THE FOURTH ESTATE

"We are very proud of the balanced, quality journalism that "..." produces, but we are concerned about the issues that are trying to make responsible, one-sided news plague our country. The exchange of biased and false news has become too common on social media, most alarmingly, some media outlets publish the same fake stories without fact-checking first. The exchange of biased false news has become too common... ... unfortunately, some members of the media use their platforms to push their own personal bias and agenda to control exactly what people think, and THIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS FOR OUR DEMOCRACY.".




The media is called the "fourth estate" because, in theory, they have great influence in society and in balancing power along with the three traditional branches of the State: the executive, the legislative, and the judiciary.
The media, through their ability to inform, influence public opinion, and oversee public powers, play a crucial role in modern society. The term reflects their ability to influence politics, culture, and public perception, and their role as a counterbalance to established political power.

To have all the power, it is necessary to control the media. In Spain, only the A3Media Group has been granted over 100 million euros in public subsidies between 2013 and 2022*. Only in subsidies. This must be added to institutional advertising. In early 2023, the Government approved a budget of 440 million euros** to disseminate institutional advertising in media and other platforms.

These are their conclusions.

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It's been 10 years since Conan O'Brien did a sketch on his show where he picked up how many media outlets reported on a news story, all parroting the same text like parrots.





Then the fourth estate sends you the message of "Protect yourself from lies and hoaxes. To get informed, trust journalists."

"80.9% of citizens agree that Television, Radio, and Press are the best guarantee against the proliferation of misinformation***."

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And that would be true if there weren't economic interests involved. With the current social change, largely due to the Internet, both television, radio, and the press have been suffering a considerable loss of advertising revenue in recent years, as the advertising pie is shared among more guests.
If you need money to continue with your lifestyle, the State can help you with public subsidies and a considerable increase in institutional advertising, but of course, then don't go against the interests of the State, right? Logical.

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A DETROIT NEIGHBORHOOD FREEZES OVER AFTER A MASSIVE FLOOD

It’s hard to look at the footage and not be reminded of the apocalyptic scenes from The Day After Tomorrow, where paleoclimatologist Jack Hall warns that global warming could trigger a sudden and catastrophic climate shift. Despite his pleas to politicians to take action, the disaster becomes inevitable.

After the video went viral on social media, many are left wondering how there are still people who believe climate change is just a hoax created by political elites to push an agenda and tighten control over the population. What else needs to happen? MY GOD, WHAT ELSE?!



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THE TAKEOFF OF DRONES IN A SHOW IN CHINA IS ALREADY A SPECTACLE IN ITSELF

In Europe, where we pride ourselves on being the most "progressive" on the planet, every year there's a debate about banning fireworks because poor little dogs suffer. As a solution, drone and light shows are often suggested, but can we really pull it off? Well, if we want to try, it's best to ask the Chinese for advice—after all, they’re living in 2125. This video is a great example of that.

I have no idea how many drones are taking off, but it could easily be thousands. And once they're all in the air, the result is breathtaking. It's mesmerizing to watch but also a little unsettling.

Now, give it all a military twist. Equip each of them with an explosive charge. Program them with AI-controlled microchips, each assigned to a human target. This could be the new "sound of future war," and these images serve as a warning about the dangers of China's drone expertise.



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A WORLD WHERE WOMEN ARE MUCH BIGGER THAN MEN

In nature, size matters—a lot. In many species, females are significantly larger than males. This happens with black widow spiders, where females can be twice or even three times the size of their mates. The same occurs with certain amphibians, fish, and birds of prey, where females dominate in both size and strength.

But what if the same had happened in our species? What would the world look like if women were much bigger than men? How would interactions, social dynamics, or even the most basic aspects of everyday life change?

Thanks to AI, someone has created a glimpse into this alternate universe. Here are some videos that will make you imagine a world where size roles are completely reversed.



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A great dish isn't just about taste—it’s a feast for the eyes too. Get ready for a visual banquet that will make you drool and awaken your wildest gastronomic instincts.



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PACQUIAO VS. THE INVISIBLE MAN

A while back, we talked about artist Paul Pfeiffer and his project Caryatid, where he digitally removed one of the boxers from the fight. Now, we have a video of Pacquiao where his opponent has completely vanished, creating the same eerie effect.

The technique behind this type of editing is complex and meticulous. It relies on three key processes: the use of previous and subsequent frames, analyzing footage before and after the key moment to reconstruct the background that the boxer was blocking; interpolation and digital cloning, filling the empty areas with fragments of the original image while adjusting light and shadows to make the manipulation seamless; and frame-by-frame digital painting, where, in more complex cases, each frame is manually retouched to ensure a perfect match.

The result is a surreal scene where Pacquiao throws punches at an opponent who no longer exists, while the audience continues reacting as if the fight were still happening.



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ELECTRIC SHOCK GLOVES TO SUBDUE PEOPLE

Rumor has it that in the United States, police and prison officers are about to start using a new device that looks straight out of a sci-fi movie: a glove with non-lethal electric pulses designed to control a person without resorting to brute force. It's called G.L.O.V.E., and it works by sending a low-intensity shock at the press of a button—just enough to create an irritating sensation on the skin without causing injuries or affecting vital organs.

What’s interesting is that other officers can grab the individual without feeling the shock, allowing for safe immobilization without the need for more aggressive methods.
On top of that, its effectiveness is impressive: according to its creators, in over 95% of cases, it subdues a person in under three seconds. It’s already being used in prisons, hospitals, and even schools, positioning itself as a safer and more controlled alternative to other restraint tools.



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