Viral
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Zhang Chaoyang Praises Wei Dongyi’s Content Creation: “His Academic Outreach is a Form of Public Service”
Mathematician Wei Dongyi gained viral fame on Douyin, accumulating over 24 million followers in three days. The World Record Certification Agency recognized his rapid follower growth. His account will feature mathematics content, connecting him with a wider audience. Sohu CEO Zhang Chaoyang acknowledged Wei’s social media presence as natural, highlighting the shift towards social media for educational content and publications.
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Sibling Rivals: Brother Accompanies Sister to Pick Up New Car, Gets Rear-Ended on the Highway
A new, unregistered Changan sedan crashed on the Shenhai Expressway in China, rear-ending a Toyota. Footage showed the Changan failing to brake in time. Surprisingly, the drivers were siblings; the sister had just bought the Changan and was following her brother. The sister was fined for failing to maintain a safe distance. The incident went viral, sparking humorous online comments about sibling relationships.
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Wei Dongyi Gains Nearly Ten Million Followers in a Day After Posting a Four-Second Introduction
Mathematics professor Wei Dongyi, known as “Wei God,” experienced a meteoric rise on Douyin, China’s TikTok. In just 11 hours after his debut, he gained over 9 million followers, nearing 10 million. His simple introduction video sparked significant engagement, particularly during the Chinese National College Entrance Examination. While impressive, his growth, though rapid, still trails some top Douyin stars.
