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February and March saw political landscapes shifting like quicksand. El Salvador’s authoritarian leader Nayib Bukele secured another term, a move that ignited debates over democracy's decline in the region. Meanwhile, grievances echoed across the globe, whether through protests in Papua New Guinea or the contentious elections in Taiwan and Ecuador where violence loomed large.
In parallel, the emergence of internet celebrities like the “Costco Guys” and other viral occurrences symbolized the transforming landscape of cultural relevance. Such personalities capitalized on their immediate fame, showcasing a phenomenon often termed "wholesome grifting."