Why is Gen Z turning to religion?

Why is Gen Z turning to religion?

In the face of digital disconnection, faith is emerging as an unlikely refuge for today’s young people.  You’d be forgiven for assuming Gen Z might be the most secular cohort in modern history. They’re famously left-leaning in their politics, fly in the face of many traditional values surrounding marriage and...

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UK calls for streaming services to share revenue into TV fund

UK calls for streaming services to share revenue into TV fund

MPs in the UK have called for platforms like Netflix to share some of their revenue to support high-end British TV. They warn that a lack of support could erode distinctly British content. A group of UK MPs have called for streaming services to contribute a share of their revenue to a fund that would support British high-end TV production. The recommendation comes as part of a new report by...

By Bristol, UK
Should we be concerned about the Studio Ghibli AI trend?

Should we be concerned about the Studio Ghibli AI trend?

Social media platforms are ablaze this week with users creating fake Studio Ghibli inspired artwork using generative AI. How much harm does this do to actual artists and animation studios? Another week, another story of generative AI disrupting the creative industry. This time, it looks like the legendary Japanese animation house Studio Ghibli is being dragged into the debate, as thousands of social media users generate and post ‘original’ images...

By Bristol, UK
‘Toxic bro culture’ is driving women away from social media

‘Toxic bro culture’ is driving women away from social media

A new survey has revealed that young women are staying off social media due to a surge in misogynistic content and divisive language on such platforms. Public awareness about online safety has ramped up in recent weeks, with Netflix’s hit television series Adolescence sparking a widespread conversation about digital dangers faced by children. These conversations have even influenced debates in UK parliament. With so much of modern life spent online, governments,...

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America ranks lowest ever for global happiness in new report

America ranks lowest ever for global happiness in new report

According to the World Happiness Report 2025, the US is now outside of the top twenty happiest countries in the world. Finland remains at the top once again. Are you happy with where you live? Content with the way your life is going? Slightly suspicious of your government? These types of questions were asked to participants in the World Happiness Report 2025, a yearly study on global wellbeing. Over 140...

By Bristol, UK