Nearly three-quarters (72%) of Gen Z say customer reviews are the most credible influence when engaging with a brand, according to a new national study of 2,000 consumers conducted by Walr on behalf of We are Talker. The findings show younger audiences now place greater emphasis on third-party validation, such as independent research, expert opinion, … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Marvel’s got nothing on this multiverse. Disney just announced their 2026 ‘Worlds Collide Tour’ that will bring together cast members from “Descendants,” “Zombies” and “Camp Rock.” Their mash-up show is … Read more
Oh, gimme a break! Newcomers to the workforce are already in need of respites from the rat race. So, they’re ditching the daily grind to enjoy a little midweek mindfulness in nature amid the rising “green days” movement. “I’m really enjoying my day off from work,” raved a 28-year-old law office assistant, in part, while … Read more
Red, white and feeling blue. Turns out that Gen Zers aren’t universally unhappy — they’re just sullen in the US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. Outside those four countries, people under 25 reported increasing feelings of happiness over the last decade, according to the 14th edition of the World Happiness Report, released Wednesday. Gen Zers … Read more
LOS ANGELES — By age 23, Emma MacTaggart was already noticing how rare her free time was — and how it was seldom screen-free. She was working long hours in investment banking and once she was finally able to log off after work, she would turn to her phone. Along with her roommates, she decided … Read more
It was a flashback to NYC in the 1990s. A sea of hunks wearing backwards hats, suits and cut-off shirts took over Washington Square Park on Sunday for the first-ever John F. Kennedy Jr. lookalike contest. As Lenny Kravitz’s 1991 hit “It Ain’t Over Until It’s Over” blasted through speakers, seven — more participants were … Read more
The ladies of Gen Z are making history — but for all the wrong reasons. Would-be career gals in their late teens and early 20s are out of work and in a rut, according to startling new data that deems Gen Z women as the new face of unemployment. But the disgraceful designation isn’t due … Read more
They’re youngsters with old outlooks. Total submissiveness in romantic relationships is a must for a staggering number of young men, who view their wives and girlfriends as sexual subordinates, per startling new data. “Thirty-one percent of Gen Z men agree that a wife should always obey her husband, and 33% say a husband should have the … Read more
New research has revealed that three in five Americans agree that happy hour has evolved beyond the old after-work bar routine. A survey of 2,000 Americans 21+ split evenly by generation looked at how they’re redefining, modernizing, and still enjoying the age-old tradition of “happy hour.” A majority of respondents (60%) agree that happy hour … Read more
Big Tech is in the hot seat, with Mark Zuckerberg forced to testify last week about the dangers of Instagram in a landmark lawsuit brought by a young California woman, known only as KGM, who says growing up on social media ruined her childhood. KGM’s story is terrible: Claims of sextortion, self-harm and suicidal ideation. Outside the … Read more
Despite a nationwide dip in face-to-face socializing, some of the key elements of a great night out haven’t changed according to new research — including spontaneity and flexibility. A recent survey examining the social dynamics and drinking habits of 1,000 millennials and 1,000 21+ Gen Z found that for new younger generations, the best nights … Read more
Maia Hirsch’s affinity for fashion design doesn’t STEM from a lifelong love of luxe labels like Chanel, Hermès and Dior. While admittedly an appreciator of haute finery, Hirsch, 24, a mechanical engineer based in upstate Ithaca, is more fascinated with scientific systems and robotics than imported silks and lambskin leather. But when the pandemic erupted in … Read more
When the curtain fell on Taylor Swift’s Eras tour, her international support act Sabrina Carpenter could have been forgiven for stepping off the road trip treadmill and putting her dancing feet up. But like most Zoomers – or Generation Z – Carpenter has kept the momentum going and stayed performance fit and ready. Fuelling it? … Read more
Are you truly trendy or are you just a tacky transplant? An influencer has sparked debate after sharing a list of the “status symbols” beloved by fashionable Gen Z women in downtown Manhattan. Chloe Hechter took to TikTok to share her list of must-haves that signal sophistication and influence, including a designer dog and a … Read more
The internet appears to be causing young people to lose their southern drawl — and our unique regional accents aren’t the only thing it’s taking from us. Research from the University of Georgia shows that, generation over generation, regional southern accents are declining, thanks in no small part to social media. It’s just another way … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Sunnyside is about to turn up. Starting Jan. 16, party-starting, EDM icon Fred Again.. will launch his six-gig residency at East End Studios — marking the concert debut for the venue … Read more
The party-girl era is packing up her micro-bag — and Gen Z is reaching for tweed, knits and something that looks like it might’ve belonged to their grandmother. Instead of dressing for bottle service or viral club fits, young fashionistas are embracing a quieter, more subtle look — one that feels handwritten rather than algorithmic. … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Raise a glass to Madison Beer. The popular singer-songwriter just announced she’ll headline venues all over the globe from May through July on her ‘Locket Tour.’ To close the international … Read more
Six in 10 Americans have become less interested in alcohol since first trying it — a transition that starts, on average, at age 32. A survey of 2,000 American adults, aged 21 and older, revealed that 61% of those surveyed have experienced a decreased interest in consuming alcohol since first trying it — especially Gen … Read more
Karen’s been canceled. Lately, there’s a new, fresh-faced version of the infamous Boomer-baiting, manager-requesting, asymmetrical bob-sporting object of derision — and her name is Jessica. From comedy sketches to Reddit threads to viral comment sections, this younger, sassier cousin of the original is quickly becoming shorthand for women found guilty by the online mob — of … Read more