Industry
How “Tár,” “The White Lotus,” And “Industry” Complicate #MeToo Narratives
Storylines about women who abuse their power are coming to the fore.
15 Workplace TV Shows To Watch If You're Missing Working In An Office
From Industry to Abbott Elementary, these shows will make you feel like you never left — whether you think that's a good thing or bad.
How And Why “Industry” Has So Much Drug Use
The show’s creators told BuzzFeed News that if viewers feel slightly nauseous watching the young banker characters snort themselves into oblivion, that’s kind of the point.
#WorkingInTech Influencers Are Facing Backlash For Their Glamorous TikToks About The Industry
“Just because you break into tech doesn't mean like, your lifestyle is going to turn into this.”
People Are Angry That The Music Industry Seemingly Hasn’t Learned Anything After Beyoncé And Lizzo Were Called Out For Using The Same Ableist Slur Just Weeks Apart
Beyoncé’s rep has confirmed that the offensive lyric will be changed, but people are angry that it was included in the first place after Lizzo publicly made the same mistake back in June.
Here Are 13 New And Returning TV Shows You Absolutely Need To Be Watching This Month
I can't wait to make Season 3 of Never Have I Ever my entire personality.
Taylor Swift Just Got Super Real About The “Price” She Paid For Starting Her Career At 15 And Revealed The “Thinly Veiled Warnings” Industry Experts Gave Her
"Being publicly humiliated over and over again at a young age was excruciatingly painful."
Cole Sprouse Just Made Some Super-Valid Points About How Female Child Stars Are Treated Differently In The Industry And Said His Experience Doesn’t Compare To What They Go Through
Cole’s comments come shortly after Millie Bobby Brown’s 18th birthday sparked an important conversation about the treatment of female child stars.
Kanye West Dragging Billie Eilish Has Sparked A Debate About Misogyny And His Treatment Of Young Women In The Music Industry After People Drew Comparisons With His Infamous Feud With Taylor Swift
Ye is being called “entitled” and “misogynistic” after fans noticed several similarities between his recent public diss toward Billie, and his treatment of Taylor Swift since their feud began in 2009.
The Growth Of Influencers Has Impacted The Photography Industry In A Major Way
In this week's newsletter: the mutual aid between influencers and photographers.
Beyond Britney: Abuse, Exploitation, And Death Inside America’s Guardianship Industry
For people under guardianship, the system can be dehumanizing, dangerous, and even deadly. For the professionals — who can control hundreds of people at a time — it can be very profitable. A BuzzFeed News investigation.
Peloton Is Becoming A Surprisingly Good Pipeline To The Influencer Industry
In one part of this week's newsletter: The fitness company is prioritizing personalities first, and it's kind of brilliant, IMO.
Ryan Reynolds Revealed Blake Lively Writes A Lot Of His Movie Scripts But Never Gets Credited Due To “Inherent Sexism” In The Film Industry
“There's a lot of A++ writing that I've done that was actually Blake.”
Lil Nas X Is Using His "Industry Baby" Music Video To Raise Money For A Bail Relief Fund
A spokesperson for the Bail Project told BuzzFeed News the artist reached out to the organization to do this because he's "personally felt the effects of incarceration in his own family."
The World Has Changed, But The Hospitality Industry Hasn’t. That’s Bad For Workers.
Tenuous employment. Dangerous working conditions. The pandemic has exposed fundamental flaws with how the hospitality industry operates.
I Can’t Imagine The New Netflix Reality Shows About Influencers Will Do Any Good For The Industry’s Reputation
In this week's newsletter: shows about influencers may continue to be two-dimensional, and the already-controversial IG Loop giveaways just reached new toxic heights.
Atlanta Sex Industry Workers Say They’re Used To Being Branded “Sinners” — And Fearing For Their Lives
For workers at nearby sex shops and strip clubs, last week’s attack on spa employees and customers marked a deadly escalation of long-standing hostility against the sex industry.
A New Survey Of The Financial Industry Shows Significant Support For The FinCEN Files Investigation
Some in the financial industry warned the unprecedented reporting project would have a chilling effect. Now, many say it could improve the system.
"Call My Agent!" And "Industry" Capture The Dangers Of Mixing Work With Pleasure
The French crossover hit and the darkly sexy investment firm drama each emphasize the thrills — and the downsides — of making work your identity.
The With Honors Scandal Is Making It Hard For People To Take The Influencer Industry Seriously
In this week's newsletter: The latest plagiarism accusation revealed the very low and high standards the industry is subjected to, and how I wanted more from the HBO documentary Fake Famous.
