Most Read on "Worth Reading Magazine"

After a lifetime dedicated to communications and journalism, intense activity on various blogs, and more than 35 published books, I decided on February 7th to launch a blog written in English. I've called it "Worth Reading Magazine," and of the 175 news and information articles published to date, these have been the most read:
 
1.- The Arctic lightning that illuminates European football
https://worthreadingmagazine.blogspot.com/2025/04/the-arctic-lightning-that-illuminates.html
 
2.- The green mirage: What about the waste from electric cars and solar panels?
https://worthreadingmagazine.blogspot.com/2025/04/the-green-mirage-what-about-waste-from.html
 
3.- Pope Francis, Number 112, and the Prophecies of St. Malachy
https://worthreadingmagazine.blogspot.com/2025/04/pope-francis-number-112-and-prophecies.html
 
4.- Intermittent fasting: Risk of death
https://worthreadingmagazine.blogspot.com/2025/02/intermittent-fasting-risk-of-death.html
 
5.- Plants experience a form of menopause too
https://worthreadingmagazine.blogspot.com/2025/04/plants-experience-form-of-menopause-too.html
 
6.- The concept of death in Medicine has evolved
https://worthreadingmagazine.blogspot.com/2025/04/the-concept-of-death-in-medicine-has.html
 
7.- “From Alfred Nobel to AstraZeneca”: Critical analysis
https://worthreadingmagazine.blogspot.com/2025/02/from-alfred-nobel-to-astrazeneca.html
 
8.- Brian Weiss’s journey into the past
https://worthreadingmagazine.blogspot.com/2025/02/brian-weisss-journey-into-past.html
 
9.- Over one million people die annually due to antibiotic resistance
https://worthreadingmagazine.blogspot.com/2025/04/over-one-million-people-die-annually.html
 
10.- What is political correctness?
https://worthreadingmagazine.blogspot.com/2025/04/what-is-political-correctness.html

A journey through the history of the pharmaceutical industry and one of its great laboratories that had its origins in Alfred Nobel...
“From Alfred Nobel to AstraZeneca”: https://a.co/d/9svRTuI 

Journalism lies more than Advertising

At first glance, it seems that advertising lies to make us buy the products it promotes—or at least exaggerates their virtues to achieve its goal. Meanwhile, journalism, on the surface, appears to stick to the truth of the facts, earning our full trust. But is this really the case? Let’s not be fooled by appearances…
 
I never would have thought to write an article like this or a headline like the one you just read. Until just a few years ago, Journalism was a respectable profession. Journalists were relentless seekers of news and truth. Beyond a declared bias toward a political party or a gentle nod to major advertisers, Journalism strove for objectivity in its reporting. One day, it might praise certain figures—regardless of their affiliation or sector—for something genuinely praiseworthy, only to criticize them days later if they deserved it.
 
What has happened in recent years? How have the media sold out to political interests? Citizens are now the least of their concerns; the content of news stories is tailored to please editors and the political and economic powers propping up the media. Objectivity, impartiality, honesty—these words no longer exist in journalism (and from now on, I’ll write it with a lowercase “j”).
 
That’s why we see the media focusing solely on what matters to the major political parties, endorsing all their initiatives (logical or not) and repeatedly justifying politicians’ actions. Each outlet may lean toward one party or another, but ultimately, the media have accepted their role as a mouthpiece for the globalism that big political parties are trying to impose on us.
 
Media outlets, like any company aiming for professional growth, once aspired to gain social relevance, boost their audience, and become a trusted source of information. To do so, they sought concessions to launch new TV channels or radio stations and chased the ever-growing advertising revenue from political parties, who roll out campaigns every few months—municipal, regional, national, or European. But this came at a cost: bowing their heads and submitting to the dictates of power, both political and the unseen economic forces behind it. The media dropped their pants and swallowed it all. The so-called “editorial line” grew stronger—a euphemism for writing only what the editor wants. Any journalist who steps out of line knows where the exit door is (and times aren’t exactly ripe for job-hunting).
 
