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- NDTV
Thumbs-Up Emoji Is Now Seen As Rude: Gen Z's Shift In Digital Communication
As the world celebrates World Emoji Day on July 17, a recent report has highlighted how a majority of Gen Zs are "cancelling" the evergreen and all-time favourite thumbs-up emoji, believing it to be rude, passive-aggressive or dismissive. The emoji is seen as a friendly gesture or sign of approval by millennials and Boomers, but Gen Z thinks it is unfriendly, Cosmopolitan recently reported. Gen Zs think that the thumbs-up emoji can give the impression that the sender doesn't want to put in effort to craft a proper response and wants to end a conversation without a proper goodbye. Experts have said that the difference in interpretation can lead to misunderstandings in professional settings, particularly when used in messages between colleagues or managers. In 2024, Mail Online reported that Gen Z are urging people to avoid using the thumbs-up and the crying with laughter face emojis. As quoted, Keith Broni, the editor-in-chief of Emojipedia, said, "As with language, we should address who we are speaking to before sending them an emoji. People from younger generations are trying to avoid the thumbs-up emoji as they see it as passive-aggressive and a low-effort response. A Gen Z demographic might also view the 'slight smile' face as highly performative and slightly passive-aggressive,' added the linguist." Gen Zs are giving preference to emojis like the Heart Emoji and the Sparkle Emoji for warmth and appreciation, and to add a touch of personality and friendliness. They also use colored heart emojis to offer a more casual way to express emotions. The debate around the thumbs-up emoji highlights a generational communication gap. Some of the experts even recommend using direct affirmations like "Sounds good!" or "Thanks, I got it!" in order to avoid misunderstandings and ensure clear communication. Good Grief! Offence now caused by a thumbs up Emoji 👍 How old are Gen Z? I can't believe this article can be representative! — Sandra Weeden (@SandraWeeden) July 22, 2024 @hwinkler4real I just read that Gen Z wants folks to stop using the thumbs up emoji saying it's rude…apparently they've never watched @HappyDays — steven conder (@condersteven) July 15, 2025 World Emoji Day On July 17 The day honours the impact of emojis on digital communication. The day was founded by Jeremy Burge, the creator of Emojipedia, in 2014 to recognise the growing influence of emojis on global communication. The day also highlights the evolution of emojis from simple emoticons to complex symbols of digital communication.
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
IND vs ENG: Shikhar Dhawan to return to Lord's for special event on July 23
NEW DELHI: Cricketer is set to return to the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground — not for a match, but for a special event titled Beyond the Boundaries, scheduled for July 23, according to a release from his media team. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The announcement was shared via a video post on Dhawan's official social media handles, where he delivers a heartfelt message: "Aur ab meri baari hai ki main woh pyaar aur support return kar paaun." Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! The video caption reads: "Some celebrations aren't about the spotlight, they're about lighting the way for something greater. Beyond The Boundary at Lord's is exactly that, where purpose meets passion, and real stories spark real change. July 23rd. A night to remember why we began. Let's come together for something bigger. Let's go beyond the boundary." The initiative is being spearheaded by Da One Group, an organisation founded by Dhawan that focuses on grassroots sports, youth development, and socially impactful initiatives. Over the years, Da One Group has grown its reach through a variety of programs and partnerships aimed at empowering communities through sports and education. According to sources, several of Dhawan's former and current teammates, along with notable figures from the global cricketing fraternity, are expected to attend the event. While the official guest list has yet to be released, the event has already sparked significant interest across the sports and social impact sectors. Beyond the Boundaries is designed to highlight stories of purpose, celebrate milestones from Dhawan's off-field journey, and amplify the larger mission of Da One Group — to drive meaningful change through sport. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now On the professional front, Dhawan announced his retirement from all forms of domestic and international cricket in August last year. Post-retirement, he joined the Karnali Yaks after being released by IPL franchise Punjab Kings (PBKS) ahead of the 2025 mega-auction. The southpaw drew the curtain on his illustrious cricketing career with an emotional farewell post on Instagram. Renowned for his consistency and stylish stroke play, Dhawan was a cornerstone of India's ODI setup. Inside Lord's: Exclusive Stadium Tour & Must-Do Experiences He played 167 ODIs, scoring 6,793 runs at an average of 44.1, including 17 centuries and 39 fifties. In Tests, he amassed 2,315 runs in 34 matches at 40.6, with seven centuries and five fifties — many of them alongside . In T20Is, Dhawan featured in 68 games, compiling 1,759 runs at 27.9, including 11 half-centuries. Domestically, Dhawan played 122 First-Class games, scoring 8,499 runs at an average of 44.26, including 25 hundreds and 29 fifties.
Mint
2 hours ago
- Mint
Sitaare Zameen Par Box Office Collection Day 27: Aamir Khan's film mints less than ₹1 crore for third day in a row
Sitaare Zameen Par Box Office Collection Day 27: Bollywood actor Aamir Khan's film Sitaare Zameen Par might have slowed down, struggling to even mint ₹ 1 crore at the box office, all eyes are now on the weekend as the film enters its fifth week in theatres. The film is directed by RS Prasanna. The film has failed to cross the ₹ 1 crore mark for the third consecutive day this week. According to the early estimates of industry tracker Sacnilk, Sitaare Zameen Par earned ₹ 45 lakh on day 27. The earnings of Aamir Khan's film dipped by approximately 49.44% from Tuesday to Wednesday. On Tuesday, it minted ₹ 89 lakh, the closest it reached to the ₹ 1 crore mark on the 4th weekday. With this, the total earnings of Sitaare Zameen Par are ₹ 162.54 crore. However, these are live data from the website and are subject to change. The final figures are yet to be out. Sitaare Zameen Par had an overall occupancy of 9.47% on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. The occupancy was as follows: The film's screenings have been reduced to fewer than 300 across all cities in India. The Delhi-NCR region recorded the highest number with 218 shows, followed by Mumbai with 171. Ahmedabad took the third spot with 141 shows. All the above circuits, along with Pune and Bengaluru, had the highest footfall in theatres. Sitaare Zameen Par also stars Genelia D'Souza. It also has 10 neurodivergent actors who marked their Bollywood debut with the film. The sports drama film was released in theatres on June 20. It received positive reviews. Previously, Aamir Khan clarified that his film would not be released on OTT. According to the latest reports, the film might have rejected all OTT offers. Giving full control over the movie's release window and pricing, the makers are reportedly considering a pay-per-view model on YouTube. More details about the digital release of the film are awaited from the makers.
