It has become so common to come across Whatsapp and Facebook posts that come with the disclaimer that "media does not want you to know this". And it makes me wonder why any media house would be bothered with your opinion! In an age where knowledge has been rendered irrelevant and sensationalism drives almost all content, clickbait is no longer just a tactic but an acceptable way of life, news reaches you in a selective, handmade parcel - your social newsfeed. To better explain, you only get news of subjects you are interested in. And no, "smart is the new sexy" is a tagline, like most of the content you see around you today. If you haven't been living under a rock, you should know that Google and Facebook (add WhatsApp) already know more about you than you would like anyone to know. Which means that these social media groups know exactly what you want and when you want it. In order to keep you engaged, they keep delivering stories and posts that you woul
After living on the roller coaster for too long, I think I have reached a stage when I can make sense in the pandemonium. This blog is a reflection of elements that make me stay or go off course.