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Arts
fromPortland Mercury
3 days ago

Photo Essay: Imagination and Craft Combine at Rose City Comic Con

Modern comic cons aggregate diverse pop-culture media, creators, vendors, and fans into large, commercially successful events centered on commerce, community, and cosplay.
Film
fromCreative Bloq
5 days ago

This superhero logo quiz will test even the smartest crime fighter connoisseur

The Marvel Cinematic Universe transformed comic-book characters into globally popular blockbuster franchises, boosting merchandise, theme parks, and fan culture.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Blind date: He didn't find it weird that I arrived at the date using a homemade treasure map'

A blind date revealed a bright, nerdy connection centered on pop-culture conversation and practical safety preparations after a phone-snatching incident.
#trivia-night
fromFuncheap
1 week ago
San Francisco

"Wolfman Jeff Trivia" Night at SF's Willkommen Beer Garden (Every Wednesday)

Weekly trivia night at Willkommen, 2198 Market Street (at Sanchez) in San Francisco every Wednesday at 7:30 PM; free entry, food and Black Hammer beer available, prizes awarded.
fromFuncheap
1 week ago
San Francisco

"Wolfman Jeff Trivia" Night at SF's Willkommen Beer Garden (Every Wednesday)

Weekly trivia night every Wednesday at 7:30 PM at Willkommen, 2198 Market (Sanchez), San Francisco, featuring Earth-themed questions, food, Black Hammer beer, and prizes.
fromFuncheap
1 week ago
San Francisco

"Wolfman Jeff Trivia" Night at SF's Willkommen Beer Garden (Every Wednesday)

fromFuncheap
1 week ago
San Francisco

"Wolfman Jeff Trivia" Night at SF's Willkommen Beer Garden (Every Wednesday)

San Francisco
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

"Wolfman Jeff Trivia" Night at SF's Willkommen Beer Garden (Every Wednesday)

Weekly trivia night at Willkommen on Wednesdays at 7:30 PM featuring Earth-themed questions, food, beer, prizes, and a human host.
Arts
fromItsnicethat
1 week ago

Samantha and Sarah Ferrer of 2win Studios transform pop culture touch points into ceramics

Sarah and Samantha Ferrer reinvent vaporwave through ceramics, blending Cuban-American Miami culture, girlhood themes, kitsch and pop-cultural imagery into tactile nostalgic objects.
Video games
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Comic-Con Africa draws thousands of fans and cosplayers to Johannesburg

Tens of thousands attended Comic-Con Africa in Johannesburg, celebrating anime, gaming, comics and cosplay with international guests and diverse fans at a large four-day festival.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

US Open's dating show proves a double fault in search for new fans

On the first day of this year's US Open, Alexandra Eala came back from 5-1 down in the third set to upset Clara Tauson in front of a rapturous crowd, Novak Djokovic rope-a-doped a fresher opponent barely half his age, Rebeka Masarova hit an overhead smash into the only racket-sized area inside the lines that would ensure she lost the point, and Daniil Medvedev all but incited a riot in the stands of Louis Armstrong Stadium while down match point.
US news
Television
fromConsequence
2 weeks ago

Consequence Crossword: "South Park Side Characters"

Consequence's new weekend crossword 'South Park Side Characters' spotlights familiar faces and appears in the free weekend newsletter; new puzzles release every Tuesday.
#taylor-swift
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Will Smith review post-slap tour has shoutalongs, self-help sermons and a touch of David Brent

Will Smith's live show blends nostalgic hits, theatrical spectacle, and vulnerable self-reflection, delivering energetic crowd-pleasing performance with occasional poignant moments.
Music
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 weeks ago

Backstreet Boys get their own gorgeous Fan-made LEGO MOC and it's 'Affecting our reality' - Yanko Design

A detailed LEGO MOC recreates the Backstreet Boys' 'I Want It That Way' airplane and band, illustrating enduring pop-cultural resonance and skilled adult LEGO craftsmanship.
Canada news
fromJezebel
3 weeks ago

Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau's Spark Has Fizzled

Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau's relationship appears to be cooling off after initial excitement.
#music
Music
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Ethel Cain's Anti-Pop Stardom

The music video for 'American Teenager' juxtaposes a cheerful pop song with dark themes reflecting U.S. military propaganda.
Music
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros Singer Swears "Home" Is Not The "Worst Song Ever Written"

The song "Home" by Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros is defended as a good song by its songwriter Alex Ebert.
London music
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Donal Lynch: 'Factory workers toiled so "madferit" Irish influencers could cosplay the 1990s. What is the second life of 100,000 Oasis-branded bucket hats?'

Oasis-themed merchandise remains highly popular, attracting large crowds.
Left-wing politics
fromFortune
4 weeks ago

Pop culture and politics are intertwined in the age of Trump. Just look at the Paramount-Skydance merger

The Paramount-Skydance merger signifies a new intertwining of pop culture and political dynamics.
Television
fromIndieWire
4 weeks ago

'And Just Like That' Is Over. What Does That Mean for 'Sex and the City'?

