popularity

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Their surging popularity has sparked waves of concern over allegations of insider trading—and how speculators have hit it big on macabre wagers over war, death and crime.

From The Wall Street Journal

Despite their mainstream popularity, these groups were critically maligned—derided as “corporate rock” for their songs’ meticulous production.

From The Wall Street Journal

Department of Justice last year, the popularity of senior members of the royal family and the monarchy as an institution had held steady.

From The Wall Street Journal

Reform has been consistently leading in national opinion polls since last spring, although its popularity has dipped slightly since the start of the year to its lowest level since April 2025.

From BBC

However, as the devices have grown in popularity, so too have concerns about their misuse.

From BBC