More than half of this year’s top Google searches were sports related.
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According to the Internet search engine, Caitlyn Jenner’s transition and Adele’s epic comeback landed on the list for most clicked; but it was Lamar’s downfall that became one of the stop “trending” general searches of 2015. But in 2015, some of the most searched-for deaths in the US weren’t famous people at all, but regular people who died while in police custody.
Former Taoiseach Charlie Haughey was the most searched politician in Ireland, with Leo Varadakr in second place just ahead of Donald Trump. Jurassic World which obtained number four in the ranking, is a science fiction adventure movie directed by Colin Trevorrow with the collaboration of Steven Spielberg in the production.
Caitlyn Jenner, who was previously known as Bruce Jenner, follows Odom in the “trending people” list. The list offers a fascinating glimpse of what a portion of the planet thinks about, questions, and researches.
Sieberg also clarified the definition of “trending”, which he said refers to “big spikes” in searches when people want to hear about something – rather than the volume.
Google has been publishing a version of its Year in Search, originally called Zeitgeist, since 2001.
Above: The Eiffel Tower after the November 13, 2015 Paris terror attacks. Biggest searches of the year The most searched for topic overall wasn’t someone who died, though he came close.
One of the most interesting aspects of Google’s presentation is that it can show how news spreads – and how fast. What is 0 divided by 0? 2. This year, Google has also provided in-depth looks at each story, with additional graphics, visualizations and videos.
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Jarryd Hayne was the No. 1 searched Australian by Australians, followed closely by the new Prime Minister, and then Ivan Milat. When it comes to pets, we’re most curious as to why dogs wag their tails.
