From sports and breaking news to personalities and entertainment, searches recorded on Google reflect the global community's main concerns over the past year.
Sports is one of the most searched topics in 2024. The most searched major events on Google in 2024 include the European Football Championship (Euro 2024), the Copa America football tournament, and the T20 men's cricket world cup. These events attracted millions of searches, demonstrating the strong love of sports among users around the world.
In the news space, political events, natural disasters and climate change dominated searches. The most popular events of the year included the US election, with Donald Trump and Kamala Harris locked in a fierce battle.
Information about the Olympic Games with a series of side stories as well as controversies surrounding the organization in Paris. In addition, information about hot weather also attracts millions of people's attention in 2024.
2024 also saw the world's attention turn to prominent individuals, including leaders, athletes and celebrities. US President-elect Donald Trump tops the list.
They are followed by Princess Catherine of Wales, US Vice President Kamala Haris and Algerian boxer Imane Khelif. These figures are not only symbols of success but also associated with inspirational or controversial stories.
In the entertainment industry, movies, TV shows, and music generate huge traction around the world. International hits and music events shape pop culture trends, attracting millions of users.
Topping the list was Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out 2,” followed by Netflix’s “Baby Reindeer.” In the music category, American rapper Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” was the most searched song of the year.
