fact or fiction

Is it a fact or is it merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the lesser known truths in the corporate culture of Journal.

Did The Future Already Happen?
In contemplating the nature of time, one is confronted with a paradoxical question: do our past, present, and future all coexist simultaneously? Could it be that as you read this, you are not only experiencing the present moment but also witnessing your own birth and eventual demise? Astonishingly, the answer may lean towards affirmation. But such a notion challenges our conventional understanding of time, prompting us to delve deeper into its enigmatic workings.
By Med Karim2 years ago in Journal
Adam and Eve, No Naval Buttons
I've put this story together by L.C. Schafer's suggestion, who thought AI bloopers could be a fun thing (thanks, LC!). When I was writing my "Who's Eve 1.0?" story, I needed a good illustration of Adam and Eve in paradise. I didn't want to go with the images of famous classical paintings as all of them have Adam and Eve depicted with naval buttons, which as we know is a mistake since they were the first people created by God, not born of a woman, and couldn't have had the placenta.
By Lana V Lynx2 years ago in Journal
Why we all need subtitles now?
As an avid consumer of visual media, my life seems to revolve around screens. Whether I'm commuting on the train, relaxing at home, indulging in a cinematic experience at the theater, breaking a sweat at the gym, or even tackling mundane chores like washing dishes or soaking in the bath, you can bet that I'll have a movie or TV show playing in the background. Yet, amidst this ubiquitous consumption, there's a peculiar habit that I've observed myself and many others indulging in—a reliance on subtitles. It's a phenomenon that seems to be on the rise, with a staggering 57% of individuals from a recent YouTube poll admitting to feeling the need for subtitles to comprehend dialogue effectively. But why is this becoming increasingly prevalent?
By Med Karim2 years ago in Journal
The Shadow of Success
In the bustling metropolis of Arcadia, where skyscrapers pierced the heavens and the neon glow of the city never faded, there lived a young man named Oliver. From the moment he could walk, Oliver was driven by a relentless ambition – a burning desire to rise above his humble beginnings and carve out a legacy that would stand the test of time.
By Ndubuisi Okereke2 years ago in Journal
West Coast Milblogger
It’s Super Bowl Sunday and time to get real about America’s green economy policy. We are the largest oil producers in the world. The Inflation Reduction Act funds logging mills on Indian Reservations. Now to discuss the new logging bills in Oregon.
By Cyrus Emerson2 years ago in Journal
Mastering the K.I.S.S. Money Method
Discover the benefits and implementation of the K.I.S.S. Money Method, a simple and effective strategy for managing finances, and learn how it can enhance your financial management and success.
By Timothy A Rowland2 years ago in Journal
What happens if you don‘t put your phone in airplane mode
Currently, there exists an intricate dance of invisible signals traversing the atmosphere encompassing you. Beyond the perceivable spectrum of light discernible to the human eye, colossal radio waves, expansive as entire buildings, traverse the ether, ferrying crucial information between interconnected computational devices, global positioning systems, cellular telephones, and an array of other technological marvels. Consider this: if one could visually apprehend radio waves, the emission from your cellular device would render it visible even from the vantage point of Jupiter. However, this hypothetical visualization is impeded by the pervasive interference saturating the celestial expanse, stemming from an amalgamation of routers, satellites, and the perpetually active cellular devices of individuals who neglect to switch to airplane mode during air travel.
By Med Karim2 years ago in Journal
The Art of Self-Transformation:
The journey of life often strikes us with a monotonous tone of finding chaos and distress in the mundanity of our daily lives. Not achieving what we set our mind to and being stuck in a downward spiral of self-doubt and self-pity is often a sign that something in our life is not going the right way. We need to take a step back and reevaluate the present situation we are in. Here are some concrete steps that you can follow to embrace change and become a better version of yourself.
By Hridya Sharma2 years ago in Journal
Progression, Day X
I cannot agree that I am making progress. As surely as one step will follow another, destination is key in light of expenses.
By Ad-Libbing With The Z-Man2 years ago in Journal
Money quotes celebrating financial literacy and independence. Content Warning.
We know that the earlier you learn the basics of how money works, the more confident and successful you’ll be with your finances later in life. It’s never too late to start learning, but it pays to have a head start. The first steps into the world of money start with education.
By afrahim2 years ago in Journal
DALL-E Struggles
Yesterday (February 6, 2024) I needed to create an image of a colorful pinwheel to illustrate the Circuit of Culture model for my today's class. I am paying over $20/month for the ChatGPT subscription that now includes the latest version of the DALL-E image generator. So I decided to put it to work. I will just give the screenshots of my numerous attempts to get it right and provide them with commentary and explanations as needed.
By Lana V Lynx2 years ago in Journal
A Tale of Unity
In the bustling city of Lagos, Nigeria, and the vibrant streets of Johannesburg, South Africa, the year 2024 brought about a remarkable story of friendship, cooperation, and shared dreams between two nations separated by geography but united in spirit.
By Sunday Markus2 years ago in Journal