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🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The trick to improving mood is hidden in colors, Gen Z trend going viral

Gen Z is increasingly adopting the trend of 'dopamine dressing' by wearing bright colors to improve their mood in stressful work environments.

Mar 22 • 08:22 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

A New Trend in Cinema Halls... The Entry of 'Milk-Soda', Demand Increased After Dhurandar-2

The unusual drink 'milk-soda' has become a trend following the release of Dhurandar-2, advertised in the film and gaining attention on social media.

Mar 22 • 06:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Can I talk about my layoff on social media? 'Layoff vlogs' go viral but require caution

The article discusses the trend of 'layoff vlogs' on social media where individuals share their experiences of being laid off, highlighting both the popularity of such content and the potential repercussions.

Mar 21 • 07:56 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

From Forklifts to CEO of Costco: Who is Ron Vachris and Why Did He Go Viral for Doing the ‘Taste Test’?

Ron Vachris, CEO of Costco, gained viral fame by participating in the 'Taste Test' trend that started with McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski.

Mar 20 • 02:33 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Why So Many Men Record Themselves Dancing to 'Superestrella' by Aitana: From Male Euphoria to the Trap of Guilty Pleasure

The viral trend of men recording themselves dancing to Aitana's song 'Superestrella' has taken social media by storm, drawing both connection and irony in its format.

Mar 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

People are raking in millions of views just by doing this: preparing pickles and measuring Maggi

A viral trend on Instagram shows people engaging in mundane activities like sorting pickles and measuring noodles for millions of views, driven by the fear of missing out (FoMO).

Mar 18 • 12:36 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
Life & Tech

This is called 'house burping': - We have been doing it for a long time

A viral TikTok trend called 'house burping' involves quickly airing out homes by opening windows to let in fresh air, a practice known in Norway as 'sjokklufting.'

Mar 16 • 15:04 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Warning about the plastic eating boom: teenagers copying a viral challenge that puts their health at risk

Health experts warn that the 'plastic eating' trend among teenagers, driven by social media, poses significant physical and psychological health risks.

Mar 16 • 13:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Trend of Viral Diets and 'Superfoods' Collides with Science: What We Eat Matters, But So Do How, When, and Why We Do It

The overwhelming trend towards viral diets and superfoods may lead to unhealthy relationships with food amid chaotic nutritional information.

Mar 14 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Public Security Commission asks PGR to evaluate investigation of the trend 'if she says no'

The Public Security Commission of Brazil's Chamber of Deputies has requested the Attorney General's Office to investigate a viral social media trend showing men reacting violently to women's rejections.

Mar 10 • 18:10 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Men simulate in social media profiles to attack women who refuse dating

A viral trend on TikTok has led men to pretend to react violently to romantic rejections, prompting the Federal Police in Brazil to investigate and remove such content.

Mar 9 • 23:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Training in case she says no': videos simulate aggression towards women who refuse dating and marriage, and go viral on TikTok

A troubling TikTok trend simulating violent reactions towards women for rejecting romantic proposals is raising alarm about normalized aggression against women.

Mar 9 • 18:33 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Why are the Japanese dropping marbles in the bathroom? You too will do it in your home after knowing the reason

A viral trend from Japan involves people testing the slope of their bathroom floors using marbles to check for proper drainage.

Mar 9 • 10:10 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Why are the youth considering themselves like animals... The 'therian' trend is going viral in Argentina

A peculiar trend called 'therian', where young people identify with animals, is going viral in Argentina, particularly on TikTok.

Mar 8 • 02:42 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

1 in 5 Americans admit to sneaking in their own sauces as hot restaurant trend goes viral

A significant number of Americans are increasingly bringing their own sauces to restaurants, reflecting a widespread enthusiasm for new condiments and elevated food experiences.

Mar 6 • 13:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Man and teen arrested after viral 'Red vs Blue' school wars trend sparking knife crime panic

A man in his 20s and a 15-year-old were arrested in London following a viral social media trend encouraging violent 'school wars' among pupils.

Mar 5 • 17:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'It's not Rocinha, it's Cuiabá': entrepreneur recreates viral trend to value regional culture and tourism

A Brazilian entrepreneur recreated a viral video trend from a Rio de Janeiro favela to highlight and promote the culture and tourism of Cuiabá.

