Latest Stories
Most recently published stories on Vocal.
Mattie in a Naked World.
Mattie woke up this morning and found herself back in the days of the natural state of the unclothed-ness of existence. People were walking around quite naked, literally... as if it was the most natural thing in the world. The non wearing of clothing had long been behind Mattie for over 90,000 to 170,000 years ago...yet here she was surrounded by a wonder of nakedness. She looked down on her nude state and had the distinctive urge to cover herself.
By Novel Allen24 days ago in Fiction
How Spec-Driven Development Brings Structure to AI-assisted Software Engineering
AI coding assistants have made developers incredibly fast since the start of the AI boom, but this new speed often comes at a hidden cost. The IT industry is realizing that generating code is the easy part. The real challenge is building systems that are coherent, maintainable, and actually do what they were supposed to do.
By Sergey Laptick24 days ago in Futurism
How To Find the Most Scenic Places to Photograph Around Dambulla
Sri Lanka is a great country to visit, filled with history, scenery as well as a plethora of fun activities. Among the cities of interest is Dambulla, a place where scenery, historic landmarks and travel come together for photographers. The area is known for its cave temples, rock formations as well as nature-filled surroundings, giving travellers many places to capture. This guide breaksdown practical and straightforward ways to plan your photography journey in Dambulla.
By Daphne Olga24 days ago in Wander
As the World Turns...and turns
I take up my pen and go back to the time, only a year or so ago...when the world felt almost peaceful - except for the regions and corners of life where people insisted on wars. But somehow, they then seemed like another whole world away from me.
By Novel Allen24 days ago in Fiction
NBA players at odds with Atlanta Hawks hosting ‘Magic City Monday’ promotion for upcoming game
The reality of the strip club scene in the Bible Belt is a result of the mixed premises of believers who wish to be intertwined with mysticism’s God and Devil. Most people who believe in the unknown and unknowable still like to dabble in the aspects of this world.
By Skyler Saunders24 days ago in Unbalanced
Amy Winehouse
Back to Black --- Stronger than Me --- Rehab. She was a member of the National Youth Jazz Orchestra and won the Ivor Novello Award for Best Contemporary Song. At the 50th Grammy Awards, she won five awards, becoming the first British woman to win five Grammys. She is ranked 26th on the VH1 list of 100 Greatest Women in Music.
By Ruth Elizabeth Stiff24 days ago in Beat
How To Plan Your Packing List for A January Visit to The Hills
The beautiful country of Sri Lanka, also known as the pearl of the Indian Ocean, is a fantastic place to visit, especially for anyone hoping to get a glimpse of the misty hills. January is quite a pleasant time to travel through Sri Lanka’s hill country. Cooler air, foggy mornings, as well as the gorgeous scenery of tea estates, create a great setting to travel in. Packing with care helps you stay comfortable during road journeys, outdoor walks and quiet evenings indoors. This guide is a breakdown of the most practical way to pack for this trip without carrying more than you need.
By John Pattingson24 days ago in Lifehack
Witnesses to a Gorgon's Cruel Silence
High on the flank of Mount Helicon, where the old temple to Athena clung like lichen to the rock, the wind never stopped singing. It keened through cracked columns, stirred dust along the mosaic floor, and carried the faint mineral scent of the sacred spring that still trickled in the inner courtyard. Few pilgrims came anymore. The oracle at Delphi had declared the place unclean; the goddess had turned her face away. Only one attendant remained, sent not by devotion but by decree.
By Diane Foster24 days ago in Fiction
