fact or fiction
Is it fact or merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the myths and beliefs we hold about cyber safety, artificial intelligence, dystopian futures and our everyday gadgets.
The Unnoticed Puddle
The way the light bent in the puddle reminded me of the distorted world outside of it. Each raindrop it collected seemed to represent small fragments of necessity. Of ambiguity. Of time. I stood transfixed, unaware of the chaotic street around me. I could still hear the woman beside me talking into her discrete earbuds. I could hear the loudness of her neon sneakers juxtaposed with her gray, corporate suit. I could hear the rain steadily fall onto my transparent umbrella, a convenient barrier between me and the others that blurred reality. I could hear the steam emanating from the hotdog cart as it intermingled with the violinist on the opposing corner. But still, my eyes gazed at this puddle and its poetic combination of the colors gathered from the street lights and yellow-painted lines. It wasn’t until the neon-shoed woman bumped into my umbrella that I realized the crosswalk light had changed. And just like that, I was lost in a sea of people who one at a time walked through the curated puddle to cross the street and get on with their day. I never understood why others complained of rainy days. The way the wet streets and the gathered water mirror the details around us that often go unnoticed. The way it brings out the best or worst in people; whether one sees it for its beauty or for its inconvenience.
By Anna Shadburn4 years ago in 01
A Friendship.
A Friendship. The alarm clock went off at 6:00am as usual. Anna stirred under her blankets. She slowly opened her eyes as the birds started chirping in the tree outside her window. Anna sat up and swung her legs out from under the bedclothes and placed her feet on the floor.
By Nicole Buckley4 years ago in 01
Apartment living: The new breed of luxury homes
If you are looking for a new place to live in Australia, there's never been a better time than now. Apartment living has become the new breed of luxury homes and is quickly becoming one of the most popular housing trends around the world. If you are thinking of investing in a new apartment, then you should definitely get a strata inspection in Sydney or elsewhere before investing your hard-earned money in it, so that you know exactly what you are getting into.
By Georgie Hawthorne4 years ago in 01
Thinking about buying a car off of Craigslist? Here's how to get the best deal.
Craigslist is a classifieds website that has been around for more than 20 years and is available in many countries. It was created in 1995 by Craig Newmark, and it is still going strong today. Craigslist allows buyers to search through listings of cars from sellers near them. For those of you who are thinking about buying a car off of Craigslist rather than going through used car dealers in Wellington, there are many benefits that come with this decision.
By Georgie Hawthorne4 years ago in 01
Aftermarket Car Audio: Everything You Need to Know
An aftermarket car audio system is one that has been installed in a vehicle, usually by the owner of the vehicle. The installation can be done either before or after the purchase of the automobile. Car audio systems are often installed for aesthetic reasons or to improve sound quality through better speakers and amplifiers. There are many types of car stereos in Wellington; one such type is an upgraded factory-installed system, which may include additional features like navigation, DVD players, touch screens and Bluetooth compatibility.
By Georgie Hawthorne4 years ago in 01
“Is SHOPLAZZA a Scam?” – A Common Misunderstanding
eCommerce is one of the world's fastest growing industries today. Several well-known companies and businesses have shifted to online stores in recent years to expand their global reach. These businesses have not only thrived, but they have become far more seamless than they could have been in brick-and-mortar locations.
By Clair Feng4 years ago in 01
23 - Catch
23- CATCH I’ve always felt left out, like the odd one out in a pair of socks. Something that is here but really shouldn’t be. In school, being an outsider isn’t the best thing to decide to be and it’s not as if you have a choice. You just roll up on your first day acting just the way you are and before you know it you have been sorted into a category.
By Elizabeth Butler4 years ago in 01
Types & Classes of Forklifts
Forklifts are a great investment for any company that needs to move and transport materials. They're especially helpful for companies with large warehouses, like manufacturers of furniture or sporting goods. Forklift rentals can be quite costly, but owning your own forklift is more cost-effective in the long run because you only have to pay for the purchase price and not the rental fees as well. While using your own forklifts is more cost effective, it is equally important that you get proper forklift training in Melbourne or elsewhere through recognised institutes.
By Georgie Hawthorne4 years ago in 01
Myths About Laptops You Should Stop Believing In
But you have to work on something — and laptops have become just the tool that has helped out millions of people. From prolonged use, the laptop can start to slow down or warm up — only these two problems are associated with many myths.
By Michail Bukin4 years ago in 01
