creation of deepfake technology. Deepfakes are able to produce incredibly convincing images, voices and persuasive videos in a few seconds, and reality becomes hard to discern. Manipulated online videos… Read more: AI Deepfakes Are Destroying Trust in Online Information

The microwave has a bad reputation. Somewhere between instant noodles and late-night regret, ready-to-eat meals became the symbol of lazy eating. But what if the problem is not the food itself, but how we choose it? Caption: A woman puts a ready-to-eat meal into the microwave to heat it up Ready-to-eat meals are often blamed for unhealthy eating, but that’s not… Read more: Ready-to-eat meals are not the problem—we are.

Artistic controversy https://www.artcollectornews.com/post/maurizio-cattelans-comedian-a-symbol-a-question-a-provocation-a-banana The media’s frenzy The value of art is determined by the hype surrounding the story. This statement is gradually becoming a reality. The vast majority of people do not care about whether the local art gallery has increased or decreased in any way. How to make not in the textbooks artwork also known to the public? <<Comedian>>… Read more: Hype matters more than the art

We have made entertainment an Olympic race in the magnificent age of streaming. People are now speeding through TV dramas at 1.5x or even heroically 2x the pace to save time and win trending battles. However, double speed doesn’t let you experience the story; it transforms art into a PowerPoint presentation with chipmunk voices. Pacing is designed by directors like a chef seasoning… Read more: Watching Dramas at Double Speed: Ruining the Art of Storytelling

If you’ve spent any time online lately, you’ve probably seen something that looks very real – but it isn’t. That’s the power of AI Deepfakes, and right now, they’re spinning out of control. This is no longer a silly internet joke, it’s a real threat that’s everywhere. Source:GAO 20-379SP, via University of Miami, 2026. For normal people, it could reflect a… Read more: AI Deepfakes Are Spiraling Out of Control — And No One Is Stopping Them

More and more bloggers like to post some seemingly casual photos; take random photos to create their own relaxation and create a “lively feeling”. But in fact, every photo may be designed. We are tired of exquisite and perfect filters and people and begin to pursue content that looks “like real people”. As Taylor Lorenz pointed out in the Atlantic… Read more: “Sense of living” is becoming the most exquisite human setting.

As the most popular male band in South Korea, after returning with the album Arirang on March 20, BTS not only dominated the list, but also took the lead in various data indicators. The album recorded over 110 million Spotify streams in its first 24 hours.The number that reflects not  just popularity, but highly coordinated fan activity. In addition, the album… Read more: 110 Million Streams — But Who Is Really Listening?

Almost daily disruptions by other commuters on my commute is no stranger to me. Singaporean public transport has generally been a stable way to get around the country, being affordable yet comfortable. However, there is a growing entitlement of commuters, resulting in the decline of Singaporean public transport etiquette. There should be stronger consequences for their actions, holding them accountable… Read more: Singaporean public transport etiquette is declining

As a loyal fan of the Resident Evil series, I simply cannot resist taking a dig at Capcom: after all these years, just how much longer are you going to keep us hanging? How much longer do you intend to keep Leon and Ada entangled? Ever since their first encounter in Raccoon City in 1998, Leon and Ada’ s fated… Read more: After 28 years, Capcom still won’t tell us if Leon and Ada are together — that’s ridiculous

For decades, obtaining a driver’s license has been regarded as a fundamental milestone in adulthood. It represents independence, liquidity, and even responsibility. However, with the rapid development of autonomous driving technology, this long-term assumption is starting to feel outdated. If cars are becoming increasingly capable of driving on their own, should learning to drive still be considered a fundamental skill?… Read more: 如果汽车可以自动驾驶，为什么还需要驾照？

Although “Empresses in the Palace” is an old Dynasty drama, it is still widely distributed on modern digital platforms and still attracts much attention in China’s online community. The reason for its enduring is its intricate plot and deep meaning, which prompt people to constantly interpret and analyze. “This is a show about women, featuring a lot of great female… Read more: Without the people around her, Zhen Huan would not have survived to the end

