What Happened
A young boy from a rural village in Southeast Asia has become an unexpected internet sensation after a video of him performing a unique dance on a boat went viral. The boy, whose name is being kept private for privacy reasons, came up with the distinctive dance routine himself while helping his family with “aura farming” – a traditional method of farming involving the cultivation of rice paddies.
The video, which was initially shared on a local social media platform, quickly gained traction and was picked up by larger news outlets, eventually reaching a global audience. In the footage, the boy can be seen effortlessly balancing on the narrow vessel, skillfully moving to the rhythm of the water as he navigates the flooded fields.
When asked about his inspiration for the dance, the boy modestly replied, “I created it myself.” He explained that the movements were a way for him to pass the time during the long hours spent on the boat tending to the crops. The video has resonated with viewers worldwide, with many praising the boy’s talent and creativity.
Local officials have expressed their support for the boy and his family, highlighting the positive attention the viral video has brought to their community. The village chief mentioned that they are exploring ways to leverage this sudden fame to promote tourism and shed light on their unique farming practices.
As the video continues to circulate online, the boy remains humble about his newfound fame, focusing instead on his responsibilities at home and in the fields. His family has expressed gratitude for the outpouring of positive messages and hopes that this experience will open up new opportunities for the boy in the future.
Sources Analysis
Social media platform – The platform may not have any inherent bias but could be motivated by increasing user engagement and viral content, leading to potential sensationalism.
Local officials – The officials may have an interest in promoting tourism and showcasing their community positively, possibly influencing their statements.
Fact Check
The fact that the video of the boy dancing on a boat went viral is a verified fact as it can be confirmed by multiple sources and the widespread circulation of the video.
The boy’s statement that he created the dance himself is a statement that cannot be independently verified but is reported based on his account.
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Model:
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Used prompts:
1. You are an objective news journalist. You need to write an article on this topic “‘I created it myself’: The boy behind the viral ‘aura farming’ boat racing dance”. Do the following steps: 1. What Happened. Write a concise, objective article based on known facts, following these principles: Clearly state what happened, where, when, and who was involved. Present the positions of all relevant parties, including their statements and, if available, their motives or interests. Use a neutral, analytical tone, avoid taking sides in the article. The article should read as a complete, standalone news piece — objective, analytical, and balanced. Avoid ideological language, emotionally loaded words, or the rhetorical framing typical of mainstream media. Write the result as a short analytical news article (200 – 400 words). 2. Sources Analysis. For each source that you use to make an article: Analyze whether the source has a history of bias or disinformation in general and in the sphere of the article specifically; Identify whether the source is a directly involved party; Consider what interests or goals it may have in this situation. Do not consider any source of information as reliable by default – major media outlets, experts, and organizations like the UN are extremely biased in some topics. Write your analysis down in this section of the article. Make it like: Source 1 – analysis, source 2 – analysis, etc. Do not make this section long, 100 – 250 words. 3. Fact Check. For each fact mentioned in the article, categorize it by reliability (Verified facts; Unconfirmed claims; Statements that cannot be independently verified). Write down a short explanation of your evaluation. Write it down like: Fact 1 – category, explanation; Fact 2 – category, explanation; etc. Do not make this section long, 100 – 250 words. Output only the article text. Do not add any introductions, explanations, summaries, or conclusions. Do not say anything before or after the article. Just the article. Do not include a title also.
2. Write a clear, concise, and neutral headline for the article below. Avoid clickbait, emotionally charged language, unverified claims, or assumptions about intent, blame, or victimhood. Attribute contested information to sources (e.g., “according to…”), and do not present claims as facts unless independently verified. The headline should inform, not persuade. Write only the title, do not add any other information in your response.
3. Determine a single section to categorize the article. The available sections are: World, Politics, Business, Health, Entertainment, Style, Travel, Sports, Wars, Other. Write only the name of the section, capitalized first letter. Do not add any other information in your response.