What Will 2021 Look Like? We Asked 10 Industry Leaders For Their Predictions.
BRB, asking our prop stylists to borrow their crystal ball for a minute.
How Influencers Handled The Biden–Harris Win Proves There Has Been A Seismic Shift In The Industry
“If we push businesses that we support to share their commitment to social responsibility, why can’t we do the same for influencers?”
As Salons Reopen During The Coronavirus Pandemic, Hairstylists Want A Beauty Industry Bailout
"I want to see them considering the beauty industry as a real industry worth saving," said Mercedes Ortiz-Olivieri, who owns a salon in Washington DC.
The Coronavirus Is Keeping Addiction Counselors From Their Patients. So The Industry Has Transformed.
"Our experience is this works. We are not waiting for this COVID thing to pass over. We are doing the work."
Everyone Is Making Porn At Home Now. Will The Porn Industry Survive?
Even Beyoncé is rapping about OnlyFans.
The Fitness Industry Is In A Crisis. Some Trainers Say Those Trendy Instagram Live Workouts Aren't Helping
As Instagram explodes with free online workouts, some trainers say the market is becoming too saturated for them to survive.
The World's Most Influential Animal Conservation Group Has Links To Trophy Hunters And The Fashion Industry
Who is the world’s most important conservation organization really looking out for — endangered animals, or the people who want to pay big bucks to hunt them?
Trump Is Giving In To The Vaping Industry On A Flavor Ban, Lawmakers Say
A bipartisan letter to the White House is slamming President Trump for backing off a proposed ban on flavored e-cigarettes thought to be driving the teen vaping epidemic.
Opinion: As The Vaping Industry Fights The Government, Remember Big Tobacco’s Menthol Playbook
The tobacco business successfully lobbied to keep menthol cigarettes legal, even as other flavors were banned. It did so with the help of black leaders and institutions.
How Oil Industry Videos Have Skirted Canadian Campaign Disclosure Rules
A group backed by the Alberta oil industry spent half a million dollars on videos denouncing pipeline protesters — but stopped promoting them right before it would have been required to register with Elections Canada.
A State Lawmaker Who Defended Insurance Companies Relies On Industry Contributions
A BuzzFeed News investigation found that insurers have co-opted law enforcement to intimidate and prosecute their own customers.
Jennifer Aniston Just Got Real About Turning 50 In Hollywood
"I think we need to establish some etiquette around that dialogue and verbiage.”
Opinion: The Meat Industry Wants To Censor Your Veggie Burger
A new range of plant-based burgers are taking off among eaters and investors. In response, the meat industry is calling for censorship.
How Startups Like Zola Are Changing The Wedding Industry (Or Not)
Companies like the Knot, Zola, and other boutique startups promise to cater to the whims of millennials by moving the mundane parts of wedding planning online. But are they as innovative as they claim to be?
Survey: 51% Of Tech Industry Workers Believe President Trump Has A Point About The Media Creating Fake News
A new study by BuzzFeed News and Lucid surveyed tech workers on their attitudes toward the media. The results show deep skepticism toward the press, and concerns about the role of identity politics in coverage.
The Golden State Killer Case Has Spawned A New Forensic Science Industry
One company has already solved more than 30 cold cases through genetic genealogy. Now the biggest forensic DNA firm in the US is getting involved.
The Distracted Boyfriend Meme Is Sexist, According To This Swedish Ad Industry Body
We have explained this important news using the Distracted Boyfriend stock photo set.
A Prison Study Aims To End The “Salt Wars.” It Turns Out The Salt Industry Wants To Help Fund It.
A proposed health study of low-salt diets on prisoners has undisclosed salt industry funding.
Human Brains Exposed To Long-Term Air Pollution Don't Perform Very Well, According To New Research
More than 95% of the world's population breathes polluted air.
The New "Popular Film" Category For The Oscars Sparks Outcry — And Praise — Among Industry Insiders
"If you get a popular nomination, doesn't that pretty much mean you're toast to win Best Picture if you're also nominated for Best Picture?"
Dozens Of Hollywood Organizations Pledge To Prioritize Transgender Storytelling In The Industry
"It is time for transgender people to be included in this conversation," members of organizations wrote in an open letter.
