2024 Was a Year of Firsts—Here Are 10 That Blew Our Minds

1. Water on an Asteroid

Scientists found water on an asteroid for the first time ever.

2. Parents Convicted in a School Shooting

In a tragic first, parents were charged and convicted in connection with a school shooting. A heartbreaking moment that might spark the normalization of those kinds of convictions.

3. Pig Kidney Transplant Success

Doctors successfully transplanted a pig kidney into a human.

4. Running Across Africa

An extreme marathoner completed a 10,000-mile run across Africa in just 352 days. That’s dedication.

5. Taco Stand Earns a Michelin Star

A street-food taco stand in Mexico made history by earning a Michelin star. Proof that tacos are officially gourmet.

6. Saudi Arabia Hosts a Swimsuit Fashion Show

Saudi Arabia took a major step forward (or maybe sideways?) by hosting its first-ever swimsuit fashion show.

7. Felon Elected President

Donald Trump, convicted of 34 felonies, became the first felon elected president. Oh, and he also became the oldest president in history.

8. Orangutan Self-Care

Researchers saw an orangutan treating itself with medicinal herbs.

9. Breakdancing in the Olympics

Breakdancing debuted in the Olympics—and promptly retired before the 2028 Games. Partially due to the ridiculous moves of one dancer named "Raygun".

10. LeBron and Bronny Team Up

LeBron James and his son Bronny played an NBA game together. A dream come true for LeBron, even if Bronny is still finding his footing.

2024, you were wild. Here’s to whatever craziness 2025 has in store!