The NYT was roundly mocked for the original headline and has now changed it to

No One at Waffle House Remembers FEMA Official Who Says He Teleported In

  • MerryJaneDoe@piefed.world
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    1 month ago

    First, who the fuck is an expert on teleporting to Waffle House?

    Second, why the fuck are the experts “dubious” instead of incredulous or openly condescending? JFC, c’mon experts, do better!

    • limelight79@lemmy.world
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      1 month ago

      I thought the use of “dubious” was hilarious. It’s quite an understatement, like, “Yeah, that may not have happened,” avoiding calling him a liar directly, but conveying that it’s extremely unlikely.