Missing Titanic submersible shows how cruel the internet can be
What’s more fascinating than the elusive depths of the ocean? Perhaps, the tale of the Titan, a submersible craft that vanished on its mission to explore the infamous Titanic wreckage. The Titan’s plight has sent shockwaves through the online world, as netizens learned about its eccentric features for the first time.
Unexpected turn
The deep-sea vehicle was reported overdue last Sunday, prompting a rescue mission about 435 miles south of St. John’s, Newfoundland. The voyage was carrying an eclectic mix of adventurers, including a renowned British explorer, two members of a high-profile Pakistani business family, and a Titanic expert, the Associated Press reported.
The missing expedition sparked a worldwide flurry of attention, drawing in curious and concerned netizens. Amidst the rising tide of interest, an old TV interview surfaced, revealing the intriguing inner workings of the Titan. And well, let’s just say, not everyone was impressed.
Curious case
The submersible, supposedly as spacious as a minivan inside, boasted some unique, and for some, disconcerting features. It had only one button and was entirely controlled by… wait for it… a video game controller!
This peculiar detail set the internet abuzz. “The creators of that missing submarine are DEEPLY unserious,” one Twitter user wrote, reflecting a general sentiment. Others chimed in with criticisms and amusement about the craft’s unconventional features.
As the web spun tales of the missing Titan, some users turned their attention to the submersible’s hardware. The choice of a Logitech gaming controller as the primary control device sparked tweets of disbelief.
The tech-savvy part of the internet even attempted to implicate Elon Musk in the unfolding saga. Musk’s company provides Starlink satellites that Titan used for internet connection. However, as one user put it, “only an Elon Musk company could manifest PR this bad.”
Intrigue intensifies
In an amusing twist, some netizens linked the Titan’s disappearance to the recent news of Orca whales purposely attacking ships. Through a cascade of memes, users playfully suggested the sea creatures might be behind the submersible’s vanishing act. Others, in jest, took to defending the Orcas’ reputation.
The Titan, equipped with a 96-hour oxygen supply, embarked on its ill-fated journey early Sunday morning. The U.S. Coast Guard, along with private groups, are tirelessly working to locate the lost craft. However, as of now, its fate remains shrouded in mystery.
As we stay tuned for updates on the peculiar saga of the Titan, one question bubbles to the surface – what other surprising secrets does this underwater mystery hold?
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