Viral
The latest on Newsweek's coverage of viral videos and topics. How and why something goes viral changes day to day, but from videos to topics trending on social media like Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram, Newsweek is covering it all.
Reason dad refuses to hand over inheritance to daughter cheered
"She seeks a renegotiation of past terms driven by entitlement rather than principles of fairness," an expert told Newsweek.
Tiny dog rushes outside to sunbathe, doesn't go to plan: "Soul was crushed"
The dachshund, named Cash, was determined to get outside and enjoy the sunshine at all costs, but he didn't realize that was no longer a possibility.
Golden retriever and bunny become siblings, owner shares 12-month update
"It's cute how animals defy natural instincts when they are roommates," commented one viewer.
Rescue dog is told he's loved, tears at his immediate response—"that smile"
"That smile could fix the worst of day," one user said, while another added: "He knows he's spoiled rotten. stinking cutey."
Shopper thrifts "cool mirror" but then they find something unexpected
The California-based thrift shopper was surprised to learn that the "cool mirror" actually turned into a neon-lit cat.
Dog brings his blankets upstairs for "snuggles" but there's a problem
The American XL bully had "forgotten" that his owner has to go to work on Fridays, leading to broken hearts online.
Gen Zer shares "scary" note left at door that made her fearful to go out
"I thought maybe a friend or my boyfriend had left it as a prank, but after ruling that out, I was very scared," the woman told Newsweek.
Husband refusing to cook in kitchen after what wife does to it backed
Newsweek spoke to a therapist about how the couple can navigate a way through the dispute.
Woman asks for oldest dog in shelter—her life hasn't been the same since
"It's just the way her personality just started to shine through," one user commented.
Thrifter shares ultimate Y2K fashion find worth $1,000: "Found THE heels"
"I've never been more jealous in my life," said one commenter on the thrifter's video.
Man sees wife's hair salon bill, then he does the unexpected
"[He] suddenly said, 'You know what? I have an idea,'" Brooke Barry told Newsweek.
Stranger returns wallet with $200 to owner-fury at shocking response
Newsweek discussed the Reddit post that has 46,000 upvotes with a clinical psychologist.
Hearts melt over puppy meeting brother for the first time vs 24 hours later
"We have 2 cockapoo's they get on like a house on fire," commented one viewer.
Internet applauds reason why thrifter buys clothes destined for landfill
Laws is on a mission to turn unwanted items into something people will treasure.
Golden retriever suddenly stops eating, hearts break as pet cam shows why
Owner Olivia, 25, told Newsweek that she "still felt bad when I watched the footage back" of her eight-month-old golden retriever Joey.
Dog's transformation after blowout has internet obsessed: "Woah"
"Please how do I tell my groomer this is what I want," one viewer commented, while another added: "Fluff ball of happiness."
Tears at what woman thought her parents' names were as a child
She was in for an awakening when she learned what those words actually meant.
Internet obsessed with hilarious reason woman will "never trust a man"
"He should have told you 'Good morning, Sunshine,'" joked one commenter.
Man thinks he got handwritten note from neighbor—Then sees what's inside
Xavier could "easily discern that the note wasn't handwritten" after looking at it, but he feared for elderly people who might think it was genuine.
Woman with 'pretty face' wants to lose weight-shock over what happens next
"Everything in my life was going great—except for my weight." Sarah told Newsweek.
Office romance between coworkers' dogs melts hearts
"HR said that office romance is forbidden. This is a fireable offense," one user wrote.
Prince Louis' adorable public mistake goes viral
Prince Louis' caring instincts around younger children got him into a spot of bother, Princess Kate revealed in a viral video.
"Dramatic" golden retriever mad after finding owner played with another dog
"He said 'get your filthy paws off of me," one viewer remarked in the comments under the viral video.
Why Gen Z bride won't apologize to bachelorette guest backed: "Super rude"
The woman told Reddit users that her guest brought her crocheting gear to every activity, even to a museum private tour.
Shelter dog's "spirit is fading" after waiting over 700 days to be adopted
Clubby was rescued from an abusive owner and has "struggled with trust" throughout his time at the shelter.
"Velcro" stray kitten climbs up woman's leg, the rest is history
"I think this is the quickest I've seen someone accept their fate with a stray," one commenter wrote.
Woman has tooth pulled out—outrage over what husband does while "out of it"
"I wouldn't trust him alone with my baby," one person wrote, while another added:
Couple's "married but separate" sleep setup sparks praise
Rabeeh Moudallal explained to viewers how it's their "survival strategy."
How dog asks owner to follow her delights viewers: "cutest boss"
"The clearest communication I've ever seen from a dog," one user said. Another added: "That's the most blatant c'mon I've ever seen."
Boyfriend and cat didn't get along—her owner's fix melts hearts
"Watch him be jealous all of a sudden," commented one social media user.
