Welcome back to our “On This Day in YouTube History” series!
Today, October 3rd, we’re diving into the digital time capsule to revisit some of the most compelling headlines and pivotal moments uploaded to the platform on this exact date throughout the years. From critical financial rescue plans and tense political showdowns to Nobel Prize announcements and moments of viral cultural impact, October 3rd has consistently delivered a snapshot of global shifts and breaking news.
Join us as we scroll back through the years to see what the world was watching and talking about On This Day!
The date shown in the YouTube API, the global standard, is October 3rd, while the website often shows the date of October 2nd due to the use of the California time (Pacific Time)So don’t worry, the difference is only a few hours.
October 3, 2024
Eminem – Temporary (feat. Skylar Grey) [Official Music Video]
Most Disturbing New Footage Of The Apalachee High School Shooting Goes Viral
The Incident: It describes the shooting perpetrated by a 14-year-old student named Colt Gray, which resulted in the deaths of two students and two teachers.
The Shooter’s Background: It explores Colt Gray’s troubled family history, including parental divorce, arrests of his mother, and a previous report regarding a potential shooting threat made by Colt on Discord.
Context of Violence: The video draws parallels between the Apalachee shooting and other historical incidents of school violence in the U.S., such as the Columbine Massacre.
Legal Consequences: It details the criminal charges filed against Colt Gray (four counts of felony murder) and his father, Colin Gray (for allegedly giving his son the AR-15 rifle used in the attack as a Christmas gift).
Community and Political Response: It mentions the vigils, community support for the victims’ families, and statements from political figures regarding the urgent need for stronger gun laws.
October 3, 2023
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Kevin McCarthy Ousted : The video reports that Kevin McCarthy was removed as Speaker of the House in a dramatic vote, marking the first time in U.S. history a Speaker has been toppled in such a vote.
Hunter Biden’s Plea: Hunter Biden pleaded not guilty to three federal firearms charges after the collapse of an initial deal. The charges involve lying about his drug use in 2018 on a form to purchase a gun.
Laphonza Butler Sworn In : Vice President Kamala Harris swore in Laphonza Butler as a Senator from California. Butler was appointed by Governor Gavin Newsom to complete the term of the late Senator Dianne Feinstein.
Oldest Skydiver Attempt . Dorothy Hoffner, a 104-year-old Chicago woman, is hoping to be certified as the oldest person to ever skydive after completing a tandem jump in Northern Illinois.
Houston Football Player Goes Viral For Emotional Scholarship Reveal”, is from The Kelly Clarkson Show
The Story : Chandler Smith was a “walk-on” for the University of Houston football team after being told he had “no shot” because he was smaller than most running backs and had suffered a bad injury in his senior year of high school.
The Journey : It took years for him to get on the field, but when he finally got the call, he performed well, scoring “touchdown after touchdown.”
The Reveal : The biggest news was when his coach surprised him by announcing he was being put on scholarship . The video includes the emotional moment when Chandler shared the news with his father, Richard].
The Interview : Kelly Clarkson interviews Chandler and his father, Richard, who is an educator.
October 3, 2022
Marvel Studios’ Black Panther: Wakanda Forever | Official Trailer
Viral dance
Vanessa Bryant Attends Bad Bunny Concert with Friend & Security in Tow | TMZ
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Hurricane Ian Aftermath : The video reports that at least 68 people were confirmed dead in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, mostly in Florida. Hundreds of thousands remained without power, and many areas were still flooded.
President Biden to Puerto Rico : President Biden was scheduled to go to Puerto Rico on Monday (October 3) to view the damage from Hurricane Fiona, which left tens of thousands without power two weeks after hitting the island.
Brazil Presidential Election : Brazil held the first round of its presidential election on Sunday (October 2). Former president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva finished first, and current president Bolsonaro was closer than expected in second place. They were set to face each other in a runoff later that month.
Oath Keepers Trial : Opening statements were set for Monday (October 3) in the trial of Oath Keepers founder Stuart Rhodes and four others. They were charged with seditious conspiracy for what prosecutors alleged was a plot to stop the transfer of power from Donald Trump to President Biden.
October 3, 2021
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Plane Crash near Milan : A small single-engine plane crashed into a vacant two-story office building near Milan on Sunday, killing all eight people on board. The plane had taken off from Milan’s airport and was headed for the Italian island of Sardinia.
California Oil Spill : A major oil spill off the coast of Southern California soiled popular beaches and killed wildlife. Crews were scrambling to stop the crude before it spread further. The city of Huntington Beach reported that at least 126,000 gallons of oil spilled into the waters off Orange County.