Macedonia’s Pro-Trump Fake News Industry Had American Links, And Is Under Investigation For Possible Russia Ties
An investigation reveals that the fake news sites that flourished in Macedonia in 2016 weren’t just the work of local teens — and that security agencies are probing possible connections to Russia.
A Backlash Against #MeToo Is Simmering In Pakistan's Entertainment Industry
Meesha Shafi has faced attacks upon her character and online threats since she accused Ali Zafar of abusing her.
A New Study Found That The Oil Industry Is Leaking A Whole Lot Of Methane Gas
“More and more evidence points to the same conclusion: We are underestimating methane emissions,” one scientist said.
Chefs Are Thanking Anthony Bourdain For Inspiring Them And Changing The Food Industry
Chefs are paying tribute to the man once called the "original rock star" chef.
Meet The Women Who Are Building A Better Romance Industry
A trio of black women at Kensington Publishing is challenging the old, predominantly white narratives of who gets to fall in love.
A Multibillion-Dollar Cannabis Company Has Announced Its Asia-Pacific Headquarters In Australia
Canopy Growth is looking to offer "compassionate pricing."
Trump’s Move To Dismantle Obamacare Could Backfire And Lead To Billions In Extra Money For The Insurance Industry
Last fall, the White House declared it was getting tough on health insurers by taking away a key Obamacare subsidy. Now the government could end up having to pay billions more to the insurance industry than if it had done nothing.
Facebook Bans Tobacco Ads, But The Tobacco Industry Finds Other Ways To Market To Teens On The Platform
As Facebook comes under fire for its advertising and data-sharing practices, researchers have discovered that e-cigarettes and other tobacco products are being hawked on the platform to teens.
A Top News Editor Was Fired After Sexual Harassment Allegations — Only To Land As An Executive In The Same Industry
Dayan Candappa, who was accused of sexually harassing his subordinate at Reuters for months, has been placed on leave by Newsweek pending an investigation.
A Democratic Super PAC Is Asking The Porn Industry For Tips On Trump In A New Ad Campaign
American Bridge, the Democratic opposition research firm, plans to run ads at the Adult Video News Awards.
These Food Products Are Considered “Healthier” For Kids By The Food Industry
In response to criticism over its role in the childhood obesity epidemic, the food industry vowed to only run TV ads for “healthier” foods to kids. Critics say the industry’s self-imposed rules don’t do much beyond giving them good publicity.
Are Ancient Jewish Traditions The Future Of The Wellness Industry?
In an era of wellness retreats and digital detoxes, old Jewish rituals have found a new resonance, unattached — for better or worse — from the strictures of tradition.
Here's What Tyra Banks Had To Say About Sexual Misconduct In The Fashion Industry
"I think when that spigot opens, it’s probably going to overflow because the fashion industry is, I think, laden with it," Banks said referring to sexual misconduct in the modeling industry.
Betsy DeVos Just Might Save The Beauty School Industry
Pro Way Hair School in Stone Mountain, Georgia, was in danger of shutting down due to Obama-era student loan rules. But along with the rest of the cosmetology school industry, Pro Way may have found a savior in Betsy DeVos.
Following The John Lasseter News, Women In The Animation Industry Say Sexual Harassment Is Widespread
In the old boys’ club of animation, men have long gotten away with harassment, sources told BuzzFeed News.
Women Are Calling For An End To Sexual Harassment In The Animation Industry
“We are united in our mission to wipe out sexual harassment in the animation industry, and we will no longer be silent.”
Ad Industry Insiders Profited From An Ad Fraud Scheme That Researchers Say Stole Millions Of Dollars
A BuzzFeed News investigation reveals how seemingly credible players in the ad supply chain can play an active role in — and profit from — fraud.
This Company Is Trying To Disrupt The Braces Industry And Dentists Are Fighting Back
SmileDirectClub offers to straighten your teeth at a fraction of the cost of braces, without a visit to the dentist. But orthodontists claim the company has endangered the oral health of tens of thousands of people.
Asian-Americans Are Disrupting An Unwelcoming Music Industry
“It’s a different world now” — and one that’s leveling the playing field for Asian-American pop artists, who’ve traditionally been shut out of the American music industry.
Who Are The Harvey Weinsteins Of Your Industry? Tell Us.
BuzzFeed News is committed to investigating incidences of assault, harassment, and abuse of power — but we need your help.
The Salt Flats In These Photos Are So Dreamy You’d Swear They Were Made Of Fairy Floss
Salt never looked this sweet, tbh.
