I saw “Sheffield Wednesday F.c.” trending and did a double take

I checked the trending list out of habit and got immediately snagged by Sheffield Wednesday F.c.. The interesting part is the mix: curiosity, concern, entertainment, and the need to know ‘right now’. What I saw people linking to Storch consortium completes Sheffield Wednesday takeover (BBC) SHEFFIELD WEDNESDAY REBORN (Sheffield Wednesday FC) Sheffield Wednesday: David Storch … Read more

My small attempt to make sense of “Immanuel Feyi-Waboso”

I did the classic ‘quick scroll’ and somehow ended up staring at Immanuel Feyi-Waboso like it was a riddle. At its best, a trend is a shortcut to context. At its worst, it’s a game of telephone. What I saw people linking to Rob Baxter: Immanuel Feyi-Waboso withdrawal 'perplexing' says Exeter boss. (BBC) Immanuel Feyi-Waboso … Read more

A tiny vibe check on “Merseyside Police”

I noticed Merseyside Police climbing the list and decided to follow the trail. The search bar is where we go when we’re trying to catch up without asking anyone directly. What I saw people linking to Picture of woman accused of throwing bleach in man's face in Liverpool city centre (Liverpool Echo) 5 of most … Read more

A small personal take on “Lucy-Jo Hudson”

I checked the trending list out of habit and got immediately snagged by Lucy-Jo Hudson. Sometimes the trend isn’t the story – the reaction is. What I saw people linking to Corrie's Lucy-Jo Hudson reveals family emergency – after announcing engagement (The Sun) 'I'm still on cloud nine' former Coronation Street star engaged after eight … Read more

I saw “Gary Lydon” trending and did a double take

There’s always one trend that feels oddly personal – today it’s Gary Lydon. I always ask myself whether this is about facts, feelings, or a mix of both. What I saw people linking to Acclaimed Irish actor Gary Lydon dies aged 61 (RTE.ie) Shock at sudden death of Banshees of Inisherin star and IFTA winner … Read more