Heatwaves swept through Labubu that summer.
In the heart of summer, the world has been abuzz with a myriad of events, trends, and controversies. Here's a look at some of the most noteworthy happenings of the season.
The Bundestag, Germany's federal parliament, has been at the centre of a debate over the display of the rainbow flag during the Berlin Christopher Street Day. Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz defended the decision, stating, "The Bundestag is not a circus tent, after all."
Meanwhile, the gaze of Generation Z, aged around 18-30, has been a subject of discussion. Some find their expression to be somewhat blank or even annoyed, particularly in customer interactions and service jobs.
Sunbathing trends have also been making waves. Some people continue to find it attractive to deliberately get a sunburn and sport visible tan lines on their swimwear.
Toy fads have swept the nation, with Labubu, small plush toys with big eyes, bunny ears, and evil grins, causing a stir similar to Dubai chocolate.
In the realm of beauty and fashion, volumizing powder, a new hair product, has been making heads turn. It prevents hair from becoming too flat and slippery, making it suitable for various hairstyles.
The bohemian style, often associated with the Spanish party and hippie island of Ibiza, has seen a resurgence. Characterised by folkloric details, handcrafted elements, natural materials, or floral patterns, this style is currently very trendy.
Controversies have not been in short supply this summer. A call for a nudist-swinger trip by Mannheimer city councilor Julien Ferrat caused nationwide attention, while two catfish attacks on bathers in the Bavarian Brombachsee have left many on edge.
Music has also been a significant part of the summer. The song "When Will It Be Summer Again?" turned 50 this year, while the cinematic romance "Where the Lie Falls" and the stage comeback of Linkin Park have brought the 2000s back into the limelight.
In the world of entertainment, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's wedding in Venice caused a stir, with celebrity appearances and protests. Meanwhile, Michael "Bully" Herbig's sequel to "The Shoe of Manitu," titled "The Canoe of Manitu," is now in cinemas.
The Pornstar Martini has been a popular summer drink in the German-speaking world, and the 20th anniversary of Tokio Hotel's hit "Through the Monsoon" was celebrated with a concert in Berlin.
Local news from Hamm saw the Fire Department celebrating a huge party, new mail-in ballots for the election of the Integration Council being announced, and a large-scale internet outage causing inconvenience.
Preference for iced coffee has seen a shift, with some preferring chilled filter coffee with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream, while younger people opt for Iced Coffee or Iced Latte with ice cubes.
The official German summer hit comes from the animated film "KPop Demon Hunters" and is a song called "Golden" by the fictional girl group Huntrix.
The relationship between German Bundestag President Julia Klöckner and TV host Jörg Pilawa has been perceived by some as the love story of the year, with their last names potentially merging into "Klöcklawa."
The term "Delulu" (short for "delusional") has been added to the Cambridge Dictionary and is being observed by the Duden for potential inclusion.
Pedro Pascal, a Chilean-American actor, is the new male star of the hour, combining masculinity, fatherhood, and sexual attractiveness.
Lastly, Chris Martin asked camera operators at a Coldplay concert to scan the audience, inadvertently revealing an affair between a HR manager and a business executive.
As we move into autumn, these summer happenings will surely linger in our memories, marking a season filled with surprises, trends, and intrigue.
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