Missing Florida Student : Authorities found the body of missing Florida college student Mia Marcano, who had disappeared a week earlier. Police named a maintenance worker who had entered her apartment unauthorized the day she disappeared and later killed himself as the prime suspect.
Migrant Protests in Chile : Dozens marched in downtown Santiago, Chile, on Sunday to demand better treatment for migrants as the number of those illegally entering the country continued to rise. Hundreds held both pro- and anti-immigration rallies throughout the country on Saturday. It was estimated that some 23,000 migrants had illegally crossed into Chile so far that year.
Video Of Purdue’s Cheerleaders In The Rain Is Going Viral
October 3, 2020
BTS: Dynamite | The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
The Viral Tragedy: The interviewee discusses the shock and distress caused by the video footage, highlighting the child’s desperate taps on his mother, who had died from severe dehydration after traveling for four days without food or water.The mother was feeding the child until the end
October 3, 2019
‘If You Talk About Me, You Can Go Viral For A Day Because That’s How Relevant I Am,’ Says 20-Year…
Justin Timberlake Attacked By Prankster Outside Louis Vuitton Show | TMZ TV
Former Ukraine envoy to meet House investigators; Biden pushes back against Trump accusations; Protests after ex-police officer sentenced; Bernie Sanders recovering after receiving stents.
1917 – Official Trailer [HD]
October 3, 2018
Kawhi Leonard Had NO IDEA His Laugh Went VIRAL!
Dirt Shark: TwoMac Ft. Eli Tomac on Two Stroke,Eli Tomac talks about the different feel of riding a two-stroke bike, noting that he hasn’t spent much time on them recently.
It’s all the more scary when you realise these guys were the “professionals” sent by the local power company…
Trump Mocks Dr. Ford : President Trump used a rally in Mississippi to mock Christine Blasey Ford for her allegation against then-Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Ford’s attorney publicly called Trump’s words a “vicious, vile, and soulless attack.”
Trump’s Finances : A new report claimed President Trump received more than $400 million from his father, much of it through “dubious tax schemes” or fraud. The White House and the president’s lawyer both rejected the report.
Indonesia Volcano : A volcano erupted in Indonesia on the same island that had been hit by an earthquake on Friday. Planes were warned about volcanic ash, but no immediate evacuations were ordered.
McDonald’s Protest Arrests : Eighteen people, including a congressional candidate, were arrested while protesting outside a McDonald’s restaurant in Detroit. The demonstrators were calling for a higher minimum wage and the right to form labor unions.
October 3, 2017
DREAMGIRLS | Official Trailer
This 50 year-old mom who looks like 18. Goes Viral on facebook
My Daughter Pretending to Like my Spaghetti. (ORIGINAL)
Las Vegas Shooting Suspect: It reports that the suspect in the mass shooting in Las Vegas (Stephen Paddock) had dozens of guns.
Las Vegas Vigil: It mentions a vigil held for the victims of the Las Vegas tragedy.
President Trump to Puerto Rico: It announces that President Trump was traveling to Puerto Rico.
Tom Petty’s Death: It includes the death of musician Tom Petty at age 66.
October 3, 2016
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales Official Teaser Trailer #1 (2017) Movie HD
U.S. Suspends Contact with Russia Over Syria: The U.S. suspended diplomatic contacts with Russia over the Syrian conflict, signaling continued difficult relations between the two countries.
Hospital Bombed in Syria: Aid groups reported that air strikes had damaged one of the country’s most secure hospitals, known as the “Cave Hospital” because it was dug into a mountain.
Hillary Clinton Mocks Donald Trump: Hillary Clinton criticized Donald Trump following a New York Times report that claimed Trump had a net loss of more than $915 million in 1995. Speaking at a rally, Clinton asked the crowd, “What kind of genius loses a billion dollars in a single year?”. Trump’s surrogates argued that the tax returns showed he was a genius for being able to navigate the tax code.
Kim Kardashian Robbery: Friends and family rushed to support Kim Kardashian after the reality TV star was reportedly robbed in Paris.
October 3, 2015
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True Confessions with Seth Rogen and Steve Wozniak
Oregon Community College Shooting: Authorities released new details on the fatal shooting at a community college in Southern Oregon. The shooter reportedly took his own life after killing nine people, and the number of guns linked to the shooter was updated to 14.
Bombing of Clinic in Kunduz, Afghanistan: Chaos was reported in the Afghan city of Kunduz after a Doctors Without Borders clinic came under sustained bombing early Saturday. The charity stated that at least 19 people, including 12 local staffers, were killed. The U.S. military opened an investigation to determine responsibility.
