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Borrowing Hope
Start with a cup you don’t love anymore the chipped one, the mug that tastes faintly of pennies. ~ Rinse it. Not perfectly. Let a little cloud stay.
By Milan Milic7 days ago in Poets
M O X I E
The potency of greatness is concentrated by your ability to bind soul to action. By activating your body’s raw ingredients,
By Kale Sinclair7 days ago in Poets
Designing Adaptive Robotics for Dynamic Work Environments with Michael Mollod. AI-Generated.
Automation has progressed far beyond static machinery programmed for fixed tasks. Today’s robotic systems are expected to function within environments shaped by human activity, shifting workflows, and constant operational change. Precision remains important, but it is no longer sufficient on its own. Modern automation depends on adaptability, situational awareness, and the ability to respond intelligently to real-time conditions.
By Michael Mollod7 days ago in Journal
Iran Adds Seven Years to Prison Sentence of Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Narges Mohammadi. AI-Generated.
Introduction Iranian authorities have sentenced Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi to an additional seven years in prison, according to her legal representatives and rights organizations. The ruling has intensified international attention on Iran’s judicial practices and its treatment of activists and dissidents. Mohammadi, a long-time human rights advocate, is already serving a sentence related to previous convictions.
By Saad 7 days ago in FYI
𝕗𝕚𝕣𝕖𝕤𝕥𝕒𝕣𝕥𝕖𝕣
The flame will still rise in my pulsating heartstrings' smoldering embers.
By Colleen Walters7 days ago in Poets
Witches
Author’s Note This piece is not about reclaiming a label. It is about reclaiming memory. “Witch” has always been a placeholder word— used to name people whose wisdom could not be regulated, taxed, or erased without resistance. I write this not to romanticize the past, but to recognize the present: how much ancient knowing still lives in modern bodies waiting to be trusted again.
By Flower InBloom7 days ago in Poets
King Charles Says He Is Ready to Support Police Following Claims Involving Prince Andrew. AI-Generated.
Introduction Britain’s King Charles III has signaled his readiness to support police authorities following renewed claims involving his brother, Prince Andrew. The statement comes amid increased public and media attention on how institutions respond to allegations linked to prominent figures. While details remain limited, the response from the monarch reflects a broader emphasis on cooperation with law enforcement and respect for due process.
By Saad 7 days ago in FYI
I Stopped Talking to My Family And friends for 7 Days (With Their Permission
🌎 T h i s world is yours! 👿 The rules were simple, but the feeling was heavy. For one week, inside our house, there would be no spoken words between 6:00 PM and 8:00 AM. No asking "How was your day?" No yelling "Dinner is ready!" No mindlessly filling the silence with complaints about the news.
By Omid khan7 days ago in Psyche
Migrant Boat Capsizes off Libya, Leaving 53 Dead. AI-Generated.
Introduction At least 53 people have died after a migrant boat capsized off the coast of Libya, according to rescue agencies and regional authorities. The incident adds to a growing list of deadly crossings in the central Mediterranean, one of the world’s most dangerous migration routes. Despite ongoing rescue efforts and international attention, migrants continue to face severe risks as they attempt to reach Europe by sea.
By Saad 7 days ago in FYI
Sanae Takaichi Signals Push for Constitutional Change After Japan Election Result. AI-Generated.
Introduction Japan’s recent election delivered a strong result for the ruling bloc, reshaping political debate in Tokyo. In the aftermath, senior conservative figure Sanae Takaichi said the outcome creates momentum to revisit changes to Japan’s constitution. Her remarks, reported in international financial media, have brought renewed focus to an issue that has divided the country for decades.
By Saad 7 days ago in FYI
Rising Voice, Sunshine Reclaimed
She carried more than most could see, took extra work, wore bravery, counted dollars late at night and told the world that she was “alright.”
By Teena Quinn 7 days ago in Poets
Scrapbooking as a Tool for Mental Health
In my early twenties, I started keeping a daily journal. I enjoyed doodling, gluing in receipts, and writing down my thoughts. I started journaling with the intention of capturing memories, since my mental illness greatly affects my long-term memory.
By Kera Hollow7 days ago in Psyche