Following and sharing today's interests.
The internet has chosen its topic of the day, and apparently it’s India. I’m always wary of hot takes, but I do enjoy the first draft of public opinion. What I saw people linking to India expels thousands of migrants in dead of night (Financial Times) BGB foils alleged BSF push-in attempt at Moulvibazar border Read More “A curious thing about “India” that I can’t stop thinking about”
I wasn’t looking for a new obsession today, but Fa Cup Draw volunteered. I can’t help noticing how different generations search for different reasons. What I saw people linking to FA Competition entries and exemptions 2026-27 (TheFA.com) FA Cup Qualifying – 18 Lincolnshire Clubs Accepted Into 2026/27 Competition (The Stacey West) FA Cup, FA Trophy Read More “I went looking up “Fa Cup Draw” so you don’t have to”
This wasn’t on my radar at all – until Blimp started showing up everywhere. It’s a reminder that the internet isn’t one conversation – it’s thousands happening at once. What I saw people linking to Goodyear Blimp sails above NYC like fleet of ships filling water below ahead of 4th of July party (New York Read More “A brief, slightly biased explainer of “Blimp””
A quick glance at what’s trending turned into a deep breath and a click on 2026. When a phrase jumps like this, it’s usually because something happened – or someone said something – or both. What I saw people linking to The albums and songs of 2026 that we love the most (so far) (NPR) Read More “Today’s little rabbit hole: “2026””
You know when a word keeps following you around online? Today that word was Climate Change. 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 This heat wave would be ‘virtually impossible’ if not for fossil fuel pollution, study says Read More “I clicked “Climate Change” and ended up thinking about the bigger picture”
I saw Electric Vehicles and immediately opened a new tab. Then another. Then another. I can’t help noticing how different generations search for different reasons. What I saw people linking to EVs could save Europe €12 billion and 190 million barrels of oil annually by 2030 (Environment Journal) EV growth can avoid millions of barrels Read More ““Electric Vehicles” in my feed: a few thoughts”
I thought I’d skip posting today, but Kalinskaya had other plans. Part of me loves the speed of it – a million people asking the same question within the same hour. What I saw people linking to Wimbledon (Reuters Connect) Belinda Bencic vs Anna Kalinskaya Prediction & Picks – WTA Wimbledon Championships (SportyTrader) Britain Wimbledon Read More “I couldn’t ignore “Kalinskaya” today – here’s why it grabbed me”
I saw Mary Berry trending and felt that little jolt of ‘what did I miss?’ I try not to overthink trends, but I do like treating them as tiny snapshots of what we’re all paying attention to at the same time. What I saw people linking to Mary Berry spotted in public after finding 'joy' Read More “A trend check: “Mary Berry” and what it might mean”
I did the classic ‘quick scroll’ and somehow ended up staring at Ashley Perez 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 Phil Mickelson denies misconduct allegations over golf club exits (BBC) Phil Mickelson Read More “What’s behind “Ashley Perez” right now? A personal read”
A quick glance at what’s trending turned into a deep breath and a click on Durham High School. The interesting part is the mix: curiosity, concern, entertainment, and the need to know ‘right now’. What I saw people linking to Private school confirms permanent closure (BBC) Chinese owner accused of asset-stripping closes two private schools Read More ““Durham High School” is having a moment. Here’s mine”