π§ #BrainFood 10.21.24
π΅βπ« America's gullibility crisis
We humans are GREAT at digesting headlines. just super bad at understanding context. Which, isβ¦ the most important part Β―\_(γ)_/Β―
From the article:
Misinformation Spread: Following a recent presidential debate, a dubious affidavit claiming that Kamala Harris received debate questions in advance gained traction on social media, amplified by figures like Elon Musk and Bill Ackman.
Claims of Rigging: The affidavit, sourced from an unreliable website, alleged that ABC News rigged the debate in favor of Harris, a claim quickly debunked by ABC and fact-checkers.
Prominent Endorsements: Despite the lack of evidence, Musk and Ackman publicly supported the allegations, with Ackman urging Disney CEO Bob Iger to investigate the claims.
Conspiracy Theories: The narrative surrounding the affidavit included bizarre claims, such as the supposed death of a whistleblower in a car accident shortly after revealing the information.
Fact-Checking Response: ABC News firmly denied the allegations, stating they adhered to agreed-upon debate rules, while fact-checkers found no basis for the claims regarding prior knowledge of questions.
π¦ Egypt declared malaria-free after 100-year effort
βMalaria is as old as Egyptian civilization itself, but the disease that plagued pharaohs now belongs to its history," said WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.
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This drone shot from the Dodger game last night
How many times have you seen drone shots of LA, a ton. This one is just, stunning.
π² Kurt Vonnegutβs Lost Board Game Is Finally for Sale
β¨ Kurt Vonnegut's long-lost board game, General Headquarters (GHQ), is now available for purchase at Barnes & Noble, decades after its creation. Designed during a challenging period in his early writing career, the game is a fast-paced two-player military battle game, contrasting with Vonnegut's anti-war sentiments. Although he never succeeded in selling it, tabletop game designer Geoff Engelstein revived the project after discovering Vonnegut's notes. The first edition features deluxe wooden pieces and a commentary booklet that includes insights into Vonnegut's creative process, making it a potential collector's item despite lacking the dark humor typical of his literary works
βΉοΈββοΈNikeβs ad celebrating the newly crowned WNBA Champs
So simple & classy.