How "Game Of Thrones" Feeds Its Own Thinkpiece Industry
In the era of peak TV, the thinkpiece as a tool to keep us watching has never been more effective.
Trump's Pick For EPA Post Writes “Science-Bible Stories” And Has Ties To The Chemical Industry
Michael Dourson is a toxicologist known for mingling science and religious ideas. Two religious leaders were quoted in an Environmental Protection Agency press release announcing his nomination.
Can You Figure Out Which Artists Made The Most Money In 2016?
Bet you already know who took the #1 spot.
Here's What It's Actually Like To Be A Woman In VR
After a series of sexism and sexual harassment scandals, VR is vowing to do better. The industry's women are cautiously optimistic.
Amazon Is Buying Whole Foods, And The Grocery Industry Is In Big Trouble
The e-commerce giant sent shockwaves across the retail industry on Friday, announcing its biggest move yet into brick-and-mortar stores.
Your Fidget Spinner Is Reshaping The Retail Industry
As trending gadgets are sold directly from Chinese manufacturers to American consumers, traditional middlemen and regulators struggle to keep up.
12 Things Millennials Are Destroying In Slow Motion
Watch 12 items get smashed to pieces in slow motion.
These Activists Trolled The Arms Industry And It Was Literal Theater
German activists staged a fake "peace prize" ceremony for the arms industry and announced a "recall" of guns sold to the US. BuzzFeed News came along for the ride.
The Music Industry Kind Of Likes Streaming Now, But It's Still Nervous
The music industry grew the most it has in a decade in 2016, largely thanks to streaming.
The Travel Industry Isn't Happy With New Airport Rules
Three major trade associations expressed frustration over a surprise ban on electronics in flights from major Middle East airports.
Tech Industry Trade Group Reverses Position To Fall In Line Behind Trump
After a very brief flirtation with the Democratic Party, the technology trade group that puts on CES has embraced President-elect Trump.
Inside The Life Of A Professional Plus-Size Model
Sierra Santana shows us what a real week looks like in the life of a professional plus-size model.
Here's How The Food Industry Made Us Think Sugar Isn't That Bad For Us
Their strategy was to dupe us into thinking it was all saturated fat — not sugary sweets — to blame for heart disease.
This Is How Sex Toys Are Actually Made
Educational and informative.
Government Now Willing To Buy A 25% Stake In UK Steel
After saying part-nationalisation would breach EU rules, the government has changed its mind and believes an investment of hundreds of millions of pounds can be made to save Tata Steel's UK operations, and thousands of jobs in the process.
Organized Crime Rings Are Stealing Truckloads Of Valuable Nuts In California
Forged documents, fake businesses, and computer hacking are just some of the tools thieves are using to divert or steal entire cargo shipments.
The Business Secretary Has Met The Steel Industry Just Once Since 2015 Election
Sajid Javid and his ministers have had a total of nine meetings with representatives of the struggling sector since May, but have had 12 meetings with Chinese businesses, despite China being blamed for undercutting UK steel prices.
Why You Might Be Eating Crickets Soon
One McCricket with a side of fries, please.
Celebrities Who Look So Similar It’s Damn Creepy
Creepy clones or delightful doppelgängers?
How The Fast Times Of The Paparazzi Came To A Screeching Halt
In the end, the paparazzi machine that came to dominate the early 2000s was no match for the Great Recession, celebrity revolt, and the rise of social media.
Environmental Groups Say They Are Under Attack From The Government And Big Coal
Coalition MPs say environmental organisations shouldn't be participating in political advocacy, but green groups say the mining industry is behind the parliamentary probe.
Are Bananas Going Extinct?
There's a whole bunch to worry about.
17 Porn Parodies That Are Too Awesome For Their Own Good
X-rated should never be underrated. NSFW: Many porn covers ahead.
Baby's First Photo: The Unstoppable Rise Of The Ultrasound Souvenir Industry
Keychains, lifelike dolls, photo studios... all before the child is even born.
Reddit Co-Founder On Sexism In Tech: "We're Missing Out As An Industry"
During a BuzzFeed Brews with CBS This Morning interview, Alexis Ohanian gave advice to troubled executives from Snapchat and Tinder.
Democrats' Favorite Industries Vs. Republicans'
Democrats like the government way more than Republicans do and Republicans like the oil and gas industry way more than Democrats do.
How Live Sex Will Save The Porn Industry
DVDs are dead, pay sites are struggling and porn is free and unlimited. Why live cams, Twitter and Skype may be the porn industry's last hope.
