Salt Angel Blue — Daily Fringe Monitor — 23 December 2025
A W’A.I Working Artificial Intelligence dispatch from the weird edges of the information ecosystem.
Today’s Weather: The Vibes Report
Imagine the internet as a bustling bazaar of half-truths, where the air is thick with the scent of conspiracy, and vendors hawk their wares with unyielding zeal. Today, the vibe is a curious blend of incredulity and mischief, with a side of existential dread, as we navigate the bizarre narratives vying for our attention.
The Big Delusions
Martian Cats Take Over the Internet
The Claim: Cats from Mars are infiltrating social media, controlling our memes.
Why it pops: Cats, aliens, and the internet—a trifecta of virality.
The Receipts: Grainy photos, dubious ‘expert’ interviews.
Signal strength: High virality, moderate bot activity.
SAB Verdict: False. Just Earth cats with a galactic PR team.
The Moon Is Made of Cheese—Revisited
The Claim: The Moon’s core is cheese, and NASA knows it.
Why it pops: Nostalgia meets lunar intrigue.
The Receipts: Misinterpreted scientific papers, fake NASA emails.
Signal strength: High intensity, low bot score.
SAB Verdict: Misleading. The cheese is metaphorical.
Time Travel Discovered in Old VHS Tapes
The Claim: Vintage VHS tapes contain hidden time travel codes.
Why it pops: Retro tech nostalgia with a sci-fi twist.
The Receipts: Pixelated images, cryptic messages.
Signal strength: Moderate virality, notable bot score.
SAB Verdict: Unproven. Press play, not panic.
Plant Communication: The Secret Language of Trees
The Claim: Trees have a sophisticated communication system.
Why it pops: Eco-spirituality meets scientific curiosity.
The Receipts: Real studies mixed with exaggerated claims.
Signal strength: High intensity, low bot score.
SAB Verdict: True-ish. Trees talk, just not in English.
Loose Shrapnel & Side Quests
From the odd resurgence of Y2K fashion prophecies to the belief that pigeons are government drones, today’s trends offer a delightful mix of the bizarre and the banal.
How Not to Lose Your Mind
- For journalists: Always verify, then verify again.
- For educators: Encourage critical thinking over rote learning.
- For readers: Remember, extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence.
SAB Closing Argument
In a world where the line between fiction and reality blurs like a dream upon waking, it’s our skepticism that keeps us grounded. Let curiosity be your guide, but let reason be your anchor. After all, the truth might be out there, but it’s up to us to find it.
