unjournalism

Unjournalism, also called fake news, news satire or mock news, is a type of parody presented in a format typical of mainstream journalism, and called a satire because of its content.

News satire has been around almost as long as journalism itself, but it is particularly popular on the web, where it is relatively easy to mimic a credible news source and stories may achieve wide distribution from nearly any site.

Generally, the goal of Unjournalism is to make social commentary in a form that provides entertainment.

Because news satire or unjournalism relies heavily on irony and deadpan humor, it is occasionally mistaken for real news.

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"Reuben Robert would like everybody to remain calm. He will be auctioning his collection of pocket-combs, curlers and 2 hair-dryers via Ebay India. A notification on the same will be issued shortly. His hair-brush with death is not for sale at this moment." - Excerpt from The Foreskin Press, a fine example of Unjournalism, and the creator of the word.

unjournalism by sizzler69 May 15, 2010

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love peace and chicken grease

"another of sayin peace out or good bye"

Talk to ya later......Love, Peace, and Chicken Grease

love peace and chicken grease by Adronna July 19, 2003

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slip of the tongue perhaps,
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A:*gah*
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Serial monogamists can not stand to be alone and often suffer from vast commitment and insecurity issues.

Because they jump into relationships immediately after the previous one has ended, serial monogamists typically don't take the time to reflect on their behavior or why their previous relationships failed; thus, they end up making the same relationship mistakes over and over again.

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"With all the lay-offs that morning, it was rough. I hit the bar around the corner for a liquid lunch mid-day."

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dunzo

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This car is so dunzo. (Kristin's car breaks down.)

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ankle biter

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To a postman, an ankle biter is often known as a dog.
To an adult, an ankle biter may be a toddler.
To hikers, an ankle biter is sometimes a tick.
And so on.

"Dang ankle biter took off my whole leg!!"

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