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medium.com • Psychology • World
This article explores parasocial relationships, examining their formation with internet personalities and fictional characters, and tracing their historical context.
nytimes.com • Relationships • World
Popular influencers Anjali Chakra and Sufi Malik ended their engagement after one admitted infidelity on social media.
thesun.co.uk • Crime • Dubai
The glamorous facade of Dubai hides a dark underbelly where female influencers are lured into dangerous situations involving sex trafficking and brutal parties.
piaui.folha.uol.com.br • Finance • Brazil
A Brazilian real estate agent's life took an unexpected turn when she fell prey to an online gambling scheme promoted by influencers on Instagram.
voguebusiness.com • Fashion • World
New York Fashion Week is seeing a shift from simply having influencers in attendance to brands actively incorporating creators into their content strategy for increased engagement.
nytimes.com • Food • London
Tuna Fight Club, an exclusive London dining experience featuring a whole bluefin tuna, gained popularity after food influencers publicized the event on social media.
thetimes.com • Media • World
TommyInnit, a popular British YouTuber, discusses his disillusionment with the toxic masculinity promoted by influencers like Andrew Tate and advocates for a more responsible online environment.
parool.nl • Health • Netherlands
Adriaan Ter Braack, known as Sjamadriaan, combats misleading health claims spread by influencers on social media, exposing their tactics and the dangers of misinformation.
theatlantic.com • Politics • World
The article critiques the White House's new media briefings, highlighting the sycophantic questions from MAGA influencers and the administration's apparent attempt to cultivate loyalty through access and flattery.
estadao.com.br • Crime • Brazil
Two Brazilian influencer sisters were killed in a crossfire between rival gangs in Fortaleza, Ceará.
thecut.com • Lifestyle • New York City
This article explores how a new generation of young women influencers in New York City's West Village are shaping the neighborhood's culture and image.
elconfidencial.com • Tourism • North Korea
The article discusses the complex relationship between North Korea's attempts to boost its economy through tourism and the inherent risks and limitations imposed by its authoritarian regime.
www1.folha.uol.com.br • Politics • Brazil
Brazilian influencer VirgÃnia Fonseca testified before Brazil's Senate committee investigating online betting, invoking a habeas corpus to remain silent on self-incriminating questions.
elconfidencial.com • Food • Spain
Spanish food influencers are frequently copying each other's recipes and videos, highlighting the intense competition and financial incentives within the online culinary space.
businessinsider.com • Technology • World
AI-generated influencers are using social media platforms to drive traffic to adult content sites like OnlyFans and Fanvue, raising concerns about ethical implications and the potential misuse of deepfake technology.