To be honest, I’m tired of listening Silence Wang reduced to a “sweet love song” singer. Even during the “The Singer”, there were still people seizing on a few clips to criticize him for “singing poorly”. This stereotype is simply a misunderstanding of the most clear-headed creators in the Chinese music scene in 2026. I have been a fan of Silence… Read more: Silence Wang doesn’t owe the keyboard warriors a smash hit. This fragmented age simply isn’t worthy of his romanticism

video: T.O.P’s album preview When T.O.P (Choi Seung-hyun) confirmed that he would return with the album ANOTHER DIMENSION on April 3, the reaction on the Internet was almost predictable. Old fans cheered and called it the “legendary return”, and the media also constantly emphasised the comeback of this K-pop iconic figure. But under this excitement, a more disturbing fact is that feelings cannot erase the scandal, and… Read more: Nostalgia Won’t Clean a Scandal — And It Won’t Save T.O.P Either

“Sorry, your ‘Afternoon Warm Sun’ furniture package subscription has expired” (the little figure on the screen has been forced to stand up from the sofa) “Want to unlock the ‘Cook Pasta’ skill? A single rental only costs 0.99 simulation coins” “Detecting that your house is consuming too much cloud computing power. Please upgrade to the ‘Platinum Landlord’ membership to continue… Read more:  Tell a joke,I Paid my Rent in “The Sims 5”

It is somewhat bizarre how many of the songs these days do not even feel like a song anymore. You can scroll five minutes in TikTok and you will hear the same thing repeated. It is not an entire song but only 10-15 seconds clips. It is a catchy hook or a dramatic beat drop usually and the only part… Read more: TikTok Isn’t Discovering Music — It’s Destroying It

For a long time, Formula One racing has been considered a sport that blends speed, engineering, and driver skill—at least that’s what I used to think. However, Warner Bros.’ F1 movies and Netflix’s narrative approach have brought the sport into the spotlight, and fan culture has increasingly permeated various sporting events, including Formula One, changing how audiences interact with F1.… Read more: Fans culture is redefining Formula 1

You’re playing the game WRONG! You should do this instead – Sounds familiar? The meta is ruining gaming and it is not in a subtle way. It is straight up removing the fun and creativity in gaming. Games used to be about messing around, having fun, trying out dumb builds and discovering things on your own. Look at what is… Read more: The Meta is Killing Gaming.

With 364 million users worldwide, dating apps represent a significant shift in how people meet one another. It is easy to understand why nearly everyone (approximately 95%) uses smartphones rather than computers to use these apps, as you can check your personal data every time you choose—on the bus, at lunch, or while watching TV. In the emotional pattern of… Read more: Situationship is corrupting Generation Z’s view of love.

TikTok did not democratise fashion — it made everyone dress the same! I once thought that TikTok made fashion easier. In the past, only magazine editors or celebrities decide “what is fashionable”. Now, everyone can find inspiration on the platform. But the more I use the app, the more I feel that the truth may be the opposite: TikTok doesn’t help us build a personal style,… Read more: TikTok Is Killing Personal Style

We love to blame influence for everything- what we wear, what we buy, even where we eat. But what if they don’t? What if the real power isn’t a person at all, but a system quietly deciding what shows up on our screen? After five minutes of scrolling Instagram or TikTok, you’ll notice something strange. The same outfits, same coffee… Read more: Influencer Don’t Influence- Algorithms do

The 2026 CCTV Spring Festival Gala surprised all of the people when robots came on the stage. These humanoid robots were made by Chinese companies such as Magic Atom, Galaxy General and Songyan Dynamics. They performed kung fu, yangge dance and other surprised moves. One program called WuBot showed robots doing martial arts. The videos quickly went through online. Some… Read more: Robots at the Spring Festival Gala: Tech Triumph or Cultural Anxiety?

Do a google search for wildlife conservation charity and youre likely to land on one of the World Wildlife Fund’s websites. It’s got a catchy mission statement and an iconic logo. There’s even a nice big unmissable button on the top that says Support WWF, so that every donor knows where to send their money. A reputable website, in other… Read more: Is it possible to greenwash colonialism? Conservation says YES

OLED screens are increasingly being adopted by companies for use in mobile phones or computers, as they incorporate more advanced technology, which can make the phones screens brighter. In modern life, digital screens are used almost constantly. Many people browse social media late at night, watching short videos while go to work or school, or read novels on their phones… Read more: OLED Screens are not as Eye Friendly as We Think

Forget the red carpets and the 2-hour-long movies. A new Hollywood is on the rise, and it fits in the palm of our hand. While traditional studios are facing a box office decline, the Chinese micro-drama (C-drama) is growing exponentially into a multi-billion-dollar industry. This isn’t just a phase; it’s a shift in how we consume stories. In a world… Read more: C-Drama is the New Hollywood

