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The Empty Chair
Kitchen light still on— two plates wait on the small table the chair stays empty (image was created using Gemini)
By Lori A. A.24 days ago in Poets
The Year 1906 in Review: Fun Facts, Trivia, and Historic Highlights
This quick read is a collection of fun facts, trivia, and historic events from the year 1906. Learn about the year’s top news stories, most influential people, famous birthdays, sports trivia, noteworthy inventions, and much more.
By Gregory DeVictor24 days ago in History
Crunch of Oak Leaves
crisp fallen oak leaves my shoes step on them slowly satisfying crunch. On this March afternoon I had fun crunching dry, crispy oak leaves. I will return to crunch some more with my kids.
By Seema Patel24 days ago in Poets
Mourning Dove
a lone mourning dove on the rooftop in evening looking for some love. Mourning doves are very peaceful birds. They are often seen alone and coo softly, especially at night, calling for a partner.
By Seema Patel24 days ago in Poets
Why?
So... What makes you write? What pushes your hand to take the pen - Or your phone in these modern times - And start sharing your voice for the world to see?
By Alex Torres24 days ago in Poets
The Year 1821 in Review: Fun Facts, Trivia, and Historic Highlights
This quick read is a collection of fun facts, trivia, and historic events from the year 1821. Discover the year’s top news stories, most influential people, famous birthdays and deaths, popular baby names, retail prices, and much more.
By Gregory DeVictor24 days ago in History
Tesla Pi Phone: The Truth Behind the Internet’s Favorite Mythical Smartphone
In the fast-moving world of consumer technology, few things generate as much consistent buzz as a product that doesn’t actually exist. For years, the internet has been saturated with spectacular renders, wild specification leaks, and enthusiastic viral videos detailing the impending arrival of the Tesla Pi Phone (sometimes called the Model Pi).
By The Glitch Archive24 days ago in Futurism
I Heard Someone Breathing While I Slept Alone
The Night Everything Changed I woke up at 3:12 AM, a time I’ve always associated with nightmares and the “witching hour.” At first, I thought it was just the wind brushing against the window blinds. But then I heard it—a slow, deliberate breathing coming from the darkness beside my bed.
By The Glitch Archive24 days ago in Fiction
Glimmerjean & Goode Explore Darker Grooves on New Single "Injured Romantics"
Toronto-based rock n’ soul duo Glimmerjean & Goode return with “Injured Romantics,” a moody, rhythm-driven disco-rock single that explores the existential nature of life and love. Blending darker lyrical themes with an infectious groove, the track finds the duo leaning into unexpected territory while continuing to expand their evolving sound.
By Chris Adams24 days ago in Beat
20 Horror Game Masterpieces to Play Before You Die. AI-Generated.
Horror games have a unique ability to evoke fear and adrenaline, making them a beloved genre among gamers. However, there are some horror video games that will blow your mind, and you should play them to experience the sensations they offer. For this reason, I asked the AI about the best horror video games available, since I find it difficult to choose among so many options.
By Ninfa Galeano24 days ago in Gamers
Nothing Matters More
I love the hypocrisy of the progressive woman today. They taut liberation and freedom to be whatever we want to be, after all, we fought for those rights and privileges, but then, they crucify any of us who then choose to stay home, to be wives and mothers. Why are my choices less important or rejected as ridiculous? Why are we made to look like we are simply ignorant or uneducated, because we made a life decision, that they don’t agree with? I sometimes wonder about this.
By Alexandra Grant24 days ago in Humans
Pink Salt Bricks: Natural Support for Asthma Relief
Understanding Himalayan Salt Therapy? Starting deep underground, air fills with fine grains during Himalayan salt sessions. Though built indoors, these spaces mimic old mines across Eastern Europe - places linked to easier breathing among workers long ago.
By Emily Rosie24 days ago in Longevity