Setting
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An Anomalous white lightning fractures throughout the realm, coating an illuminated portrait onto the sands as it sweeps over a towering dune. The lightning pulsates, shining a brighter reflection on the sand’s complexion, sparkling golden halos just before the lightning’s flailing retreat.
By Noah Lichtenbergabout a year ago in Critique
Thriller Story " Cooperative Mission"
PROLOGUE: THE TRAGEDY(8 Years ago) 8 years ago a young couple went for a holiday trip in a taxi. With music playing it was very soothing and peaceful. But everything changed in a fraction of a second. Suddenly a truck came from the front and the taxi collided with it and in a flash their dreams were shattered.
By Paravnoor Singh Sethiabout a year ago in Critique
The Toxicity of Hustle Culture
Another dream that did not reach its fruition, another soul that was shattered by its externality. It is heartbreaking to hear the recent news about a dynamic young professional , Anna Perayil, living in Pune, from EY who took her life due to extreme work pressure and a toxic workplace environment.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Critique
The path to totalitarian regime
The reader is invited to reflect on the dangers associated with the transformation of a nation’s collective mindset. Historical examples, such as the atrocities of the Hitler era, demonstrate how a totalitarian regime can foster a lasting aversion to nationalism. Instead of promoting order, morality, respect, and progress, the Nazi regime left a negative mark that resonates across all continents.
By Viviane Bazabout a year ago in Critique
A Letter to misinformation
I am an anonymous writer in society, a futurist who sees the world with attentive eyes, always seeking to build and reflect on human evolution. My criticism does not emerge as an attack but as an invitation to deep dialogue and an incessant search for learning and growth. I live with the eternal hope that humanity can develop in its fullness, and this constant faith drives me to critically observe everything around me, especially the major processes that shape humanity.
By Viviane Bazabout a year ago in Critique
Oprah CRASHES Meghan's speech
In a surprising twist, Meghan Markle has made headlines once again, this time for her involvement in a new bookstore inauguration. Recently, Meghan has been popping up at various public events, particularly those tied to her favorite topic—books. As an avid book lover myself, it's hard to criticize anyone for promoting reading. But when Meghan is involved, there always seems to be more than meets the eye.
By The Big Bad about a year ago in Critique
The Witch (Circa 1966)
When I was a kid, one of the joys of my young life was coming home from school on a Friday night, knowing that if I had good marks in all my classes, I could stay up late and watch my two favorite shows. My first favorite was, hands down, Start Trek, but after it went off, there was a local show that I loved to watch, called "Shock Theater". You could find the title of the movie they were showing that night in the tv guide, so I had my nose in that magazine on Monday mornings, planning my weekend ahead.
By Veronica Coldironabout a year ago in Critique
Women on Screen: Psychological Themes in Contemporary Indian Cinema
Cinema and film are prevalent forms of mass communication that significantly influence opinions, shape perceptions, and reinforce prevailing cultural norms. They entertain audiences globally, offering an escape from everyday life by creating an alternate reality. Additionally, cinema has the power to alter individuals' mindsets and help establish new cultural, social, and political values. Indian cinema has long been a significant part of Indian culture, impacting society and individual lives in various ways. Movies influence people's fashion choices, speech, and social behaviour, both directly and indirectly. Over time, Indian cinema has evolved from traditional mythological films to "Bollywoodized" adaptations of successful Hollywood movies. In the 1970s, Indian cinema began to adopt a more socially conscious and politically focused approach.
By Hridya Sharma2 years ago in Critique
Microsoft Azure Globally Down
On July 30, 2024, at approximately 13:13 UTC, Microsoft Azure & Microsoft 365 reported a global outage affecting a subset of its services. The issue resulted in timeouts and difficulties connecting to various Azure services worldwide. Multiple engineering teams at Microsoft were promptly engaged to diagnose and resolve the issue. The company acknowledged the problem and provided updates on the Azure status page.
By Shine b john2 years ago in Critique
