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Artist Spotlight with Eric Selby
People tend to gravitate toward music that feels familiar, yet still manages to surprise you. And that’s the space Eric Selby has been working in for years. Somewhere between Americana, psychedelic folk and roots storytelling.
By Whitney Miller17 days ago in Beat
Resisting Apathy in America
This morning I was sleeping, when I heard what sounded like distant gunfire. My mind questioned, maybe fireworks? I was tired so I drifted back to sleep. I heard it again. I just lay in the dark for a moment, barely awake and decided it was far off and I was safe. Later, when I heard the sound I realized it was a neighbor shoveling snow. Winter storm Fern hit my Maryland suburb hard yesterday, leaving piles of snow in it's wake. I was comforted that a neighbor was simply scraping a shovel against the pavement, to free their car from the snow.
By Kathleen Anderson 17 days ago in Motivation
The Cost Of Words (Pt 2)
Author's Note: This chapter is part of a rough draft of my novel The Cost of Words. I'm sharing it for feedback while I write and revise, with the intention of traditionally or independently publishing the final version. Comments and suggestions are welcome.
By 143Rosey17 days ago in Chapters
The Echo in the Floorboards
The house on Miller Street didn't look haunted. It didn’t have sagging shutters or a bleeding foundation. It was a crisp, mid-century modern ranch with floor-to-ceiling windows and honey-colored oak floors. Elias bought it because it felt "transparent." After a messy divorce and a cramped apartment, he wanted a life where nothing could hide.
By Asghar ali awan17 days ago in Horror
Political Thirty-Four
Another cold day... The news turns to the public. January burns. * Note: I am not trying to be cryptic with my work. And I am not so desperate to think that any words will make a difference now. I just feel that this is a turning point that I predicted when more idiots with weapons were unleashed in the streets of Minnesota. And some people say they are angry or enraged. If you are, and you are not doing anything about it...you are not angry enough.
By Kendall Defoe 17 days ago in Poets
When Intelligence Becomes Artificial, What Happens to the Human Beneath It?
Intelligence used to be something we admired only in people. It lived in curiosity, creativity, empathy, and the ability to make meaning out of chaos. Intelligence was flawed, slow, emotional—and deeply human.
By Mind Meets Machine17 days ago in Humans
Suella Braverman: Political Career, Views, and Public Impact in the UK. AI-Generated.
Suella Braverman is one of the most discussed figures in modern British politics. Known for her firm positions on immigration, law enforcement, and national identity, she has played a significant role within the Conservative Party and the UK government. Her rise to prominence has been shaped by legal expertise, ideological clarity, and repeated appearances at the center of national debate.
By Saad 17 days ago in The Swamp
Friendship Day Gifts
Friendship Day Gifts: Celebrate Meaningful Bonds with Presentail Friendship is one of life’s greatest treasures. It’s the laughter shared during joyful moments, the support offered during difficult times, and the memories built over years of trust and connection. Friendship Day is the perfect occasion to pause and celebrate those bonds with a thoughtful gesture. With Friendship Day gifts from Presentail, showing appreciation to your friends—near or far—becomes simple, meaningful, and memorable.
By Presentail17 days ago in Motivation
Friendship Day Gifts
Celebrate the bonds that matter most with Presentail Lebanon’s Friendship Day Gifts collection, thoughtfully curated to help you express appreciation, gratitude, and love for the friends who make life brighter. Friendship is one of the most meaningful connections we form, and Friendship Day offers the perfect opportunity to pause, reflect, and celebrate those who stand by us through every moment. With Presentail Lebanon, honoring friendship becomes easy, heartfelt, and beautifully executed.
By Presentail17 days ago in Styled
The Nomad Who Changed History
History often celebrates kings born into palaces and generals raised among privilege. Yet some of the greatest transformations come from those who rise from nothing. On the wide open plains where survival was never guaranteed, one young nomad learned that strength alone would not carry him far. Hunger, danger, and uncertainty were part of everyday life. But within these hardships, he developed something more powerful than physical force — patience, awareness, and intelligence.
By Omid17 days ago in Fiction
Consistent Exercise for Lasting Power: An Informative Overview
Consistent exercise for lasting power refers to engaging in regular physical activity over time to achieve sustainable health and fitness benefits. Unlike short-term or irregular workouts, consistency emphasizes steady participation rather than intensity alone. This approach aligns with how the human body adapts, as muscles, bones, the heart, and the nervous system respond best to repeated and predictable movement patterns.
By Therese Marie Thompson17 days ago in Lifehack
Growing Calm from the Ground Up: Healing Through Horticulture for PTSD Relief
Trauma can change how the brain and body respond to the world. For many people, peace feels distant and hard to reach. In recent years, healing through horticulture has gained attention as a gentle and natural way to support people living with PTSD. Gardening offers calm spaces, simple actions, and steady routines. These elements help reduce fear, stress, and emotional overload. This article explores how gardening supports PTSD recovery in practical, meaningful ways.
By Darke Hull17 days ago in Lifehack