Chinese woman's plea for help killing pigs draws thousands to her village

When Daidai, a young woman in Chongqing, China, sought help on Douyin (Chinese TikTok) to slaughter two pigs for a traditional community feast because her father was too old, her plea went viral. Thousands of people flocked to her village, Qingfu, causing traffic jams and overwhelming the small community. The event, driven by a desire for community connection, was livestreamed and attracted over 100,000 viewers. Local tourism officials capitalized on the unexpected influx of visitors by donating more pigs and supporting local restaurants. Daidai, who only expected a few helpers, was astonished by the massive response, highlighting the power of social media to transform a small request into a major event.