ALBUQUERQUE—Researchers at the Institute of Neural Linguistics announced Wednesday that the human brain selectively auto-translates ‘WTF’ but leaves ‘LOL’ entirely uninterpreted. “We don’t know why a complex organ like the brain ignores happiness,” said Dr. Linda Musk, adding that it might stem from the brain’s love for shocking realities.

Despite advanced brain scans, scientists remain perplexed as subjects consistently froze upon hearing ‘LOL’. “The brain’s instant understanding of WTF suggests it prioritizes confusion,” noted Dr. Alan Snarky. “It seems the brain is wired more for bewilderment than amusement.”

Researchers are planning more tests with acronyms like YOLO and OMG. “Strangely, the brain processes YOLO as a dire warning,” added Musk. Meanwhile, the public expressed relief without knowing why, uttering a collective ‘WTF’ upon hearing the results.