Instagram's Top News Reels: Fighting Hunger and Ageism

Our most popular Instagram videos of the year showed two very different, yet powerful, human stories. One top video took viewers inside a factory in Rhode Island, USA. This facility produces a special peanut-based paste called Plumpy'Nut. This ready-to-eat food is a critical tool for treating severe malnutrition in children during humanitarian crises. Another leading reel featured an inspiring sports tournament in South Africa. It showcased teams of "soccer grannies"—women, many in their 60s and 70s, playing football. The teams promote health and challenge stereotypes about aging. These widely viewed reports highlight global issues: the lifesaving work of nutritional aid and the fight against age discrimination.