Generation Z12 hrs agoYoung adults are taking prescription drugs instead of alcohol - and it's dividing expertsIncreasingly, young adults are taking anxiety medication to feel "drunk" at parties. But it's not a free lunch, experts warn.12 hrs ago3 Aug 2026Why India's youth anger has become Modi's biggest challengeIndia has the biggest youth population in the world but few are able to find good jobs despite rising education levels.3 Aug 202628 Jul 2026The evidence that shows today's 20-somethings really do have it worsePeople in their 20s are facing a tougher start to adulthood than any generation in almost half a century, according to analysis for the BBC.28 Jul 202616 Jul 2026Is 'lily padding' the way to get a high salary job?Industry professionals have identified a new work trend among Gen Z called "lily padding".16 Jul 202613 Jul 2026'I sell spicy books'Oxford's newly-opened Bad Girl Books provides a home for fans of romantasy in the heart of a literary city.13 Jul 20264 Jul 2026The book club 'taking the shame out of smut'The Smut Society is inviting women of all ages to share their love of romantic fiction.4 Jul 20263 Jul 2026'Not a lot of Gen Z trust the state pension system'Young people tells the BBC what they think about the state pension.3 Jul 20262 Jul 2026Why Gen Z are taking mini-retirementsMany young people are choosing to spend money they would otherwise put into a pension, on trips now.2 Jul 202630 Jun 2026Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pensionMany younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older30 Jun 2026...