Planet dissolving dust cloud headed for earth

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The discussion revolves around the credibility of a source from the Weekly World News, a known satirical tabloid, which has published content that is not scientifically accurate. The original poster acknowledges their lack of expertise in physics and astronomy, mentioning that they have not yet started their studies. They share a link to a debunking thread that addresses the tabloid's claims, highlighting the importance of distinguishing between credible scientific information and satirical content. Additionally, there is a humorous remark about wanting to write for the tabloid and concerns about the potential reactions of readers to its sensationalist articles.
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Hello everyone, I'm a physics/astronomy noob, actually I don’t even begin my curricula till later this 2006.Yes, the credibility of this source is well umm… it’s a tabloid! But my friend who studies astronomy sent me this and this is the debunking thread afterall. :biggrin:

http://www.weeklyworldnews.com/features/science/61501
 
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Weekly World News is a satirical tabloid. The news is intended as a joke.
 
I want to work as a writer for the Weekly World News.
 
Anyone know where I can get a good deal on some dust masks?
 
I don't even want to go there. I'd have people jumping out of office windows...
 

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