The recently released nominations list for the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards (also known as the VMAs) has sparked significant controversy, particularly within K-Pop spaces. | VOGUE The list of nominees for the “Best K-Pop” category includes: “Seven (feat. Latto)” by BTS‘s Jungkook “Rockstar” by BLACKPINK‘s LISA “Smoothie” by NCT Dream “Super Shy” by NewJeans […]
Caitlin Clark speaks on 'weaponization' of her name in cultural debates: 'I'm just here to play basketball'
Caitlin Clark just wants to play basketball. The Indiana Fever rookie and former Iowa phenom is firmly entrenched at the center of the sports world. Her popularity is such that her name is transcending the game and is being cited in heated cultural conversations about gender and race relations. By and large, Clark hasn’t chimed […]
The “Difference” In Netizens’ Reactions To Somi And LE SSERAFIM Yunjin’s “Starbucks” Controversies Sparks Debates
Since November 2023, Starbucks has been under fire following allegations of promoting anti-Palestine ideals and reportedly terminating employees who expressed support for Palestine on social media. This led to a widespread boycott aimed at stopping the company’s alleged contributions to the ongoing genocide that was not initially included in official boycott targets. The criticism of […]
Miss Japan Winner Faces Heavy Backlash Over Her Ethnicity, Sparking Debates
Each year, dozens of beauty pageants occur in Japan, including the Miss Japan Grandprix (also known as Miss Nippon). According to the parent organizer’s website, the competition is meant to select a winner who represents the “foremost beauty of all Japanese women.” | Miss Nippon However, the 2024 Miss Japan Grandprix winner has sparked international and […]