Wikipedia's most-viewed articles in 2024
Politics dominated Wikipedia’s most-viewed articles this year, but here’s a look at what else people were interested in reading about in 2024.
Why are people 'holding space' for 'Defying Gravity’, and what does that even mean?
As if “Wicked” hasn’t already taken over the internet enough, a moment from one of the stars’ press interviews has turned into the latest meme. Here’s an explainer.
Mattel’s ‘Wicked’ dolls include wrong, adult website on packaging
The fine print on Mattel’s packaging for the new ‘Wicked’ dolls includes a website that requires people to be 18 years or older to enter.
Georgia residents reporting disturbing racist messages before, after election
Multiple Georgia residents contacted FOX 5 Atlanta after receiving an alarming text message about upcoming enslavement or being informed about a potential threat from white supremacists and KKK members.
Watch: Paraglider spots dog on top of Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt
A paraglider recently captured a surprising sight at the Great Pyramid of Giza: a dog wandering around its summit.
Video: Florida traffic camera captured tornado as Hurricane Milton impacts state
A live camera from the Florida Department of Transportation spotted a confirmed tornado on the ground Wednesday morning in South Florida as Hurricane Milton barrels toward the state.
Fans flocking to meet Moo Deng, the viral pigmy hippo
Moo Deng has gained instant fame as visitors are traveling from around the world to get a closer look at the beloved baby hippo.
Meet the 12-year-old infuencer who mixed it up with Mike Lindell and Charlie Kirk at the DNC
The trending videos on social media capture the 12-year-old getting into a spirited debate with the two men over election conspiracy theories and the Civil Rights Act.
Person accidentally texts police to 'smoke,' officer hilariously responds
In Gulfport, Mississippi, a humorous text exchange went viral after someone accidentally messaged a police officer about “smoking" instead of a friend.
WATCH: Possible lightning bolt causes spark, dirt explosion outside Florida home
Lightning is no stranger to Florida. Earlier this week, a Florida homeowner's security camera appeared to capture a powerful lightning strike, causing a loud boom, and apparently sending dirt flying into the air.
Bear seemingly tightrope-walks across fence in Florida neighborhood: 'Let it do its thing'
A balancing bear stole the show in a Florida neighborhood last week – and no, the circus wasn't in town!
Hurricane Beryl-themed cakes at H-E-B spark debate online
A Hurricane Beryl-themed cake has people debating if it is in poor taste.
Suspected arsonist torches himself while setting ex-girlfriend's property ablaze
In a fiery twist of karma, a suspected arsonist in Albuquerque accidentally set himself on fire while allegedly torching his ex-girlfriend's property.
Watch: Runaway bull flips woman, injures 3 at Oregon rodeo
The bull jumped a fence during a performance, flipping over a woman, and continued through a concession area and into a parking lot before being caught.
Watch: Congressman’s son makes silly faces as dad speaks on House floor
Rep. John Rose's 6-year-old son went viral for making faces while his dad spoke out against former president Donald Trump’s felony convictions.
Trader Joe's 'Coming Soon' banner has small town fooled in high school prank
Residents of a small Maryland town were briefly thrilled by the prospect of a new Trader Joe's, thanks to a convincing prank by local high schoolers.
Florida puppy born with green fur: Meet 'Shamrock'
In Pensacola, Florida, a golden retriever puppy named "Shamrock" made headlines for being born with a green coat of fur.
Watch: Rapper Kid Cudi breaks foot after jumping off Coachella stage
“This is what happens when a 40-year-old man prances around on stage like he's 26," the rapper said on social media.
‘Oatzempic’ diet: What to know about the TikTok trend using oats
The beverage, dubbed 'Oatzempic' on TikTok, is being praised as the latest weight loss hack by some social media users.
Gen Z American details 'struggle to survive' in viral rant: 'I cannot afford to live'
Young American claiming to earn three times the federal minimum wage sounds off on the cost of living.