The Most Popular Articles of 2025: From Biotechnology to Changes in Diet.

According to Vox: In anticipation of the holidays, we summarize our most popular stories of 2025 — an easy way to find out what our readers enjoyed among the variety of content online.

Grouping these materials, two main themes emerge. The first is about everyday life: what we eat and drink, how we live, and what is happening with our bodies. The other theme has a more global nature: the growing influence of the technology industry and the associated risks to our consciousness in the CRISPR era.

A common motive in all these stories has been skepticism mixed with curiosity. For example, you will undoubtedly click on articles about cute wolves but will also be left with uncomfortable questions about ethics, incentives, and unintended consequences. Here are ten materials that interested you the most in 2025.

1) These fluffy white wolves explain everything wrong with bringing back extinct animals

What can I say? A cute, fluffy wolf, especially with ties to Game of Thrones, always wins over algorithms. ... 'De-extinction,' it turns out, does not simply mean resurrection; it’s engineering, with all its complexities. ...

2) You’re being lied to about protein

In 2025, protein has become not just a dietary element but also a personality trait. ... According to data, the recommended daily allowance is approximately 0.36 grams per pound of body weight for most adults. ...

3) The decline of drinking, explained in one chart

This story from a good news newsletter illustrates optimistic trends that always attract attention. ... Gallup reports that 54% of Americans claim they drink alcohol — the lowest level since 1939. ...

4) The broligarchs have a vision for the new Trump term. It’s darker than you think.

The argument made immediately after the inauguration ... reflects the 'winner-takes-all' ideology that elevates dominance. ...

5) How meditation deconstructs your mind

Materials about meditation are always in demand for one main reason: we all suffer from stress. ... Views on practices like focused attention not only calm but can also reduce your control over rigid mental 'priorities'. ...

6) This little-known company is a major funder of right-wing politics. You’ve probably eaten their chicken.

This story emphasizes that 'voting with your wallet' is not straightforward. ... Mountaire Farms produces about 1 in 13 chickens consumed in the USA. ...

7) The Ozempic effect is finally showing up in obesity data

For decades, obesity levels in the USA have shown a dismal trend. ... Gallup indicated a nearly 3 percentage point decrease in perceptions of obesity levels. ...

8) The terrifying reality behind one of America’s fastest-growing dairy brands

Ultra-filtered dairy brand Fairlife sells milk with a high protein content. ...

9) “A whole new thing that could end the world”

As we entered 2025, everything looked intriguing. ... 'Right versions' of molecules can behave like the worst invasive species. ...

10) “25 things we think will happen in 2025”

Our annual forecasting package brings the editorial discussion closer to the creative process. ...

Bonus: “How to make the hardest choices of your life”

This story turned out to be a winner in motivating people to become part of Vox. ... It’s a simple question for making the hardest decisions: who do you want to become?

A version of this story originally appeared in the Future Perfect newsletter.

Thus, these stories not only illustrate audience interest but also reflect contemporary challenges and changes in society. From questions of ethics in restoring extinct species to modern trends in nutrition — each of these topics invites deeper contemplation of our lives in the contemporary world.