Popular Culture: Conversations that matter

A popular culture hub for the issues, events, and cultural moments shaping our world right now. In this category, we delve into the deeper aspects of popular culture, examining the impact of fast fashion, the effects of over-tourism, the significance behind global awareness days, the release of influential books, and evolving narratives within Black culture and beyond.

From headlines to hashtags, Popular Culture dives into the conversations that spark change and reflection. Here, you’ll find thoughtful commentary, critical reviews, and stories that connect the personal to the political — because culture isn’t just what we consume. It’s what we live, question, and carry forward.

Love Island contestants to receive inclusion training

Love Island producer, Lifted Entertainment has expanded its duty of care protocols for season eight. Contestants on the show will receive inclusion training and hear from former Islanders before their …

Coffee & Co-Working: Initiative launched to create safe spaces for female entrepreneurs

The Women’s Business Club, the national organisation for female business owners, launches a Coffee & Co-Working initiative to bring more women entreprenuers together as the pandemic threat …

Top 10 travel tips from veteran travellers

Travel is resuming at a fast pace after the Covid-19 restrictions worldwide. The stress from the pandemic made us all yearn to travel now more than ever. You always want to be as informed as possible …

The Black Equity Organisation: A new civil rights group launches in the UK

An organisation dedicated to advancing justice and equity for Black people has been launched in the UK. Some of Britain’s most influential Black figures from business, law, the arts, and …

Lizzo documentary coming to HBO Max

Popstar Lizzo will be the subject of a new documentary coming to HBO Max later this year. Lizzo announced the project at Warner Bros. Discovery Upfront in New York. Directed by Doug Pray (exec …

YouTube unveils content from the Black Voices Fund

Five new original projects are coming to YouTube as part of its Black Voices Fund. Amongst the new projects are Recipe for Change: Amplifying Black Women. Mary J. Blige, Saweetie, Tabitha Brown, …

Hawaii overtourism: What is it and what can you do?

The Hawaiian Islands are among the most popular vacation destinations in the world. They offer travellers many beautiful sites and a wide variety of activities to enjoy. Couple that with the fact that …

Rihanna shares self-care secrets

Rihanna shared her self-care routine on social media at the weekend, which included items from her Fenty Skin line. She captioned her post “, And that’s on self care bih.” Her hair is wrapped …

Top 5 city breaks in Europe that will make your weekend unforgettable

You deserve to get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life once in a while, and a weekend break in Europe is just the ticket! Whether you’re looking to relax on the beach, enjoy picturesque …

Kim Kardashian sends a negative message about body image

Kim Kardashian turned heads at the Met Gala this year wearing the iconic dress Marilyn Monroe wore when she sang Happy Birthday, Mr President. This was to celebrate John F Kennedy’s 45th …

Will Smith blamed for the attack on Dave Chappelle

People have taken to social media to blame Will Smith for the attack on comedian Dave Chappelle. Dave Chappelle was performing at the Netflix is a Joke: The Festival when an armed man attacked him …

Black women empowerment: How to lift each other up

Black women’s empowerment is not a new movement. However, in recent years, it has gained even more traction. This is likely partly due to the powerful voices of black women who are using their …