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Influencers and companies in the wellness space have capitalized on distrust of the nation’s public health establishment, flooding the market with supplements and alternative treatments. You wouldn’t think wellness influencers with a passion for organic produce and unpasteurized milk would have much in common with President-elect Donald Trump, whose regular diet consists of Big Macs, […]
Steffi Cao and Delia Cai reckon with what to do when your favorite creator isn’t politically aligned with you. There are certain social media rules we can all agree on: Ghosting a conversation is impolite, and replying “k” to a text is the equivalent of a backhand slap (violent, wrong, and rude). But what about […]
As trust in mainstream media fades, influencers are acting like the next generation’s news anchors. Two-thirds of them are men. “News influencers” are social media translators, conveying the day’s biggest stories via TikTok commentary or Instagram graphic. They also happen to be overwhelmingly male. Source link
TAIPEI, Taiwan — Amid China’s crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights, queer influencers are using creative strategies, subtle hashtags and coded language to stay one step ahead of social media censors and provide much-needed support to the community. A decade ago, LGBTQ+ communities were gaining greater visibility and acceptance in China’s traditionally conservative society. That tide has turned […]
On November 12th, Li Ziqi posted on Weibo: This lacquer video is four years late, “lacquer” sounds like “qi” in Chinese. I named this lacquerware artwork with hidden flower carvings “Purple Qi Coming from the East”, the qilin looks back, worries about nothing, and I also send this blessing to each one of you who […]
MrBeast, the world’s most popular YouTuber, regularly works with brands on sponsorship deals. A recent court filing included six decks MrBeast’s team made to pitch brands like GM, Ford, and LG. The documents show how a creator with hundreds of millions of fans positions himself to sponsors. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics […]
Workers are stepping into the spotlight to be the face of their employer’s social media accounts. Even your FYP (For You Page) isn’t safe from the corporate grind. The influencer-industrial complex is so pervasive, employees are now becoming influencers for their own companies. From “outfit of the day” to “day in the life” videos, employees […]
Jason Tartick and Kat Stickler announced on social media they have “amicably” split after more than six months together. “I am sad to share that Kat and I are no longer together,” the “Bachelorette” alum, 35, wrote on his Instagram Stories Saturday. “It’s fair to say that I love hard with all my heart and […]
Fashion influencers often set trends and inspire us with their style, but Rina Bach is taking it a step further with her latest IKEA hack. She recently shared a clever way to organize her sunglasses that’s both practical and stylish. The Struggle: Sunglasses Everywhere Like many of us, Rina found herself dealing with a bit […]