fact or fiction
Is it a fact or is it merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores relationship myths and truths to get your head out of the clouds and back into romantic reality.
The Race for Quantum Primacy: Who Will Shape the New Era of Computation?
Introduction The global pursuit of quantum primacy—sometimes called quantum supremacy or quantum advantage—signals more than a competitive sprint among big tech companies and leading research institutions. It represents a profound transformation in how humanity can solve previously intractable problems, with the potential to disrupt cryptography, revolutionize pharmaceuticals, optimize global logistics, and even unravel mysteries of the universe itself.
By Reframeroots6 months ago in Humans
Clash of the Stone Titans. AI-Generated.
I. The Arena The stadium smelled of sweat, dust, and crushed stone. Sunlight poured through cracks in the wooden beams, cutting golden slivers across the rocky arena floor. The crowd roared, a living wave of sound, as the competitors stepped forward.
By Muhammad Riaz6 months ago in Humans
The Anonymous Tip
My name is Clara Edith and I had always thought my life was ordinary. I worked in a small office, kept to myself, and spent most evenings reading or walking through the quiet streets near my apartment. I liked the predictability, the simple routine, and the small sense of control it gave me. Then one rainy afternoon, everything changed with a single email.
By LUNA EDITH6 months ago in Humans
Around Half Of U.S. Adults Drink Alcohol—A Record Low—But Sales Remain Steady
Key About This Only 54% of adults told Gallup they drink at all, the most recent data shows, a record-low number and a 4% drop from 2024. Young people self-reported a lower amount of drinking compared to their older peers, with 50% of people ages 18 to 24 saying they drink alcohol, compared to 56% of people over age 35. Men reported drinking more (57% compared to 51% of women), and white adults (56%) said they drink more than people of color (52%). For the first time in the history of Gallup's poll, a majority of Americans also said that drinking in moderation, even "one or two drinks a day," is bad for their health. Fifty-three percent of respondents said drinking was unhealthy, a sharp rise from the 28% who believed that to be true in 2018 and 39% in 2023. Fewer people also said they believed drinking could be beneficial—25% of people believed that in 2005, down to 19% in 2016 and 6% this year. Americans are choosing to drink alcohol, marking a record low in consumption levels, yet sales figures suggest the industry isn’t feeling much of a pinch—at least not yet. According to the latest Gallup poll, just 54% of U.S. adults say they consume alcohol at all. This figure represents a 4% decline from 2024 and is the lowest level recorded in Gallup’s decades-long survey history. The downward shift is most noticeable among younger adults. Only half of people aged 18 to 24 reported drinking alcohol, compared to 56% among those aged 35 and older. The generational divide highlights a clear cultural change—one that could reshape the future of alcohol consumption in America.
By Muhammad Sabeel6 months ago in Humans
The Day a Stranger Changed My Life Forever
It was a bitterly cold winter morning — the kind where the wind feels like tiny needles piercing your skin. I stood at the bus stop, clutching my thin jacket around me. The zipper was broken, and no matter how tightly I held it closed, the icy air still found its way in. My fingers were numb. My stomach was empty. My mind… restless.
By Muhammad Kaleemullah6 months ago in Humans
The Text Message I Almost Ignored — And How It Changed My Life Forever
The Message That Could Wait… Or So I Thought It was 9:47 p.m. on a Tuesday when my phone buzzed. I was halfway through a Netflix series, wrapped in a blanket, and holding a bowl of popcorn.
By The Narrative Hub6 months ago in Humans
The Roads of Power
Surely you’ve heard the famous saying, “All roads lead to Rome,” but have you ever reflected on the deeper meaning behind it? This celebrated saying reflects the extraordinary power that ancient Rome wielded through a network of infrastructures built with a precise purpose: to extend dominance and strengthen control.
By Halina Piekarska (UltraBeauty Blog)6 months ago in Humans
