Obituaries of the terrorist, said to be responsible for deaths of thousands of people, appeared on all publications' websites. But the one by Washington Post create quite a furore on social media.
US President Donald Trump on Sunday confirmed the death of Islamic State chief Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, hours after the media in the country had reported the US military raid on the dreaded terrorist leader.
On Saturday evening, a tweet by Trump - "Something very big has just happened!" triggered speculation worldwide but soon reported emerged that Baghdadi was killed in a US military raid in Syria.
Later, Trump confirmed that Baghdadi blew his suicide vest after being cornered by US forces.
The US media extensively reported the incident with obituaries of the terrorist, said to be responsible for deaths of thousands of people, appearing on all publications' websites.
However, one report stood out for its headline. The headline - "Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, austere religious scholar at helm of Islamic State, dies at 48" - by Washington Post create furore on social media. Social media accused WaPo of sanitising the headline of Baghdadi‘s death and mocked it for creating such a headline.
Even after the publication changed its headline on the website, the Twitter users found a unique to mock the US publication.
#WaPoDeathNotices became a worldwide top trend with users creating their own headlines for notorious characters from history.
While you can check the tweets under the hashtag on Twitter, here we bring to you some of the most creative ones:
1. WaPo changes headline, twice
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While the original headline of Washington Post read "Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, Islamic State’s "terrorist-in-chief", dies at 48", it was later changed to"Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, austere religious scholar at helm of Islamic State, dies at 48" However, opening the story now shows a different headline - Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, extremist leader of Islamic State, dies at 48.
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, Islamic State’s "terrorist-in-chief," dies at 48 https://t.co/5iz83a8BWo
— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) October 27, 2019
2. #WaPoDeathNotices
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Using the hashtag, people created sanitised headlines for obituaries of figures known for their violent crimes
3. Nathuram Godse
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"Nathuram Godse, eloquent defender of majority rights, passes away in suspended animation at 39"
These #WaPoDeathNotices [inspired by @washingtonpost headline for obituary of world's most-wanted terrorist, ISIS founder Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi ] are hilarious!
— Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) October 28, 2019
Mine: "Nathuram Godse, eloquent defender of majority rights, passes away in suspended animation at 39". https://t.co/xvuhM1svkU
4. Bin Laden
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"Osama bin Laden, a mankind angel, dies at 54"
"Bin Laden, a noted civil engineer, public administrator, psychiatrist who mastered the art of brainwashing and also worked as an air traffic controller who tried his best to prevent 9/11; dies at 54"
Osama bin Laden, a mankind angel, dies at 54. #WaPoDeathNotices
— Naila Inayat नायला इनायत (@nailainayat) October 28, 2019
Bin Laden, a noted civil engineer, public administrator, psychiatrist who mastered the art of brainwashing and also worked as an air traffic controller who tried his best to prevent 9/11; dies at 54. #WaPoDeathNotices pic.twitter.com/4QDSqBUFYx
— IMRAN KHAN (@imranmkkhan) October 28, 2019
5. Adolf Hitler
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Adolf Hitler, dedicated art enthusiast, animal rights activist, and talented orator, dies at 56
Adolf Hitler, dedicated art enthusiast, animal rights activist, and talented orator, dies at 56.#WaPoDeathNotices
— Lauren Chen (@TheLaurenChen) October 28, 2019
6. Pablo Escobar
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Pablo Escobar, pharmaceutical visionary who clashed with U.S. regulatory authorities, dead at 44
Pablo Escobar, pharmaceutical visionary who clashed with U.S. regulatory authorities, dead at 44. #WaPoDeathNotices
— C. Douglas Golden (@CillianZeal) October 28, 2019
7. Gabbar
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Gabbar, a team leader with enormous experience and ability, specialised in dancing of various forms killed by a monstrous retired army officer with the help of notorious criminals Jai and Veeru. #WaPoDeathNotices pic.twitter.com/4miSIP6xE0
— Sumit Agarwal (@sumit138) October 28, 2019
Gabbar Singh : robinhood for the poor, rifle shooting champion in 600m & moving-target events, roast meat and dance enthusiast, loved the colourful festival of Holi, died of severe arm injuries at 48.#WaPoDeathNotices pic.twitter.com/ko41QUdmdb
— Film History Pics (@FilmHistoryPic) October 28, 2019
8. Thanos
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Thanos, a population analyst and father, murdered by billionaire in tin can
Thanos, a population analyst and father, murdered by billionaire in tin can #WaPoDeathNotices pic.twitter.com/Lt2EswAHE8
— victoria (@victoria_vas02) October 28, 2019
9. Bane
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Bane, city planner who overcame physical pain to level the playing field, dies at 37
"Bane, city planner who overcame physical pain to level the playing field, dies at 37" #WaPoDeathNotices pic.twitter.com/Q10rpvq5Rs
— Josh Jordan (@NumbersMuncher) October 27, 2019
10. Cersei Lannister
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Cersei Lannister, beloved queen, austere diplomat, caring mother and adoring sister, found dead
Cersei Lannister, beloved queen, austere diplomat, caring mother and adoring sister, found dead. #WaPoDeathNotices pic.twitter.com/r4ZZEOFGUR
— ketulkumar (@Ketul1Indian) October 28, 2019
