From Liam Payne to Crowdstrike, here are the top trending searches of 2024, according to Google

Google's 2024 trending searches reveal global interests in sports, politics, and viral sensations from TikTok.

: Google's 2024 trending searches highlight global interests, with sports events leading the list. Donald Trump's election win sparked significant search interest, outperforming Kamala Harris. Unexpected search hits included Dubai chocolate bars and viral internet theories from TikTok.

Google's 2024 list of top trending searches reveals significant global interests, with sporting events dominating the rankings. The top search terms were related to soccer and cricket tournaments, showcasing the widespread popularity of these sports outside the U.S.

Searches (Global)

  1. Copa América
  2. UEFA European Championship
  3. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup
  4. India vs England
  5. Liam Payne
  6. Donald Trump
  7. India vs Bangladesh
  8. iPhone 16
  9. Olympic Games Paris 2024
  10. Catherine, Princess of Wales

In the political arena, Donald Trump's election victory drove a surge in search interest, outpacing Kamala Harris on both the global and U.S. lists. Trump's notable presence in searches reflects his continued influence and the contentious nature of the election cycle.

Viral trends on platforms such as TikTok played a substantial role in shaping search behaviors. Dubai chocolate bars emerged as a notable trend, driven by a viral TikTok video, exemplifying the cross-platform impact on search behaviors, while trending internet theories such as the 'burnt-toast theory' and the 'orange peel theory' captured attention.

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