Fan Culture

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Artistic 'fanvases' made from World Cup scarves and flags, creatively animated with mixed-media techniques for the BBC's 2026 campaign.

BBC Unveils Mixed-Media Film for World Cup 2026 Campaign

For the FIFA World Cup 2026, the BBC's new campaign transforms everyday fan objects like scarves and flags into vibrant 'fanvases', using a blend of hand-craft, stop frame, and 2D animation.

Claire Donovan·June 9, 2026

Thousands of passionate Japanese oshikatsu fans gathered, showcasing the immense economic power of dedicated fandom in a trillion-yen market.

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Oshikatsu's Millions of Fans Fuel Trillion-Yen Economy in Japan

More than half of Japanese oshikatsu fans aged 40 to 70 reported that inflation and yen depreciation had no effect on their spending, revealing a powerful economic force.

Yasmin El-Sayed·April 17, 2026