They say reality often surpasses imagination. But what happens when reality and satire merge? The Austrian satirical platform “Tagespresse” has once again managed to blur the boundaries between fiction and fact – and inadvertently revealed a shocking truth.

The expensive fun of the FPÖ

In a strange twist of events, the Freedom Party of Austria, or FPÖ, paid the “Tagespresse” a whopping 2,207.04 euros for legal fees. But how did it happen? The FPÖ Lower Austria tried to obtain an injunction against the “Tagespresse” after it published false FPÖ letters on the Lower Austrian pub bonus. We reported about it HERE . The Vienna Commercial Court rejected the application weeks ago, and the FPÖ went to the Vienna Higher Regional Court (OLG) to still get its justice. But the Vienna Higher Regional Court also rejected the appeal in the second instance. Up to this point it is NOT SATIRE! ( Source )

The bill that no one expected

The satirical report “Tagespresse” did not miss the opportunity to properly celebrate this victory. They published a screenshot of the incoming payment for 2,207 euros - proof of the FPÖ's expensive fun.

But here's where things get really interesting. A “booking line” appeared above the transfer that made you sit up and take notice: “ George Soros Foundation ” with a receipt of 10,000 euros . And as if that wasn't enough, there was another booking line that said that 3,500 euros were transferred to Andreas Hanger (ÖVP)!

The power of conspiracy theories

Before we delve further into this absurd story, it should be emphasized: the booking lines with SOROS and HANGER are SATIRE!

We are speechless when we see that there are actually people - especially on Telegram - who accept such satirical representations as fact. There are actually people who firmly believe that George Soros is in some way collaborating with the “daily press,” supported by secret organizations.

They share screenshots, send voice messages, and spread other “evidence” to support their far-fetched theories. It is almost unbelievable that some of them, we already know them, the ones who were repeatedly active at the Corona demonstrations, react so unreflectively to obvious satire.

It's dizzying to think what such people might think about other topics. Perhaps the most frightening thing is that thousands of subscribers to such Telegram channels go along with it without any critical questioning. Even when you point out the satirical nature of the content, facts and truths are twisted to fit their worldview. These users claim to relentlessly seek the truth, but unfortunately they often do so from a one-sided and biased perspective.

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When truth becomes fiction

The question that arises is how such people can fall for such blatant satire. If they're already falling for conspiracy theories when stories are so obvious, what happens when more complex issues arise? It is worrying to see that thousands of followers of these Telegram channels are blurring the lines between fiction and fact without displaying even a hint of skepticism.

Conclusion: The power of disinformation

This strange event shows us the importance of thinking critically and distinguishing fact from fiction. The world of the Internet provides a platform for the spread of disinformation and conspiracy theories. It is up to us to sharpen our media skills and not blindly believe everything that is presented to us. Because at the end of the day, even the most absurd satirical stories can have a dangerous influence on public opinion if picked up by the wrong eyes and ears.


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