The complex legacy of TV reboots challenges fans' perceptions and memories of original shows.
Film
fromVulture
1 month ago

Which Celeb Couple Did Sophie Turner Break Up in 2014?

A wave from Sophie Turner at Comic-Con may have ended a celebrity engagement.
Film
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Trilogy Gets 4K Ultra HD Release

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles trilogy is receiving a 4K remaster with special features, releasing on December 16th.
Cooking
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

16 Iconic '90s Recipes For Your Next Old School Dinner Party - Tasting Table

1990s dinner parties can feature dishes with ties to pop culture and world fusion cuisine.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

From Bikini Bottom to the top: Inside SpongeBob's pop culture reign

SpongeBob SquarePants has achieved brand recognition similar to cultural icons like Mickey Mouse and Looney Tunes, becoming a powerful $16 billion global brand.
Digital life
US politics
fromVulture
1 year ago

Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce: Complete Dating Rumor Timeline

Travis Kelce reportedly reached out to Taylor Swift during her Eras Tour, sparking dating rumors.
Music
fromBustle
1 month ago

Doja Cat Showed Off A Red-Hot Thong & Lingerie For Her New Single

Doja Cat's album 'Vie' focuses on themes of love, romance, and sex, with a fall release date.
#lana-del-rey
San Francisco
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

GalaxyCon bringing superhero, sci-fi and horror icons to San Jose

GalaxyCon in San Jose this weekend expects over 30,000 attendees and features diverse celebrities from pop culture.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Bring It On' is 25. Spirit fingers!

Bring It On celebrates its 25th anniversary as a classic film with enduring quotes and cultural impact.
Arts
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
1 month ago

fantastical exhibition JUJU's castle opens as jean jullien's first solo show in shanghai

Nanzuka Art Institute showcases Jean Jullien's JUJU's Castle, transforming the space into an immersive, narrative-driven experience with paintings and installations.
fromJezebel
1 month ago

Austin Butler, in His Normal Voice, Confirmed He Was High at the Bad Bunny Concert

During an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Butler shared that not only did he think he'd be given the opportunity to simply disappear into the audience with all the other attendees, but he was also given an edible just before the show.
LA Clippers
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Chappell Roan's hit song 'The Subway' has sparked a tourism boom in Saskatchewan

"We don't normally get this kind of publicity from an artist that's at the peak of their popularity. This is like a gift from heaven."
Canada news
Film
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Our Age of Zombie Culture

Zombies in 2025 have become a prominent cultural phenomenon, reflecting societal fears and entertainment trends.
Video games
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Fortnite's New Season Features Some Wild Mobility

Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4 introduces the Springleg medallion, enhancing player mobility dramatically.
Film
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Demon Hunters Who Conquered the Pop Charts

Fictional characters HUNTR/X and Saja Boys dominate the Billboard Hot 100 within Netflix's popular animated film 'KPop Demon Hunters'.
Television
fromVulture
1 month ago

And Just Like That, And Just Like That ... Is Dead

HBO canceled And Just Like That ..., a show that served as a reflection of the collective consciousness post-2020.
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Bonus Consequence Crossword: "Stark Winter"

Earlier this week I published a crossword about six hours late, and I promised to make it up with a bonus puzzle.
NYC music
Digital life
fromInverse
1 month ago

17 Years Later, An Infamous Creator May Make Another Dystopian Story Into Reality

Torment Nexus represents the irony of fiction predicted realities being embraced by modern tech and entertainment.
Music
fromJezebel
1 month ago

An Extremely Realistic Headcanon of What Hannah Montana Has Been Up to for the Past 20 Years

Hannah Montana is being resurrected, potentially with new music, tours, or series, marking the character's 20th anniversary.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

From 'The White Lotus,' to 'Star Wars,' to 'The Office,' 7 must-meet celebs at Fan Expo Boston

Fan Expo Boston features prominent stars from various popular series and films from August 8-10.
fromCreative Bloq
1 month ago

I watched Beyonce and Sydney Sweeney's jeans ads - only one got Gen Z right

Beyoncé’s Levi’s 'Reiimagine' campaign effectively blends sensuality and self-awareness, revisiting nostalgia while making it relevant and empowering, resulting in a significant revenue increase for Levi's.
Marketing
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

What's the definitive piece of Y2K pop culture?

