[Someone]

But that’s easy. If the writer fact-checked this article (did she even talk with the real Susy Thunder?) before publishing it, it would be very short, and wouldn’t get as many clicks. That isn’t in the interest of the writer.

[hguant]

It's The Verge; they aren't really well known for giving a shit about technical accuracy or fact checking.

[aortega]

Yeah, the writer cooperated in writing bullshit, because bullshit sells. She didn't fact check a single thing on purpose.

[ryantgtg]

Entertainment sells. Putting a “well actually” after each statement by the subject would reduce the entertainment value. This article is a narrative of the subject’s life told from various perspectives. The stories conflict, and as readers we can decide where the truth lies.