Internet giant Google has released its 2024 “Year in Search,” highlighting the top trending questions that captured netizens’ attention. The list reflects the key events, people, and interests that sparked the most searches, from global elections to unforgettable pop culture moments.
Sports, especially soccer and cricket, were central, with major tournaments like Copa América and the UEFA European Championship making waves. The U.S. election also dominated the global search landscape, alongside trending figures in entertainment and the fascinating search for unique topics like a muffin recipe from the Olympic Games.
Top Searches in 2024
Sports
Copa América: The Copa América led the global sports searches, with soccer fans eagerly looking up the tournament’s matches, players, and results.
UEFA European Championship: Right behind Copa América, the UEFA Euros captured attention as one of the year’s most-watched soccer events.
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup: Cricket also received significant search interest, with this year’s T20 World Cup, held in the US and West Indies, attracting global audiences and cricket enthusiasts.
News and Events
US Election: As expected, queries surrounding the U.S. presidential election have surged dramatically, making it one of the most significant global news events.
Excessive Heat: Extreme weather conditions, particularly excessive heat, and the rising concerns around them were among the top environmental searches.
Olympic Games: The 2024 Summer Olympics captivated searchers, especially with memorable moments and standout performances.
People
Donald Trump: As the U.S. President-elect, Donald Trump was the most searched individual, dominating the “people” category.
Catherine, Princess of Wales: Royal searches skyrocketed, with the Princess of Wales being a key figure of interest.
Imane Khelif: The Algerian boxer made waves in sports searches, ranking high among athletes.
Liam Payne, Toby Keith, and O.J. Simpson: These figures dominated searches related to notable individuals who passed away in 2024.
Entertainment
Inside Out 2: Disney-Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” topped the movie search trends as fans eagerly sought information about its release and storyline.
Baby Reindeer: Netflix’s “Baby Reindeer” emerged as the top trending TV show of 2024.
Not Like Us by Kendrick Lamar: The song “Not Like Us” by Kendrick Lamar made waves, becoming the top trending music search of the year.
Trendy Topics
Olympic Village Chocolate Muffin: The quirky search for the Olympic Village’s chocolate muffin, made famous by Norwegian swimmer Henrik Christiansen, sparked curiosity around this unexpected food trend.
The New York Times “Connections” Puzzle: The puzzle game from The New York Times became a global search sensation.
Demure & Mob Wife Aesthetic: In the U.S., terms like “demure” and “mob wife aesthetic” surged, highlighting online cultural trends.
(With input from AP)