I stated in the headline that journalism today deceives more than Advertising (I’ll keep writing journalism with a lowercase “j” while keeping Advertising capitalized). Once, journalism had credibility; now, it’s merely a tool of manipulation in service of globalism. Advertising, on the other hand, wears no mask—it’s always been upfront. Everyone knows it’s trying to sell you something, and the public recognizes and distinguishes it as such. Modern journalism, however, pretends to be “informative” when it’s nothing but manipulation—and it’s succeeding in deceiving millions of people.
 
There was, however, a glimmer of hope. Thanks to social media, millions of people became journalists themselves, and for a while, it was easier to find the truth there than in traditional media. But those who rule the world acted swiftly. Censorship soon invaded social media, gagging dissenting citizens so that only one “truth” (the government’s) and one ideology (the shamelessly imposed globalism of Agenda 2030) could prevail.
 
They’re so brazen now that they don’t even bother hiding it. The Bilderberg Club, World Economic Forum, European Central Bank, World Health Organization, Davos Forum, Bill Gates Foundation, and others laugh in our faces, rubbing our noses in the future they’ve planned for us: “You will own nothing and be happy.” Because they’re keeping it all for themselves. Plain and simple.
 

A chance encounter will take him far away, on a thrilling adventure full of action and emotion that will change his life... but also the lives of everyone around him…

“Fleeing into silence”: https://a.co/d/7SUfVb3 

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Global interest and an ordinary day

If you were to ask what topics have captured global attention today (January 30, 2025) and decided to rank the subjects that have sparked the most interest worldwide, the result would be:
 
On January 30, 2025, a series of events and developments have captured global attention across various spheres, from politics and economics to the environment and technology.
 
1.      Monetary Policy -
Under the Spotlight of the ECB: The European Central Bank (ECB) is in the spotlight after announcing its fourth consecutive interest rate cut. This decision, reducing rates to 2.75%, the lowest since February 2023, aims to stimulate the Eurozone economy. The impact of this reduction on financial markets and the cost of living for citizens is one of the most discussed topics.
The Fed Resists: In contrast, the U.S. Federal Reserve has decided to keep interest rates between 4.25% and 4.5%, ignoring pressures from the recently re-elected President Donald Trump to lower the rates. This contrast in monetary policies between the U.S. and Europe sparks debate about economic growth strategies and global inflation.
 
2.      Economy and Cost of Living -
Inflation and Consumer Prices: In Spain, the shopping basket has risen by 1.22% in January, driven by increases in drinks, meat, and dairy, once again focusing on how inflation affects citizens' wallets. However, there are some notable decreases like olive oil, offering relief to household economies.
Increase in the Interprofessional Minimum Wage (SMI): In Spain, an increase in the SMI by 4.4% has been agreed upon, which is good news for workers, although it also sparks debate about its impact on business competitiveness and employment.
 
3.      Environment and Natural Disasters -
Fires in Los Angeles: The UN has offered assistance to fight wildfires in Los Angeles, which have devastated thousands of hectares and led to the evacuation of tens of thousands of people. This event again highlights the urgency of climate change and the need for prevention and disaster response policies.
 
4.      Conflict and Human Rights -
Venezuela and Political Repression: The suppression of the opposition in Venezuela before scheduled demonstrations has raised alarms in the international community, particularly from the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights.
Situation in Ukraine and Gaza: Conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza continue to impact civilians, with significant increases in reported civilian deaths, keeping attention on the humanitarian impact of global conflicts.
 
5.      Technology and the Future -
Advances in AI: The UK has presented an AI action plan with the aim of becoming a global leader in this field, generating discussions about the future of work, privacy, and technology regulation.
 
Today, we've experienced a crossroads of economic, political, and environmental decisions that not only affect the present but also shape the future. From monetary policies seeking to balance growth and inflation to humanitarian and environmental challenges, each piece of news reminds us of global interconnectedness and the need for collective solutions.

 

An enthralling story of love, friendship and honor in the Olympic Games (2,600 years ago)
“Life debt” (Vicente Fisac, Amazon): https://a.co/d/hono34C