Today, January 15th, marks Wikipedia Day , a celebration of the world’s largest free encyclopedia and its mission to share knowledge. But let’s be honest—if there’s one topic that truly embodies the spirit of the internet, it’s cats ! From memes to famous felines, cats have captured our hearts and our screens. What better way to honor Wikipedia than to dive into how it chronicles the phenomenon of cats on the internet? Pic: Jerry from Sioux Falls, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons Cats: The Original Internet Stars Before social media influencers and viral dances, cats were the internet's true pioneers. The Wikipedia article “Cats and the Internet” offers a fascinating overview of how our feline friends became online sensations. According to the page, cats have dominated platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok with their adorable antics, mysterious allure, and often comical personalities. Fun Facts from Wikipedia: The phenomenon of cat videos dates back to...