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thank you, the regret is all mine
the path fueled by desire forged by deceit overwrought by obligation acquired by a diamond that secured a promise
By Greer Monroeless than a minute ago in Poets
"History’s Deadliest Auction: THE MAN WHO BOUGHT ROME"
"Did you know there was a day in history when the entire Roman Empire was put up for sale to the highest bidder? No elections, no wars—just a literal auction for the world's greatest superpower. And the man who bought it? He paid the highest price in history... but not just in gold."
By Its_Shani 3 minutes ago in History
NVIDIA Launches Vera CPU, Purpose-Built for Agentic AI. AI-Generated.
In a major move to expand its footprint beyond graphics processing, NVIDIA has announced the launch of the Vera CPU, a processor purpose-built to power agentic AI systems. This new central processing unit is designed to accelerate autonomous AI applications that can perform tasks, make decisions, and learn without constant human guidance, marking a significant step in the company’s effort to lead the next era of artificial intelligence.
By Ali Khan11 minutes ago in Journal
Oil Declines, Giving Stocks and Bonds a Boost: Markets Wrap. AI-Generated.
Global financial markets experienced a welcome reprieve this week as oil prices retreated from multi-year highs, providing relief for investors and lifting both equities and bond markets. The decline in crude oil, coupled with stabilizing economic data, sparked optimism among traders, while analysts caution that broader economic uncertainties remain.
By Ali Khan15 minutes ago in Journal
“It’s Just Crazy”: High Car Payments Make Ownership Feel Impossible. AI-Generated.
For many Americans, owning a car has long been considered a cornerstone of independence and mobility. Yet today, skyrocketing car prices, rising interest rates, and ballooning monthly payments are making car ownership feel increasingly out of reach. Across the country, drivers are struggling to keep up with costs that many describe as “just crazy,” forcing some to delay purchases, extend loans, or abandon ownership altogether.
By Ali Khan18 minutes ago in Journal
Franchise vs Independent
If you’re a business owner, you’ve probably had this moment: you walk into the office early, flick on the lights, and notice the fingerprints on the glass, the bins that didn’t get emptied, and that “is that… a smell?” mystery in the kitchen. It’s not dramatic, but it adds up, especially when staff and customers see it too.
By Your NZ Local20 minutes ago in Journal
ouroboros, for lunch of course. Content Warning.
imagine feeling everything pangs of infinite gnostic hunger before, after, during learning and knowing em0ti0ns at a b0iling p0int
By ⸘jason alan‽20 minutes ago in Poets
US SEC Preparing to Scrap Quarterly Reporting Requirement, WSJ Reports. AI-Generated.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reportedly preparing to eliminate the longstanding requirement for publicly traded companies to file quarterly earnings reports, according to the Wall Street Journal. If enacted, the change would represent one of the most significant overhauls of corporate disclosure rules in decades, potentially reducing compliance costs for companies while also raising questions about how investors and analysts will access timely financial information.
By Ali Khan21 minutes ago in Journal
Oscars Red Carpet 2026: The Best Fashion, Trends and Most Dazzling Looks from Hollywood's Biggest Night
The Feather Trend That Dominated the Night If one trend defined the Oscars 2026 red carpet, it was undoubtedly feathers. The contemporary revival of 1920s flapper glamour swept through the evening, with designers embracing soft, sculptural, and sustainably sourced plumage that added movement and drama to gowns .
By youssef mohammed25 minutes ago in Families
Thousands of Flights Canceled as Winter Storm Marches Across US. AI-Generated.
A powerful winter storm sweeping across the United States has left thousands of travelers stranded, with airlines canceling flights and cities issuing travel advisories. The storm, which began in the Midwest and is now moving toward the East Coast, is being described as one of the most disruptive weather events of the season. Airports in major cities including Chicago, New York, and Atlanta have reported widespread cancellations, while snow-covered highways have slowed ground transportation and caused numerous accidents.
By Ali Khan25 minutes ago in Journal
Live Updates: Iran War Keeps Gas Prices Up, With Strait of Hormuz Paralyzed Despite Trump’s Demands. AI-Generated.
The ongoing conflict involving Iran and its regional adversaries continues to ripple across the global economy. One of the most visible impacts has been rising fuel prices, as tensions in the Middle East disrupt energy supplies and threaten critical shipping routes. At the center of the crisis lies the Strait of Hormuz—a narrow but enormously important passage through which a significant share of the world’s oil and natural gas exports travel.
By Ali Khan29 minutes ago in Journal
Which Religious Belief Forbade Yoga?
As a Caregiver, for years, as I age, I began to experience lower back pain. I don’t like pain, nor do I like taking pain medication. #Iintend2Survive, so I must find a way to help myself and live.
By Annelise Lords 31 minutes ago in Writers