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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Will I get deported for sharing this meme of JD Vance? | Arwa Mahdawi

An American border official denied Mads Mikkelsen entry based on his possession of a meme featuring Vice-President JD Vance, causing a brief controversy over meme culture.
US politics
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Norwegian Tourist Claims U.S. Denied Him Entry Over a J.D. Vance Meme. Authorities Said It Was His Drug Use

Mads Mikkelsen faced denial of U.S. entry over a meme and personal marijuana use, sparking debate over free speech rights and immigration enforcement.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The new pope is the internet's biggest meme. What does that say about us? | Tayo Bero

The selection of Pope Leo XIV has sparked a humorous and vibrant meme culture on social media, uniting people in laughter during a tense time.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Instagram Blend Is Supposed to Bring Us Closer, But It's Doing the Opposite | HackerNoon

Instagram's new Blend feature diminishes personal connections by curating shared content feeds, similar to Spotify's concept.
The feature aims to facilitate connections through creativity but lacks originality.
fromKotaku
3 months ago

Fortnite's Star Wars Season Adds Darth Jar Jar

Darth Jar Jar, a fan-created character, will be a new skin in Fortnite's upcoming Star Wars season starting May 2.
fromBon Appetit
3 months ago

Loewe's Meme-Inspired Tomato Clutch Is Finally Here

The myth of the heirloom tomato clutch fabricates a narrative that speaks to the modern era where memes transition to tangible art, blurring boundaries.
Fashion & style
#chatgpt
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Commemorative socks are one thing, Jeff Goldblum, but you're missing a trick not doing official knickers

Jeff Goldblum is not only an actor but a cultural icon who embraces meme culture and self-promotion through merchandise.
#duolingo
fromCNET
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Rest in Peace Duo, the Duolingo Owl, Cruelly Murdered by Its Marketing Team

Duolingo cleverly used their mascot's 'death' to reinforce user engagement humorously.
The campaign triggered widespread online interaction, resonating with current events and pop culture.
Miscellaneous
fromCNET
5 months ago

Rest in Peace Duo, the Duolingo Owl, Cruelly Murdered by Its Marketing Team

Duolingo cleverly used their mascot's 'death' to reinforce user engagement humorously.
The campaign triggered widespread online interaction, resonating with current events and pop culture.
US politics
fromFast Company
5 months ago

How 'Trump Take Egg' captured the mood of an inflation-weary nation

The meme "Trump take egg" reflects social media's reaction to rising egg prices and inflation, highlighting economic anxiety.
#tiktok
fromEMARKETER
6 months ago

Consumers want brands to participate in social media trends

According to M Booth, 41% of US consumers expect brands to engage in meme culture and social media trends, emphasizing the importance of brands to adapt creatively.
fromEMARKETER
6 months ago
Marketing

Consumers want brands to participate in social media trends

Brands should engage in meme culture but avoid forced or corporate tones.
Careful balancing of trend engagement and brand voice is crucial for authenticity.
Video games
fromPolygon
7 months ago

Skibidi Toilet and Plungerman are coming to Fortnite

Skibidi Toilet is a popular meme and has evolved into a significant digital franchise impacting Gen Alpha's culture.
fromwww.mediaite.com
7 months ago

We Now Know the Source': Trump Shares Meme Depicting Jersey Drones as Chris Christie Fast Food Delivery

Trump used a meme to humorously implicate Christie in drone sightings over New Jersey.
The meme reflects the long-standing conflict between Trump and Christie, highlighting personal and political tensions.
Miscellaneous
fromIntelligencer
9 months ago

Whitmer Doritos 'Communion' Shows Danger of Being Too Online

Gretchen Whitmer's viral video with Liz Plank sparked controversy due to its parody of a sacred ritual, reflecting broader cultural appropriation discussions.
fromNew York Post
9 months ago

'Clenched fist meme' from animated show 'Arthur' turns 25 - here's how the moment went viral

The 'clenched fist' meme from the animated series 'Arthur', which aired in 1999, gained widespread popularity starting in 2016 thanks to celebrities John Legend and Chrissy Teigen.
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
11 months ago

Raygun is the internet's newest villain - and memes about her have paved the way for a wave of gleeful misinformation

Gunn's emergence as a meme during the Olympics has led to a whirlwind of false claims regarding her qualifications, revealing a darker side of internet fame.
Tech industry
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