Mar 3 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Beware of 'mogging': the viral trend in 2026 that originated in toxic forums and generates confusion among parents

The article discusses the viral trend 'mogging', which emerged from toxic online forums and is causing confusion among parents.

Mar 2 • 01:21 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Cheap, plentiful, and very viral… The "crousty", this new street food phenomenon that is crazy for the TikTok generation

The 'crousty' is a new viral street food trend in Paris, combining rice, crispy fried chicken, and choice of sauce, attracting the attention of the TikTok generation.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Beef eaters are going viral with 'boy kibble,' here's why the trend alarms some nutritionists

The 'boy kibble' trend, involving men consuming a simple mix of beef and rice, has gained viral popularity, raising concerns among nutritionists about its health implications.

Feb 26 • 17:08 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Viral recipe for flourless apple cake with only three ingredients

A new viral trend on social media teaches how to make a healthy and easy flourless apple cake using only three ingredients.

Feb 25 • 12:27 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Between Honoring History and 'Romanticizing Poverty': How Recreating Dampness on Walls Has Become a Viral Phenomenon

The latest trend in home decor involves creating the illusion of damp, weathered walls, driven by social media and exemplified by a viral TikTok video from Argentina.

Feb 24 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Why are youths eating wrapped in plastic? China's strange trend goes viral

A bizarre weight-loss trend among Chinese youths, known as 'plastic eating' or 'cling wrap diet', has emerged on social media, raising concerns among health experts.

Feb 20 • 05:02 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Recipe: how to make the viral Japanese cheesecake with just two ingredients

This article discusses the viral trend of making a simple and economical Japanese cheesecake that requires no baking.

Feb 19 • 15:23 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Viral 'boiled apple tea' craze promises better digestion, glowing skin as experts urge caution

A new TikTok trend involving 'boiled apple tea' has gained popularity for its purported health benefits, but experts warn against relying solely on it for wellness.

Feb 18 • 19:32 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Engineer' Tariq Rahman: Why is he being trolled?

Bangladesh's BNP chief Tariq Rahman is being dubbed 'Engineer' amid allegations of election rigging by the Jamati alliance and a viral meme trend on social media.

Feb 18 • 14:42 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

From CdMx to Sinaloa: In which states have supposed 'Therian' meetings been called?

A viral trend among young people in Mexico is the emergence of the Therian community, who identify as non-human animals and are organizing gatherings across various states.

Feb 18 • 00:25 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A nutritionist celebrated the viral bell pepper sandwich on TikTok and advised 'not to demonize flours'

Nutritionist Silvina Tasat discussed the viral trend of bell pepper sandwiches on TikTok, advocating for the promotion of vegetable consumption while acknowledging the enjoyment of crunchy foods.

Feb 17 • 20:02 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Olympians can't stop eating viral chocolate lava cake, even for breakfast

Olympians at the Milan Olympic Village are indulging in a viral chocolate lava cake for breakfast, creating a buzz on social media.

Feb 17 • 12:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

What are Therians? We explain the new viral trend on social media

The article discusses the rise of the Therian concept on social media platforms like TikTok, highlighting how users express their identification with non-human species.

Feb 16 • 15:07 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Life & Tech

Gata Šļūka's Cartoon About the Olympic Games Has Gained Worldwide Attention

A cartoon by Latvian artist Gata Šļūka addressing the Olympic Games has gone viral, highlighting a concerning trend regarding forgeries created by artificial intelligence in the creative industries.

Feb 14 • 16:06 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

What Are 'Therians'? The Viral Trend Generating Debate on Social Media

The article discusses the viral trend of 'therians', young people who identify spiritually or psychologically with non-human animals, sparking curiosity and debate particularly in South America.

Feb 14 • 02:54 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A Frenzy is Underway - Don't Do This Online

A viral trend on social media involves users creating images of themselves through artificial intelligence tools and posting them, raising concerns over privacy and data security.

Feb 13 • 06:23 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Why Are People 'Becoming Chinese' on Social Media?

A viral social media trend sees users humorously embracing and adopting traits associated with Chinese culture, regardless of their actual ethnicity.

