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PRWeek’s conference description states that the session will focus on the communications strategies employed in response to the viral event, including immediate crisis handling and longer-term reputation management. The organisers describe the discussion as a case study in navigating public exposure, online scrutiny and reputational damage in the digital age.
Kolkata office workers left their building after earthquake tremors from Myanmar were felt in the city. A video shows them chatting and smoking outside, turning the evacuation into a short break. The clip went viral, with netizens divided between finding it funny and worrying about their casual attitude.
Currently residing in a rented home and paying Rs 80,000 per month, the couple said their decision to buy is driven by a desire for stability, time efficiency and mental well-being rather than aspirational living. They ruled out under-construction projects entirely, citing negative experiences within their family involving delayed or stalled developments.
After working 14-hour days for six months, a Bengaluru CA shares her struggle with burnout. From racing heartbeats to exhaustion, she explains how relentless work affected her health and productivity.
Although the Yemeni journalist did not specify when the layoff took place, his post triggered a wave of reactions on X, with journalists and media workers drawing parallels with broader job cuts across the industry, including that at 'The Washington Post'.
The footage shows a woman entering the lift with a small trolley bag. She is followed by a man attempting to enter while carrying a large sack filled with balloons. Moments after the elevator doors shut, the balloons ignited, causing flames to erupt inside the enclosed cabin.
Reacting to the viral video, one X user responded with a screenshot of their cancelled subscription to 'The Washington Post', while others offered words of consolation and wished the journalist luck for future endeavours.
A Noida man tried running a small food shop near a gym selling eggs, juice and protein shakes. Despite low rent and effort, the business made no profit. Sharing his experience online, he warns salaried workers about hidden costs, changing prices, and limited customers when starting a small business.
The woman said the first aspect that struck her was the sense of community she observed in India. Referring to conversations with friends, she noted that India felt far less individualistic than France and that this difference shaped everyday interactions.
The Instagram video shows a first birthday ceremony where gifts were announced publicly. The unusually expensive list, including cash, gold and property, triggered mixed reactions online, with users joking about wealth while others questioned social values.
'Please don’t tell me he needed to fire one‑third of the Washington Post staff,' US senator Bernie Sanders said referring to the media house's owner, Jeff Bezos, whose net worth is more than $244 billion. He bought the media house in 2013, a move initially welcomed by many journalists who hoped his deep pockets would provide long‑term stability.
After the article was published, several Pinterest employees contacted CNBC and challenged the company’s account of events. They said the engineers had not created new software but had instead shared instructions on how to use the company’s existing staff directory to identify laid-off employees.
Hundreds of The Washington Post staff have been laid off, sparking widespread outrage online. Journalists and politicians question Jeff Bezos’ role in the cuts, highlighting his nearly $250 billion fortune.
Elon Musk reflected on the old saying that money can’t buy happiness, just days after crossing a net worth of $800 billion. His post on X sparked a mix of serious thoughts and humour online, with users sharing reactions ranging from life advice to jokes about wealth and joy.
Saudi Arabia is among the countries with the largest camel populations globally. According to unofficial estimates cited by the ministry, the kingdom has around 80,000 camel owners.
Ishaan Tharoor had joined 'The Washington Post' in 2014, after an eight‑year stint at 'Time' magazine. His column, WorldView, aimed at helping readers better understand international developments and attracted around half a million loyal subscribers.
The adapted version of Quidditch, officially called quadball, has gained a following around the world and it came to Katwadde village in Uganda in 2013 thanks to primary school teacher who discovered the sport after reading a Harry Potter book over the shoulder of someone on a bus.
A man in Adelaide says he was the only White Australian at Klemzig Recreation Reserve, claiming the park was 'taken over' by Indian visitors. He called the experience shocking and said he felt out of place, adding that the sight left him concerned about the future of his community.
A nine-year-old boy in the US suffered serious burns after trying a viral social media trend with a gel-filled toy. Authorities warn parents to watch online content closely, as similar incidents have been reported nationwide. Experts urge caution to prevent children from copying risky online challenges.
For Aditya Agarwal, the moment is not just economic or technological, but deeply personal. 'If anything,' he said, 'this whole period is showing me what it is like to be human again.'
Three sisters in Ghaziabad died by suicide, reportedly linked to a Korean online game. In the past, other games and social media challenges, such as Blue Whale, PUBG, and viral inhalant trends, have also led to serious injuries or deaths among children and teenagers, raising concerns about online safety.
A woman resigned after her manager questioned her menstrual leave and told her to ‘increase pain tolerance.’ The incident, shared on Reddit, sparked online outrage, with users criticising the lack of understanding around women’s health.
The couple runs The Bouzi Club as a small, home-based venture, hosting around 10 to 12 guests each month. Guests are served a seven-course Indian-fusion menu, with tickets priced at GBP 50 per person, approximately Rs 5,000. According to Ankita Khante, the concept was shaped by the social dynamics of London.
Malaysian authorities are probing a viral video showing a Grab driver reaching toward a female passenger and asking inappropriate questions in Johor Bahru.
Bengaluru-based startup founder shared his experience after a US visa refusal in Delhi. His comments have sparked online debate on how immigration officers judge entrepreneurs, early-stage companies, and founders who reinvest earnings instead of drawing high salaries in growing tech ecosystems.
