#cultural-trends

#cultural-trends

'For a four-letter word, it is complicated,' says Anne Curzan, professor of English linguistics and education at the University of Michigan. 'Because it has carried multiple meanings in English, nice can be ambiguous depending on the context. And that's been true historically, and it's true today.'

The government has introduced regulations to standardize names, aiming to curb the rising trend of unconventional 'kira kira' names inspired by pop culture and brands.

The peculiarities of food trends are largely reflective of humanity's habitual embrace of the odd, as some trends come and go, while others defy logic.

This article explores the intriguing conclusion that while some dog owners may view their pets as children, it's a minority. Most choose dogs for companionship, not as a substitute for kids.

When it comes to breast size preferences, current trends reveal a growing desire for smaller sizes, with a significant increase in breast reduction procedures in recent years.

The Fat Badger, once invite-only, has relaxed its policy, now welcoming anyone to enjoy its first-floor bar and menu by a former River Cafe chef.

In all the years of the Emmys, only two shows about espionage have ever won the Outstanding Drama Series award: Mission: Impossible and Homeland.

In the current sociopolitical climate, a bill like the Interstate Obscenity Definition Act could represent a dangerous shift in how society views sexual expression and media.

Norwegian pizza consumption is remarkable; with an average of 11.4 kilograms per person each year, it dramatically outpaces other countries, including the U.S. and Italy.

Today, festivals aren't just about the line-up - they're cultural barometers, reflecting how people express themselves, connect and experience the world.

Only one in six children are now learning the recorder at school, marking a significant drop in its popularity over the past ten years.

Nicknames have traditionally signified affection, yet their prevalence is declining due to concerns about offending others or sounding unprofessional.

In this cultural moment, Black cowboys are experiencing a rightful resurgence, highlighted by Beyoncé's tour and popular media trends that celebrate this new wave.

A movie script from the 1985 film "The Goonies," a 1941 newspaper clipping of the attack on Pearl Harbor, and a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt illustrate the historical items found.

Kylie announced her fourth daughter's arrival just two days before recording a podcast episode, sharing insights on her birth and postpartum experience.

Rebecca Keren Jablonski, a Manhattan rabbi, shared that she provided her wedding DJ with both a song request list and a do-not-play list, specifically citing Kanye West due to his antisemitic remarks.

This week saw a highly undramatic object cause drama; the dramatic form of soap operas evolve into something new; and the happily undramatic return of the two NASA astronauts.