In recent years, audiences have begun to question Pixar‘s creative direction. Emotional formulas and endless sequels have gradually drained its spark. So is Pixar still Pixar, or just another streaming-era content factory? Hoppers has finally found the answer. And more importantly, it marks a turning point for what Pixar can be. Hoppers is an original film produced by Pixar and distributed by Disney. After… Read more: Hoppers Is Pixar’s Most Important Film in Years

Imagine your favourite personality toy is about to appear on the big screen. That’s Labubu. POP MART and Sony Pictures will team up to create a live-action and CGI hybrid film, directed by the famous director Paul King. Exciting? Maybe. But totally unnecessary. According to The Straits Times, the film is a strategic move to make Labubu a global entertainment… Read more: Labubu Doesn’t Need a Movie, But Capitalism Definitely Does

AsiaOne (Jungkook & Winter). A Clarification An idol is not just a singer. Instead, they were the real light in a certain period of time for those who grew up following them. However, when the scandal broke out, what the fans lost was not just “liking”, but also a part of themselves that they had secretly placed there. In early… Read more: The Responsibility Behind the Glitter: Why Shouldn’t Popular Stars “Fall in Love” During Their Peak Period?

People give too much credit to official creators for keeping fandoms alive. They may create the original story, but they are not always the reason a fandom stays active. Once a series ends, slows down, or loses its spark, it is often fan artists who keep people interested. They draw new scenes, imagine different endings, and turn old characters into… Read more: Fan Art Keeps Fandoms Alive—Not the Original

A Reddit user recently shared how he blew all his six-month savings for a new bicycle on Aemeath in Wuthering Waves’ 3.1 Version Main Story. “My old one will be fine for another year,” he said. How does a fictional character drive him to this extreme? The answer is hidden in that five-hour storyline — and there is a business model that has quietly… Read more: A Pink Hair Ghost Made Me Swipe — My Card, Not In Tinder

Students are constantly told that AI writing tools save time, reduce stress, and make academic work more efficient. On the surface, that sounds like a progress. Tools like ChatGPT and grok can generate introductions, rewrite weird sentences, and turn a few rough notes into something beautiful. But that efficiency comes with a cost. The real problem with AI writing tools… Read more: Writing Faster Is Not the Same as Thinking Better

Pop music has never been more successful–and never less adventurous. So, when did “safe” and “profitable” become the dominance of the charts? Video: 50 Pop Songs That Sound Exactly The Same https://youtu.be/Vnt3jp6mqaY?si=x-B-KgMAaZeM4_h0 It is hard to ignore that the mainstream of pop music in the twenty-first century’s media has become seriously homogenized. At the past, a new album could shift culture or… Read more: Music is Starting to Sound the Same, and That’s Not an Imagination

I have always been reminded by gamers that the more a game is costly, the better its quality would be. I used to believe it too. However, this concept is growing tenuous in the recent past. Certain ones of the high-priced AAA games I have played do have some gorgeous graphics, but once the novelty has worn out, the games… Read more: “Why Expensive AAA Games Are Not Always Worth the Money”

A livestreamed surgery about private parts of female patients were exposed to the camera without being coded from the Affiliated Hospital of Shaanxi (China) University of Chinese Medicine became a trending topic. After some online users made inappropriate remarks in the comment section, the livestreams room was reported and interrupted. The hospital issued a statement stating that the livestream was… Read more: When Livestreams Expose Intimate Areas, Can Medical Education Override Bodily Autonomy?

You’ve probably cheered for someone who doesn’t exist. Imagine being a celebrity and never having a bad day. Forever young, free from scandals, without breaks. That is a virtual idol. And honestly, it sounds perfect. They seem to be a key part of the future entertainment industry. The numbers are hard to ignore. The virtual idol market was valued at… Read more: Virtual idols will never replace real celebrities

Waking up at 5AM is often glorified as the ultimate productivity hack — a habit supposedly shared by the most successful people. But in reality, this idea is one of the most overrated productivity myths. For many people, waking up early does not increase productivity — it simply increases exhaustion. Women who lack sleep.  source: https://share.google/oalWSKgIvwOV84gjj Every time I force… Read more: The 5AM Myth: Why Waking Up Early Won’t Make You Successful

Yes, recently Zhang Xuefeng has once again made the headlines. As a well-known figure in the Chinese education field, he passed away due to cardiac arrest on March 24, 2026. Regarding the relevant details, he suddenly felt unwell after running at the company, and because he missed the golden opportunity for treatment, the rescue was ultimately unsuccessful. Even though a lot… Read more: Public sympathy for controversial figures is largely performative, not genuine

People call it fake art; they are scared if it is not. Just like how they called photography wasn’t art, film with sound wasn’t art, new technologies always make people feel fear first. Now they say AI music isn’t music. History keeps repeating itself. It’s undeniable that most AI-generated music in the market today can’t be considered “good”, but that… Read more: AI-Generated Music is Real Music.

