How 'Lore' Took Over the Internet's Love for Oversharing

Think only Super Bowl ads deserve top-tier creativity? Think again. In Ad Age, Gavin Lester explains why every ad should aim for that level of storytelling, emotional pull, and innovation. The key takeaway: If you want attention, make every campaign a showstopper.

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These days, everything has “lore”—from messy breakups to office gossip. Originally a term for myths and legends, “lore” has become a go-to way for people to frame their personal experiences like epic sagas. Fast Company reports on how this trend is reshaping online storytelling, making everyday moments feel bigger, funnier, and more dramatic.

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Ever had your favorite snack, shampoo, or gadget suddenly vanish from shelves? Companies cut products for all sorts of reasons, but that doesn’t stop die-hard fans from hoarding, petitioning, or even recreating them from scratch. The New York Times’ Steven Kurutz dives into the heartbreak—and hustle—of discontinued goods.