By Wali Bukhari Introduction Every single day, #Wikipedia removes around 1,000 to 1,500 pages. That is roughly 10 to 25 percent of all new articles created. Most of these deletions happen within just one or two hours of the article being published. The number one reason? The topic is not considered notable enough — not because the writing is poor or the content is wrong, but simply because the topic has not been covered enough by outside, trustworthy sources. What Does "Notable" Actually Mean? Wikipedia has a clear rule called the General Notability Guideline ( GNG ). It says that a topic deserves an article only if it has been covered in a meaningful way by reliable, independent sources — meaning sources that have no personal connection to the subject. Just because something exists does not mean it belongs on Wikipedia. No matter how well you write an article, if the topic has not been talked about by outside sources, the article will be removed. Wikipedia also has extra rul...
If you're building a strong personal or business brand online, a Google Knowledge Panel can be a game changer. As someone who helps entrepreneurs and creators with their digital visibility, I, Wali Bukhari, want to break down how you can secure your own Knowledge Panel in 2025 and why it matters. A Google Knowledge Panel is the information box that appears on the right-hand side of search results when someone searches for a notable person, brand, or business. It showcases verified data, links, social profiles, and more all pulled from trusted sources across the web. Google doesn't allow users to directly create a Knowledge Panel, but there are strategic steps to increase your chances: Build a strong digital footprint Publish your bio across authoritative platforms like Crunchbase, IMDb, Forbes, and Business Insider (if relevant). I recommend getting listed in reputable directories as well. Claim your Google entity Use Google Search Console to link your site, and claim any exist...