“Songs these days are so commercial and repetitive.”, “Music is boring, it used to have soul.” These days, it is common amongst the older generation of music enthusiasts, or disenfranchised younger music fans to have the same sentiment about modern music. I am here to declare that no, music hasn’t gotten worse. You’ve just likely never looked hard enough for… Read more: Music hasn’t gotten worse, you just haven’t dug deep enough.

I walked out of Project Hail Mary last weekend feeling something I haven’t felt in a cinema for years: pure, unironic wonder. The last time a movie did that to me was Interstellar in 2014 — and I was in middle school then. Movies featuring “superheroes” are everywhere these days, and audiences have long since grown tired of them. But this… Read more: Project Hail Mary is the Best Sci-Fi Film Since Interstellar

You’re scrolling through your phone late at night when a new dress appears on your screen. It costs less than dinner, it’s out for next-day delivery, and it looks just like the ones you’ve been seeing everyone wear on TikTok and Instagram. Click! And it’s on its way. By the weekend, it may be hanging in your wardrobe—or already pushed… Read more: Fast Fashion: When Speed turns Style into Waste

The love affairs of Korean idols have always been of particular concern in recent years. The exposure of their romance is usually different from that of other celebrities or Western singers. Usually, they rarely receive blessings. Last month, Jung Kook from BTS and the group aespa’s member Winter revealed that they are in a relationship, but neither of them gave a direct… Read more: Do K-pop idols have the right to date?

Source: https://fintechnews.sg/95808/studies/the-rise-of-gaming-industry-segment-that-cannot-be-ignored The current video game industry, despite quality improvements thanks to technological advancements, has had a downhill trend, with constant unnecessary price hikes and microtransactions and forced inclusivity in video games at the expense of its quality. The year 2025 has seen a worrying trend where it is reported approximately 11% of developers were being laid off in the… Read more: Is fun still the point? Players lament the recent state of the video game industry

Introduction Every night, millions of young adults watch streamers on platforms like Twitch, YouTube Live, Douyu, and Huya. According to industry reports, Twitch alone sees over 21 billion hours watched annually, with users averaging 95-106 minutes daily. These viewers include gamers, students and remote workers who form deep emotional bonds with streamers they have never met.  Researchers call this a… Read more: How “imaginary friendships” with live-streamers worsen loneliness

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The fan culture is popular because it connects many people to stories they likes and they are, people attracted to such communities to exchange their ideas and creations, including fan fiction. Fan fiction is not a mere fantasy, it is something that allows the fan to explore and feel connection with texts, characters, or idols they admire and is a… Read more: Creating meaning and alternate universe through Fan Fiction

By Liuhaonan       movie#hero#villain#youtube If you are a crazy movie fan, then 👇 Open TikTok at any time of day, and you will probably see a villain.Maybe it’s Joaquin Phoenix dancing down the stairs as the Joker—from the movie”JOKER.”Maybe it’s a moody edit of a triad boss smoking on a rooftop—–from the film “Young and Dangerous”.Or it’s a “villain era” get-ready-with-me video… Read more: When the bad guy becomes the main character, it’s still art, but it’s not to be imitated

What makes a relationship real? The emotions we feel, or the person on the other end? The AI companion platform Character.AI reported over 20 million monthly active users as of early 2024, with users maintaining conversations for an average usage of 75 minutes per day. – Created by Gemini 75 minutes per day, the same amount of time as a… Read more: AI Companions: The Problem Is Corporate Design, Not the Connection

Nine years is long enough to graduate twice, switch careers three times, and reshape what it means to return. Picture from: IMDb Zootopia 2 Zootopia came out in 2016 and pretty much everyone loved it. A bunny cop and a fox con artist solving crimes together? It worked. The film made over a billion dollars and took home an Oscar.… Read more: Zootopia 2 and the changes it brings, almost a decade after the first installment

