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Emily Rivera

Curious Minds

15 Space Facts That Will Blow Every Gen Z Brain

Think you know space? Think again. From diamond planets to floating tears and aging in slow-mo, these 15 space facts are guaranteed to blow your mind.
Business

Gen Z's Favorite Celeb Entrepreneurs Killing the Game

Discover how Rihanna, Selena Gomez, Kim Kardashian, and other celebrities turned their fame into thriving businesses. These celeb entrepreneurs are dominating industries from beauty to tech.
Lifestyle

23 Fun Things to Do on a Rainy Day With Your Besties

Stuck inside with your friends on a rainy day? Here’s a list of 23 insanely fun, low-key, and creative things to do that’ll turn your rainy day into an unforgettable memory.
Culture

Why Gen Z Is Falling in Love with No-Phone Concerts

At a Ghost no-phone concert, I discovered the power of pure presence with no screens, no distractions, just raw emotion and connection. Here’s why phone-free shows are the future of live music for Gen Z.
Lifestyle

11 Smartest Pets Gen Z Should Consider

Discover the smartest pets Gen Z is loving right now. From Border Collies to parrots, pigs, and even octopuses, find out which animals bring brains and charm into your home.
Lifestyle

11 Underrated Signs Someone Truly Cares About You

Discover 11 low-key yet powerful ways people express love in relationships. From small check-ins to silent support, see how Gen Z is redefining what it means to show you care.
Food

Why Magnum Is the Coolest It-Girl Accessory of 2025

Magnum Ice Cream has transformed into a Gen Z lifestyle icon by teaming up with fashion influencers and cultural events. Here's how a dessert brand became the hottest accessory of the year.
Culture

Is 35 the New 80? Gen Z's Take on Aging Has Millennials Spiraling

A recent poll reveals that Gen Z thinks 35 is officially “old”—and Millennials aren’t taking it well. Dive into the generational clash, what “aging” really means to Gen Z, and take our quiz to see if you’re already considered ancient.
Entertainment

The Best Squid Game Memes from Gen Z Minds

From Red Light, Green Light to Dalgona disasters, check out 20 Squid Game jokes that’ll make you laugh harder than Gi-hun’s bank account after episode 9. Only at Woke Waves Magazine.
Culture

Bathroom Camping Diaries: Gen Z's Secret Mental Hideout

Explore why Gen Z is turning bathrooms into safe mental hideouts with the viral “bathroom camping” trend. Learn how solo retreats in restrooms provide stress relief, privacy, and a reboot in overstimulating moments.
Entertainment

Mid-2000s Banger Turned TikTok Trend: The Return of Charli XCX's "Party 4 U"

Charli XCX’s once-obscure track “Party 4 U” from 2006 is now the TikTok anthem of summer 2025. Discover why this nostalgic bop has Gen Z in their feels—and their feeds.
Lifestyle

Micro Fruit Nails Are the Cutest Summer Trend You Need Right Now

Micro fruit nails are the ultimate summer 2025 trend—think strawberries, kiwis, and cherries painted in adorable detail. Gen Z's obsession with micro-artistry meets snackcore aesthetic in this TikTok-fueled nail art takeover.
Tech

Meet Jake the Rizzbot: Gen Z's New Favorite Cowboy AI

Jake the Rizzbot is the cowboy-hatted humanoid robot dropping Gen Z slang and pickup lines on Austin streets—and the internet is obsessed with his bizarre, meme-worthy charm.
Lifestyle

20 Vaseline Beauty Tricks You'll Wish You Knew Sooner

From longer lashes to softer feet, Vaseline is the budget beauty hack Gen Z swears by. Discover 20 creative, effective ways to use this classic skincare staple in your daily routine.
Culture

Why Gen Z Is Obsessed with the Girls Stoop in Greenpoint

Gen Z is turning HBO’s Girls stoop in Greenpoint into a cultural hotspot. From nostalgia-driven selfies to identity vibes, here’s why the millennial-era show is striking a deep chord in 2025.
Entertainment

Glee's Most Cringe Moments That Still Haunt Us

From hot tub pregnancies to puppet hallucinations, Glee was as chaotic as it was iconic. We’re revisiting the most cringe-worthy moments that made fans question everything.