Fantasy

US Faces Significant Flu Wave as Cases Top 11 Million Subtitle. AI-Generated.
A Widespread Start to the Flu Season The United States is experiencing a strong and early influenza wave, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As of the most recent estimates, there have been at least 11 million flu illnesses so far this season. This number is based on mathematical models that track outpatient visits, hospitalizations, and laboratory data. The season began to accelerate in November, which is earlier than typical peak periods often seen in January or February. This early surge has led to significant strain in some communities.
By Saad about a month ago in Fiction
A Shift in Moscow: Russia Recalculates as Maduro's Grip on Venezuela Falters. AI-Generated.
The Foundation of an Alliance For over a decade, the relationship between Moscow and Caracas was straightforward. Under Hugo Chávez, and then his successor Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela became a strategic partner for Russia in Latin America. The alliance was built on three pillars: oil, arms, and a shared opposition to American influence. Russia provided loans, military hardware, and political backing. In return, Venezuela offered oil contracts and a vote of support in international forums. For the Kremlin, it was a successful project in building global influence.
By Saad about a month ago in Fiction
Immortality Pill Failure
Putin woke up after the injection, looked in the mirror, and dialed a number in panic, "Masha, I don't think this immortality pill works the way it's supposed to! Are you sure about the dosage?"
By Lana V Lynxabout a month ago in Fiction
How to Survive an Alien Abduction
1. Introduction It is no secret that the river is not as safe as it used to be. The threats that have risen against us have multiplied on a massive scale. I’m not talking about bears, eagles, or even one another, I’m talking about a far more formidable foe. Many have said that they are just a myth or a scary bedtime story for your fingerlings, but the truth is, they’re out there lying in wait for us. If they weren’t, we wouldn’t have seen so many disappearances as we have in this past season. Make no mistake, aliens are very real. That is why I’m here to tell you exactly what you need to do in the event of a close encounter.
By Levi Dicksonabout a month ago in Fiction
Apparition . Content Warning.
Author’s note: An old story that I unlisted because I was submitting it to a contest. Didn’t win, so now it’s back up. I hope you enjoy :)
By Alexander McEvoyabout a month ago in Fiction
Berganashio - Chapter 29
The day of the battle had finally arrived. In full battle gear, Larkin and Villi flew in the lead of the army of merfaries. Pori, Bry and Cotton were still missing. It was an important day. They did not have time to search for them, especially since they knew that Pori refused to join them in the fight against the mutated fairies.
By Rowan Finley about a month ago in Fiction
Lifetimes . Content Warning.
136 years later Marcus I sit in my new apartment in Charlotte as I ay on my new bed that Just got here yesterday, the only piece of furniture in the apartment and the first time in my life I've had anything actually new that wasn't handed down to me. I sigh as I enjoy my little piece of success until I hear a knock on the door, I pop my head up like a meerkat trying to not be prey as I yell who is it? I hear back its Santa Claus you dipwad! I shake my head as I get up and open the door as my sister walks in pushing pass me and says I told you I was coming over today.
By cheyenne about a month ago in Fiction
Saga of the Red King
A very long time ago, in a kingdom that you could see right now if you really tried, lived a king clad in every resplendent shade of red and gold one could imagine; his robes were of the finest fabric, and he appeared as if his attire glistened and effervesced with wonderful light whenever he stepped into the the warm, glowing light of the sun. He wore a crown of choice rubies, topaz, and gold, crafted from dwarves and cyclops of ages long before anyone can remember.
By Dominic Vendittiabout a month ago in Fiction
Preface and Epigraph
Preface This story blends fiction and non-fiction using actual memories shared by my son Toby and me. Before each chapter, you’ll find a memory from our lives; most of them true and written as accurately as I remember. The real memories are woven throughout the story and intertwined with the main narrative. Though this story dives into some heavy moments, Toby was never in danger of losing his life.
By Anton Mathias Heft about a month ago in Fiction
PACO Calling TACO - 8
"Hello, Donald?" "Yes, Vladimir? We are on full-name basis again?" "Yes, I'm so mad at you!" "Why, Vladimir? What did I do?"
By Lana V Lynxabout a month ago in Fiction
Welcome 2026. AI-Generated.
The first morning of 2026 arrived quietly. There were no fireworks in the sky anymore, no loud cheers echoing through the streets. The world seemed to pause, as if taking a deep breath before stepping forward. The sun rose slowly, casting a soft golden light over cities, villages, and homes across the globe. It was a new year, untouched and full of possibility.
By Bilal Mohammadiabout a month ago in Fiction
♡ Me and My Identity ♡
♡ Me and My Identity ♡ ■ Episode 4 ✍ By: Abdul-Ilah Abdul-Qader Al-Junaid Abu Zaid, a kind man in his fifties who had lost his sight due to the hardships of past conflicts, was accustomed to going out with his son Zaid to buy groceries from the market and then returning home. However, Zaid was now with his classmates at the summer center on its first day. Despite this, Abu Zaid insisted on going out as usual, but this time alone, driven by a desire to check on any neighborhood children who might have been late joining the center.
By ZAIDALGONAIDabout a month ago in Fiction