Why 'Unc' is Gen Alpha's New Slang for Older People
Explore the viral rise of 'unc', the Gen Alpha slang term for older people. From Timothée Chalamet to Sabrina Carpenter, discover its meaning and cultural roots. Is it the new 'OK boomer'?
Explore the viral rise of 'unc', the Gen Alpha slang term for older people. From Timothée Chalamet to Sabrina Carpenter, discover its meaning and cultural roots. Is it the new 'OK boomer'?
From Timothée Chalamet to TikTok, discover why 'unc' is the viral slang term Gen Alpha uses for older people. Is it a sign of respect or gentle teasing?
A grandfather's attempt to share football history with his grandson reveals a disturbing trend: children now dismiss anything unfamiliar as 'AI fake'. We explore the risks for Generation Alpha and ask if critical thinking can be taught without feeding par
Claudia Winkleman and Hailey Bieber lead the 2026 revival of flared trousers, moving the style from boho chic to a polished, assertive look. Discover the key trends and data.
The 70s flare trouser is back for 2026, championed by alpha female celebrities like Claudia Winkleman and Victoria Beckham. Discover why this 'third way' is dominating fashion.
Newly released footage shows the confrontation leading to the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. The video, obtained by Alpha News, captures the tense exchange.
An American living in London is stunned by the UK's countless regional terms for a simple bread roll. Discover the linguistic map that left him bewildered.
An American living in London is stunned by the UK's vast regional dialect variations for a simple bread roll. Discover the 12+ different terms and see if you know them all.
Generation Z is coining 'Jessica' as the new term for entitled women, replacing the decade-old 'Karen'. Discover the viral TikTok trend and the evolution of internet slang.
Generation Z has coined a new slang term, 'Jessica', to describe demanding Millennial women, replacing the infamous 'Karen'. Discover the viral TikTok debate that sparked the change.
Generation Z has coined a new slang term, 'Jessica', to describe entitled Millennial women, replacing the iconic 'Karen'. The viral TikTok debate reveals shifting generational labels.
Lake Superior State University's 50th annual list targets overused slang like '6,7' and 'demure'. Discover which terms made the cut and why language experts say it's time to retire them.
Lake Superior State University's 50th Banished Words List targets overused slang like '6,7' and 'demure'. Discover the full list and why these terms have worn out their welcome.
The viral phrase ‘6-7’ has been crowned the most overused and misused term of 2025 in a US university's annual list. Discover the full rundown of linguistic offenders.
An American living in Manchester shares the four English words with very different, often embarrassing, meanings in Britain. Discover the language barriers she faces daily.
An American living in Manchester lists four everyday words with very different—and often embarrassing—meanings across the pond. Discover the language barriers she faces.
Gen Z's new slang term 'unc' is spreading rapidly online, with searches up 74%. Experts explain its meaning and why it's a softer successor to 'OK Boomer'. Discover if you have 'unc status'.
Ahead of his Misfits Boxing debut, Andrew Tate is labelled 'fake' by Ibrahim El Boustati, who handed him his last kickboxing loss in 2016. Read the explosive claims.
From viral slang to bizarre fashion and food fads, we examine the cultural phenomena that dominated 2025 and why it's time to move on. Discover what overstayed its welcome.
The Australian entertainment world mourns actor Martin Grelis, who has died at 57. His career spanned nearly 30 years, including a role in The Matrix. Read the tributes.
Host Michael McIntyre and celebrity experts were left completely confused by modern slang in a hilarious sneak peek at this weekend's episode of BBC's The Wheel. Find out which word stumped them all.
US basketballer Andrew Robinson reveals his initial offence at the Aussie phrase 'that's alright'. Discover the cultural clash and how he came to embrace the local lingo.
A coronial inquest investigates whether 16-year-old Jeremy Webb died from a rare red meat allergy triggered by tick bites. Learn about mammalian meat allergy symptoms and prevention.
The iconic BBC school drama Grange Hill is making a comeback after 17 years off air, with a modern reboot targeting Generation Alpha viewers and tackling contemporary issues.
The iconic BBC school drama Grange Hill is set for a comeback, promising to tackle modern issues like online trolling and trans rights for a new generation. Discover the revival details.
Struggling to buy for a teenager? We asked UK teens for their top 36 gift ideas, from Lululemon to slushie machines. Discover what they actually want.
A dad hilariously schools his daughter on the 'real 6-7' with a 2008 Soulja Boy throwback, offering a nostalgic moment for millennials bewildered by the new viral trend. Watch the clip now!
A 19-year-old UC Berkeley student drowned during an overcrowded fraternity party with 300 attendees. Police cite heavy alcohol consumption but no foul play. Read the full investigation.
Brian Waitzel, 47, died from alpha-gal syndrome triggered by a tick bite. His family shares their story to raise awareness about this rare condition. Learn the signs.
Discover the 15 finalists for Macquarie Dictionary's 2025 Word of the Year, from 'AI slop' to 'Australian sushi'. Vote now for the People's Choice award!