Image source: Black Myth: Wukong – Search Images Chinese action RPG Black Myth: Wukong has quickly become a global phenomenon since its launch in August 2024 and has sold an amazing 25 million copies up to January 2025. The game has surpassed the sales of Elden Ring and Hogwarts Legacy in the same timeframe, according to analyst Daniel Ahmad. The Legend of… Read more: The mix of the Black Myth: Wukong and traditional Chinese culture – Why this game is a success

The MAMA Awards is a music award ceremony organized by CJ ENM in Korea. Its full name is Mnet Asian Music Awards. The MAMA Awards are hailed as “the Grammy Awards of Asia”. The award ceremony is usually held from November to December each year and has been held 26 times. This year, the organizers moved the award ceremony to… Read more: 2025 MAMA was held amidst tragedy, showing that music can unite the world

The Legend of Hei 2 has recently been gradually released in cinemas around the world, leaving audiences with something unusual. The story follows Xiaohei, a little spirit cat, and his senior sister Luye as they investigate an attack on a guild (a meeting place for humans and spirits). Their master Wuxian is accused of the crime, and the two must… Read more: The Legend of Hei 2: Staying true to 2D art form and a powerful theme, give this film a winning formula

PEBACA is a group of actors from Thailand’s entertainment agency, GMMTV. This group consists of 6 members who are Krist, Singto, Off, Gun, Tay, and Newwie. They once appeared together in the I’m Tee, Me Too series, and fans love their group bonds and friendship. This group of actors not only excels at acting and film entertainment but also knows… Read more: ‘PEBACA – What a Concert, in Singapore’ Brings Fans Closer Than Ever

Zach Cregger’s “WEAPONS” transforms a quiet Pennsylvania suburb into one of the year’s most unsettling portraits of mass panic, revealing how quickly fear can erode the structures meant to keep communities together. Released in August 2025, the film lasts for approximately two hours. Once released, it attracted widespread public attention and intense online discussions. Especially, it gained much attention due… Read more: Weapons (2025): When Suburbia’s Calm Turns into Collective Panic

Source: u/ReFlectioH Hollow Knight: Silksong, a game by Team Cherry that spent seven-years in development, has proved itself as far more than merely just a sequel but a significant evolution of its predecessor, Hollow Knight. In this game, you play as a swift and strong-spirited bug called Hornet, who was captured and taken to the new, unfamiliar kingdom of Pharloom,… Read more: Hollow Knight: Silksong – The Perfect Sequel

“Date Everything!” is an LGBTQ-friendly sandbox dating simulator game developed by Sassy Chap Games. Officially released on 17 June 2025, it features 100 fully voiced romantic interests. The game takes the meme, “would you still love me if I (were) a (chair)?” to the extreme, offering romance prospects from inanimate objects to abstract concepts/emotions, like a chair and the feeling… Read more: A Dating Sim Review: “Date Everything!” Takes Dating Out of The Norm

Liu Haonan Dec 9, 2025 Photo from: https://hdqwalls.com/wallpaper/3840×2400/snow-white-movie-2025 It is hard to think of another family-friendly film that was introduced to the big screen with this much online baggage. For years before Disney’s live-action Snow White (2025) opened, the internet was already fighting from the casting, to the dwarfs and even politics, with many wondering if it’s ‘woke’ enough. When the film… Read more: Disney’s 2025 “Snow White” Failed Because of Multiple Flaws in Design, Marketing and Public Relations, and Even Technology

Romantic comedies, or rom-coms, are known for their flawless, entertaining depictions of the real world. The plots centre on attractive characters who are certain to obtain fairytale romances and happily ever afters. This is part of the reason why the genre is popular; viewers know that happiness and hope is a guarantee. And therein lies the issue. The characters and… Read more: The rom-com effect: Inflating unrealistic expectations of real-world romances

Image from Unsplash.  For many women, the thought of solo travelling is fear inducing, but for many, it means complete freedom. The question of “Is Solo Travel really only for the lonely?” In the year 2025, feels extremely outdated. Although solo travel was once seen as an unconventional or risky task, especially for women, it can now be displayed as… Read more: Is Solo Travel only for the Lonely? Why Many Young Women are Opting to Travel Solo

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In the words of leading artificial intelligence (AI) scholar, Kate Crawford: “AI is neither artificial nor intelligent. AI systems are not autonomous, rational, or able to discern anything without extensive, computationally intensive training with large datasets or predefined rules and rewards”. Therefore, if AI isn’t real artificial intelligence, this must mean that AI-generated art isn’t real art. As the disruptive… Read more: Keeping it real: how AI is no match for human-made contemporary art

