Memes are part of the fabric of internet culture. But at a time when there’s such a disparity between reality and social media perfection, the subversion of the classic meme format reflects a shift in how people express themselves digitally. How do nihilist memes show the silver lining of sadness?

If Faisal Islam, Ralph Keyes and the New York Times are to be believed, the Trump candidacy and the vote for Brexit show we've entered a post-truth era – a world where emotion and populism win out over facts and experts. But is it true? And do emotional appeals really trump facts and figures?

There’s an open secret among Monopoly players – everyone cheats. In response to constantly stolen bills and hotels appearing on Boardwalk, Hasbro created Monopoly Cheaters’ Edition, which legitimizes and rewards those who employ unfair tactics. But what does this say about society in 2018?

Museum attendance is shrinking – in 2015, just 18.7% of American adults visited a gallery or museum. But Comedy Central’s museum of Trump’s tweets is a huge hit. By blending satire with an experience that feels culturally relevant in today, it won Americans over and earned praise at Cannes.