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Why pink seems to be the 'in' color of 2026, years after 'Barbie'
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Addy Bink , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· August 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This trend is not limited to the city, as pink appears to be a popular color in 2026.
In El Paso , residents may have noticed the prevalence of the color pink. This trend is not limited to the city, as pink appears to be a popular color in 2026. The reason behind this trend is attributed to science, although specific details are not provided.
It seems that the color pink has an inherent appeal, even to those who do not necessarily like it. For more information on the science behind the appeal of pink, readers can refer to the full report from KTSM 9 News. The news source provides further insight into this phenomenon, explaining why pink has become a dominant color this year.
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Category: local Published: August 8, 2026 Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In El Paso, residents may have noticed the prevalence of the color pink. This trend is not limited to the city, as pink appears to be a popular color in 2026. The reason behind this trend is…
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