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Word of the Day: 殺菌剤
Unfortunately I found myself getting too late of a start today so, I am not able to go to where I was wanting to go originally. As what has been happening more recently. It can't be helped.
By Kayla McIntosh23 days ago in Confessions
Inside the Gym of Chad “Thunderbuns” Wilson, The World’s First Mentagonist™
When I accepted an internship at The Pompous Post, I imagined journalism. Investigations, serious interviews, and possibly a press badge. Instead, last Tuesday morning, I was handed a clipboard and told:
By The Pompous Post23 days ago in Humor
Trenches. Honorable Mention in Everyone Is Acting Normally Challenge.
I crushed my smoke out on the pavement outside the apartment complex before rubbing my eyes deeply and hauling myself off the curb and onto my feet. Two days in a row now I had shown up at Joeys, 7:30 AM so we could walk over to Sal’s shop and start our shift by 8:00. He was normally waiting for me, bright eyed and ready to go, guy loved working on cars all day while I just did it to pay for rent and cigarettes. It’s not the worst job I’ve ever had, but the jeep with two broken cv axels and a cracked transfer case was going to take me most of the day, and I’ve never liked an all-day project.
By Brier23 days ago in Fiction
The Role of High-Strength Steel in Ensuring Safe 50-Ton Overhead Crane Construction
Overhead cranes are indispensable in industries ranging from steel production to heavy machinery handling, providing the capacity to lift, move, and position loads with precision and efficiency. Among these, a 50-ton overhead crane represents a significant engineering feat, capable of handling extremely heavy materials safely. The safety and reliability of such cranes depend heavily on the materials used in their construction. One of the most critical materials in modern overhead crane design is high-strength steel (HSS). This article explores the role of high-strength steel in ensuring safe 50-ton overhead crane construction, emphasizing structural integrity, performance under load, and long-term operational safety.
By Aicrane0123 days ago in Journal
The Spot. Runner-Up in Everyone Is Acting Normally Challenge.
No one blinked. As they gathered by the image processor, taking time to adjust all of their eye sockets and each dial and module on the machine, they simply stared and stared at what they were looking at. No one thought to make a mental note of this; no one thought that their psychic connection could handle this. But there it was and they had to process it.
By Kendall Defoe 23 days ago in Fiction
What Am I Missing?
Day 1 My mission is simple, to learn about humans by becoming one. They’ve got a written history, but I’d rather go in fresh and improvise. I’ve been doing this a long time and consider myself an expert at blending in. Confidence is the key. If you just look like you know what you’re doing, it’s generally accepted.
By Leslie Writes23 days ago in Fiction
U4gm Los Santos in Ruins: Survive Radiation in GTA5’s New Post-Apocalyptic MOD
If you think you know GTA5, think again. Los Santos has always been a playground for high-speed chases, over-the-top heists, and endless chaos—but a new mod is flipping everything upside down. The Exclusion Zone transforms the familiar streets into a post-apocalyptic, radiation-filled wasteland, and players are loving the challenge.
By lalo23 days ago in Gamers
Untitled Haiku
woodpecker knocking hollow limb receives the blows silent, save his echo
By Bride of Sound23 days ago in Poets
Introducing MalekBSavage: A Rising Voice Focused on Purpose and Progress
In today’s rapidly shifting music landscape, emerging artists are navigating an industry shaped by technology, accessibility, and changing audience behavior. Among them is MalekBSavage, who offers a candid look into his personal definition of success, his thoughts on artificial intelligence in music, and his observations about how listeners respond once they give his work a chance. His reflections present a straightforward perspective on ambition, authenticity, and growth within the modern era of music. MalekBSavage shares, “I feel like I’ll be successful when I can buy my mom a house and make it to where she never has to work again.” His statement defines success in personal rather than commercial terms. Instead of centering achievements around chart positions, awards, or public recognition, he identifies a milestone rooted in financial stability and family support. By expressing this goal, he connects his professional aspirations directly to his desire to create security for his mother. The sentiment reflects a common motivation among many artists who view their careers not only as personal endeavors but also as vehicles for uplifting loved ones.
By Cloutfly23 days ago in Beat
What Is Hardiness? Understanding Your Zone and Plant Survival. AI-Generated.
Hardiness is a plant's ability to survive adverse conditions, most critically cold temperatures. It is quantified through hardiness zones, a system that maps average minimum winter temperatures across regions. Learning to read and apply this system transforms you from a hopeful gambler into an informed gardener who selects plants destined to survive and thrive.
By Emma Wallace23 days ago in Earth
Dead Ops Arcade 4 Is Back in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 – Here’s Why You Can’t Miss It
If you’re a Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 player and haven’t checked out the Dead Ops Arcade 4 event yet, you’re seriously missing out. Starting February 26, 2026, this limited-time, zombie-themed arcade mode has returned, and it’s packed with everything fans love: fast-paced action, leaderboard challenges, and exclusive rewards.
By Dangyc Ding23 days ago in Gamers
It Is Only The Beginning
All my years on this planet, and who would have thought that I could get dementia? I have been a professor, teaching others my entire life, and now I may have Lewy Body Dementia.
By Denise E Lindquist23 days ago in Fiction