Hurricane Joaquin and the U.S. East Coast: Hurricane Joaquin stayed off the U.S. shoreline, but the East Coast—specifically North and South Carolina—experienced road closures due to heavy rain and severe flooding.
Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta: The video showed a spectacular sight in the skies over New Mexico, where hundreds of hot air balloons took off for the 44th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, drawing thousands of spectators from around the world.
October 3, 2014
Ebola Contamination in Dallas: A Dallas woman facing home confinement with her relatives after an Ebola-infected man stayed at their apartment stated she was still waiting for health officials to collect the bed sheets and towels used by the infected man.
Denver School Board and Patriotism: A suburban Denver school board, under fire for proposing that some school district U.S. history classes be designed to “promote patriotism,” was not backing off its original plan. However, in a nod to protesters, the board voted to include students, parents, and administrators in its curriculum reviews.
British Prime Minister Visits Afghanistan: British Prime Minister David Cameron made a surprise visit to Afghanistan to support the country’s newly sworn-in President, Ashraf Ghani Ahmadzai, who was sworn in on Monday.
American League Division Series (ALDS) Results:
- Kansas City Royals vs. Los Angeles Angels: Mike Moustakas led off the 11th inning with a home run, lifting the Kansas City Royals to a 3-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels in Game 1 of their AL Division Series on Thursday.
- Baltimore Orioles vs. Detroit Tigers: The Baltimore Orioles routed the Detroit Tigers in their opening game with a 12-3 victory.
Miss Meadows Official Trailer #1 (2014) – Katie Holmes Movie HD
October 3, 2013
Rihanna – Pour It Up (Explicit)
The Gruffalo – Official Trailer
Twin Panda Cubs News: Good news for panda fans: the twin panda cubs born at Zoo Atlanta in July were in good health and growing at a good rate. Online voting for possible names was scheduled to get underway the following week.
Capitol Chase and Shooting: Officials and witnesses reported that a woman tried to ram a car through a White House barricade, setting off a chase that ended in gunfire outside the Capitol. One police officer was reported hurt.
U.S. Government Shutdown: The chase incident temporarily halted debate on how to end the government shutdown. Speaking at a small business, President Obama stated that House Speaker John Boehner was the only thing “standing in the way of reopening the federal government”. Boehner, in turn, blamed the President’s “my way or the highway” approach.
California Driver’s Licenses for Immigrants: Governor Jerry Brown signed a bill adding California to a growing list of states that would grant driver’s licenses to immigrants who were in the country illegally. Licenses were set to be issued starting in January 2015, but they could not be used as federal identification.
October 3,2012
U.S. Presidential Debates: With five weeks until Election Day, millions were turning their attention to the presidential debates. Republican Mitt Romney was hoping the prime-time debates would help him connect with voters, while President Barack Obama was looking to hold on to his narrow lead in national polls.
Violence in Syria and on the Turkish Border:
- In the Syrian city of Aleppo, suicide bombers set off several cars packed with explosives, killing over 30 people.
- Meanwhile, the mayor of a town in neighboring Turkey reported that a shell fired from inside Syria had landed on a home in his city, killing at least three people there.
Marijuana Discovery in Chicago: Police in Chicago announced they would spend the next few days chopping down about 1,000 marijuana plants they found growing near a major expressway. Officers estimated the crop could have been worth as much as $10 million once packaged.
Mike Tyson Banned from New Zealand: Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson, who was looking forward to visiting New Zealand the following month, was banned from the country. New Zealand officials canceled his visa, citing the boxer’s 1992 rape conviction
Killer Mike – “Reagan” (Official Music Video)
The video features and discusses the powerful on-air response given by Jennifer Livingston, a local news anchor in Wisconsin, to an anonymous, critical email about her weight.
Content Summary
Livingston used her platform to address bullying and the responsibility of adults to be role models in how they treat others.
The Critical Email: The segment begins by reading the letter from a viewer who criticizes Livingston for being “overweight” and “obese,” arguing that she was “not a suitable example for this community’s young people, girls in particular” and calling obesity “one of the worst choices a person can make”.
The Anchor’s Response: Livingston delivered an emotional and direct response on air, admitting she was “overweight,” “fat,” and “even obese on a doctor’s chart”.
She confronted the critic directly, asking, “Do you think I don’t know that? That your cruel words are pointing out something that I don’t see?”.
In a powerful moment, she told the critic: “You don’t know me… you know nothing about me but what you see on the outside and I am much more than a number on a scale”.
