What happened: Musician Sting suggests that the decline in physical, manual work for men may contribute to toxic masculinity. He made the comments as his play The Last Ship returns to the West End this autumn.
Why it matters:
- Highlights social effects of deindustrialisation on male identity and behaviour.
- Affects men who have lost traditional physical roles in the workforce.
MNN Take: Sting connects changes in employment patterns with shifts in male social behaviour, reflecting broader cultural and economic transformations.
Sources: Guardian UK