Battling historically high unemployment rates and increasingly job-hungry AI, young Americans looking for a leg up are increasingly turning to social media to broadcast their availability — and sometimes very loudly. And it appears to be working — a recent study found that 46% of Gen Z, who reportedly are often sending out as many as 1,000 applications per … Read more
They’re struggling to foot the Z bill. Gen Z can no longer afford to revel in the footloose and fancy-free freedom of youth, as nearly half of twenty-somethings are financially supporting both a child and a parent simultaneously, forcing most to tap into their retirement savings just to stay afloat, per alarming 2026 data. It’s a tough break for the … Read more
The alcohol industry has long relied on young adults eventually becoming regular drinkers. Now, Gen Z is forcing the industry to shift as they embrace “sober-curious” lifestyles and search for quality beverages. A 2025 Gallup poll found that the percentage of US adults who said that they consume alcohol fell to 54%, the lowest rate in the 90 years … Read more
They’re looking for rest wherever they can get it. Frazzled Gen Z and millennial New Yorkers are flocking to a new kind of weekend meetup — one where the only requirement is kicking off your shoes, stretching out on a blanket and doing… absolutely nothing. To combat today’s hustle culture, burned-out twenty and thirtysomethings are … Read more
Maybe the “Z” in Gen Z will eventually stand for “Zepbound.” It’s no surprise that Gen Zers love their nuggs and glizzies — research suggests that about 62% of their calories come from ultra-processed foods (UPFs). A new study out of Virginia Tech warns that this is a recipe for disaster, especially for the Gen … Read more
Many of the kids are not alright — though some are. According to the 2025 World Happiness Report, Americans ages 18 to 29 ranked 62nd amongst the 140 countries surveyed in terms of self-reported well-being and life satisfaction — far below all US adults, who ranked 24th in the most recent report. But a small … Read more
A British boss has been left bemused and baffled after a Gen Zer insisted on looking like a breakfast plate during her job interview – no, seriously. Aidan Cramer is the co-founder of AIApply, an app that uses artificial intelligence to help workers write cover letters, apply for jobs and ultimately secure interviews. The boss … Read more
As singles continue to complain about the dating scene, they’re checking out of theirs and searching for love anywhere they can — whether it be reading parties or even abroad. Tinder reported a surge in users who utilized its “passport” feature, which allows singles to check out the dating scene — or find a sexy … Read more
The flashy girl from Flushing — the nanny named Fran — is being named Gen Z’s most haute heroine. It’s The Nanny-core couture, baby! “She unapologetically extra, glamorous and sexy,” Charissa Mattera, 26, from Bay Ridge, told The Post of Fran Drescher’s role as the irrepressibly fabulous Fran Fine in the 1990s sitcom “The Nanny.” … Read more
Jennifer Fishburn grew up constantly going to concerts in the ’90s, from Lollapalooza to Woodstock ’99, and she kept an unexpected — and unwanted — souvenir from all of them. The 49-year-old suffers from tinnitus, or “ringing in the ears,” a result of being a concert regular. “Now that I’m older, I don’t need to … Read more
If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Gen Zers are taking their thrifting obsession to the next level, this time with their smartphones. The tech-savvy generation isn’t opting for brand-new iPhones — instead, they are settling for mint-condition refurbished ones for a fraction of the original sale price. “With incremental improvements between new smartphone versions, … Read more
The young and the young-ish take astrology seriously … perhaps at the expense of their serious relationships. A recent survey from writing site EduBirdie found that 74% of Gen Zers and millennials check the zodiac signs of potential partners to avoid mismatches — and one in three won’t date someone incompatible. Further, astrological allegiance can … Read more
Pipe dream? Researchers say that 1.2 million lung cancer deaths worldwide could be prevented over 70 years by banning the sale of cigarettes and other tobacco products to people born between 2006 and 2010. “Lung cancer is a major killer worldwide, and a staggering two-thirds of deaths are linked to one preventable risk factor — … Read more
Looking desperate is no longer a red flag — at least on LinkedIn. Unemployed people who are open to work are now being transparent about their urgent need for a new role, adorning their profiles with a new LinkedIn banner that reads “#Desperate.” “LinkedIn is a platform that’s made for networking and connecting with people, and … Read more
Young workers are getting fired at an alarming rate in the US, with experts suggesting the troubling trend could start to plague Australia. According to a report, 75 percent of American companies weren’t happy with their recent Gen Z hires, meaning anyone aged 27 or younger. The survey by Intelligent found that six in 10 … Read more
Snail mail is on the move. Despite misconceptions that younger generations only type away on their phones or don’t know what a post office is, a higher number of young people actually rely on the mailing system, according to a new survey conducted by Stamps.com. “Our research shows that mail is still incredibly relevant today,” … Read more
Gen Zers are quitting jobs not just because of salaries or flexibility, but also because they don’t feel up to the task. Recruitment expert Roxanne Calder said that it is becoming more common for young people to quit their jobs because they are worried they aren’t capable. Calder told news.com.au that Gen Zers can be … Read more
Their presence is the present, sweetie. Showing up to a wedding empty-handed is no longer a déclassé “don’t” thanks to ungenerous Gen Z’s who’ve shamelessly abandoned gift-giving. And their refusal to break the bank is breaking one bride’s heart. “[I] recently had a wedding and had probably 70% of guests not give a gift/a card,” … Read more
Three in four Gen Zers are putting the blame on social media for having a negative impact on their mental health, according to a new study. The poll of 2,000 Gen Z Americans who use social media found Instagram (20%), TikTok (20%) and Facebook (13%) have all had a negative impact on their wellbeing. Many … Read more
The perfect storm of workplace trends like “quiet quitting” and “quiet vacationing” has yielded a seismic shift in employee engagement and ushered in the “Great Detachment.” Recent data from Gallup revealed a decline in employee engagement, especially in millennials and Gen Z workers. Young millennials and Zoomers reported a 5% decline in engagement, while older … Read more