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Video games
fromKotaku
1 hour ago

Fans Accuse Pragmata's Twitch Emote Of Referencing Pedo Meme

Capcom's new Twitch Chat Badge has sparked controversy over alleged inappropriate associations with a meme linked to pedophilia.
#manosphere
fromMedium
13 hours ago
Social media marketing

I watched the manosphere documentary; here is how design is making things worse.

Social media marketing
fromMedium
13 hours ago

I watched the manosphere documentary; here is how design is making things worse.

The manosphere thrives on toxic online communities that promote misogyny and anti-feminism, driven by algorithms rewarding controversial content.
#lgbtq
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 months ago
LGBT

Anti-LGBTQ+ activist undresses in board meeting to show how trans kids make people uncomfortable - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
9 months ago
Right-wing politics

Gay makeup artist mocks right-wing "bozos" for using his photo to celebrate rugged masculinity - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 months ago

Anti-LGBTQ+ activist undresses in board meeting to show how trans kids make people uncomfortable - LGBTQ Nation

Beth Bourne disrupted a school board meeting by removing her clothing to protest trans-inclusive bathroom policies.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
9 months ago

Gay makeup artist mocks right-wing "bozos" for using his photo to celebrate rugged masculinity - LGBTQ Nation

A gay makeup artist humorously highlights a far-right troll's mistake in using his image to promote conventional masculinity, unaware of his true identity.
Games
fromKotaku
20 hours ago

Chinese Esports Host Accused Of Blackface Following On-Stream Stunt

Zha Zha's black body paint during a tournament was misinterpreted as blackface due to cultural context and competitive gaming tactics.
#jorginho
NYC parents
fromVulture
3 days ago

Chappell Roan Innocent!

Jorginho apologized for falsely accusing Chappell Roan of intimidating his daughter, clarifying the misunderstanding regarding the security guard's actions.
NYC parents
fromVulture
3 days ago

Chappell Roan Innocent!

Jorginho apologized for falsely accusing Chappell Roan of intimidating his daughter, clarifying the misunderstanding regarding the security guard's actions.
SF parents
fromBuzzFeed
3 days ago

Jorginho Walked Back His Criticism Of Chappell Roan, But People Are Appalled At His Lack Of Accountability

An incident involving a child and a security guard at a hotel during Lollapalooza left the child shaken after encountering Chappell.
#chappell-roan
Media industry
fromVulture
3 days ago

Dave Portnoy Thinks Alex Cooper and Alix Earle Drama Is Over Business

Dave Portnoy believes the Alex Cooper and Alix Earle drama is business-related and suggests one should reveal the truth behind their conflict.
US politics
fromBustle
4 days ago

How The 'Blue-Haired Liberal' Become The Right's Favorite Stereotype

Bennett and Tippetts, hairstylists from different political backgrounds, both cater to clients seeking culturally significant blue hair color.
#misogyny
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Feminists began raising the alarm about the manosphere decades ago and we were ignored | Laurie Penny

Misogyny has been treated as a non-issue for years, despite its serious implications and the rise of online harassment.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Feminists began raising the alarm about the manosphere decades ago and we were ignored | Laurie Penny

Misogyny has been treated as a non-issue for years, despite its serious implications and the rise of online harassment.
Silicon Valley food
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

This TikTok vigilante is calling out what he says are obnoxious influencers and getting legal threats

Jay became a prominent influencer critic after mocking entitled influencers, helping to grow his family's snack brand on TikTok.
#social-media
Film
fromKotaku
5 days ago

New Faces of Death A Fun Stab At Grisly State Of Social Media

The proliferation of graphic content online, especially among children, highlights the disturbing impact of social media on society.
Film
fromKotaku
5 days ago

New Faces of Death A Fun Stab At Grisly State Of Social Media

The proliferation of graphic content online, especially among children, highlights the disturbing impact of social media on society.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Why I'm embracing the latest uncool thing in gaming

Marathon offers a welcoming community for feminine-presenting players, contrasting with typical multiplayer experiences in gaming.
Social media marketing
fromDigiday
2 days ago

Why brands can't stop acting like reply guys and jumping into viral comment threads on social media

Brands are increasingly engaging in social media replies to drive interaction and remain culturally relevant.
fromQueerty
2 days ago

