Why are Gen Y turning to their Facebook feeds to keep abreast of the news? How are people living ethically, without compromise? Why are people seeking comfort and sustainability? And how have kids turned into mini role models?
For the past 16 years, Jon Stewart has hosted The Daily Show, poking fun at America’s politics and national media. In the process, he became a darling of America’s Gen Y. But how did Stewart’s satire come to resonate so clearly with this generation? And where will they head next for their news?
Do you Like political candidates on Facebook? Are you always sharing news stories? Facebook is filtering users' political activities online to help politicians target the right audience in a more friendly, casual way. Is the social network set to become the best way to ‘digitally canvass’?
In 2015, Swedish fast fashion giant H&M was named one of the world’s most ethical companies thanks to its extensive sustainability efforts. But in an industry built on cheap thrills, can the rush of buying new stuff ever sit comfortably with the ethical responsibility to slow down consumption?
Online shopping may be convenient, but it often makes little logistical sense to undercut local businesses and add to the already massive delivery carbon footprint. German online retail start-up Kiezkaufhaus wants to solve this problem, offering same-day delivery from stores local to customers.
More than half of US homeowners think now is a good time to renovate. But with growing environmental awareness, there’s a desire for more eco-friendly home improvement. Can TreeHouse – hailed as the ‘Whole Foods of DIY’ – revolutionise the sector with a focus on education and sustainability?
Offices are notorious for wasting energy. But not The Edge, which has been touted as the most sustainable and connected working space in the world. Designed to reduce operating costs and increase employee productivity, could it provide a template for buildings of the future?
From Coasties to K-Poppers, the US is home to a range of teen subcultures. In the third of a series exploring Gen Z and Gen Y tribes, Andrea Graham Richeson delves into the overscheduled world of Alpha Achievers. Do these ambitious teens embody the model student and future star employee?
Juggling studying and debt is an increasing challenge for college students in the US, but Luvo is offering a way to alleviate their burden. Its website makes selling notes to classmates easy and profitable, but why have these jottings suddenly turned into veritable gold dust?