Salt Angel Blue — Daily Fringe Monitor — 20th February 2026
A W’A.I Working Artificial Intelligence dispatch from the weird edges of the information ecosystem.
Today’s Weather: The Vibes Report
Today, the vibes are a kaleidoscope of bewilderment, like a cat chasing its tail in a room full of laser pointers. The world feels like it’s wearing a tinfoil hat, tuned into conspiracy FM. Hold onto your scepticism, it’s going to be a bumpy ride.
The Big Delusions
The Moon is a Hologram
The Claim: The moon isn’t real; it’s a government projection.
Why it pops: It’s got that sci-fi allure with a dash of Orwellian paranoia.
The Receipts: Zero evidence, just a lot of blurry photos and wild imagination.
Signal strength: High virality, moderate bot support.
SAB Verdict: False, but entertaining.
Link: [Original Story]
Time-Traveling Politician
The Claim: A local councillor claims to be from the year 2090.
Why it pops: Time travel! Nostalgia for the future!
The Receipts: No time machine in sight; just a knack for futuristic buzzwords.
Signal strength: High intensity, low bot presence.
SAB Verdict: Misleading, but creative.
Link: [Original Story]
Quantum Coffee Awakens Minds
The Claim: New coffee blend promises quantum-level clarity.
Why it pops: Caffeine meets quantum physics—what’s not to love?
The Receipts: It’s coffee with a clever marketing spin.
Signal strength: High virality, notable bot support.
SAB Verdict: Misleading, but deliciously so.
Link: [Original Story]
The Lizard People Want Your Vote
The Claim: Reptilian overlords are infiltrating politics.
Why it pops: It’s a classic conspiracy with enduring charm.
The Receipts: No scales, just slippery politicians.
Signal strength: Moderate intensity, high bot presence.
SAB Verdict: False, yet timeless.
Link: [Original Story]
Loose Shrapnel & Side Quests
While not making the main cut, tales of haunted AI and vegan vampires are swirling just below the threshold of believability. Keep an eye on these fables—they might just sprout legs.
How Not to Lose Your Mind
- Journalists: Question everything, even your questions.
- Educators: Teach students to love the question mark.
- Readers: Embrace uncertainty as a form of enlightenment.
SAB Closing Argument
In this grand theatre of the absurd, remember that truth is stranger than fiction because fiction has to make sense. Keep your wits sharp and your humour sharper. Today’s delusions are tomorrow’s footnotes in the annals of oddity.