Spectacle or support? The complicated visibility of trans youth in film & TV - Queerty

Since the 1990s, a largely underground upwelling of trans creativity has helped new trans identities, communities, and political movements come together. Trans Cinema provides an entryway to the wildly diverse and creative cinema made by trans creators, including those who are BIPOC.
LGBT
fromApaonline
1 week ago

How to Deal with Online Virtue Signaling

Virtue signaling often manifests in social media posts that aim to elevate one's moral standing without genuine commitment to the cause, leading to frustration among observers.
Philosophy
Film
fromVulture
6 days ago

The Horrors of Being a Content Moderator Fuel the New Faces of Death

Poor character decisions in horror films can frustrate viewers, but Margot's journey in Faces of Death offers a relatable and engaging narrative.
Social media marketing
fromInman
4 days ago

The 'Carl's a mess' trend shows conversation outperforms

Earning attention requires participation and relatability, as cultural trends reflect real behaviors and invite audience engagement.
#hype-aversion
Media industry
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

How Some People Became So Averse to Hype

Hype aversion is a reaction against popular culture pressure, where opting out can signify independence and personal taste.
Media industry
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

How Some People Became So Averse to Hype

Hype aversion is a reaction against popular culture pressure, where opting out can signify independence and personal taste.
Philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 weeks ago

Why the manosphere has an antisemitism problem

Antisemitism is prevalent in the manosphere, with influencers promoting harmful stereotypes and conspiracy theories about Jews.
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

I felt judged:' BTS fans slam Fallon Show over traumatizing' taping experience | amNewYork

Fans of BTS felt emotionally distressed and excluded during a taping of The Tonight Show due to staff behavior and wristband segregation.
fromQueerty
3 weeks ago

Who are the "hybrid boys" & why are they getting bodied by Gay Twitter? - Queerty

Hybrid training, which draws on various workouts from cardio to lifting, is gaining traction thanks to competitions like Hyrox created by Moritz Fürste.
Exercise
Games
fromWGB
3 weeks ago

Street Fighter 6's Alex Controversy Explained: Why Fans Are So Weirded Out

Street Fighter 6 controversially alters Alex's backstory, changing his relationship with Patricia from a sisterly bond to a romantic one.
Podcast
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

Why The Internet Is Arguing About Its Favorite Feminist

Lindy West's new book, Adult Braces, explores her polyamorous relationship and the intense online backlash it has generated.
LGBT
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

There is no ethical consumption of HBO's Harry Potter series

HBO's Harry Potter series faces challenges due to J.K. Rowling's controversial views on transgender issues.
Marketing
fromFast Company
1 month ago

AI will power Fandom from spectator to co-star

Generative AI enables media companies to maintain constant fan engagement by scaling personalized content creation beyond traditional production limits, transforming passive consumers into active co-creators within brand-safe parameters.
LGBT
fromQueerty
3 weeks ago

An underage "gay" scandal is tearing apart the manosphere & the girls are fighting - Queerty

Louis Theroux's documentary on toxic masculinity has sparked significant online interest, particularly regarding figures like Andrew Tate and Sneako.
Games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Logan Paul Roasted For Phony Love Letter To Gengar

A content creator's praise for Gengar contains outdated Pokémon information and appears to be AI-generated rather than authentically written.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
1 month ago

Please, No More Disaffected White Girls

Anika Jade Levy's 'Flat Earth' presents a shallow protagonist and detached narrative style that prioritizes surface-level weirdness over genuine character development or emotional depth.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
3 weeks ago

Fake post claims Clavicular has 'come out' as bisexual

Clavicular has made the decision to come out to the public as Bisexual, he doesn't want this to change the outlook he gives to his fans. 'I've always felt more comfortable around guys my entire life... there's a reason why I do a lot of content with Drago & Cookie.'
LGBT
#fandom-communities
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago

Heated Rivalry stars condemn online bigotry: 'Don't call yourself a fan'

Don't call yourself a fan if you share racist/homophobic/biphobic/misogynist/ageist/ableist/parasocial/bigoted comments of any kind. None of us need your hateful 'love'. We all respect and support and love each other and are on the same side. If you can't accept that gtfoh.
Television
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Overwatch Fans Are Apologizing To The Kiriko And Mercy Mains They've Bullied - Kotaku

