Rumor Claims The Simpsons Predicted an Internet Blackout on January 16, 2025

Rumor Claims The Simpsons Predicted an Internet Blackout on January 16, 2025

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A strange rumor is spreading online, saying that an episode of The Simpsons predicted a worldwide internet blackout on January 16, 2025.

The Simpsons is famous for “predicting” future events, like smartwatches and major global happenings. Fans often discuss how the show seems to foresee real-life events.

Recently, a modified video has gone viral, claiming to show a scene from the show. The video connects the supposed internet blackout to Donald Trump’s inauguration, claiming it is on January 16. However, the official U.S. presidential inauguration date is January 20, not January 16.

Many influencers and content creators have shared this video on Instagram, insisting the show predicted this event. Some versions even suggest that a shark biting an underwater cable would cause the internet outage.

The video, clearly edited, has become a source of humor for many. Social media users joked about watching the reel on January 16 or losing their internet connection, saying, “16 January ko recharge katam honi wala hai.”

Interestingly, there have been real reports of sharks damaging underwater internet cables, as noted by the BBC. Despite this, the video is mostly seen as a joke, sparking laughs and curiosity rather than concern.