Images of the protest graffiti from the NYC subways via Fortune AI companions is a fast growing trend looking to address the growing loneliness we see in an increasingly digital and fragmented world. It is pushed towards us by companies looking to profit off these struggles and off of those most vulnerable in our communities. But AI can never replace… Read more: AI is performing emotional mimicry and its working – but the New Yorkers aren’t buying into it

While social media platforms deliberately exploit psychological vulnerabilities to maximise profit, not all engagement is harmful, and awareness of this manipulation can open the door to healthier digital habits. The average person unlocks their phone 150 times a day, yet almost none of those actions feel intentional. It starts innocently enough – a quick scroll while waiting for the kettle to boil.… Read more: When Connection Becomes Compulsion: The Mental Health Cost of the Attention Economy

Social media is now a normal part of everyday life for almost every human. The day starts by getting your phone and opening Instagram, Facebook, X and Snapchat to see what you missed overnight. The fear of missing out (FOMO) has completely taken over. This is exactly the same for Australian teenagers who are now facing a ban on social media for those under the age of… Read more: “Please protect me!” How will the social media ban protect young people’s mental and physical health?

It’s difficult to look past our present gaming environment, with the chaotic mixture of entertainment, profit and online behaviour. What used to be a simple one-time purchase for hours of fun is now a field of unethical monetization practices designed to keep players playing and paying more, and at the same time, engaging in troll behaviour towards each other on… Read more: Press $$$ to Continue: From Pay-to-Play to Prioritizing Profit

Photo by John Lockwood on Unsplash In a digital world defined by constant scrolling, every tap, like, and swipe generates valuable data, captured by sophisticated algorithms designed to predict our preferences and keep us engaged. Personalised content makes our online experiences feel effortless, delivering video, music, and shows tailored to suit our tastes. At first, this feels like magic, the perfect playlist, the… Read more: The algorithm trap: How convenience is controlling your attention.

If fashion is a statement, then Barbie made hers in neon pink — but forgot the message underneath. After the 2023 Barbie movie theaters, it became the top-grossing film of the year, earning over US$1.44 billion worldwide, and instantly transformed from a movie into a movement. Greta Gerwig’s feminist blockbuster promised to critique patriarchy — but ended up selling it back… Read more: The Plastic Feminism of Barbie: Empowerment Wrapped in Pink Consumerism

Since YG Entertainment official account posted poster and announced that BLACKPINK would set their Third World Tour from July, the entire K-pop fan base was in a state of excitement. Because after the expiration of their 2023 contract, BLACKPINK began their solo careers. After a gap of two years and eight months, they reunited as a complete group and announcing… Read more: DEADLINE – BLACKPINK’s Third World Tour causes sensation among K-pop fans

Image source: miHOYO Since the release of the Sumeru update, Genshin Impact has shifted from a relaxing casual game to a demanding and exhausting experience. Many players now describe it as feeling like a second job rather than entertainment. The problem then is obvious – The Sumeru version makes everything harder without giving the player any benefit. In the early days… Read more: miHoYo’s Greed Is Killing Genshin Impact

Image: Crunchyroll – Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba The Movie: Infinity Castle Key Visuals If you have watched the recent Demon Slayer movie, you might have felt its horrible pacing and you are not alone. Despite the movies positive reception for its breathtaking animation and action sequences, many also criticized that the arc that this movie covers, simply, does NOT… Read more: Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle might be the worst-paced action movie of the year

Loud music, fire, and powerful performances are typical of boy group shows. Each time, you’re met with pounding music and stomping choreography that feel masculine and strong escalating the vibes in the venue. But have you ever wondered if this is a standard set by the boy groups’ companies? What if you go to a concert and the member completely… Read more: Lego of LYKN Embraced Limitless Expression on Dusk & Dawn Concert, Rejecting Typical Boy Group Standards

At this point, I’m convinced the Vinsmoke family has infiltrated Toei Animation, you know, Sanji’s lovely relatives who also happen to hate his guts. ToeLate9767 (Source: Reddit) One Piece has been running for 28 years. Toei’s been animating it since 1999. With that kind of mileage, you’d expect them to know how to treat a legacy character. But apparently, muscle… Read more: Deleted, Demeaned, Derailed: What Toei Did to Sanji