The most definitive piece of Y2K pop culture encapsulates teen culture, viral memes, and iconic media from the late 1990s to early 2000s.
#las-culturistas
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

'Pee-wee's Big Adventure' at 40: Tim Burton and More on Paul Reubens, Ditched Sequels, and Creating a Pop Culture Classic

"Pee-wee's Big Adventure" not only introduced audiences at large to Paul Reubens' wild comic creation, it also welcomed us into the heightened world of Tim Burton.
Film
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

10 Discontinued Cereals From The '80s We Still Mourn At The Grocery Store - Tasting Table

Breakfast in the '80s featured colorful, fun cereals that embodied pop culture and community gatherings.
Film
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Check Out The Best Cosplay At San Diego Comic-Con 2025

San Diego Comic-Con highlights incredible cosplay and major film reveals, continuing its legacy as a cornerstone event in pop culture.
Music
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

Eminem is hosting an official Stan look-alike contest tomorrow, so get your hair bleach ready

A lookalike contest celebrating Eminem's 'Stan' takes place on August 6 in Soho.
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

The Emmys Love Was Expected, Babe - but 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Is Still a Modern TV Miracle

RuPaul's Drag Race has put the formerly fringe art of drag on pop culture's main stage, successfully garnering 79 Emmy nominations and 29 wins to date.
LGBT
fromVulture
1 month ago

Trump Won't Shut Up About TV

Donald Trump has been especially attuned to everything happening on social media, engaging in cultural debates, including Sydney Sweeney's jeans controversy and targeting media personalities.
US politics
LA food
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Maia Kealoha, Dara Renee to guest star on Disney's 'Electric Bloom'

Disney's 'Electric Bloom' is a new music-driven series featuring a trio of best friends from a pop group.
Music
fromVulture
1 month ago

Lady Gaga Will Own Halloween 2025 Playlists

Lady Gaga will release a new song, "Drop Dead," in October 2025, coinciding with her appearance in season two of Wednesday.
LA food
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'No modelling contracts. We were never going to give Duran Duran a run for their money' - The Saw Doctors on their storied music career

The Saw Doctors continue to thrive and expand their tours after nearly four decades since their formation. They reflect on their enduring legacy.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 month ago

Fanatics and Complex Team Up with BLACKPINK for a Sportswear-Infused Capsule Drop | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

The exclusive <BLACKPINK IN YOUR AREA> League Collection feels less like a promo drop and more like a cultural statement that merges music with sports fashion.
Fashion & style
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Marvel's Galactus walks among attendees at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 in massive fan-made cosplay

Cosplay continues to be a major draw at conventions around the world, and this year's San Diego Comic-Con was no exception. The 2025 event featured some of the biggest and most elaborate costumes yet, with fans showing off characters from "Star Wars," "Marvel," anime, and classic cartoons across the convention floor.
Film
Photography
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Rare original proof of David Bailey's 1965 Box of Pin-Ups discovered

David Bailey's Box of Pin-Ups of 1965 is a landmark photographic portfolio capturing key figures of the swinging 60s.
#comic-con
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Justin Bieber Is Here to Save a Summer of Strangeness

Bieber's new album, 'Swag', provides soothing music that meets listeners' needs for comfort rather than the high-energy party vibes typically expected during summer.
Music
fromVulture
1 month ago

Happy Gilmore 2 Is Way More About Death Than I Was Expecting

The sequel, directed by Kyle Newacheck and written by Sandler and regular collaborator Tim Herlihy, does reestablish Happy as a long shot by killing off his wife, Virginia (Julie Bowen), miring him in grief and then...
Film
LA food
fromVulture
1 month ago

Ozzy Osbourne Raised Hell

Ozzy Osbourne transformed from a self-destructive rock star to a multifaceted pop culture icon, leaving a lasting impact on music.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Kesha review a triumphant and electric return for pop's comeback kid

Kesha's performance at Madison Square Garden symbolizes her personal and artistic freedom after overcoming struggles in the music industry.
#hulk-hogan
US news
fromFortune
1 month ago

Hulk Hogan, giant of professional wrestling, dies of cardiac arrest at 71

Hulk Hogan, a pivotal figure in professional wrestling, died at age 71 from cardiac arrest, having significantly impacted the sport's popularity and culture.
New York City
fromTravelAwaits
1 month ago

Best Nerdy Things to Do in NYC: 10 Options for Tech, Art, Culture, & More

New York City offers a vibrant environment for nerds to connect and engage with diverse interests.
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

'Happy Gilmore 2' cameo guide: PGA stars, NFL champ, WWE icons and more

Jack Nicklaus, one of golf’s all-time greats, jokes in the film about being mistaken for Arnold Palmer, drink included, showcasing the humor intertwined with golf's legacy.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Perfect match': Charli xcx opts for classic Vivienne Westwood wedding dress

Charli xcx's choice for her wedding, a white sculpted corseted minidress from Vivienne Westwood, showcases a blend of traditional and contemporary bridal fashion.
Fashion & style
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

30th anniversary glossary shows there's more to 'Clueless' than Valley speak

Clueless popularized phrases like "as if!" and "totally," influencing teen vernacular for decades.
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