Gen Z

‘Ok’ is back: Korean jade is Gen Z’s latest jewellery obsession

Jade, long seen as a gemstone for older generations, is enjoying an unlikely revival among Gen Z.

As South Korean Buddhism woos Gen Z, how hip is too hip?

Buddhist monks offering prayers at Jogyesa Temple in Seoul on July 2.

Gen Zs less hardy than their parents, regional survey finds

A regional survey has confirmed the popular belief that those aged under 30 are less resilient than their parents or grandparents.

Commentary

From ‘OOO’ to touching grass: Age is no barrier to finding connections in the office

Gen Z workers place a lot of value on authenticity and self-expression. They have helped to make workplace communications more informal, says the writer.

Forum: As traditional milestones shift, so must definitions of success

When Singapore’s Gen Z volunteers say ‘anything but ageing’, we have a problem

There is a creeping sense of compassion fatigue among our youth amid the stereotyping of seniors, says the writer.

Nepal’s new Gen Z-inspired government places bets on China, India

Nepal's Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal said Nepal would “value its relationship with each country in its own way”.

Teh tarik still king among Malaysia’s younger generation

Younger consumers are increasingly gravitating towards premium teas, home brewing and trendy “new tea drink" beverages, said Malaysia Tea Association's deputy president.

Why Backrooms scares Gen Z

Backrooms is a Gen Z sensation, grossing $104 million domestically in its opening weekend.

I mog, he mogs, you mog, we all mog: Where does the term come from and what does it mean?

Braden Peters (left) is an American online streamer and "looksmaxxing" influencer, while Gold medal Olympic figure skater Alysa Liu once said her main goal at a competition was simply “to mog”.

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