By Liu Haonan   #movies# Spider-Man# Movie fan # Superhero # Marvel #youtube# Photo from :www.cosmopolitan.com If you grew up with Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man, you already saw the peak. Everything after that is either trying to be sleeker, younger, or more “MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe) connected,” but it’s building on a foundation Sam Raimi poured in 2002. That first film blew past USD$800m worldwide and literally reset expectations for… Read more: Director Raimi Already Won: Why Tobey’s Spider-Man Still Outswings the Marvel Universe

The role I seem to always play in games is the victim, with how much I have spent on in-game cosmetics. Even having wasted four years on that game, as the game’s loyal fan, their skins (a type of cosmetic) are way too overpriced. This especially applies to their rarer skins, the exclusive and ultra editions skins. Valorant’s general audience… Read more: Valorant Skins are Way Too Overpriced

I just finished my third playthrough of Silent Hill f, and I need to vent. I’m exhausted. Not in a good way, but in that “Oh my god, not this hallway again” kind of way. Actually, the story was really good. It reveals through its narrative the deep sense of self-destruction and powerlessness in resistance experienced by women in traditional… Read more: Silent Hill f: When Horror Gets Lost in the Loop

“God Tier 6 Star Books”, “Popular BookTok books I didn’t like”, and “Books with smut that will make you sweat” are, at the time of writing, three of the top trending book-related TikToks. Beautiful book covers, colour-coordinated annotations, emotional or hyperbolic language such as “[books] that have altered my brain chemistry”, aesthetic shelfies, and trending audio tracks are all vital… Read more: Plot Twist: BookTok is rewriting reading culture

Fitness applications provide promises of improved health and motivation but in reality foster an unhealthy platform for social comparison, promoting addictive behaviours and distorted self-worth overshadowing the intent of genuine well-being. Fitness applications have become tools used to track exercise, monitor nutritional intake, and provide personalised training programs. Their popularity aligns with a growing fascination with health optimisation and self-improvement.  Regular exercise is widely known to promote a healthy lifestyle and improve mental health. Through exercise we can see… Read more: Runners high or complex social comparison, the negative effects of fitness applications. 

In summer, Australia’s holiday hotspots spanning from Noosa, Byron Bay and right down to Victoria’s Phillip Island are full of life with tourists and their beach bags. But when the suitcases roll out, neighbourhoods go dark and homes are sitting empty. Airbnb has turned paradise into a seasonal postcode, and the after-effects on local residents are long-lasting. Australia is renowned… Read more: Airbnb Ate My Town: The Hidden Cost of Holiday Rentals on Australian Coastal Cities

I have been watching Love Island for a few years now, starting with Love Island UK’s seventh season in 2021, and have since watched every UK season and USA season to date. Not only does this prove I have no social life, but I think I’m qualified enough to know what’s gone wrong this time around. Love Island USA’s seventh… Read more: The stan culture and downfall of Love Island USA’s seventh season

Introduction In Kyoto’s historic Gion district, once echoed softly along narrow paths. Today, that gentle sound is drowned out by the clicking of cameras and the loud conversations of tourists looking for the ideal photo. Japan, long admired for its careful balance between history and innovation, is now experiencing an unprecedented tourism growth. Since reopening its borders following COVID-19, the country has… Read more: Losing the Quiet: How Tourism Is Taking Over Japan

From Disney remakes to Popmart blind boxes, we can’t seem to let go of the past, but is nostalgia fuelling connection or creative stagnation?

Earlier this year, my family and I went to see Superman (2025). I enjoyed the film, but it did leaves me wondering why there are so many Supermen.

It’s 2015, and I’m sitting on the top of my bunk bed with Hellblazer: Original Sins clutched in my hands. I had stolen it a few hours before from my older brother’s room, so excited to read my first ‘adult’ comic book. My parents had forbidden me to read it, saying I was only ten and would be better off… Read more: Heroes Reimagined: How Marvel and DC Changed their Definition of Modern Heroism

It’s safe to say I’ve been bitten by the Hollow Knight: Silksong bug. Not because I’m a die-hard fan of Hollow Knight, but because I got swept up in the hype surrounding the beloved 2017 indie game’s long-awaited sequel. I mean, who didn’t? With Hollow Knight selling 15 million copies and earning a cult following, it’s no surprise fans were… Read more: Hollow Knight: Silksong is a beautiful nightmare worth having