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 Haunted History of Devil’s Turnaround. AI-Generated.
Hidden in the quiet woods of Cobb County, Georgia, lies a place few dare to tread after dark — Devil’s Turnaround. To the casual passerby, it is merely a forgotten cemetery, overgrown and silent. But those who linger feel something else entirely — a presence that watches, waits, and, some claim, strikes. Over decades, this place has inspired stories of malevolent spirits, ritualistic activity, and inexplicable phenomena that have terrified locals, paranormal investigators, and adventurous thrill-seekers alike.
By Jeremy Byers2 months ago in 01
Altamaha-ha. AI-Generated.
An in-depth exploration of history, folklore, sightings, and cultural meaning If you drift quietly along the coffee-colored waters of Georgia’s Altamaha River—one of the largest rivers on the U.S. East Coast—you may hear whispers of a creature locals insist has lived there for centuries. It goes by many names, but the most enduring is Altamaha-ha, affectionately shortened to “Altie.” A cryptid said to roam the depths of the Altamaha River and the interwoven canals of the Georgia coast, Altamaha-ha remains one of the American South’s most unique and intriguing legendary creatures.
By Jeremy Byers2 months ago in 01
The Flatwoods Monster. AI-Generated.
On a cool September night in 1952, a quiet Appalachian town became the center of one of the most baffling and iconic monster legends in American folklore. The story of the Flatwoods Monster—also called the Braxton County Monster, the Green Monster, or even “that thing the kids saw on the hill”—remains one of the most intriguing cases in UFO lore. It’s a tale woven from fear, Cold War anxieties, imaginative eyewitness testimony, and the enduring human appetite for mysteries.
By Jeremy Byers2 months ago in 01
Amhuluk: The Water Monster of the Columbia Plateau. AI-Generated.
When people think of mythic creatures from the Pacific Northwest, their minds often jump to Bigfoot, sea serpents, or thunderbirds soaring above the forests. But tucked into the oral traditions of the Yakama Nation and neighboring Columbia Plateau tribes is a deeper, stranger, older being—one that embodies the region’s powerful waters and the thin boundary between the human world and the supernatural.
By Jeremy Byers2 months ago in 01
Restless Soil. AI-Generated.
The following was AI assisted with research formatting and grammar. 1. Introduction: More than Just a Graveyard On first glance, Antioch Rest Cemetery—nestled just off County Road 304A outside Grandview, Texas—might not appear remarkable. Its modest headstones, quiet groves, and unassuming entrance give little hint of the chilling reputation it holds among locals and paranormal seekers. But for decades, this cemetery has become a focal point for bone-chilling stories: eerie lights, flying rocks, shadowy figures, and even tales of a “Goatman” stalking its grounds.
By Jeremy Byers2 months ago in 01
The Dover Demon. AI-Generated.
The folowing was AI assistd for research and formatting In April 1977, four independent eyewitnesses in Dover, Massachusetts reported encounters with an unknown bipedal creature possessing a disproportionately large cranium, spindly extremities, and glowing eyes. These sightings occurred within a narrow 25-hour time window and a small geographic radius. Despite the lack of subsequent reports or physical evidence, the “Dover Demon” remains an enduring subject of cryptozoological and anomalistic inquiry. This chapter presents an extensive examination of the case, including historical context, phenomenological analysis, environmental assessment, witness reliability, psychological considerations, comparisons with global analogues, taxonomic hypotheses, and the sociocultural impact of the event. Its singularity provides fertile ground for examining how isolated anomalous experiences enter (and resist entering) regional folklore, and how they challenge conventional classificatory frameworks.
By Jeremy Byers2 months ago in 01
“The Bridge That Had No End”
The Bridge That Had No End By [Ali Rehman] The first time I saw the bridge, I thought it was a trick of the morning fog—a wooden path stretching into a white, hushed nothingness. There were no signs, no footmarks, no sounds but the soft groan of the planks beneath the wind. I had wandered far that day, farther than I meant to, driven by a restlessness I couldn’t name.
By Ali Rehman2 months ago in 01
What Are the Hardest Lessons React Native Developers Learn the Hard Way?. AI-Generated.
It was one of those rain-heavy Fridays in Tampa when the city slows to a quiet hum. Jordan Lee sat in his home office, three screens glowing faintly in the dim light. His coffee had gone cold an hour ago. The terminal flashed red again — another failed build.
By Anthony Rodgers2 months ago in 01
The Ghost in the Machine: Remembering Valve's Bold, Beautiful Steam Machine Flop
We’ve all felt that tug-of-war in our hearts, haven’t we? On one side, the powerful, customizable, but often complicated world of PC gaming. On the other, the simple, plug-and-play comfort of a console like the PlayStation or Xbox. What if you could have both? What if you could have the library of Steam in a box that fit perfectly under your TV?
By Waqar Khan2 months ago in 01
Bed Bug Infestation Management: A Comprehensive Guide for Commercial and Rental Properties
Bed bugs are the worst pests to encounter in any real estate or property management market. While the little bugs may be tiny, they can inflict great emotional distress, monetary loss and tarnish a company’s brand reputation. Handling bed bugs effectively is imperative for hotels, vacant properties, and rental companies. In this blog, we’ll talk about some relevant points for bed bug treatment.
By Jamal Moore2 months ago in 01