Jeff Kaplan left Blizzard due to pressure to increase revenue annually or face layoffs, revealing how growth-obsessed corporate mandates drove cosmetic favoritism toward popular characters like Kiriko and Mercy in Overwatch.
Social media marketing
fromwww.cnn.com
1 month ago

Gen Z's fan edits are a staple of internet culture. Movie studios are finally buying in | CNN Business

Movie studios hire fan editors to create viral content targeting Gen Z and millennials, with platforms like HBO, Netflix, and Lionsgate leveraging fan edits for marketing and franchise revival.
Media industry
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Author finds outrage is profitable

Social media algorithms are deliberately designed to amplify outrage because anger drives engagement, clicks, and shares, particularly intensifying before elections when candidates use fear to motivate voters.
Online learning
fromPoynter
1 month ago

We partnered with streamers to talk rage bait, toxicity and media literacy. You can, too. - Poynter

MediaWise launched G.A.M.E. to combat misinformation in gaming spaces by partnering with gamers and streamers to reach young audiences through their preferred platforms.
fromThe Independent
1 month ago

Zack Snyder hits back at criticisms of 'toxic' fanbase and defends Batman v Superman

I would never say there is no way. I was on the ride that created Justice League, and if you were in my shoes there were numerous times, dark times, when there was no chance that there will ever be my version of it. It will never exist. It can't... cost, politics, everything stood against. And yet it exists. The fans should never forget they did that.
Independent films
fromBavarian Football Works
1 month ago

Which fanbase do you have an irrational dislike for?

In the Bundesliga, the obvious starting point is Borussia Dortmund. Their Yellow Wall is iconic, the atmosphere incredible, and the tradition undeniable. Yet the nonstop "underdog versus Bayern Munich" narrative can feel exhausting. You respect the passion, but the moral-victory energy after narrow losses? That can grate. Then there's Schalke 04. Even during seasons when Schalke aren't competing near the top, the anti-Bayern Munich sentiment never fades. Maybe it's regional pride, maybe it's history,
Soccer (FIFA)
Books
fromDefector
2 months ago

Fanfiction's Total Cultural Victory | Defector

Fifty Shades of Grey's transition from fanfiction to mainstream publishing transformed the industry, proving fanfiction-originated romances can be highly lucrative and culturally influential.
#lgbtq-representation
fromQueerty
1 month ago
LGBT

As Heated Rivalry stars call out toxic fandom, Harrison Browne shines light on series' trans representation - Queerty

fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
LGBT

10 Times People Totally Unfairly Scrutinized Queer TV Shows... Literally Just For Being Queer

LGBT
fromQueerty
1 month ago

As Heated Rivalry stars call out toxic fandom, Harrison Browne shines light on series' trans representation - Queerty

Heated Rivalry stars Hudson Williams and François Arnaud issued a statement condemning racist, homophobic, biphobic, misogynistic, ageist, ableist, and parasocial hate comments from fans, declaring such behavior incompatible with genuine fandom.
LGBT
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

10 Times People Totally Unfairly Scrutinized Queer TV Shows... Literally Just For Being Queer

Heated Rivalry celebrates queer love without narrative punishment, while facing backlash for depicting non-straight romance with similar graphic content to mainstream shows like Bridgerton.
fromTalkNats.com
2 months ago

The on-line bullies in the sports talk world | TalkNats.com

You must be a TalkNats Subscriber to access this content. Subscribers have access to exclusive content on the TalkNats website and can engage in discussions with other Nats fans.
Washington Nationals
Digital life
fromTheSavvyGamer
1 month ago

20 Ways The Comment Section Rewrote Culture - TheSavvyGamer

Comment sections transformed online interaction by turning reactions into visible currency, reshaping content creation, amplification, reputation management, and public behavior.
Television
fromWIRED
2 months ago

The 'Heated Rivalry' Fandom Is Tearing Itself Apart

Obsessive parasocial fandom around a breakout hockey romance fuels intense online scrutiny, hate messaging, and ethical dilemmas for fan accounts handling paparazzi and unconsented content.
Relationships
fromQueerty
2 years ago

