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Legally Blonde: Prime Video announces a prequel series to Legally Blonde, featuring Reese Witherspoon as executive producer.
Aces: The Las Vegas Aces celebrated their back-to-back championship victories by receiving their championship rings and raising their WNBA banner before their regular-season opener against the Phoenix Mercury.
Jokic: Nikola Jokic had a standout performance, scoring 40 points and providing 13 assists, guiding the Denver Nuggets to a 112-97 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of their NBA playoff series.
A deeper dive into a subject that is impacting culture on a macro level, beyond just the social space.
Pinterest Is The Golden Retriever Of Social Media
What it is: Pinterest is often referred to as the Golden Retriever of social media for its soothing presence. For many, Pinterest serves as a personal diary, a scrapbook, and a vision board, or simply a place to leisurely browse. For numerous individuals, engaging with Pinterest feels like a form of self-care, offering a space for creative expression and relaxation. According to Pinterest's Q1 2024 earnings report, revenue experienced a 23% year-over-year increase, compared to the previous quarter. Pinterest offers a space where you can scroll without pressure, existing in your own online bubble free from unwanted conversations. The platform is truly made for users to really vibe in their own world.
What brands can learn: Pinterest presents a fantastic opportunity for brands to establish a presence without coming off advertorial. Brands can jump into the Pinterest community by participating in relevant group boards, or other collaborative features the platform offers. According to Statista, 80% of weekly users have discovered a new brand or product on Pinterest, while 70% say they use the platform to find new products and services. With that being said, brands should ensure the brand's presence adds value to the user experience rather than take away from it. Pinterest is a great way to connect with niche audiences, build community and crediblity overtime.
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Four must-click links that crossed our feeds today.
Here's a hot take, so let's talk about it: Is the ongoing expectation for pop stars to constantly reinvent themselves with new 'Eras' for every album release negatively impacting the music industry?
There's a growing presence of therapists on TikTok, where they share content related to mental health. Although ... clients react to seeing their therapists online and the blurred boundaries between therapy and social media.
Skittles is running a sweepstakes to promote Littles, a new brand product. The winner will have the opportunity to reside in a 353-square-foot apartment in Manhattan's first micro-unit residential building. The space is inspired by rainbows and Skittles, creating a colorful and playful atmosphere 🌈
Here's some cuteness overload to start your Wednesday morning 🥰
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