fact or fiction
Is it a fact or is it merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores relationship myths and truths to get your head out of the clouds and back into romantic reality.
The Line We Were Never Meant to Cross — Part 2
I shouldn’t have gone back. I knew better. Every nerve screamed, run. But there was something about Aarav that made logic dissolve like sugar in rain. A week passed since that night. A week of sleepless hours, of replaying the feel of his hands, his mouth, the suffocating heat of him pressed against me. I told myself I was done, that I could survive without him. But survival wasn’t enough—I wanted him, and that made me dangerous to myself.
By Rosalina Jane22 days ago in Humans
What is Application Development? A Detailed Guide to 2026
Think about the last app you used today. Maybe you checked the weather, ordered coffee, or scrolled through social media during your commute. Behind each of those taps and swipes is a world of planning, coding, testing, and refining. That's application development, the art and science of building software that actually works for people.
By Supreme Technologies23 days ago in Humans
The Line We Were Never Meant to Cross — Part 1
I knew better than to trust silence. Silence had a way of tempting people into saying things they couldn’t take back. The night I went to Aarav’s house, the city was under a power cut. No streetlights. No neighbors awake. Just rain scratching against windows like it wanted to be let in. I told myself I was there for closure. That was a lie. The door opened before I knocked twice. Aarav stood there barefoot, sleeves rolled up, eyes dark in the candlelight behind him. He looked… undone. Like someone who hadn’t slept, or forgiven himself, or stopped thinking about me. “You shouldn’t be here,” he said. “I know.” Neither of us moved. The storm thundered. Somewhere inside the house, a clock ticked loudly—counting down to something neither of us was ready for. “Come in,” he said finally, stepping aside. The door shut behind me with a sound that felt too final. The house smelled like coffee and rain and something unmistakably him. The living room was lit only by two candles on the table. Shadows clung to the walls, turning familiar furniture into something dangerous. “You said you were done with me,” I said, crossing my arms. “I said I was trying,” he corrected. “There’s a difference.” We had history. Ugly history. Stolen looks that lasted too long. Conversations that went too deep at the wrong hours. A kiss we pretended never happened. And the night he walked away without explanation. “I didn’t come to argue,” I said. “I just wanted to understand why you left.” Aarav laughed softly. Not amused. Bitter. “Because wanting you made me someone I didn’t recognize.” That should’ve scared me. Instead, it pulled me closer. “I waited,” I said quietly. “You disappeared, and I waited like an idiot.” He took a step toward me. One. Slow. Careful. Like approaching a wild thing. “If I touch you,” he said, voice low, “I won’t stop.” My heart slammed against my ribs. “Then don’t touch me,” I whispered. He stopped inches away. Close enough that I could feel his breath. Close enough to smell the rain on his skin. “You’re shaking,” he said. “So are you.” His hand rose—hesitated—then gripped the edge of the table instead of me. Wood cracked softly under his fingers. “This is why I left,” he said tightly. “Because you make me lose control.” I should’ve walked out. Instead, I reached for him. The moment my fingers brushed his wrist, something in him snapped. He pulled me against the wall—hard enough to steal my breath, careful enough not to hurt me. His body caged mine, his forehead resting against my shoulder as if he was fighting himself. “Say the word,” he breathed. “And I’ll let you go.” I didn’t. I tilted my head, exposing my neck without meaning to. That was all it took. His mouth found my skin—slow, claiming, dangerous. Not rushed. Like he wanted to memorize every reaction, every gasp. My hands fisted in his shirt, pulling him closer even as my mind screamed warnings. This wasn’t soft love. This was hunger. He kissed me like he was afraid I’d disappear again. Like the world might end if he didn’t take this moment. When his lips met mine, it wasn’t gentle—it was controlled, deliberate, full of restraint barely holding together. “I hate how much I want you,” he murmured against my mouth. “I hate that I came back,” I replied, breathless. We kissed anyway. Time blurred. The storm raged louder. Candlelight flickered wildly, shadows dancing around us like witnesses. His hand rested on my waist, thumb pressing into my skin like a promise and a threat. Then he stopped suddenly. Forehead against mine. Breathing uneven. “If we keep going,” he said, “this won’t end clean.” I looked at him. Really looked. At the man who ran because he cared too much. At the darkness he carried. At the way he still held me like I mattered. “Nothing about us ever was,” I said. The power came back on with a sharp click. Light flooded the room. Reality rushed in. We stepped apart instantly. I smoothed my clothes. He ran a hand through his hair. The moment shattered, but the damage was already done. I walked to the door. “Don’t disappear again,” I said without turning around. “I won’t,” he replied. I believed him. That was the most dangerous part.
By Rosalina Jane24 days ago in Humans
The Unseen Power of Words
Words are among the few things humans create that outlive their creators while still carrying their breath. Long after a voice goes silent, its words continue working quietly, shaping beliefs, framing memories, and steering decisions. We often treat language as a simple tool for communication, a neutral bridge between minds. But words are not neutral. They never were. They are forces.
By noor ul amin24 days ago in Humans
Immigration Officer Misconduct at KLIA. AI-Generated.
The Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) has become the focal point of several significant immigration officer misconduct investigations in recent months, revealing systemic integrity issues within Malaysia's immigration operations.
By Anie the Candid Mom Abroad25 days ago in Humans
Multinational Crisis Part 4: Who Cares?
“Frankly, my dear, I don’t give a damn!” Facebook. Silent. TikTok. Silent Instagram, Threads, Lemon8, and every other social media, are not concerned with what is happening to you, women and men, on their platforms. They care only, for the mighty dollar and statistics.
By Alexandra Grant25 days ago in Humans
Top 10 Web Application Development Frameworks in 2026
The landscape of web application development continues to transform rapidly as we navigate through 2026. Selecting the appropriate framework has become critical for businesses seeking to build scalable, secure, and high-performing digital solutions. Whether you're developing custom software in Chicago or creating mobile apps for a global audience, understanding current framework capabilities is essential for project success.
By Supreme Technologies25 days ago in Humans
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Introduction Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a special holiday celebrated in the United States. It honors the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a great leader who fought for freedom, equality, and justice. This day reminds people to treat everyone with respect and kindness, no matter their skin color, religion, or background. Dr. King believed in peace and non-violence, and his message is still important today.
By Farhan Sayed25 days ago in Humans
Today, Tomorrow
I had a moment recently where I contemplated what is even genuine anymore in the digital space. Humans were bound to be predictable in our unethical use of AI, I cannot think of any popular user generated platform online that has not been exploited or oversaturated in one way or another. Money, power and dominance are the pillars of society, so it is no surprise the rapid development of AI coincides with the human condition.
By Malachai Hough26 days ago in Humans
Emotional Intimacy in the Digital Age:
Emotional Intimacy in the Digital Age: Why Connection Feels Harder Than Ever In an era of constant connectivity, emotional intimacy is quietly declining. People are more reachable than ever, yet many adults report feeling emotionally distant, misunderstood, or lonely.
By Artical Media27 days ago in Humans
