Taboo

The Stranger on Platform Nine
It was a rainy afternoon in Prague, and the train station buzzed with the usual chaos—loudspeakers echoing destinations, footsteps clattering on old tiles, and the scent of coffee blending with metal, rain, and the faint smell of diesel. I was on Platform Nine, backpack in hand, waiting for a train to Vienna.
By Sultan durani 9 months ago in Confessions
Italy willing to hire more Bangladeshis, visiting minister tells Chief Adviser..
Introduction Italy and Bangladesh share a long-standing relationship that spans across trade, culture, and human mobility. In recent years, the dynamics of this bilateral relationship have taken a pivotal turn with labor migration becoming a central theme. During a high-level meeting with Bangladesh's Chief Adviser, a visiting Italian minister expressed Italy's willingness to hire more Bangladeshi workers in a significant diplomatic engagement. This landmark statement not only reflects the growing trust between the two nations but also signals new opportunities for Bangladeshi migrants and laborers seeking employment in Europe.
By Krypton 9 months ago in Confessions
The Night That Changed Everything
I still remember the color of the sky that night—an impossible shade of dark blue, where the stars looked like scattered pieces of broken glass. The world was quiet, unnaturally so, as if it too was holding its breath. I had no idea when I left the house that evening that I would return a different person.
By Muhammad Hashim9 months ago in Confessions
The Hollow Children
Most people never notice them. They’re the polite couple next door, always smiling but somehow\... off. The child in your daughter’s class who never blinks quite right. The barista who never forgets your name, your order, or your past. They pass as human because they were made to.
By Gabriela Tone9 months ago in Confessions
Even Her Best Friend Never Knew — But Her Phone Knows
She smiled every single day. Her laughter was loud and contagious, echoing through rooms and brightening the hearts of everyone around her. People couldn’t help but be drawn to her energy. She was always there, always giving, always the one to lift others up when they felt low.
By Swathi9 months ago in Confessions
Honoring the Bravest: Minister’s Statement on International Firefighters Day
Introduction On May 4th, the world celebrates International Firefighters Day (IFFD), which honors the bravery, self-sacrifice, and unwavering dedication of firefighters worldwide. On this solemn yet inspiring day, government leaders, fire service organizations, and communities unite to acknowledge the essential role of firefighting professionals in saving lives and protecting property. The Minister for Emergency Services' commemorative address in 2025 drew global attention for its emotional depth, policy commitments, and steadfast support of the fire service community. An in-depth analysis of the Minister's statement for the 2025 International Firefighters Day is provided in this article. It looks at the event's larger historical context, thinks about the themes in the speech, talks about important policy initiatives that were announced, and looks at how firefighting organizations, citizens, and political stakeholders reacted. In the end, the article evaluates the long-term implications of the Minister's speech for the nation's emergency preparedness and fire services reform. It also delves into personal stories of heroism. Chapter 1: Origins and Significance of International Firefighters Day
By Krypton 9 months ago in Confessions
Breaking Free from the Chains of Masturbation
t the edge of his bed, 19-year-old Arman stared blankly at the ceiling. Another night lost. Another promise broken. The same guilt, the same emptiness, the same question — “Why can’t I stop?”
By Dani khan9 months ago in Confessions
The Last Letter. Content Warning.
I discovered her diary three days after we put her in the ground. No family. No mourners. Me and some priest who didn’t know her name.
By Debarghya Chatterjee9 months ago in Confessions
From Shadows to Sunrise: A Year of Becoming
I am chasing the crumpled sunsets, I am chasing the wind that bleeds and the wind that blows, I am dancing in the trumpets of gallant victories and soaring through the rain and snow.
By Hridya Sharma9 months ago in Confessions
The Bus Stop Stranger
I was late—again. The rain was relentless, drumming against my umbrella like it was trying to shake me out of my fog. I had just left the office, soaked in more than just rain: burnout, boredom, and the dull ache of a life on autopilot. My job in digital marketing paid the bills, but it was eating me from the inside out.
By Khan9 months ago in Confessions
Have You Ever Thought About Lying in a Coffin?
Since we were little, we were taught not to say the word death. It’s considered unlucky, pantang, a word that invites bad luck.
By Felicia Yoan9 months ago in Confessions
I Got My Boss Fired by Accident (And I Still Feel Guilty)
It All Started With a Simple Email It was just another ordinary Monday. The kind where you sip coffee, scroll through emails, and mentally prepare yourself for a full inbox and back-to-back meetings. That morning, an email popped up from our department head with the subject line: “Share Your Honest Feedback – Help Us Improve.”
By Waqar Ahmad9 months ago in Confessions