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Working To Find Work: How College Graduates Are Struggling for Employment By Jonathan Mandel 14 January 2026 Historically, college graduates have enjoyed higher employment rates than their high school graduate counterparts. This seemed like an obvious occurrence: Having gone through the rigors of higher education, recent college graduates have historically been granted greater, more lucrative access to the labor market due to their advanced degree.
By Jonathan Mandel23 days ago in Writers
Why I Write. Content Warning.
Why do I write? There weren’t enough stories on page and screen that I liked, so I wrote my own. The first time I saw Bride of Chucky I was appalled because they ruined that character. It went against everything that series had been for years prior to 1998. None of the three previous films had any sex scenes. This one did. The other three made me give a shit about the protagonists. I did not give two hits about Jade and Jesse. Chucky was made to look like a goof instead of the foul mouthed and psychotic killer we all knew and loved. The point of this article was to answer the question: why do I write? I write the stories I want to see more of and written the way I want to see stories written.
By DJ Robbins24 days ago in Writers
How To Save America in FOUR EASY STEPS!!!
You know something is wrong, don’t you? You know what’s happening in America is NOT NORMAL, right? You can feel it in your bones, can’t you? Fear, malaise, paralysis by analysis – you know something is up, but it’s so overwhelming, what can YOU do?
By David Muñoz24 days ago in Writers
E Ala Mai!
My arm flails in the direction of the alarm. Who knew a sound could be obnoxious. With a swipe of my thumb, it was snoozed. My head droops back into the coolness and comfort of the silk covered pillow. Wait, did the clock say 6:45 am? The first step out of bed is always the hardest. My toes wiggle into the carpet as I push myself up. Now at the doorway, I glance into the hall. The keiki are still asleep, I sigh with relief. Mm, some alone time. A rarity for any mom. Turning into the bathroom I feel along the small textured bumps of the wall. The lights flicker on. My eyes blink on cue. Reaching for the faucet, I mentally prepare for the shock. My hands join together in a cup shape, the cold-water pouring in. The anticipation was right. I shook at the jolting sensation as the drops trickled down my face. I head towards the kitchen. In a quiet moment of gratitude to whoever invented the Keurig I savor the roast scent as the coffee droplets fill my cup. It read, “But, first coffee,” as if it was personally preaching to me. Black coffee, with a shot of espresso. The network of nerves in my body start to buzz. I call out to the keiki, my voice echoing down the hall like the first ripple of a wave, e ala mai!
By Keola 24 days ago in Writers
Leaving Vocal.
In June 2019, I joined Vocal. I didn't really get active on it until last year and I must confess that the affirmation of winning so many contests and interacting with many of you fantastic humans is a priceless memory.
By Test25 days ago in Writers
Where Dreams Loved Me Back
chapter 1 Chapter One: The Quiet I Learned to Carry Matthew’s perspective, I don’t remember when life started feeling heavy. It wasn’t sudden — it was gradual, like carrying a bag that someone kept adding weight to until one day I realized I couldn’t put it down anymore.
By Anshu Giri25 days ago in Writers
An ordinary Chinese friendship story
In December 2016, I had been away from home for a year and a half, working on the remote Cook Islands. One day, feeling intensely homesick, I opened my computer and searched for the map of my hometown. I discovered that the water flowing out from the main dam of Dongting Reservoir traveled past Huitang, down toward Ningxiang, gradually becoming a river called Wu River. At the edge of the county town, Wu River joined the Wei River. Near its end, it branched off again, looping around a place called Tiaomizhou before rejoining the main river, with a dam built at the point of convergence.
By Jicky Liu25 days ago in Writers
How Elite Content Writers Are Building Personal Brands in 2026
In 2026, elite content writers are no longer invisible contributors working behind brand names. They are brands. The shift didn’t happen overnight, and it wasn’t driven by ego or vanity. It was driven by survival, leverage, and the realization that words alone are no longer enough. In an era where AI can generate articles in seconds, what truly separates elite writers is not speed or volume, but identity, credibility, and influence.
By Sathish Kumar 26 days ago in Writers
Why Reliable HVAC and Home Energy Services Matter for Modern Homes
Keeping a home comfortable throughout the year is not just about heating and cooling anymore. Today, homeowners care about energy use, indoor air quality, and long-term system performance. This is why professional HVAC and home energy services play an important role in modern homes.
By sammmy27 days ago in Writers
The Love That Learned to Wait 🌸
They first noticed each other without meaning to. Mira sat by the window of the small neighborhood café every Tuesday afternoon, always with the same cup of tea, always with a book she reread instead of finishing. Elias came in on those same Tuesdays, usually late, usually flustered, always ordering coffee he forgot to drink while staring at his laptop as if it might confess something important.
By Zidane27 days ago in Writers
Stealing Thunder
Doing well has proven to be disappointing on some levels. I never thought getting somewhere or attaining my goals would cause that emotion. But it does, or rather has. Maybe, I should say it did.
By Alexandra Grant27 days ago in Writers
Why Preventive Healthcare Is Essential for Long-Term Wellness
Preventive healthcare plays a key role in maintaining good health and avoiding serious medical conditions. Instead of waiting until symptoms become severe, preventive care focuses on early detection and regular monitoring.
By sammmy28 days ago in Writers