The Weeknd – Rolling Stone (Explicit) (Official Video)
October 3, 2011
Nobel Prize in Medicine: The Nobel Prize in Medicine was awarded to three scientists for their discoveries on the immune system, which helped find new ways to prevent and treat infections, cancer, and inflammations. The recipients were American Bruce Beutler, France’s Jules Hoffmann, and Canadian-born Ralph Steinman, who would share the $1.5 million prize.
“Occupy Wall Street” Protests: After 700 people were arrested on the Brooklyn Bridge over the weekend, the “Occupy Wall Street” protest entered its third week. The anti-Wall Street campaign had spread from New York to several other cities.
West Virginia Air Crash Report: A preliminary National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) report stated that nothing broke off a 1950 plane before it crashed during a West Virginia Air Show the previous month. There had been no sign of trouble before the plane plunged to the ground and exploded, killing the pilot.
Michael Jackson Doctor Trial: In the manslaughter trial against Michael Jackson’s doctor, prosecutors were set to further their examination of an emergency room physician who gave paramedics permission to pronounce the pop superstar dead.
The Lion King – Official Music Video – The Circle Of Life
Atreyu – Her Portrait In Black
October 3,2010
Terror Warning in Europe: The Obama Administration was warning Americans about potential terror threats in Europe, urging U.S. citizens to be “extra vigilant” in public places. The alert was one step below a formal travel warning advising Americans not to visit Europe.
Vigil for Rutgers Student: Rutgers University was set to hold a silent vigil for 18-year-old freshman Tyler Clementi, who committed suicide after his sexual encounter was secretly streamed online. The tribute was to come the day after he was remembered at the school’s homecoming football game.
Plane Crash in Peru: A small plane carrying British tourists crashed into the Nazca lines plains in Peru, killing all six people on board. The local police chief indicated that the Cessna apparently had engine trouble, which led it to crash in a field.
Locust Plague in Australia: A major plague of locusts was expected to strike Australia. Farmers there were bracing for what was predicted to be the worst locust infestation in decades due to wet weather that created perfect breeding conditions.
Grape Lady falls (Original)
October 3,2009
Michael Jackson – Thriller (Official Video – Shortened Version)
Avril Lavigne – When You’re Gone (Official Video)
Foo Fighters – Everlong (Official HD Video)
Alicia Keys – No One (Official Music Video)
Michael Jackson – Thriller (Official 4K Video)
- Obama’s Plans for Laid-off Workers: President Barack Obama was looking at ways to ease the burdens on laid-off workers, including potentially extending benefits for the unemployed. Although the jobless rate continued to climb, Obama stated in his weekly address that he wanted options to promote job creation.
- Earthquake and Landslides in Indonesia: Government officials in Indonesia reported that landslides triggered by an earthquake had wiped out at least four villages, where the death toll could reach 1,300 people. More than 30,000 structures were flattened.
- Court Appearance in Erin Andrews Case: The video reported on the court appearance of a man accused of secretly taping ESPN anchor Erin Andrews. The 48-year-old man was arrested in Chicago and faced charges of stalking and trying to sell the tapes.
- French-born Chocolatier to Represent U.S.: A French-born chocolatier was “living the sweet life” and was set to represent the U.S. at a world chocolate competition in Paris. The story mentioned he spent months tinkering with flavors, designing showpieces, and practicing to put it all together.
October 3, 2008
- Financial Rescue Plan and Congress: The House of Representatives was set to take up a revived and revised rescue plan for the financial markets. The plan included tax breaks and a bump in Federal Deposit Insurance. A vote on the $700 billion plan was expected in the early afternoon.
- Vice Presidential Debate Analysis: The previous night’s vice presidential debate, which pitted veteran Democratic Senator Joe Biden against newcomer Republican Governor Sarah Palin, resulted in “no knockout blows or major gaffes”. Analysts said Palin tried to use the forum to “reclaim her identity as a feisty reformer”.
- Wachovia-Wells Fargo Merger: There was a reversal in the banking world: Wachovia announced it would merge with Wells Fargo in a $15.1 billion deal, instead of Citigroup. Citigroup quickly responded, saying “not so fast,” as it wanted Wachovia to abide by the terms of an earlier deal for its banking operations.
- Global Warming Affects Truffles: The final story reported trouble for truffles, a “rare and mysterious underground delicacy”. Global warming was “putting a crimp” on the truffle supply, leading people to turn to greenhouses to grow truffles “just as delicious as the ones from the forest”.
Kid Rock – Roll On [Official Music Video]
October 3, 2007
Officer Accused Of Kicking Man In Face
October 3, 2006
Graceworks Project Kenya 2006
October 3, 2005
A Night With The STFU
Muddy Cruddy Award
And many more videos you can watch from each year!