Things Worth Noting
In 2025, a few major corporations, backed by billionaires, control legacy media—networks, newspapers, and digital platforms—shaping news and entertainment. Deregulation since the 1990s triggered mergers, shrinking 50 companies in 1983 to six giants by 2011, creating an oligopoly. These conglomerates, alongside tech giants, dominate content, prioritizing profits over diverse voices. This consolidation cuts local news, […]
In May 2025, a 5,000-ton Choe Hyon-class destroyer sank during its launch at North Korea’s Chongjin shipyard, dealing a blow to Kim Jong Un’s naval ambitions. The accident, caused by a faulty side launch and operational negligence, damaged the hull, delaying the warship’s debut. Kim condemned the failure as a “criminal act,” vowing to restore […]
Roof of 650-year-old Ming Dynasty drum tower in Anhui, China, built in 1375, collapses. pic.twitter.com/NrBhSYtBs1 — Doolly Noted ✏️ (@doollynoted) May 21, 2025 On May 19, 2025, the roof of the 650-year-old Fengyang Drum Tower in Anhui, China, collapsed, sending tiles crashing down. Built in 1375 during the Ming Dynasty, this historic landmark’s partial collapse […]