Author: Byte Journalist
A few days before my birthday, I was rummaging through the upstairs closet. Luke had begged me for the picnic blanket for a school outing, and—of course—I couldn’t say no. “Please, Mom,” he pleaded. “I already told my friends I’d bring the blanket and sodas. And I said you’d make those chocolate caramel cupcakes, too.” So, being the mom that I am, I started digging. Old suitcases, tangled cords, half-broken fans from summers long gone. And then, wedged behind the corner, I saw it. A black box. Sleek. Square. Tucked away like a secret. I wasn’t snooping, I swear. But…
Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal Al Saud was involved in a serious car accident in 2005 The 36-year-old Saudi prince was involved in a serious car accident in London in 2005 and had been in a coma ever since. An incident in England left the then-teenage Prince Al-Waleed with serious brain trauma and internal haemorrhaging. While he received urgent medical treatment for his injuries, tragically, he never regained consciousness. The prince relied on life support to keep him alive for the last 20 years of his life, which he spent in Saudi Arabia’s King Abdulaziz Medical City. With his…
I still remember the morning the phone rang. It was a hospital number. My heart dropped before I even answered. “Mrs. Whitman?” the voice said. “I’m sorry. Your husband, Thomas… he didn’t make it.” My knees gave out. Just the day before, he had kissed my forehead and promised he’d be home in time for dinner. I waited for hours that night, telling myself traffic or a last-minute client had held him up. I never expected death. But what happened after his passing was a different kind of grief. A bitter, complicated one. You see, Thomas had a son—Daniel—from a…
When I walked into the furniture store, I didn’t expect to uncover a secret my husband had been keeping from me for months. But when I finally calmed down from the shock, I made him pay in the worst way possible! I was at work when my office chair suddenly snapped under me. One second, I was answering emails; the next, I was flat on my back, staring up at the ceiling tiles while everyone gasped! It was humiliating, sure, but what came after shattered more than just my pride and hit harder than any bruise! I was a senior…
The scorching sun of New York mercilessly beat down on Fifth Avenue, where Ethan, a 28-year-old man with disheveled hair and tattered clothes, sat slouched against a cold concrete wall. His once-vibrant blue eyes were now dulled by exhaustion, the skin around them sunken from days without proper sleep or food. His ribs, sharp beneath his shirt, told a quiet story of hunger and pride. He hadn’t eaten in over two days. “Just one more day, Ethan. You can make it,” he murmured to himself, cradling his backpack—his only possession. “Someone will see you today. Someone kind.” But a darker…
When Kristen is shut out of her daughter’s new life, she’s forced to reckon with the sacrifices no one ever saw. But as one door closes, another opens, leading her to unexpected grace, quiet kinship, and a chance to show what unconditional love really looks like. They say it takes a village to raise a child. Well, I was the whole damn village. My name is Kristen. I’m 60 now, though some days I feel older. Especially in my knees. Especially when I wake up from dreams of my daughter as a little girl and remember she’s someone’s mother now.…
Shocking videos have emerged on social media showing the dramatic moments a passenger ferry, KM Barcelona V, burst into flames off the coast of Indonesia, prompting hundreds of panicked passengers to leap into the sea. One widely circulated video was captured by passenger Abdul Rahmad Agu, who had just escaped the burning vessel. In the clip, Abdul can be seen clutching a child tightly while calling for help, his voice filled with urgency. Behind him, flames engulfed the ferry as thick black smoke billowed into the sky. He could be heard shouting that many others were still trapped onboard, while…
It was just another typical subway ride home after a long day at the office. The kind of ride where you keep your head down, earbuds in, and let the motion of the train lull you into that strange in-between space—where you’re not quite home, but the day is already behind you. The fluorescent lights above flickered faintly as the train rumbled on, and passengers around me sat lost in their own worlds. Some were glued to their phones, others stared blankly at the advertisements overhead. The atmosphere was quiet, dull, and familiar. Then, the train pulled into the next…
Most mornings at Meadowbrook Elementary followed the same peaceful rhythm—backpacks swinging, sneakers squeaking on waxed floors, and the happy chatter of children racing to their classrooms. On this particular Wednesday, sunlight streamed through the tall windows, making the painted murals in the hallway glow. It was Safety Week, and the school was buzzing with excitement. Officer Cane, a warm-hearted man with graying hair and laugh lines around his eyes, arrived with his retired K-9 partner, Ranger. Though no longer chasing criminals, Ranger now worked with Officer Cane visiting schools, helping teach children about safety, courage, and the unbreakable bond between…
We’ve all done it—finished dinner, boxed up the leftovers, and tossed them in the fridge, thinking they’ll be fine tomorrow. But not all foods are created equal when it comes to overnight storage. In fact, keeping certain foods overnight can pose serious health risks due to bacterial growth, chemical changes, or nutrient loss. Here are 5 foods you should never keep overnight—and the reasons might surprise you. 1. Rice Why It’s Dangerous: Cooked rice seems harmless, but it’s a perfect breeding ground for Bacillus cereus, a bacteria that survives even after boiling. If rice is left out at room temperature…