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Maryam Moshiri's Viral Groundhog Day Report Delights Viewers

2/4/2026

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BBC News presenter Maryam Moshiri's Groundhog Day report went viral after she explained Punxsutawney Phil's weather prediction on February 2 and referenced a 1993 film Groundhog Day.
She repeated the bulletin and engaged viewers.
On X, she acknowledged the playful approach, citing that viewers know she does fun.
In 2023, she drew attention for displaying her middle finger during a broadcast, later saying it was a joke with her team.

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BBC News presenter Maryam Moshiri's Groundhog Day report went viral after she explained Punxsutawney Phil's weather prediction on February 2 and referenced a 1993 film Groundhog Day.
She repeated the bulletin and engaged viewers.
On X, she acknowledged the playful approach, citing that viewers know she does fun.
In 2023, she drew attention for displaying her middle finger during a broadcast, later saying it was a joke with her team.