My boyfriend is taking cosplay too far. How do I get a handle on this? - Queerty

A partner's cosplay escalating into adopting a character's name and appearance can reflect identity exploration and may require honest communication and boundary-setting.
Chicago Cubs
fromDodgers Nation
1 month ago

Pete Crow-Armstrong Doubles Down on Criticism of Dodgers Fans

Pete Crow-Armstrong criticizes Dodgers fans for being disrespectful and disengaged, citing childhood experiences of violence at games while praising Chicago fans for their genuine baseball passion.
fromCodegood
2 months ago

The Context Collapse Problem

A mid-sized fintech company with 150 engineers rolled out AI coding assistants in early 2025. The productivity gains on greenfield projects hit 40%-better than the vendor's optimistic projections. Engineers building new microservices from scratch reported that AI pair programming felt like having a competent junior developer working alongside them, handling boilerplate, suggesting tests, catching edge cases before they became bugs.
US politics
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Disney deleted a Thread because people kept quoting its movies at it

Disney deleted a Threads prompt after followers replied with anti-fascist quotes from franchise films aimed at the current administration.
Marketing
fromBored Panda
2 months ago

Disney Thread Goes Viral For Reasons They Didn't Expect, They Make It Worse By Deleting It

Disney deleted a controversial Threads thread and has not apologized, prompting widespread user backlash and reposted screenshots under other posts.
Digital life
fromFortune
1 month ago

How fandom became culture's power center - and a blueprint for Gen Z's economic influence | Fortune

Fandom empowers Gen Z and Gen Alpha to co-create culture, shape IP, and convert collective creativity into real economic and cultural power.
UK politics
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Anti-Extremism Visual Novel Sparks Goth E-Girl Extremist Meme

A British government-funded anti-extremism game unintentionally turned its racist goth antagonist into an alt-right meme and AI fan-art phenomenon online.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Love the work, hate the slaps: Creators and fans wrestle with the dark side of the micro drama boom

"Bound by Honor," billed as a "top series" on ReelShort, opens with a young woman being drugged and coerced into marriage. In "Divorced at the Wedding Day," a "popular" pick on DramaBox, a pregnant widow is whipped and pushed onto broken glass at an engagement party before being locked up in a crate. ReelShort and Disney-backed DramaBox are the market leaders in the rising category of micro dramas, made-for-mobile soaps that feature fast-paced action and wild plots.
Television
Marketing
fromAol
2 months ago

Disney Tries To Start A Fun Thread, Then Deletes It When The Replies Get Out Of Control

A brand's prompting post provoked critical responses, deletion triggered a Streisand effect, and viral screenshots amplified reputational damage and public backlash.
Online Community Development
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

This shouldn't be normal': developers speak out about bigotry on Steam, the world's biggest PC gaming storefront

Steam's lax moderation permits pervasive abuse and bigotry, especially targeting transgender creators, undermining developer safety and exposing games to review-based harassment and coordinated campaigns.
#highguard
Film
fromPAPER Magazine
1 month ago

Can Social Media Be More Like Letterboxd?

Letterboxd provides a low-stakes space for casual, unguarded movie opinions amid broader internet fatigue, outrage-driven monetization, and retreat from public discourse.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 months ago

Star Trek: Starfleet Academy is being review-bombed by the 'anti-woke' brigade

New Paramount+ show Star Trek: Starfleet Academy is being review-bombed, with critics describing its inclusion of diverse characters, including individuals with disabilities and people of varied races and body types, "woke". The most recent Star Trek series follows a crew of Starfleet cadets as they come of age and train to be officers. Created by Gaia Violo, the show is set in the 32nd century, and is a spin off of Star Trek: Discovery.
Television
Film
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Conservatives freak out over pronoun joke in new "He-Man" movie trailer - LGBTQ Nation

He-Man's trailer shows a desk nameplate reading "Adam Glenn He/Him," prompting conservative backlash over alleged "woke" pronoun usage.
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Cyberpunk 2077 VR Modder Locks Out Subscribers After New DMCA: 'People On The Web Are Thirsty For Blood' - Kotaku

In light of the above facts, I'm being forced to take immediate action. I'm making unavailable all versions of the mods and also all the posts related to the wonderful work we have done here together for years, so that there will be no ground for further claims,
Video games
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