
Viral video
The latest on Newsweek's coverage of the most viral videos being shared social media. The impact of social media on news coverage is immense, and often viral videos are a large part of the reason why. Viral videos add context to whatever might be trending online, allowing people to get a greater understanding of a story.
Video shows helicopters dumping water on Michigan wildfire as blaze spreads
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources said the wildfire was thousands of acres in size.
"I was a meth addict"—Mom turns life around after buying dog
"Having my dog helped me those times where I didn't think I could keep going," recovered addict Jessica Bradley told Newsweek.
Woman who "felt something moving in her ear" discovers truth in wild video
The footage left viewers on TikTok stunned with one commenting: "I would have IMMEDIATELY gone to the ER after this."
Woman who ordered poppies from flower company left howling at what arrived
Sarah Hollingsworth was initially confused at the flowers that arrived—until she spotted the "googly eyes."
Disbelief as paper plane with handwritten note lands on stranger's balcony
Several users on TikTok were impressed by the paper plane taking flight in the viral clip, with some noting "What are the odds?"
Heartwarming video shows golden retriever pup "babysitting" a rescue kitten
While Payton Wink searched for a home for the cat, she couldn't believe how Harlow went from a "rambunctious puppy, to being totally gentle" with the kitten.
Dylan Mulvaney advertises new brand after Bud Light fallout
The social media influencer has slowly returned to tagging and promoting brands on Instagram, amid ongoing furor over her partnership with Bud Light.
Army tank made of Bud Light goes viral—"Intact and untouched"
A viral video shows crates of Bud Light and Budweiser stacked to resemble a tank for Memorial Day, but boycotters claim it's not good enough.
Belgian Malinois caught having cuddles "without mommy" in adorable clip
Several users on TikTok were delighted by the moment captured in the latest viral clip, with one simply writing "daddy's girl."
Daughter shares the hilarious differences between her mom and dad's houses
Some TikTokers assumed the mom had more money to spend on her home in the latest viral clip, with one writing "I see who won the divorce."
Prince William's coronation concert "dad moves" shared by fans
William's interactions with Prince George and Princess Charlotte during the coronation concert have been highlighted in a new viral TikTok video.
Mountaineer shows piles of garbage at Mount Everest in shocking viral video
An Everest trekking guide said that the "big problem" of garbage on the world's highest mountain is getting "worse."
Pomeranian stuns internet by taking training to a new level: "Considerate"
Gnocchi's owner shared a video showing the lengths her dog goes to ensure she does not "cause a mess for other people."
Joe Rogan weighs in on whether Bud Light will "bounce back" after backlash
"There's never been a brand that got hit like this before," Rogan said on his podcast. "This is a big deal."
Dermatologist Reveals 'The Eight-Legged' Mites Living On Our Faces
Scott Walter, a dermatologist, showed the internet a close-up of one of the microscopic Demodex mites living on his own face.
Man's photos reveal abandoned pet cemetery in "haunted" Massachusetts woods
At the pet cemetery, which closed in 1989, there's an "eerie vibe" around the strangely sunken graves, Donald Pimental said.
Video of children "indoctrinated with gender ideology" at Disney goes viral
A video of a "male" fairy godmother apprentice performer at Disneyland in California has gone viral after angering some social media users.
Aftermath of passenger sitting on chocolate on plane delights viewers
Several users on TikTok were amused by the woman's predicament in the latest viral clip, with one writing: "I could not handle the situation."
Prince William's on-stage gesture to Queen Camilla goes viral
Footage of William and Camilla taken in the days after King Charles III's accession has been viewed over half a million times on TikTok.
Harley-Davidson's new "very manly" Budweiser ad mocked
The motorcycle manufacturer's recently unveiled collaboration with Budweiser is facing continued pushback.
Laughter over why Labrador tells owner she's sad: "Big feelings"
Copper let her feelings be known after her owner said no to her unusual request.
Tears as old man leaves store with handwritten notes on how to use iPhone
Several TikTokers were moved by the moment captured in the viral clip, with one writing, "I'm just happy someone did that for him."
Video of uncrowded Bud Light stadium stand goes viral: "Dead man walking"
Bud Light and parent company Anheuser-Busch receive another blow as the boycott continues, this time in Anaheim, California.
Mom goes viral after dropping 114 pounds: "Quite literally half the person"
TikTok users were very impressed by the woman's weight loss, with one writing that she looks "absolutely stunning."
Video of Chick-fil-A's chair shining a Black man's shoes onstage reemerges
Footage of the "expression of a contrite heart" for racial injustice by Dan Cathy popped up after the company announced a new DEI policy.
Video of Joe Biden's Memorial Day salute fail viewed 3M times
One Twitter user said Biden could "barely figure out where to stand."
Video of Bud Light, Budweiser "barely touched" on shelves mocked
Attempts to boycott Anheuser-Busch products continue after Bud Light's brief collaboration with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney.
Photos and videos capture "Manhattanhenge" phenomenon in NYC
Crowds gathered on the streets of New York City on Monday and Tuesday to catch a glimpse of the biannual Manhattanhenge alignment.
Princess Charlotte's inherited "hair flick" spotted by fans
TikTok users have compared Charlotte's "hair flip" with that of her mother, Kate Middleton's, in a new viral video viewed over a million times on the platform.
Model who gunned down Bud Light cans defends MLB star's anti-LGBTQ+ post
"I think it's really sad you felt the need to apologize," Bri Teresi tweeted in a message to Toronto Blue Jays star Anthony Bass.