All articles tagged with #online culture
The piece argues that AI-generated depictions of Britain’s urban ‘roadman’ culture reveal enduring class anxieties, showing how online platforms reward sensationalized caricatures over nuanced reality; the shift from the ‘chav’ stereotype to digital-age imagery reflects a broader erosion of moral imagination, and the author calls for a renewed, inclusive national narrative that transcends race and class.
Many millennials feel disillusioned with the current state of the internet, which is now dominated by rage bait and large platforms, contrasting with the more community-driven and discovery-oriented web of the past, such as the days of LiveJournal and MySpace.
Prosecutors in Utah suggest 22-year-old Tyler Robinson killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk due to a personal grievance, with online memes and inscriptions on bullet casings indicating a performative act influenced by internet culture, rather than clear political motives. The case highlights the complex intersection of online culture, performative violence, and political extremism.
Kanye West's latest album, Vultures 1, has reached number one in over 100 countries despite being independently produced and initially unavailable on major streaming platforms. The album's success reflects Kanye's uncancellable status, as he continues to maintain a large fanbase and high streaming numbers. The growth of online culture and niche media consumption has contributed to his relative success, as he remains a polarizing figure in popular culture. Ultimately, Kanye's true cancellation will only come when demand for his music fades.
The father of prank YouTuber Tanner Cook, who was recently shot in Virginia, has said that his family has received harassment following his son's hospitalization. Cook's videos, posted on his YouTube channel Classified Goons, have received backlash since he was injured at the Dulles Town Center Mall in Sterling, Virginia on Sunday. The YouTuber is known for pulling audacious practical jokes on unsuspecting strangers. Some of his videos include "Fake Target Thug Employee Prank," "Fake Vomiting On Uber Drivers!" and "Taking Rackets From Tennis Players Prank!"