The odd evolution of inflated job titles
Inflation even hits job titles!
Why I gave up on the X Platform
Because the platform is filled with idiots.
News services use AI to write articles, with both real and fake author names attached
Some have been using AI to re-edit and re-publish work by actual authors, whose names are still on the piece, while others are using AI to generate stories with fake author names.
Media: False – “Nearly half of Americans feel home ownership is impossible”
But some how 66% of Americans own their own home, near an all time high.
Media: How news stories are routinely spun “negative”
The negativity expressed here is an explanation of how useless the media has become.
Media: The narcissism of travel writing
Modern travel writing is all about narcissism, unfortunately, as it has to compete with social media selfies, etc.
Media: “A confirmed case of chickenpox has been reported within the Monessen Elementary Center.” – except not really
Reality in 2nd sentence of their own story: “According to a second letter sent out by the district, what was originally believed to be a case of chickenpox at the Monessen Elementary Center has turned out to be a viral rash, and chickenpox has been ruled out. “
Media: Journalism jobs fall by 57% since 2010?
The job market for journalism grads has dropped sharply. The 57% claim may actually be from 1980, not 2010, though.
In 2013, the AP Style Guide banned reference to “illegal immigrant”
Interesting – says its okay to say “without legal permission”.
Media: Both headlines cannot be true simultaneously
They just make stuff up – “spreads like wildfire” and “creeps to”. Hmmmmm.