Gen Z chooses issues over parties Young women stand out for their progressive views, but few in the generation are embracing the two-party system Salon · Oct 2
Congress workers take out march in Patna, seek CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation In a heated demonstration, Congress activists called for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing the Election Commission of being swayed by political leaders. Water cannons were used by the police to block the protesters from reaching the polling office. The group stressed the need to protect voting… The Economic Times · Sep 25
Young people in Morocco split over whether politics can deliver change as election draws near In Morocco's election race, a rural funeral has become an unexpected campaign stop for candidates aiming to engage disenchanted young voters The Independent UK · Sep 21
Elon Musk’s DOGE swiped $329 million in humanitarian funding from Nepal, leaving a Gen Z tech revolution to transform the budding country’s economy After the Trump administration gutted USAID, Nepal’s private sector has stepped up to energize its young workforce and strengthen its financial independence. Fortune · Sep 20
Navya Naveli Nanda, Amitabh Bachchan’s granddaughter, says young people want purpose, not just profit: What daughter of Rs 32,500-crore Escorts Kubota chief Nikhil Nanda says about Gen Z Navya Naveli Nanda, granddaughter of Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan, has said young people today are looking beyond financial success and want their work to have a larger purpose. Speaking at the launch ofAparajita, she discussed Gen Z's changing priorities, the uncertainty created by AI, gender equality and her own… The Economic Times · Sep 14
It's The Year Of 'Fresh' For Gen Z Horror Directors, And There's Another 94% Film Out This Weekend Bring on the existential dread! Cinemablend · Aug 18
What India’s ‘cockroach’ protests reveal about youth, solidarity and hope In response to a derogatory remark made in May 2026 by India’s chief justice, who called unemployed youth in India “parasites” and “cockroaches,” the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) was born. Rather than reject the label, Gen Z claimed it defiantly and turned it into a symbolic reassertion of identity. The Conversation · Aug 17
No, Gen Z isn’t to blame for Instagram’s controversial new logo Stop pointing the finger at my generation. Creative Bloq · Aug 15
‘Cockroaches’ and crackdowns: Can Pakistan’s Gen Z storm the barricades? Just look at what is happening in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. People have taken to the streets over bread-and-butter issues and local election grievances. At least 40 protesters have died this week alone. To add insult to injury, Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif has described these protesters as “enemies” like India and… The Times of India · Aug 1
Hollywood star Olivia Wilde welcomes age-gap movies Olivia Wilde has reflected on the recent trend of age-gap movie romances. BANG Premier · Jul 30
India’s Gen Z protesters are in triumphant mood. Could this be their next cause? A new social media campaign seeks accountability for a much-maligned government fuel policy The Independent UK · Jul 28
Why India's Gen Z protest movement differs from Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka India's Gen Z-led CJP movement differs from youth uprisings in Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, where anti-establishment protests reshaped politics but delivered limited governance reforms and anti-corruption gains. The Economic Times · Jul 27
Sonam Wangchuk hails Gen Z, says 'nation isn't built by resignation alone'; calls for sweeping education & governance reforms Sonam Wangchuk hailed the protest's end as a democratic victory for Gen Z. The Cockroach Janata Party withdrew its agitation after the government accepted key demands. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan submitted his resignation to the Prime Minister earlier today. The party will continue discussions on broader education and examination reforms.… The Economic Times · Jul 25
Israel kills one child per day on average in Gaza since the October ceasefire PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, July 9: In Gaza, despite the ceasefire, civilians continue to die – many of them children. Next, newspapers examine whether Ukraine can realistically manufacture Patriot missiles. Also, new research sheds light on the impact of war on wildlife. And finally, Gen Z is changing the narrative… France 24 · Jul 9
The Guardian - US · Jul 8 Why gen Z are ‘romanticizing’ their hangovers: ‘It’s lowkey a beautiful thing’ For young people, flaunting eye bags and bed rotting has become a cheeky rebuttal of body optimization culture
Fortune · Jun 27 Stop blaming Gen Z for resisting RTO: 71% say they want a hybrid balance—and now they're quietly leading the office comeback Gen Z workers actually want to be in the office—just not five days a week. They're showing up voluntarily more than any generation.
Radio France Internationale · Jun 25 Kenya mounts huge security operation on Gen Z protest anniversary Kenyan police put on a massive show of force Thursday in a bid to prevent protests marking two years since a landmark Gen Z uprising.
MyLifeXP · Jun 5 You’re Not Cockroaches”: Shashi Tharoor’s Powerful Message to Gen Z A political movement named after a cockroach sounds like satire. And at first, it was. But within days, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) exploded across social media, attracting thousands of young supporters frustrated with examination controversies, recruitment delays, and what many see as a broken system. Just when the movement…
Marie Claire · Jun 2 Bye, Basic White Tank Tops—I'd Betray Summer's Classic Any Day for Olivia Rodrigo's Floral Alternative She's Gen Z's favorite fashion girl for a reason.
The Economic Times · Jun 2 'No arguments, no threats': Gen Z tenant denied security deposit refund teaches the housowner a lesson he won't forget through his actions A Gen Z tenant's alleged response to a deposit dispute has caught attention online. According to a widely shared account, the tenant printed flyers advertising vacant rooms at the property, listed the caretaker's phone number for enquiries, and placed the notices across multiple public locations.
Creative Bloq · May 26 Why are senior creatives so desperate to impress their Gen Z interns? At All Flows conference, one throwaway line stopped the room.
Fortune · May 24 Uber CEO says rideshare ‘freed up’ his son from having to get a driver’s license—and he’s one of many Gen Zers who aren’t willing to drive “This drives me crazy. My son is over 18,” Dara Khosrowshahi said on a podcast. “I’m still trying to get my son to get his driver’s license.”
Fortune · May 20 3 reasons kids hate AI—especially the ones who refuse to even try it Every other tech revolution was embraced by the youth, inciting a moral panic among the adults. As with so many other things, Gen Z is turning the tables.
Fortune · May 12 Teenage soccer sensation Lamine Yamal hobnobs with Olivia Rodrigo, wins championship, waves Palestinian flag All in all, it was a very Gen Z way to celebrate the La Liga title.
Fashion Times · May 12 Y2K Trends Return: How Social Media Reignited Gen Z Fashion in the Digital Age Learn how digital platforms revived early 2000s aesthetics, fueling Y2K trends, Gen Z fashion across influencers, creators, and online communities.