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.
The AI Celebrity Era: When Virtual Influencers Outsmart the Real Ones
They don’t sleep, age, or cancel themselves — and they’re stealing the spotlight from real humans. The influencer world used to belong to the beautiful, the bold, and the loud. But now, it belongs to something entirely different: code.
By Shakil Sorkar2 months ago in Journal
AI Companions: The New Digital Relationships
How artificial intelligence is blurring the line between technology and emotional connection. It used to sound like a sci-fi fantasy — people falling in love with machines. But in 2025, it’s happening every day. Millions of users now chat, text, and even form emotional bonds with AI companions: digital partners designed to listen, care, and learn from every interaction.
By Shakil Sorkar3 months ago in Journal
The Rise of AI-Generated Content: Creativity or Copycat Revolution?
How artificial intelligence is reshaping art, music, and storytelling—and what it means for human creators. The internet has seen plenty of revolutions, but few have shaken creativity like this one. In 2025, AI-generated content isn’t just a novelty anymore—it’s everywhere. From artwork to novels, from TikTok voices to YouTube documentaries, artificial intelligence is now co-authoring the stories we watch, read, and share.
By Shakil Sorkar3 months ago in Journal
iOS 26.2 Beta: Apple’s Quiet Revolution in AI, Privacy, and Messaging
iOS 26.2 Beta: Apple’s Quiet Revolution in AI, Privacy, and Messaging The latest iPhone update brings smarter photos, encrypted RCS chats, and subtle design tweaks that redefine how iOS feels.
By Shakil Sorkar3 months ago in Journal
What Is a Self Assessment Tax Return and Who Needs to File One?
For many people in the UK, income tax is automatically deducted from their salary through the PAYE (Pay As You Earn) system. But for millions of self-employed individuals, landlords, company directors, and freelancers, things work differently. They must declare their income and pay their tax directly to HMRC through the Self Assessment tax return process. Understanding how this system operates — and who it applies to — is essential to staying compliant and avoiding unnecessary penalties.
By Self Assessment Tax Return3 months ago in Journal
Stanislav Kondrashov on Wagner Moura Series
Wagner Moura: The Intellectual Actor Redefining Modern Cinema In an era of speed and spectacle, there remains a rare breed of performer who believes that acting is not merely imitation, but inquiry. These are the intellectual actors—artists who merge philosophy with performance, transforming each role into a meditation on human nature, politics, and the moral complexities of our age.
By Stanislav Kondrashov3 months ago in Journal
Young People Don't Matter
I just read an article on Vocal about how Six Flags is shutting down any leftover parks this month in November. I started getting really depressed thinking about it. I've seen the end of so many of my beloved companies and brands. I had to watch Kmart and Sears go down. I had to watch Payless Shoe Source and Albertson's Grocery kick the bucket. I had to watch Chik-Fil-A leave the mall, expand, and dismiss their delicious cole slaw. I had to watch Disney World and Busch Gardens evolve from $25 entrance tickets to $125 entrance tickets. I had to watch the Dollar Tree go from every item costs $1 to you don't know until you're at the register is what every item costs. The world changed so much the past decade. We lost more businesses and "norms" or symbols of Americana culture the past decade than in the three decades previous to it. It's been truly heart-wrenching stuff.
By Shanon Angermeyer Norman3 months ago in Journal
How I Built Massive Arms in 10 Minutes Daily: A Complete Transformation Story
How I Built Massive Arms in 10 Minutes Daily: A Complete Transformation Story I was standing in my bathroom at 6 AM on a Tuesday morning, and I'd had enough. Three years of gym memberships, hundreds of dollars spent, and my arms still looked exactly the same. Thin. Weak. Disappointing.
By Tamer saleh3 months ago in Journal