Feb 12 • 17:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Quote of the Day, from Emperor Marcus Aurelius: "If something external distresses you, the pain is not due to the thing itself, but..."

The article discusses the growing trend of viral ancient quotes, particularly those from Stoic philosophy, and their resonance in contemporary digital culture.

Feb 11 • 08:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Caricatures on ChatGPT go viral; see privacy risks and how to protect yourself

A new trend on Instagram and TikTok involves users requesting ChatGPT to create caricatures based on what it knows about them, prompting privacy concerns from cybersecurity experts.

Feb 10 • 16:15 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Do you want to create a cartoon of your profession with ChatGPT? This is the PROMPT you should use to get your image with AI

The article discusses a viral trend where people create AI-generated cartoons of themselves reflecting their professions using ChatGPT and other AI tools.

Feb 9 • 18:43 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Bone Broth, Chia, or Kombucha: Do 'Viral' Foods Really Work to Improve Your Gut Health?

The article explores the rising trend of foods claimed to enhance gut health and examines their actual effectiveness based on scientific insights.

Feb 8 • 19:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pastry chef from Juiz de Fora becomes successful with pudding cake and sells over 500 slices in 10 days

A pastry chef in Juiz de Fora has gained popularity by selling over 500 slices of pudding cake in just ten days, combining traditional family recipes with a viral trend.

Feb 8 • 11:35 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

United States and TikTok: How to Prepare the Mocktail Blackberry Bramble? Viral Recipe with Blackberries Without Alcohol

The Blackberry Bramble Mocktail has become a viral non-alcoholic drink trend in the United States, especially popular on TikTok.

Feb 8 • 08:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

The new ChatGPT trend that turns you into a cartoon according to your profession: step-by-step guide to generating your portrait with AI

A new viral trend is taking over social media in early 2026, where users create cartoon portraits based on their profession using AI-driven ChatGPT.

Feb 7 • 23:06 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Cheesecake lovers - you must try these global versions

The article explores various global versions of cheesecake beyond the viral 'lazy' cheesecake trend made with Greek yogurt and cookies.

Feb 6 • 11:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

The viral cheesecake is fun, but even better are all its global versions

Fans of cheesecake must try its various global versions that go beyond the simple viral trend of lazy cheesecake made from Greek yogurt and cookies.

Feb 6 • 11:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Get an invoice in KSeF for the Prime Minister. Can it be done and is it worth it?

The article discusses the recent internet trend of obtaining invoices directed at the Prime Minister and government offices in protest of new tax regulations, while highlighting the viral response to a particular video about unusual purchases.

Feb 6 • 08:38 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

United States and TikTok: Viral Recipe for Raspberry Leaf Tea Mocktail (Non-Alcoholic)

A non-alcoholic mocktail made from raspberry leaf tea has become a viral trend on TikTok among new mothers and pregnant individuals, promoting postpartum recovery and overall wellness.

Feb 5 • 20:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Recipe and Secrets of Ditalini Pasta: The Most Viral Way to Prepare These Small Noodles, Trend in the United States

Ditalini pasta has surged in popularity in the U.S. due to its versatility in comforting, simple, and easy-to-prepare dishes.

Feb 5 • 08:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Gisele Bündchen recalls iconic moment at the Olympics and joins the trend '2026 is the new 2016'

Gisele Bündchen reminisces about her historic walk at the Maracanã during the Olympics, embracing the nostalgic trend '2026 is the new 2016' that has gone viral on social media.

Feb 5 • 01:36 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Why are Pakistanis putting iron rods in front of their bikes?

A viral trend in Pakistan shows people attaching iron rods or metal sticks to motorcycles, prompting discussions about the tradition associated with the arrival of spring in Lahore.

Feb 4 • 08:38 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

An Old Eastern Trick for Better Health Has Become a Global Trend. Does It Make Sense?

A viral trend on social media encourages drinking warm water, inspired by traditional Chinese medicine, claiming benefits in digestion, weight loss, and toxin elimination.

Feb 4 • 06:49 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

More and more people drink warm water in the morning. Is it healthy?

A new viral trend encourages drinking warm water in the morning, inspired by traditional Chinese medicine, with proponents claiming health benefits such as improved digestion and detoxification.

Feb 4 • 06:49 UTC

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