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  • CEO says Gen Z ‘are not going to be as well off’ as boomers, Gen Xers: 'Nobody cares...'

    USAA CEO Juan C Andrade said young people are dealing with problems that earlier generations “didn’t have to contend with”, including low starting salaries and more competition for entry‑level jobs.

  • Gen Z, millennials ditch luxury shopping for travel experiences in 2026: 88% plan to maintain or increase budgets

    Gen Z and millennials are cutting luxury shopping in 2026, prioritising travel experiences instead. 88% plan to maintain or increase travel budgets, says Klook.

  • What is ‘bedtime stacking’? The cosy night routine trend going viral among Gen Z

    A new TikTok trend called “bedtime stacking” is redefining how Gen Z unwinds, turning beds into hubs for self-care, productivity and relaxation.

  • Ex-Google AI leader says law, medicine degrees are waste of time: AI will catchup by graduation

    Jad Tarifi, who earned his own PhD in AI in 2012, told the publication that young people risk 'throwing away' years of their lives pursuing degrees that cannot keep up with how quickly AI is advancing.

  • Billionaires worried their Gen Z kids won’t be able to keep a job: US wealth managers

    One wealth advisor said that although billionaires 'have the financial resources to support their children, but they sometimes struggle to determine what else is needed for their children to succeed.'

  • Nestlé CEO says he powers through the day with 8 black coffees, 'sometimes with a KitKat'

    Coffee has become so routine in Philipp Navratil's workday that he said an espresso is 'a snack for me,' adding that he is in no hurry to cutback his caffeine intake.

  • Gen Z became first generation to be less intelligent than millennials as IQ dropped, expert

    Gen Z has become the first generation to record lower intelligence levels than both their parents and millennials, with experts pointing to a noticeable drop in IQ scores as a worrying global trend.

  • Gen Z is travelling more, spending smarter and letting AI do the planning — here’s what’s changing

    Gen Z is transforming travel in 2026 — flying more, spending smarter, using AI for planning, prioritising wellness, and making eco-friendly choices. Discover how young Indian travellers are redefining experiences, budgets, and sustainability, according to the latest Skyscanner report.

  • Retirement-style retreats for millennials and Gen Z take off in Malaysia as young adults opt out of hustle culture

    A new low-pressure living model offering meals, quiet routines and community is drawing young people seeking rest, not early retirement.

  • Farah Khan revisits Tees Maar Khan backlash, says it’s now a Gen Z favourite

    Farah Khan says her 2010 film Tees Maar Khan, once critically panned and commercially disappointing, has gained a fresh following among Gen Z audiences who celebrate it online through memes and clips.

  • 'It is over': Pakistani op-ed on Gen Z discontent taken down, triggers backlash as screenshots circulate online

    The piece was a scathing indictment of Pakistan’s civil-military order, even without naming it. It reflected a country facing collapsing credibility, shrinking opportunity, and an economy that no longer offers hope to its youth.

  • Gen Z says the UAE is the safest country in the world to visit in 2026 — here’s what makes it stand out

    Gen Z has ranked the UAE as the safest country in the world to visit in 2026, according to a new Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection report. Here’s why it stands out.

  • 10 trending cities every Gen Z traveler is visiting right now

    Discover the 10 trending cities every Gen Z traveler is visiting in 2025. Explore top destinations like Buenos Aires, Busan, Ko Samui, and Stockholm for culture, nightlife, street food, and quick international getaways.

  • PM Modi lauds start-ups in space sector: 'Gen Z engineers, designers, coders, scientists, creating new technologies'

    PM Modi said that India will emerge as a global leader in the satellite launch ecosystem and praised the youth's risk-taking ability and innovative thinking.

  • Noida founder after employee takes sick leave due to pollution: Even we are falling ill but...

    Interacting with social media users in the comments, the Noida-based founder of a fashion brand, Swapnil Srivastav, said that although employees have the option to take sick leaves, entrepreneurs cannot afford to do so.

  • Expert says millennials, Gen Z using ChatGPT for legal advice is 'a bad idea': 'These bots...'

    According to experts, ChatGPT's legal analyses are often inaccurate and fail to reflect the complexity of individual cases. 'And in many cases, it’s incorrectly applying the law,' they said.

  • They call Gen Z entitled. Maybe they’re just tired

    Every generation thinks the next one has it easier. Yet India’s Gen Z is entering the toughest job market in decades — digital, fragmented, and unforgiving. And Gen Alpha may inherit an even more anxious world of AI, automation and endless comparison.

  • Nearly 4 in 10 Gen-Z adults across the world never touched alcohol, finds report

    The study also spotlighted a new lifestyle practice emerging among young social drinkers, termed ‘Zebra Stripping’, where people alternate between alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at social events.

  • 10 Cities Gen Z Are Flocking to in 2025 – Number 1 Will Surprise You!

    Explore the 10 best cities for Gen Z to live in 2025, according to Time Out. From Bangkok to Shanghai, discover the world’s most vibrant, affordable, and exciting cities for young urbanites.

  • Why Gen Z is rewriting the rules of building wealth

    Gen Z professionals are treating money with ingenuity as well as prudence, unlike prior generations.

  • Gen Z and Millennials’ $250 billion spending power redefining India’s retail leasing landscape

    According to a Deloitte-FICCI report, Gen Z is set to account for 43 percent of India’s total consumption in 2025, wielding a direct spending power of $250 billion.

  • Katrina Kaif’s Tees Maar Khan dialogue revived by Gen Z in Nepal Protest, Iconic line goes viral

    Gen Z in Nepal protests revive Katrina Kaif’s Tees Maar Khan dialogue. The viral moment sparks nostalgia as violence grips the nation.

  • From family trips to solo escapes: Here's how millennials and Gen Z are reshaping India's travel landscape in 2025

    Discover how Millennials & Gen Z are reshaping India’s travel in 2025—family trips, solo escapes, mindful spending & cultural experiences. Explore insights now!

  • Nepal Gen Z Protests: MEA issues advisory for Indians to defer travel, nationals in Nepal urged to remain cautious

    India has advised its nationals in Nepal to remain cautious as Gen Z-led protests erupt over a social media ban. MEA urges Indians to follow local guidelines amid curfews in Kathmandu and other cities.

  • Flipkart buys majority stake in Pinkvilla to boost engagement, deepen content play and target Gen Z

    With Gen Z audiences consuming a majority of their content around such themes, Flipkart is betting that the platform will provide not only reach but also sharper insights into consumer preferences.

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