How has globalization contributed to the phenomenon of cultural homogenization, potentially impacting local cultures around the world?

Globalization spreads ideas, products, and media worldwide, so people everywhere hear the same music, watch the same movies, and eat similar foods, which makes cultures feel more alike than different. Because multinational companies and online platforms reach almost every country, they create a shared set of trends that can replace unique local customs with a common global style. For example, fast‑food chains like McDonald’s offer the same menu in Japan, Mexico, and Kenya, which can shift local eating habits and reduce the variety of traditional dishes. As a result, local cultures may lose distinctive practices and languages, leading to a more uniform global culture that sometimes erases local identity.