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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

These products are now flying off the shelves โ€“ "A true megatrend"

There is a surge in demand for specific food products influenced by viral trends on social media, according to Finnish retailers.

Mar 20 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Pre-Wedding or a Terrifying Crime Scene...? Couple's Poses Go Viral

A couple's unconventional pre-wedding photo shoot in a muddy pond has sparked debate and amusement on social media after their video went viral.

Mar 19 โ€ข 01:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ 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 โ€ข 12:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Is this a wedding garland or Dahi Handi! People questioned what's going on after seeing the bride and groom

A viral video from a wedding in India has garnered attention as it features a traditional ceremony but with a surprising and unconventional twist, reflecting modern trends in social media wedding celebrations.

Mar 18 โ€ข 03:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

TikTok already has more than 33 million users in Argentina and its director explains how 'viral' consumption works

TikTok has rapidly gained over 33 million users in Argentina, influencing consumer behavior through community-driven trends.

Mar 17 โ€ข 10:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

I'm a fashion editor and I'm predicting this ยฃ44 H&M dress to be spring's bestseller

A fashion editor forecasts that H&M's new ยฃ44 Floral Linen-Blend Dress will become the top-selling dress of the upcoming spring season.

Mar 15 โ€ข 09:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

'If She Says No': How Social Media Exposes Users to 'Shocking Levels of Misogyny,' According to Global Research

The Federal Police of Brazil have launched an investigation into social media trends that promote misogyny and violence against women, particularly focusing on the viral 'Caso ela diga nรฃo' that involves young people teaching aggressive responses to female rejection.

Mar 11 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Lethal TikTok travel trends uncovered from drowned sisters to dairy death fall

A report reveals dangerous TikTok travel trends that have led to tragic incidents, including the drowning of two sisters in a viral swimming spot in Snowdonia.

Mar 8 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ 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 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Why More People Are Putting a Sponge in Their Washing Machines: The Viral Trick That Improves Your Clothes

A viral trick involving the addition of a sponge in washing machines is gaining popularity as it helps to capture lint, hair, and debris during the wash cycle.

Feb 27 โ€ข 19:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Gross green, chartreuse or phlegm? Hannah Spencerโ€™s waistcoat is political and TikTok winner

Hannah Spencer's eye-catching green waistcoat, described by various trendy names, serves as both a political statement and a viral fashion moment as she becomes Westminster's latest MP.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
Life & Tech

Viral Microtrends: When Nothing Makes Sense

The article discusses the baffling nature of viral trends that appear on social media, as young people struggle to make sense of them just as adults do.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Cheap, plentiful, and very viralโ€ฆ 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 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Discussion of Vijay and Rashmika's Jewelry, Adorned from Head to Toe in Gold, Photos

Viral couple Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda celebrated their royal wedding on February 26, showcasing stunning gold jewelry that captivated fans and broke traditional wedding color trends.

Feb 27 โ€ข 04:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ 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 โ€ข 17:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
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 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ 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 โ€ข 19:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Do viral tricks to reduce face swelling actually work? Dermatologist analyzes three popular strategies on social media

Dermatologists analyze popular viral tricks for reducing facial swelling and conclude they only provide temporary relief and are often misunderstood.

Feb 18 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท 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 โ€ข 20:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Do viral tricks to de-puff the face work? Dermatologist analyzes three popular strategies on social media

A dermatologist evaluates the effectiveness of common viral facial de-puffing tricks found on social media, emphasizing their temporary results.

Feb 17 โ€ข 14:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
Life & Tech

The Curator: 20 viral kitchen gadgets everyone is buying

The article highlights twenty trending kitchen gadgets that are gaining popularity, particularly due to social media and positive reviews.

Feb 17 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

HS: Finns have become enthusiastic about surprise food - is this the reason?

Finns have recently developed a keen interest in fermented cabbage, spurred by a viral social media video.

Feb 17 โ€ข 09:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ 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 โ€ข 15:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Frankie Bridge swears by viral K-beauty face masks to get โ€˜glowy and radiantโ€™ skin

Frankie Bridge reveals her go-to K-beauty face masks for achieving glowing skin on social media.

Feb 15 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

What does the Dirty Soda Mocktail contain? The viral TikTok drink in the United States that you have to try

Dirty Soda is a non-alcoholic mocktail trending on TikTok, combining soda with various ingredients to create a sweet, creamy beverage.

Feb 8 โ€ข 23:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ 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 โ€ข 23:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
Life & Tech

This is the story of the 'nihilist penguin', the meme that is flooding social media

A short clip of a penguin walking alone towards the mountains of Antarctica has become a viral phenomenon, known as the 'nihilist penguin', representing existential themes of life exhaustion and individualism.

Feb 7 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Life & Tech

Gut Health: Do Viral Trends Like Bone Broth Work?

Social media promotes numerous trendy foods for gut health, but scientists caution that the alleged miraculous benefits of these foods may not hold up under scrutiny.

Feb 6 โ€ข 20:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Life & Tech

Olive Oil and Chia Seeds: Do Viral Foods Work for Gut Health?

The article discusses the popularity and purported health benefits of olive oil and chia seeds, while highlighting that scientific evidence behind these viral trends may be more complex than claimed.

Feb 6 โ€ข 20:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท 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 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท 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 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
Life & Tech

Indoor Air Quality: A German Passion Goes Viral: airing out

The article discusses a viral trend in Germany involving indoor air quality, sparked by a personal anecdote involving a woman from California and her experiences with airing out their apartment in Berlin, which led to an unexpected encounter with bats.

Feb 3 โ€ข 15:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Erik de la Reguera: Macron satisfied "for sure"

A viral internet trend featuring Emmanuel Macron in pilot glasses saying "for sure" is part of a deliberate strategy by state actors to capitalize on spontaneous online phenomena.

Feb 3 โ€ข 12:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

"It wasn't a good time": Madison Beer breaks her silence about her past following the viral trend of 2016

Madison Beer reflects on her discomfort with the viral nostalgia trend for 2016, expressing her desire to focus on the present rather than reliving her difficult past.

Feb 2 โ€ข 15:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

Seven ways to wear gray jeans, the viral garment of this winter

This article discusses seven stylish combinations for wearing gray jeans, a popular fashion choice this winter, alongside trendy accessories and outerwear.

Jan 31 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

From 'La perla' to Andy, Lucas, Leire, and Amaia: how pop transitioned 'from false modesty to exposing intimacies'

The article discusses how recent solo releases from artists like Leire and Andy reflect a shift in pop music from superficial modesty to a candid expression of personal experiences, further fueled by viral trends.

Jan 13 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Life & Tech

Dishes that Became Popular in 2025 Thanks to TikTok

In 2025, TikTok continued to be a major platform for discovering new food trends, although the year saw fewer viral dishes compared to previous years, with a few new recipes breaking through.

Jan 2 โ€ข 11:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
Life & Tech

The biggest questions of Greeks in 2025 according to Google

Google revealed the most searched queries by Greeks in 2025, showcasing a mix of logical and quirky questions influenced by viral trends and TV quizzes.

Dec 28 โ€ข 10:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
Life & Tech

The summer song is dead, long live the Christmas song

The article discusses the decline of summer hits and the rising popularity of Christmas songs, exploring the factors behind this trend.

Dec 27 โ€ข 19:06 UTC

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