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.

Miami-bound flight hits severe turbulence on way from Sweden to Florida

Passengers on a recent Scandinavian Airlines flight bound for Miami experienced a travel nightmare when their plane hit severe turbulence.

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.

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.

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.

Chipotle CEO admits some restaurants were skimping on portion sizes

After weeks of denying social media accusations, the CEO of Chipotle now says the fast food chain can do a better job with 'portion sizes' on its food.

'Bridesmaid burnout' and Spam at TSA
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'Bridesmaid burnout' is becoming a trending topic due to the increased cost of being a bridesmaid in a wedding. FOX 26 anchors discuss the trend along with one man who got stopped at TSA with cans of Spam!

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.

Trending: Divorce registry, garlic bread martini
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FOX 26 anchors Rashi Vats, Caroline Collins, and Anthony Antoine chat about some of the trending stories of the day including garlic bread martinis and divorce registries!

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.