BERMUDA TRIANGLE MYSTERY: UNRAVELING THE ENIGMATIC AURA THROUGH THE LENS OF MEDIA TECHNOLOGICAL DETERMINISM THEORY

Abstract

This study unravelled the enigmatic aura of Bermuda Triangle through the lens of media technological determinism theory. The theoretical framework of the study was drawn from the media technological determinism theory. This study employed a library research method to investigate the role of media in constructing and perpetuating the Bermuda Triangle mystery. This review focuses on both primary sources (e.g., original news reports, documentaries) and secondary sources (e.g., analysis and critiques by other researchers) to build a foundation of knowledge about the subject. This library research method provides a systematic approach to understanding the impact of media technologies on the perception of the Bermuda Triangle, leveraging existing literature and media sources to build a detailed analysis. Findings revealed that, that the media has significantly shaped the narrative of the Bermuda Triangle, turning a series of unrelated incidents into a global mystery. Through dramatization, selective reporting, and amplification of speculative theories, the media has perpetuated the enigma, focusing on sensational explanations while downplaying scientific ones. This portrayal has created a cycle where public fascination drives more media content, which in turn reinforces the myth. The media's role in maintaining this mystery exemplifies its power to influence cultural narratives, even in the face of contradictory evidence. The study concluded that the media has played a pivotal role in constructing and sustaining the mystery of the Bermuda Triangle by prioritizing sensationalism and speculative narratives over scientific explanations, thus shaping public perception and cultural discourse around the phenomenon. The study recommended that, that the media outlets should balance entertainment with factual reporting by incorporating expert analysis and evidence-based explanations when discussing topics like the Bermuda Triangle to avoid perpetuating myths