Pop Culture

Cambridge Dictionary Adds “Tradwife,” “Delulu,” and “Skibidi”: A Generation’s Linguistic Quandary

The Cambridge Dictionary has added 6,000 new words this year, many of which are influenced by social media and pop culture. Terms like “delulu,” “tradwife,” “broligarchy,” and “lewk” have been included due to their growing presence in both online and traditional media. These new additions are often linked to celebrities and trends, such as the “tradwife” movement or the viral phrase “skibidi.” The dictionary’s lexical program manager, Colin McIntosh, believes these words have staying power, reflecting the impact of internet culture on the English language.

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South Park’s Kristi Noem Portrayal: Accurate and Hilarious

The latest South Park episode skewers Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, using her controversial admission of killing her dog as a recurring joke, while also satirizing Vice President JD Vance. The episode portrays Noem shooting puppies and leading an ICE raid targeting brown-skinned individuals, followed by Mr. Mackay’s rise to success as an ICE agent, which leads to an invitation to meet Trump at Mar-a-Lago. The episode also touches on right-wing podcasts and features a showdown that includes Krypto the Superdog. This episode follows up the show’s blockbuster 27th season return last month, which delivered nearly six million cross-platform viewers and the largest audience share for the animated comedy in 25 years.

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JD Vance Declares ‘Emily in Paris’ a ‘Masterpiece,’ Sparking Debate on Hypocrisy and Toxic Masculinity

During an appearance on “The Joe Rogan Experience”, vice presidential hopeful JD Vance admired Lily Collins’ Netflix show “Emily in Paris”, calling it a “masterpiece”. He praised the show despite earlier stating he and his wife were watching “some stupid show” after the Republican National Convention. However, Collins, who voted for the Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and her running mate Tim Walz, revealed she wasn’t a fan of Vance’s work. The actress praised Harris and Walz for supporting women’s rights, LGBTQ+ rights, climate policy and environmental protection, access to education and healthcare, and more. She further warned against the ‘dangers of the alternative’.

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Oscar Mayer Wienermobile crashes, flips on its side on busy Chicago-area highway

As I scrolled through my social media feed, a headline caught my attention – the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile had crashed and flipped on its side on a busy highway in the Chicago area. I couldn’t help but let out a gasp of disbelief. How could such an iconic vehicle meet such a fate? The image of the oversized hot dog on wheels lying helpless on its side was both comical and concerning at the same time.

As the comments flooded in, a mix of jokes and genuine concern swirled around the unfortunate incident. Some were quick to make puns about hot dogs and condiments, while others expressed worry for the safety of those involved in the crash.… Continue reading

MAGA World Is About to Meet Taylor Swift’s Fandom. It Won’t Go Well.

MAGA World Is About to Meet Taylor Swift’s Fandom. It Won’t Go Well.

In this absurdly unpredictable timeline we find ourselves in, it seems that the clash between MAGA World and Taylor Swift’s fandom is inevitable. And let me tell you, it won’t go well for the far-right supporters. As a keen observer of this unfolding drama, I can’t help but be amused by the impending chaos that will surely ensue.

It’s fascinating to me how MAGA believers view themselves as the epitome of success and popularity. They see their rise, symbolized by the Kansas City Chiefs’ near-dynasty, as parallel to Taylor Swift’s meteoric journey to superstardom.… Continue reading

Trump Allies Pledge ‘Holy War’ Against Taylor Swift

Trump Allies Pledge ‘Holy War’ Against Taylor Swift

It never ceases to amaze me how some individuals can become so consumed by their misguided beliefs and irrational fears that they resort to waging a “holy war” against a pop singer. Yes, you read that right. Trump allies have apparently pledged a holy war against none other than Taylor Swift. As I sit here, trying to process the sheer absurdity of this situation, I find myself questioning the sanity and priorities of these individuals.

Let’s break it down. These allies of Trump are advocating for a war against a singer who is suspected of supporting their political rival.… Continue reading