A circum-weekend look at some problems with interpreting “UFO photography.” We’re with a doubter on this one, a classic case where purportedly someone tries something new and it’s gone viral without expert review. Then we have the title Spaceship of ‘Non-human Origin’ Spotted near US-Mexico Border: UFO Expert. We’re confused here; apparently CGI was used the better to enhance an authentic “iconic” image? Thanks to Reuters, a Fact Check-Clip of Planes Pursuing Flying Spheroid Was Created by Visual Effects Artist. Here the “Verdict” is that the whole thing was created. And can you define “Pareidolia”? No, it’s not a C.S. Lewis novel; NASA Spies Martian Rocks That Look Just Like a Teddy Bear. A commenter to Brandon Specktor’s article is reminded of Michael Bond’s Paddington Bear series, as depicted by Peggy Fortnum et al. Fun in this case, but historically a central problem in ufology. (WM)
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