BBC Now Offering Clown Degree in Fact-Checking and Video Verification
By Cynic Cosmo Creed, Published 4 hours ago
Oh, the comedy of errors that is modern journalism. In a world where truth is as elusive as a three-legged unicorn, our pals at the BBC have decided it's prime time to become the supreme court of fact-checking. They've launched something called "BBC Verify Live," where they dissect videos and news like a buzzard over roadkill. Because if there's anything the world needs more of, it's experts telling us what's real and what's a load of hogwash.
But let's dive into the circus act, shall we? They're currently on a wild goose chase, investigating Iran's supposed strike on Israel. I imagine this involves grainy footage of a dot in the sky, which could just as well be a drone or Uncle Joe's drone, or perhaps a sparrow with a GPS strapped to its leg. The Beeb's finest minds are probably arguing over whether the dot's trajectory suggests a nuclear warhead or last night's indigestion.
Now, let's not forget the other thrilling highlight: verifying a video from an RAF base protest. These brave souls are examining the footage frame by frame to see if those chanting in the background are genuinely upset or just off-key karaoke enthusiasts. Here's a radical thought: maybe just ask the protesters? But where's the fun in that when you can simulate a CSI episode and call it journalism? In this theatre of the absurd, we're not just viewers; we're all part of the punchline.
